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Square Enix will patch Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on PS5 with a Streamlined Progression suite (including a 9,999-damage option for minigames); the PS5 patch arrives as the Xbox Series X|S and Switch 2 ports launch on June 3, 2026, with the price cut to £49.99/$49.99 on PS Store and Platinum trophy considerations noted.
Square Enix says Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 are being developed for Nintendo Switch 2 with gameplay parity across platforms. Director Naoki Hamaguchi emphasizes he won’t differentiate experiences by hardware, aiming to keep the Switch 2 versions on par with other platforms; Intergrade’s Switch 2 port already demonstrated strong performance.
The article highlights the best-reviewed PC games of 2025 according to Metacritic, featuring titles like Hades 2, Blue Prince, Clair Obscur, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, showcasing a diverse range of genres and innovative gameplay experiences that made 2025 a remarkable year for PC gaming.
Naoki Hamaguchi, co-director of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, assures fans that the game's length is justified and is working to make Part 3 more concise by balancing story and pacing, amid ongoing excitement and development updates for the trilogy's final installment.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's director Naoki Hamaguchi defends the game's pacing and side content, stating players are too busy to fully enjoy it and promising adjustments in the next installment to better balance story and gameplay. Despite some criticism of filler content, he emphasizes that the current length and structure are intentional, reflecting modern players' busy lifestyles, and notes that community feedback will influence future game design.
Despite disappointing sales of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Square Enix assures fans that Part 3 will be a high-quality and fitting conclusion to the remake trilogy, with development progressing smoothly and the game shaping up well for release.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is performing well on PS5 and PC, reassuring fans after initial concerns about sales falling short of expectations. The game's development is progressing smoothly, with a high-quality third installment planned, and future releases on Xbox and Nintendo systems are expected to boost its success.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part Three are officially confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, with the remake set to release in January 2026; the release date for Rebirth and the third part remains unannounced.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth has received its first major discount since its February release, now available for $55 at Amazon and GameStop. Amazon offers free same- or one-day delivery for Prime members and includes a free Final Fantasy-themed DualSense controller skin. GameStop also sells preowned copies for $50. Other Square Enix games, including Final Fantasy 16 and Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, are also on sale at their lowest prices yet.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's sales performance has sparked debate, with no official figures released by Square Enix. Analysts suggest it may be underperforming compared to its predecessor, Final Fantasy 7 Remake. However, data shows high engagement and player satisfaction, with potential factors such as being a sequel and a PS5 exclusive affecting sales. The future of the Final Fantasy 7 remake trilogy may be influenced by Rebirth's sales, and potential releases for PC and PS5 Pro could impact its sales story.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth led the surge of new hits in the Japanese gaming market, selling 310,596 units and nearly tripling the sales of other top releases. The game's success secured second place for Square Enix, beating Nintendo in revenue for the month. The top five best-selling titles were all new releases, with Nintendo remaining the biggest selling publisher and Switch dominating both boxed game and hardware sales.
The Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Ultimania book confirms that Barret Wallace is the easiest character to date in the game, with the highest chance to gain affinity based on dialogue, side quests, mini-games, and battle mechanics. Players can deepen bonds with other party members through various interactions, but Barret reportedly has 26 opportunities to gain affinity for Cloud, compared to 24 for Red XIII and Yuffie, and 23 for Tifa and Aerith. The book also hints at the potential release of Part 3 in 3 years, as the development team remains intact.
Industry analyst Daniel Ahmad reports that Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is selling about half of what its predecessor, Remake, sold in the same timeframe, attributing this to factors such as the game's direct connection to the first part and its exclusive release on PS5. Despite stellar reviews, the game's sales performance raises questions about Square Enix's reach and strategy, as the company continues to grapple with the balance between quality and commercial success in the gaming industry.
Industry analyst Daniel Ahmad reports that Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is "underperforming sales-wise," selling about half of what its predecessor Remake sold in the same timeframe, possibly due to factors such as the different release environment and player reception. Despite critical acclaim, the game faced a bug affecting trophy completion, which was addressed in a recent patch by Square Enix.
A recent analysis revealed that Stellar Blade's demo on PS5 had nearly double the number of daily active players at its peak compared to Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's demo. The Korean action RPG's demo accrued about 690,000 daily active users, while the demo for FF7 Rebirth managed roughly 380,000 at its peak. The difference in player figures could be attributed to Stellar Blade being a new IP with much to prove, while FF7 Rebirth is part of an established series, leading to different levels of anticipation and player engagement.