Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
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10 great games to grab during the Steam Autumn Sale 2026
The Steam Autumn Sale 2026 is offering significant discounts on a variety of PC games, with a focus on horror-adjacent titles due to the Halloween season. The sale features ten top picks, all at their lowest prices ever on Steam, including "007 First Light," "Sons of the Forest," and "Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth." The sale concludes on October 8, 2026.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Says Not Turning it Into a Personal Fan Project Was “Not Easy”
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi stated that the development team deliberately avoided making story changes based on player reactions to ensure the Remake trilogy stayed true to its original vision. He discussed the challenges of adapting the beloved RPG and the risks involved in creating a multi-part remake, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the core identity of Final Fantasy 7.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director says "it wasn't easy" not turning "a masterpiece like FF7 into something that felt like my own personal fan project"
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi discussed the challenges of adapting the beloved original game into a modern trilogy. He emphasized the importance of staying true to the core narrative and avoiding making the remake feel like a personal fan project, while acknowledging the creative liberties taken.
RPG legend behind Fallout: New Vegas does "everything" he can to stop save scumming, but he wishes he'd "been more cynical about player behavior" in Pillars of Eternity
RPG director Josh Sawyer discusses his approach to game design, particularly concerning player behavior and save scumming. He expresses regret for not being more cynical about player tendencies in games like Pillars of Eternity, contrasting it with solutions found in Baldur's Gate 3 and his design choices in Fallout: New Vegas. Sawyer emphasizes the importance of considering player psychology to create more engaging experiences.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation battle lead still doesn't know the "correct" way to balance between real-time and turn-based combat, but that's why he's not "tired" of working on the trilogy
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation battle director Teruki Endo admits he still hasn't found the definitive balance between real-time and turn-based combat after working on the trilogy. He believes this ongoing challenge is what keeps him engaged with the project. The FITS system is highlighted as a way to enhance Materia-based customization.
The best frog in all of gaming, Touch Me, is now appreciable in all its glory thanks to a FF7 model viewer
A new 3D model viewer from Pardall Games allows users to explore virtually every model from the original Final Fantasy 7, including the memorable frog character originally named 'Touch Me'. The tool also showcases differences between in-game maps and their actual meshes, and highlights the translation history of in-game terms.
We will never get anything like Final Fantasy 7 Remake again
The Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy is an extraordinary achievement in modern game development, delivering hundreds of hours of content across three ambitious titles in just seven years. However, the article argues that such a feat is unsustainable due to ballooning budgets and industry trends favoring safe bets and live-service models, making it unlikely for similar large-scale projects to emerge.
Final Fantasy 7 director says Revelation's Platinum trophy will be "easier to get"
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi stated that the game's Platinum trophy will be significantly easier to obtain compared to Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. He acknowledged that the design of Rebirth's trophy, which required completing all content, led to low achievement rates and expressed some regret over the fan reaction.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – September 27, 2026 – Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave maintains its winning ways
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of September 27, 2026, show Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave retaining the top spot, followed by Diablo 4 and EA Sports FC 27. The list details the top 30 all-games and download-only titles available on the platform.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Says the Trilogy is “Designed Very Much” For Newcomers
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi discussed the trilogy's design, stating it's intended for both new and existing players. While knowledge of the original Final Fantasy 7 enhances the experience by highlighting plot changes, Hamaguchi believes newcomers can still enjoy the Remake series, potentially even preferring it due to modern graphics. The upcoming Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is set to launch on April 8th, 2027.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director explains why the game is getting DLC
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi explained that the decision to create DLC for the game was a recent development, influenced by fan feedback. The two planned DLCs, one starring Sephiroth and the other focusing on Vincent and the Turks, are scheduled for Winter 2027 and Spring 2028 respectively. Hamaguchi emphasized that the main game's development remains the top priority and that the DLC will not alter the main story's ending.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation lead says the original 1997 RPG "is very much enshrined within the story," but newcomers can still jump in with the Remake trilogy
Final Fantasy 7 Remake lead developer Naoki Hamaguchi stated that while knowledge of the original 1997 Final Fantasy 7 enhances the experience, newcomers can still enjoy the Remake trilogy. He suggested that the modern presentation of the Remake series might even offer a more impactful emotional experience for first-time players.
Evening Reading - September 25, 2026
This week's gaming news roundup includes reviews for Ace Combat 8: Wings of the Hawk and Fareidolia, updates on Hell is Us and Dawngazer, and details on Hearthstone card reveals and Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero. The article also highlights new Shackmaps content, weekend download deals, and a live performance celebrating Hades II's anniversary.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Sept. 25: GOG.com Autumn Sale
This weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Autumn Sale featuring DRM-free titles like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077. Other notable sales are happening on Steam, the Ubisoft Store, and the Epic Games Store, with discounts on a wide variety of games across multiple platforms.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Naoki Hamaguchi’s favorite Materia, song & outfit
During an interview at Tokyo Game Show, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi shared his personal favorite Materia, songs, and outfits from the upcoming RPG. He also confirmed that a memorable snowy segment from the original Final Fantasy 7, requiring stamina management, will return in Rebirth.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Will Be Easier to Platinum Than Rebirth
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is expected to be easier to achieve a Platinum trophy in compared to its predecessor, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This news comes as a welcome relief for players focused on trophy hunting.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's battle lead "regrets" how hard the Platinum trophy was to earn, so director Naoki Hamaguchi says Revelation's is "easier"
Square Enix developers acknowledge that the Platinum trophy for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth was excessively difficult, with director Naoki Hamaguchi expressing regret over the design. For the upcoming Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, the team aims to make the Platinum trophy more accessible, with Hamaguchi expecting a significantly higher completion rate.
Achievement hunters: Can you identify the games these milestones are from?
This article presents a quiz challenging readers to identify video games based on their achievement descriptions. It includes 17 questions covering a variety of titles and encourages players to share their favorite or most dreaded achievements.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Players Will Need Multiple Playthroughs to Experience Everything
Naoki Hamaguchi, director of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, stated that players will need multiple playthroughs to experience all the game has to offer, including branching narrative paths and side quests. He indicated that a single playthrough could easily exceed 100 hours, surpassing Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth in scope. The game will feature a linear opening followed by an expansive open world with altered layouts and new content, and will be released on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch on April 8th.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation’s Platinum Trophy Will be Easier to Get Than Rebirth’s, Says Director
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi acknowledged that the game's platinum trophy was intentionally difficult due to its vast content. He confirmed that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will feature a more accessible platinum trophy, with an estimated 20% or more of players expected to achieve it by focusing on engaging side content rather than just lowering difficulty. Hamaguchi also noted that multiple playthroughs will be necessary to experience all of Revelation's content.
