Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
News, coverage and analysis tracking Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth across the outlets.
UK software sales chart for the week ending June 13, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia back in the top fiveEA Sports FC 26 has reclaimed the top spot in the UK software sales chart for the week ending June 13, 2026, driven by World Cup interest. Nintendo's Pokemon Pokopia also re-entered the top five, leading other Nintendo exclusives like Mario Kart World and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream.
Both Final Fantasy 7 remakes are dirt cheap right now in a franchise sale—but I think you should play FF12 and enjoy the series' best combat system at a discount, tooThe author recommends playing Final Fantasy 12, praising its Gambit combat system as the best in the series, especially with the Zodiac Age version's enhancements. The article also notes that both Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth are currently on sale on Steam, alongside discounts for other titles in the franchise, including Final Fantasy 16.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth Sales Seemingly Spike After Revelation RevealPlayer numbers for Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth have seen a significant spike on Steam, reaching their highest point since launch. This surge is attributed to the recent reveal of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation and timely discounts, suggesting renewed interest in the series ahead of the final chapter's release.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will have an endgame "unlike Remake and Rebirth," teases the JRPG's lead, and I sure can't wait to have my teeth kicked in by Ruby and Emerald Weapon againFinal Fantasy 7 Revelation game director Naoki Hamaguchi revealed that the upcoming JRPG will feature endgame content distinct from Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth, including challenging optional superbosses like Ruby and Emerald Weapon. Unlike previous titles that encouraged New Game+ on hard mode, Revelation will offer dedicated endgame challenges separate from the main story.
As hype builds for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, fans are flocking back to play (the heavily discounted) Remake and Rebirth on SteamFollowing a strong trailer reveal for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, interest in the series has surged, with both Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth seeing significant discounts on Steam. These sales led to over 10,000 concurrent players for Remake and over 6,700 for Rebirth, indicating strong player engagement ahead of the final installment's 2027 release. The upcoming game promises a vast world and a climactic conclusion to Cloud's story.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation lead thinks a potential Final Fantasy 6 remake would "be in better hands if it went to…Naoki Hamaguchi, lead director for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, has stated that while he sees fan demand for a Final Fantasy 6 remake, he believes it would be better handled by another creator at Square Enix. Hamaguchi is currently focused on completing the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy and anticipates continuing to work on JRPGs.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – June 14, 2026 – Xenoblade makes a run at Pokemon PokopiaThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of June 14, 2026, show Xenoblade Chronicles making a strong showing, with its upgrade pack at second place and the full game at sixth. Pokemon Pokopia remains at the top spot. New entries in the top ten include The Adventures of Elliot and Rise of the Tomb Raider.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation’s Max Level is 99; Optional WEAPONs Have “Dedicated Narrative Components”Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will feature a level cap of 99, an increase from previous titles in the trilogy. Director Naoki Hamaguchi confirmed that optional WEAPONs will have dedicated narrative components, and the game will launch in Spring 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Whether you believe it or not, Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi says the end's been planned from the startFinal Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy director Naoki Hamaguchi stated that the ending for the series has been planned from the early stages of development. He also discussed the team's approach to player feedback, emphasizing that they do not aim to please the 'median average' to maintain the product's unique character. Hamaguchi confirmed that Final Fantasy 7 Remake: Rebirth will feature a similar number of minigames as its predecessor.
After Final Fantasy 7 Revelation wraps up, the remake's director wants to work on another JRPG: "Whether it be…Naoki Hamaguchi, director of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy, expressed his desire to work on another JRPG after the conclusion of Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis. While he is open to creating a new Final Fantasy title or an entirely new intellectual property, he is committed to continuing his work within the JRPG genre.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (13th June)This week's Nintendo Direct showcased new titles like Ocarina of Time, Xenoblade Genesis, and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, alongside release dates for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and Orbitals, and ports of Lies of P and Stellar Blade. Several staff members shared their weekend gaming plans, including revisiting Ocarina of Time, finishing Pokopia, playing Kingdom Hearts III, and diving into Death Stranding Director's Cut.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 637Several members of the Push Square team are looking forward to some downtime and sharing their weekend gaming plans. Jamie O'Neill is playing LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Sammy Barker is catching up on Wuthering Waves and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and Stephen Tailby is giving Mina the Hollower another chance.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Won’t Feature Bone VillageFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth will not feature the location known as Bone Village, according to director Naoki Hamaguchi. While Bone Village itself is excluded, surrounding areas like North Wood and the Temple of the Ancients will be accessible. The game is set to launch in Spring 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet FestThis weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Says Streamers Might Be Contributing To RPG “Crisis”Naoki Hamaguchi, director of Final Fantasy VII Revelation, suggests that the popularity of game streaming might be contributing to a perceived "crisis" in the RPG genre. He theorizes that narrative-heavy games can be experienced passively through streams, potentially reducing the incentive for players to purchase and play them themselves. Hamaguchi emphasizes the need for RPGs to incorporate more player choice and decision-making to remain engaging.
Rise of the Tomb Raider on Switch 2 – “The Empire Strikes Back of Tomb Raider games”Rise of the Tomb Raider has been ported to the Nintendo Switch 2, offering a solid experience that is comparable to the PlayStation 4 version. While it successfully targets 30fps and includes all DLC, the port exhibits some graphical limitations and lacks advanced graphical options or a 60fps mode. Despite these drawbacks, the game's audio and core gameplay remain strong, making it a worthwhile revisit or introduction for Nintendo owners.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation devs were "able to remain true" to the original 1997 JRPG, lead says, even if the story order "might be shifted up a bit"Square Enix director Naoki Hamaguchi stated that Final Fantasy VII Revelation aims to remain as true as possible to the original 1997 JRPG, even if some story beats are reordered. While the developers might consider certain elements less important, fan perception is prioritized, leading to minimal omissions. The remake trilogy will adjust the sequence of events, such as the Rocket Town story, to better fit the new narrative structure.
Ahead of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Tifa and Cloud are as popular as ever in Japan, with new survey placing them above…A recent survey by Japanese magazine Famitsu revealed the enduring popularity of Final Fantasy 7 characters, with Cloud Strife ranking second and Tifa Lockhart third, behind only Mario. Tifa Lockhart is also set to appear as a DLC fighter in Street Fighter 6.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director feels streamers are causing “a bit of a crisis” for RPGsNaoki Hamaguchi, director of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, believes that the popularity of game streaming poses a "crisis" for RPGs, as players might feel satisfied by watching without playing. He hopes developers can inspire viewers to engage with games directly by sparking curiosity and experimentation. Hamaguchi also noted that Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade and Rebirth are available, with Final Fantasy 7 on Nintendo Switch 2 coming in 2026.
Final Fantasy Revelation Will Contain Even More Minigames Than RebirthFinal Fantasy VII Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi confirms the upcoming game will feature as many, if not more, minigames than its predecessor, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. This decision stems from a desire to maintain the original vision, though some minigames can be skipped. Hamaguchi takes responsibility for potential fan feedback regarding this aspect.