FF7 Remake Part 3 is Now Story Complete, Smooth Sailing From Here

Final Fantasy VII Remake's highly anticipated Part 3 has reached a major milestone: the main story is complete! Directors Hamaguchi and producer Kitase shared this exciting news in a recent interview, promising smooth sailing ahead for the trilogy's conclusion.

Final Fantasy VII Part 3's Main Scenario Is Complete

Development Remains on Track, No Delays Expected

In an interview with Famitsu, preceding the PC launch of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, producer Yoshinori Kitase and director Naoki Hamaguchi revealed that development of the third game is progressing without delays. Hamaguchi confirmed the story is finished, stating development began immediately after completing FF7 Rebirth. He expressed confidence in meeting the planned schedule set at the project's outset.

Kitase, in a previous update before FF7 Rebirth's PlayStation 5 release in February 2024, mentioned the main scenario was complete, requiring only polishing. He now confirms its completion, expressing satisfaction with the result. He emphasized the story's aim to respect the original while delivering a satisfying conclusion that surpasses the original. He’s confident this final installment will please fans.

Initial Concerns About Rebirth's Reception

Released early in 2024, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth garnered widespread critical acclaim and overwhelmingly positive player feedback. However, the development team initially harbored concerns about its reception.

Kitase and Hamaguchi admitted to Famitsu their anxieties about Rebirth's performance following the success of the first game. Kitase noted the challenges of a remake and its place as the second part of a trilogy. The positive reception, however, boosted the team's confidence for the final installment. Hamaguchi believes this success creates a positive environment for the third game. Rebirth's compelling story and gameplay are attributed, in part, to director Hamaguchi's logical approach to development. In an interview with Automaton, he explained a process of incorporating player feedback while maintaining a clear vision for the game's goals.

The Rise of PC Gaming

The developers also discussed the growing dominance of PC gaming. The industry has responded to this shift, with many titles now launching simultaneously on PC. Even console exclusives are frequently ported to PC later.

Kitase views this as a current trend. He notes rising development costs necessitate reaching a broader market. He highlighted the limitations of console distribution in certain regions, contrasting it with the global reach of PCs. He believes PC releases are essential for maximizing player access.

The FF7 Rebirth team prioritized a swift PC port release, aiming for a shorter turnaround than the original Remake's PC version. Hamaguchi attributes this to the evolving landscape of game consumption.

Building on the successes of the first two installments, the final chapter of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy promises a highly anticipated conclusion. A quicker PC release is also a possibility, ensuring a global audience can experience the complete Remake project.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is available now on PC via Steam and PlayStation 5. The first installment, Final Fantasy VII Remake, is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam.