FF7 Remake Part 3 Story Now Complete, Smooth Progress Ahead

Exciting news for fans of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake series: the long-awaited Part 3 has completed its story, and development is progressing smoothly, as confirmed by director Naoki Hamaguchi and producer Yoshinori Kitase in an interview with Famitsu. This update comes just ahead of the PC port launch of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, the second installment of the trilogy. Dive deeper into what this means for the future of this iconic series!

Final Fantasy 7 Part 3’s Main Scenario Is Complete

Development On Schedule, No Delays For Its Upcoming Release

In their recent conversation with Famitsu, Hamaguchi and Kitase shared that the development of the third game is moving forward without any hiccups. Hamaguchi noted, "We began working on the third title right after wrapping up FF7 Rebirth. We are progressing without any delay from the schedule we planned when we launched the remake project, so we hope you will look forward to it."

Kitase further revealed that the main scenario for the third game was completed well before the PlayStation 5 release of FF7 Rebirth in February 2024. He mentioned, "I gave it [the storywriting] to Nomura (FF7 Rebirth Creative Director, Tetsuya Nomura) as homework to conclude the remake project, while respecting the original and providing a sense of satisfaction that wasn't felt in the original. That was finally completed at the end of the year, and the scenario for the third installment was completed there." Kitase expressed his confidence that the conclusion of the trilogy will satisfy fans.

Team Admits That They Were Worried About Rebirth’s Release At First

The second installment, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, released in early 2024, received worldwide acclaim and positive reviews from critics, fans, and gamers. Despite its success, Kitase and Hamaguchi admitted to initial concerns about its reception. Kitase stated, "I was worried about how it would resonate with players and game fans because it was a remake and the second in a trilogy. [But] In the end, I was happy to receive such positive reviews that it overcame those concerns." The positive feedback boosted the team's confidence for the upcoming finale. Hamaguchi added, "In that sense, I think we have done our job of creating a good atmosphere for the third installment."

The game's compelling storyline and engaging gameplay have been credited to Hamaguchi's "logic-based approach." In a separate interview with Automaton, he explained their process: "If our goal is A, and we get an opinion like ‘I want B instead,’ we can’t do anything about it as it is just someone’s preference. However, if we get an opinion like ‘If you added B too, wouldn’t it be even better?’ then I’ll think about incorporating it, if possible."

PC Gaming Is Now The Norm

The interview also touched on the growing trend of PC gaming. Kitase highlighted the shift in the gaming industry, noting that development costs are rising, necessitating broader market reach. He pointed out, "Some regions do not sell mainstream consoles due to certain policies, but PCs or laptops are a must everywhere all around the world. As for PCs, there are no borders, so I think it's inevitable that PC versions will be released in order to allow more people to play."

Hamaguchi added that the team prioritized the PC port of FF7 Rebirth to meet the changing demands of gamers. "I feel like the flow of game users in the world has changed a lot there. That's why we focused on making the PC version of FFVII Rebirth shorter than the period when the PC version of FFVII Remake was released."

With the insights and experiences gained from the first two releases, the grand finale of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy promises to be a thrilling conclusion. Fans can look forward to potentially quicker access to the third part on PC as well, ensuring the full Remake Project experience reaches a global audience.

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is now available on PC via Steam, as well as on its original console, the PlayStation 5. For those yet to embark on this epic journey, Final Fantasy 7 Remake is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam.