Final Fantasy 7 Revelation: Release Date, Gameplay, And Everything We Know (So Far)

At long last, the Unknown Journey of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy concludes next year with the release of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation. More than a decade has passed since the game was shown off during the legendary 2015 Sony E3 Showcase, and it looks like the threequel is shaping up to be a massive send-off for Cloud and the rest of the Midgar crew. Taking all the lessons learned from Remake and Rebirth, Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is aiming to bring the story to a satisfying close. Ahead of its launch in 2027, here's a closer look at everything that we know so far about the next big Final Fantasy game. When will Final Fantasy 7 Revelation be released? Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is scheduled to launch in Q2 2027. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation platforms The first two games in the Remake Trilogy were both timed exclusives for PS5, but the times are changing. Square-Enix announced that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will launch day-one for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. For owners of the Nintendo handheld, this is good news, given just how well Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth run on the system. Both games do make some graphical concessions, but overall, they provide a mostly stable performance level with a cinematic frame rate. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation: The story so far Continuing after the events of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Revelation is the final chapter in the Remake Trilogy. While the previous games have largely followed the same story as the original Final Fantasy 7, they've also deviated from the path and have introduced reimagined characters, events, distorted timelines, and multiversal stakes. The mission still remains the same, as after the death of Aerith--although some Schrodinger's Cat shenanigans might also be at play here--Cloud and his party will venture to iconic locations like Wutai on their journey to stop Sephiroth. The former SOLDIER Elite is preparing to enact the final steps of his master plan and has summoned the destructive Meteor magic to wound the planet. If successful, Sephiroth will achieve godhood by reuniting with the Lifestream and merging all alternate timelines together, over which he will ultimately rule. Can Cloud and his group finally change fate as they head toward the conclusion of the unknown journey? And let's not forget that other loose end, as Zack Fair still has a score of his own to settle with Sephiroth. As for what comes next, game director Naoki Hamaguchi calls the threequel a definitive conclusion to the saga--but that doesn't mean that the door won't be left open for character-specific stories in the future. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation gameplay Remake and Rebirth shifted the action away from the turn-based combat of the original Final Fantasy 7--a "classic" hybrid option was also available for anyone feeling nostalgic--and it looks like both systems are back for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation. Whether you're looking for fast-paced action or a chance to slow down the chaos and work out some tactics, Revelation will have you covered. FITS offers new strategic options New to Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is the FITS system (Function Integrated Tactical Suitware). This is essentially a new take on classic Final Fantasy jobs, as each outfit allows its wearer to wield new skills in battle. Each character in Revelations has four FITS to choose from, and so far, Square Enix has shown off the Warrior (enhanced offensive abilities) and Black Mage (spell-focused combat) FITS suits. A whole new world While Remake was a largely linear game, Rebirth introduced an open-world approach that covered major locations in Midgar. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will continue that approach, but this time you'll get to explore Midgar from the comfort of Cid's airship. Once you find a location, you can parachute into it Fortnite-style and embark on an expedition to discover the secrets of the land. Square Enix says the world and its locations will be seamlessly connected, and new areas include the tropical rainforest of Mideel and Yuffie's hometown in Wutai. Rise of the Weapons With Sephiroth posing a greater threat than ever, the planet has activated its long-dormant guardians to protect it. The classic Weapons are back, but bigger and more dangerous than ever. Indiscriminate in their destruction, Cloud and his companions will have to stand against them as they prepare to stop Sephiroth once and for all. Hamaguchi recently told GameSpot that remaking the Weapons was his favorite part of the threequel, as they've been scaled up into kaiju-sized threats for players to face off against. Minigames are back, but are optional Alongside Queen's Blood and several other returning minigames, Final Fantasy fans can also try out a few new diversions off the beaten track--including a slap fight between Tifa and Scarlet. The big difference is that Square Enix is making these minigames optional, and the rewards behind each one are more cosmetic in nature. In Rebirth, some of the game'