Final Fantasy VII Remake's highly anticipated Part 3 has reached a major milestone: the story is complete! Directors Hamaguchi and producer Kitase shared this exciting news in a recent interview, promising smooth sailing for the final installment of the trilogy.
Final Fantasy VII Part 3's Main Scenario Is Complete
Development Remains On Track, No Delays Expected
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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. The main scenario is finished, and the team is confident in meeting their planned release schedule. Hamaguchi confirmed they started working on Part 3 immediately after completing Rebirth, maintaining the original project timeline.
Kitase had previously announced the completion of the third game's main scenario before the PlayStation 5 release of Rebirth in February 2024. However, he clarified in this recent interview that the story is now fully finalized, expressing satisfaction with the result. He emphasized that the narrative respects the original while offering a more satisfying conclusion. He's confident fans will appreciate the trilogy's final chapter.
Initial Concerns About Rebirth's Reception Now Alleviated
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, released earlier this year, garnered widespread critical acclaim and enthusiastic player response. Despite this success, Kitase and Hamaguchi admitted to initial anxieties about how players would receive the second installment in the remake trilogy. The overwhelmingly positive reception, however, has boosted the team's confidence and created a positive atmosphere for the final game. Hamaguchi credits the success to their director's logic-based approach to incorporating player feedback.
The Rise of PC Gaming Influences Development Strategy
The team also addressed the growing popularity of PC gaming, acknowledging its impact on development strategies. Kitase highlighted the rising costs of game development and the need to reach a broader audience. He notes the limitations of console-only releases in certain regions, emphasizing the global reach of PC gaming.
Hamaguchi explained that the decision to prioritize a swift PC port of Rebirth was a direct response to this shift in the gaming landscape. The team aims to provide a more timely PC release for the final installment, ensuring a wider audience can experience the complete Remake Project.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is available now on PC via Steam and PlayStation 5. If you're new to the series, the first game, Final Fantasy VII Remake, is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam. The concluding chapter of this epic remake trilogy is undoubtedly a highly anticipated release.
