Final Fantasy VII
News, coverage and analysis tracking Final Fantasy VII across the outlets.- Square Enix April 2026 Wallpapers Feature Dragon Quest Spring Art and Terra BranfordSquare Enix has released its April 2026 calendar wallpapers featuring art from the Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy franchises. The Dragon Quest wallpaper showcases monsters enjoying cherry blossoms, while the Final Fantasy wallpaper by Yasuhi Hasegawa depicts Terra Branford from Final Fantasy VI. Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is available on multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
- FFVII High School AU Returns in Ever Crisis for April Fools’ Day 2026Square Enix is bringing back the Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis Academy Seven: Episode – Brawler alternative universe storyline event for April Fools' Day 2026. The event, which features school uniform costumes and new C Abilities for characters like Aerith and Tifa, will update on March 31, 2026. This AU storyline includes characters from Final Fantasy VII, Crisis Core, and The First Soldier.
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Soundtrack Plus Adds New Previews for 133 Track AlbumSquare Enix has announced details for the Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Original Soundtrack Plus, a 133-track album releasing on April 1, 2026. The soundtrack will include songs not featured in the original album and is available for pre-order at $54.99. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is currently available on PlayStation 5 and PC, with a future release planned for Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox on PC.
- The 10 greatest male video game heroes of all-time - Reader's FeatureA reader's personal list ranks the top 10 male video game heroes, featuring iconic characters like Kratos from God of War, Link from The Legend of Zelda, and Master Chief from Halo. The list highlights characters known for their development, bravery, and impact on gaming history.
- Krile Is a Surprise Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy StandoutDissidia Duellum Final Fantasy offers a new team-based 3v3 combat experience distinct from its predecessors. The character Krile from Final Fantasy V emerges as a potential standout due to her crucial healing abilities, making the support role vital. The game features gacha mechanics for abilities and characters, with a release date set for March 24, 2026, on Android and iOS.
- Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Abilities Tier List – Best Character AbilitiesThis guide provides a tier list ranking of character-exclusive abilities in Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy. It breaks down each ability, categorizing them into S, A, B, C, and D tiers based on their effectiveness and rarity, featuring characters like Cloud Strife and Warrior of Light.
- If You're Playing Final Fantasy Games on PS5, There's a Good Chance You're OldData suggests that the Final Fantasy franchise, particularly titles like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, has an aging player base, with a significant majority of players over 30. Director Naoki Yoshida believes long gaps between releases have hindered attracting younger players. The article questions Square Enix's strategy and suggests a radical reinvention, similar to Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, might be needed to revitalize the series for modern audiences.
- Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Tier List – Best Franchise CharactersThis article presents a tier list for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, ranking characters based on their abilities and effectiveness. It details characters from various Final Fantasy titles, categorizing them into S, A, B, and C tiers, and provides brief descriptions of their roles and unique abilities.
- Final Fantasy’s Age Problem: Most Rebirth Players Over 30, Data ShowsNew data indicates that 77% of US players for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth are over 30, raising concerns for Square Enix about the JRPG series' appeal to younger audiences. The article explores potential reasons for this demographic trend, including storytelling conventions, accessibility, and the generational gap in gaming preferences, while questioning how the franchise can remain relevant to new players.
- DISSIDIA DUELLUM FINAL FANTASY Preview – Familiar Heroes Reunite in Modern Tokyo!Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy is a new 3v3 boss arena fighter from Square Enix that brings series icons to modern-day Tokyo. Players choose characters with distinct roles, such as Cloud Strife as a melee fighter or Terra Branford as a ranged attacker, and must accumulate Bravery by defeating smaller foes before challenging towering bosses in three-on-three battles. The game features a fully voiced Japanese story, an in-game social media app, and cel-shaded 3D graphics supervised by Tetsuya Nomura, and is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
- Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Is Fine But It Has An Uphill Battle To Success | Console CreaturesDissidia Duellum Final Fantasy is a mobile game that retains the core mechanics of the series but heavily relies on gacha elements, which may hinder its long-term success. While featuring characters from various Final Fantasy titles in modern settings and modern clothing, the gameplay loop of battling enemies and collecting resources through gacha pulls may not appeal to all players.
- Square Enix plans to add Google gen AI to Dragon Quest 10 so a chatbot called "Oshaberi Slimey" can call your…Square Enix is collaborating with Google to integrate generative AI, specifically the Gemini model, into its MMO Dragon Quest 10. This will introduce a chatbot companion named "Oshaberi Slimey" that can interact with players using AI-generated text and voice. The move has been met with some fan backlash, with some players expressing disappointment with the implementation of AI in games.
- An indie accessory brand has created an original PlayStation dock cover for the Switch 2 that I never knew I neededUK-based brand Krasivoe has released a dock cover for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 that transforms its appearance into the original gray PlayStation. The accessory snaps onto the dock and features design elements reminiscent of the classic console, including fake buttons and a disc tray. Krasivoe also offers an optional Memory Card accessory that can store physical Switch games.
- Final Fantasy VII’s Buster Sword: Zack’s Legacy, Cloud’s VictoryThis article discusses the legacy of the Buster Sword in Final Fantasy VII, tracing its ownership from Zack to Cloud Strife and its symbolic importance in Cloud's victory over Sephiroth. It draws parallels between the sword's legacy and the impact of personal choices and actions in real life, framing them as tools for future generations.
- Massively Overthinking: The nine games portrait of youThis article features Massively OP staff members sharing their personal lists of nine core video games that have shaped them. Contributors discuss foundational titles, franchise representations, and personal favorites across various genres, including MMOs, JRPGs, and action RPGs, reflecting on their impact on their gaming identities and creative work.
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 devs bet on the RPG's Metacritic score, but bet so low that "everybody lost," resulting in forfeits like gobbling whole roast chickensDevelopers at Sandfall Interactive made internal bets on the Metacritic score for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, with the expectation of performing dares if the score exceeded their predictions. The game ultimately achieved a highly acclaimed score of 92, leading to many developers losing their bets.
- Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy's Launch Trailer Adds Firion, Rikku, Clive, And More | Console CreaturesSquare Enix has released a new launch trailer for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, showcasing numerous iconic characters and hinting at the game's story. The trailer features characters like Cloud, Warrior of Light, Zidane, and Lightning, alongside Firion, Rikku, and Clive. The article also touches on the game's gacha mechanics, which are a cause for concern despite the otherwise fun and tense 3v3 team boss battle gameplay.
- Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Release Date Revealed for Next WeekSquare Enix has announced that Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy, a 3v3 arena fighter featuring iconic characters from the franchise, will launch on Android and iOS on March 24th. The game involves teams competing to defeat bosses by purifying crystals and collecting Bravery resources. No PC or console release has been announced.
- Dissidia Duellum Gets Release Date FFX, FFXII, FFXII, and FFXVI CharactersDissidia Duellum will launch on March 24, 2026, for Android and iOS mobile devices. The game will feature characters from every mainline Final Fantasy entry, including Final Fantasy II, III, X, XI, XII, and XVI, with notable additions like Balthier, Clive, and Rikku. The trailer confirmed the release date and showcased gameplay footage.
- The Best Play Pass Games On Android – Updated!This guide highlights the best games available on Google Play Pass for Android devices. It features a curated list of titles across various genres, including Stardew Valley, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Dead Cells, and Terraria, emphasizing their quality and suitability for the subscription service.