Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
News, coverage and analysis tracking Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth across the outlets.
Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis is shutting down after 3 years, as Square Enix twists the knife for fans of a lost 2004 spin-off that's only just making a comeback in the RPGSquare Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis will cease operations on October 6, 2026, citing difficulties in maintaining the service. The gacha game, which retells the entire Final Fantasy 7 compilation, launched on mobile and Steam in September and December 2023, respectively. In an ironic twist, a remake of the 2004 mobile game Final Fantasy 7: Before Crisis, which never released outside Japan, has just launched within Ever Crisis.- Cloud voice actor says Final Fantasy VII Revelation will leave you “sobbing”Cody Christian, the English voice actor for Cloud Strife, suggests that Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will be an emotionally impactful experience for players. He indicated that there will be moments within the game that are likely to leave players in tears.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation "payoff" will leave you "sobbing," Cloud actor guarantees, even "if you haven't cried in the first two yet"Cody Christian, the voice actor for Cloud Strife in the Final Fantasy 7 remake series, guarantees that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will be the most emotional installment yet, promising that players will be "sobbing" by the end. He describes the game as a significant "payoff" to nearly a decade of storytelling and a seven-year development journey.
Epic-läcka pekar mot flera handlings-DLC till Final Fantasy VII RevelationA leak from the Epic Games Store suggests that Square Enix is planning a 'Story Expansion Pass' for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, indicating multiple story-focused DLCs. The game is slated for release in Spring 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Final Fantasy May Get Traditional Games if the Idea “Truly Resonates” With Fans, Says Square EnixSquare Enix is considering traditional remakes of older Final Fantasy titles if they resonate with fans, following the HD-2D remake of Final Fantasy Brave Exvius. The company aims to balance market trends with player expectations, assessing which games would benefit from modern mechanics or complete remakes. This approach contrasts with the high-budget, open-world style of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation’s Payoff Will Make Players Cry, Says Cloud Strife’s Voice ActorCody Christian, the voice actor for Cloud Strife, stated that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will deliver an emotional payoff that will leave players sobbing. Director Naoki Hamaguchi echoed these sentiments, mentioning a specific scene related to Cloud's identity that consistently brings him to tears. The game, developed by Square Enix, is set to conclude the trilogy and is slated for release in Spring 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
Final Fantasy 15 Switch 2 port is "not entirely impossible" despite the technical hurdles, Square Enix saysSquare Enix has stated that a Nintendo Switch port of Final Fantasy 15 is "not entirely impossible" despite significant technical hurdles. While acknowledging hardware limitations, the company will pass player feedback regarding a potential port to the development team. This discussion follows the successful release of other Final Fantasy titles on the platform.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling digital games for June 2026Nintendo has released the top-selling digital games for June 2026 on the Japanese Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch eShops. Star Fox led the charts for the Nintendo Switch 2, while Powerful Pro Baseball topped the list for the standard Nintendo Switch. The data includes a variety of new releases and popular franchises.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Saudi Arabia-owned Scopely continues its mobile investment spree with Umamusame: Pretty Derby director's new company Studio AuKnowMobile gaming giant Scopely has made a strategic investment into Studio AuKnow, a new company founded by the former director of the popular mobile game Umamusume: Pretty Derby. This investment is part of Scopely's ongoing commitment to the Japanese market and broader Saudi Arabian efforts to invest in the growing mobile gaming sector.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is getting a "Story Expansion Pass" amid a heap of DLC to help it wrap up the remake trilogy, leaked store listings suggestLeaked Epic Games Store listings suggest that Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will receive a 'Story Expansion Pass' and up to nine other DLCs. These listings also include details about a premium edition and pre-order bonuses. The exact content of the DLCs remains unknown, but the 'Story Expansion Pass' indicates potential narrative additions to conclude the remake trilogy.
What We Played – Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Beastro & Silent Hill 2Several individuals shared their recent gaming experiences, including playing Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Beastro, and Silent Hill 2. Others have been engaging with Elden Ring mods, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, God of War: Ascension, and various indie titles like Balatro and Gecko Gods.
Famitsu software sales (6/22/26 – 6/28/26) – Top 30Famitsu has released its latest Japanese software sales data for the week of June 22-28, 2026. Star Fox debuted at number one on the Nintendo Switch 2, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream continues to perform well on the standard Nintendo Switch. The data includes sales figures for both new releases and ongoing popular titles across multiple platforms.
SQUARE ENIX ANNOUNCES EIGHT NEW MANGA AND TWO NEW BOOK RELEASES SLATED FOR SPRING 2027Square Enix announced eight new manga titles and two new game tie-in books for English publication in Spring 2027. The upcoming releases include "Not Quite Love," "FINAL FANTASY XIV Picture Book: Me and the Cornservant," and "FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH: Dear Destiny." Voice actors Briana White and Britt Baron revealed the release date for the latter novel during Anime Expo.
It’s Not Too Late To Shop Best Buy’s 4th Of July SaleBest Buy is holding its annual Fourth of July sale, offering discounts on a wide range of products including video games, gaming PCs, and accessories. Notable deals include titles like Borderlands 4, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and Resident Evil Requiem, as well as Alienware gaming desktops and various peripherals from brands like Razer and Asus. The sale provides an opportunity to purchase gaming gear at reduced prices before the holiday ends.- Final Fantasy VII Revelation appears to have multiple DLCs and Story Expansion Pass plannedDatamined information from the Epic Games database suggests that Final Fantasy VII Rebirth may receive multiple DLCs and a Story Expansion Pass. Square Enix has previously expressed openness to post-launch content for the game, though no official announcements have been made regarding these specific expansions.
'Balatro' Plays Winning Hand at GDCA 2025, Receiving Game of the YearBalatro, the indie roguelike deckbuilder from solo developer LocalThunk, won Game of the Year at the 25th annual Game Developers Choice Awards. The game also secured wins for Best Debut, Best Design, and the Innovation Award. Other notable winners included Astro Bot for Best Audio and Best Technology, and Sam Lake received the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Even The End Of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Isn’t Actually The End, Leak SuggestsA store listing on the Epic Games Store suggests that Final Fantasy 7: The Unknown Journey, the final part of the Remake trilogy, may receive a story expansion pass. While Square Enix has not officially confirmed any DLC, this listing indicates potential post-launch content for the game, which is planned for a multiplatform release including PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation store page lists multiple DLCs, including story expansionEvidence from EpicDB suggests that Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, slated for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027, may receive multiple DLCs, including a Story Expansion Pass and nine separate content packs. Square Enix has not officially confirmed these listings, which are currently being treated as rumors.- Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Getting Story Expansion Pass, Store Leak SuggestsA store leak suggests that Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will receive a Story Expansion pass. This potential DLC is generating excitement among fans for new content within the game.