Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
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December Backlog Cleanup: 5 Games to Close | TAG
This guide offers strategies for clearing video game backlogs during the week between Christmas and New Year's. It recommends focusing on finishing games already in progress, suggesting titles like Spider-Man 2, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Elden Ring Nightreign, and Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. The article also provides advice on managing time, re-engaging with paused games, and avoiding common pitfalls to start the new year with a sense of accomplishment.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 26: Steam Summer Sale and friends
Multiple PC gaming storefronts, including Steam, GOG.com, and Epic Games Store, are hosting major summer sales with thousands of deals. Notable discounts are available on titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, DOOM: The Dark Ages, and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Some platforms also offer free titles or additional discounts for subscribers.
I've spent 5 hours diving into the Steam Summer Sale with our features editor, and these are the 11 best games on…
The Steam Summer Sale is live, featuring significant discounts on a variety of games. This guide highlights 11 top picks, including Resident Evil Requiem, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, with many titles reaching their lowest prices to date.
10 great games to grab during the Steam Summer Sale 2026
The Steam Summer Sale 2026 offers significant discounts on a variety of PC games until July 9th. Notable deals include Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth at 60% off, Dave the Diver at 50% off, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt at 90% off. The sale features a mix of genres and includes titles like Blasphemous 2, Robocop: Rogue City, and Hotline Miami.
Famitsu software sales (6/15/26 – 6/21/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its weekly Japanese software sales data for the period of June 15-21, 2026. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch topped the charts with 34,957 units sold. The list includes sales figures for various titles across Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PlayStation 5.
Amazon Prime Day: Nintendo Switch 2 Games Are Up To 60% Off For A Limited Time
Amazon's Prime Day event features significant discounts on numerous Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 games, with prices reduced by up to 60%. The sale includes popular titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, as well as various third-party releases. Many of these deals are for digital versions or game key-cards, requiring internet access and storage space for installation.
Final Fantasy VII Revelation features characters from Final Fantasy VII spin-offs
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the final part of the Final Fantasy VII remake trilogy, will feature characters from various spin-off titles. This includes characters from Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children, Dirge of Cerberus: Final Fantasy VII, and Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director says characters from spin-offs "such as Advent Children, Dirge of Cerberus, and…
Square Enix director Naoki Hamaguchi has confirmed that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will incorporate characters and concepts from all previous Final Fantasy 7 compilation titles, including Advent Children, Dirge of Cerberus, and Crisis Core. This approach aims to create a unified new Final Fantasy 7 narrative that satisfies fans of the extended universe. The game is slated for release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch next year.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy Will Incorporate Settings and Stories From All Spin-Offs – Director
Final Fantasy 7 Remake series director Naoki Hamaguchi stated that the upcoming title, Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, will incorporate settings and characters from all previous spin-off titles, not just the original game. This approach aims to create a cohesive new Final Fantasy 7 experience that satisfies fans of the entire compilation. The game is slated for release in Spring 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's subtle queer characters were all about presenting people "inhabiting this world in an authentic manner"
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi stated that the inclusion of queer characters was to present people inhabiting the world in an authentic manner, enhancing realism. He emphasized that the goal was to portray these characters with sincerity and care, rather than simply adding representation for its own sake. Hamaguchi believes that the presence of diverse, authentic relationships contributes to the world's overall realism and that players pay close attention to the nuances of these depictions.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation lead says "the way we design games also needs to evolve" as streaming over buying becomes more common, even if he does "fully support" content creators
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi believes game design must evolve alongside streaming culture, even while fully supporting content creators. He aims to ensure the game offers a unique experience for players, whether they are playing or watching.
Sorry Kingdom Hearts nerds, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi says sea salt ice cream "isn't a…
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi clarified that the sea salt ice cream featured in the game is not a reference to Kingdom Hearts, but rather inspired by a popular Japanese popsicle called Garigari-kun. Despite this clarification, the article touches upon the ongoing development of Kingdom Hearts 4 and the general nostalgia associated with the Kingdom Hearts series.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy director would like to tackle an original project after Revelation
Naoki Hamaguchi, director of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, expressed his desire to work on an original IP after the Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy concludes. While currently focused on the 2027 release of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, he is more interested in creating a new grand RPG rather than another remake.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's queer representation "enhances the world's realism," lead says, and the RPG's devs were "incredibly happy" people picked up on it
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi stated that the inclusion of diverse, authentic relationships, including same-sex couples, enhances the realism of the game's world. He expressed that the development team at Square Enix was pleased to see players noticing and appreciating these subtle interactions.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling digital games for May 2026
Nintendo has released the best-selling digital games for May 2026 on the Japanese Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch eShops. Pokemon Pokopia topped the charts for Switch 2, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream led sales on the original Switch. The data includes a variety of titles, with several Final Fantasy games appearing on the Switch 2 list.
Nintendo 2 Switch eShop charts – June 21, 2026 – Star Fox and The Adventures of Elliot compete for the top spot
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of June 21, 2026, show Star Fox leading in pre-loads, followed by The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales. The charts detail the top-selling games, including various editions and expansions for popular titles like Zelda and Pokemon.
Naoki Hamaguchi explains why they stuck with Unreal 4 for Final Fantasy VII: Revelation
Naoki Hamaguchi, director of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, explained the decision to continue using Unreal Engine 4 for the final part of the Final Fantasy VII remake series. This choice was made to maintain consistency and leverage existing development pipelines for the upcoming installment.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director explains why the game is sticking with Unreal Engine 4 instead of 5
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi explained the decision to stick with Unreal Engine 4 instead of upgrading to Unreal Engine 5. Hamaguchi stated that switching engines would have significantly extended development time, which was not ideal from a business or player perspective. The team was able to implement a Nanite-like rendering system within Unreal Engine 4, achieving comparable visual quality.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer Sale
This weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Summer Sale featuring discounts on titles like Hollow Knight Silksong and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Steam and Epic Games Store also have various sales, with free games available on Epic Games Store and Amazon Luna. Humble Bundle offers several game bundles for different price tiers.
Square Enix explains how it came up with the name for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation
Square Enix director Naoki Hamaguchi explained that Tetsuya Nomura chose the name 'Revelation' for the upcoming Final Fantasy 7 game because it is an easily understood word that signifies the end of the story and the truths that will be revealed. The game, which concludes the Final Fantasy 7 Remake series trilogy, is set to launch on Nintendo Switch next spring.
