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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation trailer at Opening Night Live is just the "beginning of our information rollout," Naoki Hamaguchi says: "We’ll be sharing much more in the months ahead"
Square Enix director Naoki Hamaguchi stated that the recent trailer for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation at Gamescom marks the beginning of the game's information rollout. More details are expected to be shared in the coming months leading up to its early next year release.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Trailer Showcases Intense Battles Against the WEAPONs
A new trailer for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, shown at Gamescom, highlights intense battles against the WEAPONs, including Ruby, Emerald, and Ultima. Director Naoki Hamaguchi confirmed that while some WEAPONs are optional, they will feature dedicated narrative components and offer substantial endgame challenges. The game is set to launch in Spring 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
The highlights of Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased a variety of new titles and updates, with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's free remaster and upcoming expansion stealing the spotlight. The event also featured reveals for Nodusfall, Final Fantasy 7: Revelation, Metro 2039, and numerous other games from both established and emerging studios, highlighting a strong international presence. Host Geoff Keighley acknowledged the industry's current challenges, including layoffs and hardware price increases, while celebrating developers' continued innovation.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation trailer and Rainbow 6 Tactics headline Gamescom 2026
Gamescom 2026's Opening Night Live showcased new trailers and reveals, including a spring 2027 release window for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Ubisoft also revealed Rainbow Six Tactics, a new big-budget turn-based tactics game for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Gamescom Trailer Is All About The Weapons
The Gamescom Opening Night Live trailer for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth heavily features the massive 'Weapons' that appear to play a significant role in the story. Director Naoki Hamaguchi expressed his excitement for remaking these iconic kaiju-like beasts. The trailer also showcased familiar characters and enemies, hinting at expanded open-world gameplay and optional minigames.
Like Final Fantasy 7 Revelation boss, Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii worries live streams may not actually sell games: "Some people will be satisfied by just watching"
Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii questions the marketing effectiveness of game live streaming, suggesting that some viewers may be satisfied by watching rather than playing. He notes a shift towards casual gamers who prefer quick experiences. Final Fantasy 7 Remake director Naoki Hamaguchi previously shared similar concerns about the impact of streamers on game design.
Opening Night Live 2026 time and how to watch – Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past DLC, and more have already been confirmed to appear
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, hosted by Geoff Keighley, will feature new looks at Final Fantasy 7 Revelation and The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past DLC. The two-hour showcase will also include updates on Silent Hill Townfall, Gears of War: E-Day, and Exodus, airing on August 25th.
Gamescom preview - why you should watch Opening Night Live and visit Cologne
Gamescom 2026 is set to be the largest video game event globally, taking place in Cologne from August 26-30. The event will feature reveals for titles like Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day, and The Witcher 3's new expansion, Songs Of The Past. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the Opening Night Live show on August 25 will offer a preview of upcoming games, with many major industry players like Microsoft, Square Enix, and Nintendo in attendance, though Rockstar Games and Sony will be absent.
Gamescom 2026: Seven Games at the Top of Our Watchlist
Gamescom 2026 is set to feature major announcements and gameplay reveals for highly anticipated titles. Highlights include updates on Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt DLC, Microsoft's Fable and Gears of War: E-Day, Metro 2039, Persona 4 Revival, Daniel Mullins' next project Pony Island 2: Panda Circus, and the real-time strategy game Game of Thrones: War for Westeros.
15 Massive Gamescom 2026 Announcements That Could Steal the Show
Gamescom 2026 is set to feature major announcements from various publishers and developers, including Xbox, Nintendo, and Bandai Namco. Anticipated reveals include potential updates for Final Fantasy 7 Remake, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Cyberpunk 2077, Metro 2039, and a rumored Xbox sequel.
Surprise first party Xbox sequel to get reveal next week hints trusted insider
A trusted insider, NateTheHate, has hinted at a surprise first-party Xbox sequel reveal expected at Gamescom's Opening Night Live on August 25. While the specific game remains undisclosed, theories suggest it could be a new installment in the Ori or Sunset Overdrive series, developed by a third-party studio and potentially releasing by year's end.
Gamescom 2026 schedule: All of the dates, times, and where to watch the showcases
The Gamescom 2026 schedule has been released, running from August 26-30 with Opening Night Live on August 25. The event will feature showcases from Xbox, Bandai Namco, and the Future Games Show, with appearances by Geoff Keighley and Naoki Hamaguchi. Notable games mentioned include Fable, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and Gears of War: E-Day.
A Final Fantasy 9 remake was reportedly "very far along" before Square Enix put the JRPG revival on ice, but…
A rumored remake of Final Fantasy 9 is reportedly stalled in development despite being far along, according to journalist Alex Donaldson. While the project is currently not moving forward, there is a possibility of it being revived, similar to other Square Enix projects. The discussion also touched upon the potential for future mainline Final Fantasy titles and the roles of Naoki Yoshida and Naoki Hamaguchi.
Square Enix Reports 88.6 Percent Increased Revenue in Latest Quarter Due to Multiplatform Releases
Square Enix reported an 88.6% increase in revenue for the quarter ending June 30th, largely driven by multiplatform releases like Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and strong performance from catalog titles. The company also noted anticipation for the next Final Fantasy 14 expansion, Evercold, and discussed the narrative conclusion of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, with potential DLC focusing on untold character stories.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Will Connect With Spin-Offs and Advent Children, Reaffirms Director
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi confirmed that the game's narrative will connect with previous titles in the Compilation of Final Fantasy 7, including Crisis Core, Dirge of Cerberus, and the CGI film Advent Children. While specific details remain under wraps, Hamaguchi emphasized the intention to integrate these elements into the overarching universe of the Remake project. A new look at Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is expected at Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25th.
Get a "new look" at Final Fantasy 7 Revelation at Gamescom's Opening Night Live
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, the concluding chapter of the remake trilogy, will be showcased at Gamescom's Opening Night Live on August 25th. Director Naoki Hamaguchi will present a new look at the game, which is slated for a spring 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Square Enix also noted that Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth have exceeded sales expectations.
Final Fantasy VII Revelation will be at Gamescom Opening Night Live
Square Enix has confirmed that Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will be showcased at Gamescom Opening Night Live. The presentation will feature game director Naoki Hamaguchi and is expected to offer an in-depth look at the final part of the Final Fantasy VII saga. The event is hosted by Geoff Keighley.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is Getting A New Look at Gamescom Opening Night Live
Square Enix has confirmed that Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will receive a "new look" at Gamescom Opening Night Live, with director Naoki Hamaguchi expected to present a new gameplay showcase. The game, which features an open world and new party members Vincent Valentine and Cid Highwind, is set to launch in Spring 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Naoki Hamaguchi Doubles Down on Connecting All Final Fantasy VII Spin-Offs Into Revelation’s Ending
Naoki Hamaguchi, director of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, stated that multiple spin-off titles will connect to the game's ending. He confirmed that the game will tie into the events of the Advent Children film, further expanding the Final Fantasy VII universe's narrative.
'It Would Be a Real Shame for That Culture to Disappear': Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Says Physical Game Releases Must Continue
Naoki Hamaguchi, director of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy, expressed concern that the discontinuation of physical game releases could lead to the loss of a significant part of gaming culture. This statement follows Sony's decision to discontinue PlayStation 5 disc drives.