Final Fantasy VII

1. fruff

   Dec 31, 2015

   10

   Let me start by saying I love this game. The original version released in 1997 is a 10 for me. This version, however, is better. TheLet me start by saying I love this game. The original version released in 1997 is a 10 for me. This version, however, is better. The graphics look cleaned up a bit. The translation is cleaned up a bit. The addition of no encounters is nice but the addition of the '3x speed' is the highlight of this release. To be able to speed the game up and grind out levels in 2 hours that would have normally taken 6 is impressive.
   
   I love this version and it comes with a kick ass PS4 theme.… Expand

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2. Hobobo

   Jan 5, 2018

   10

   Reading the reviews here put a smile on my face. Apparently , we've all bought FF7 way too many times it seems XD but that's the thing. FinalReading the reviews here put a smile on my face. Apparently , we've all bought FF7 way too many times it seems XD but that's the thing. Final Fantasy 7 is just that dang good! I bought this game again too on PS4 and give it a solid 10 after all these years. It truly is a classic. I also received the special PS4 theme to boot. The theme alone is HIGHLY worth it if you're a Final Fantasy fan.… Expand

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4. SpewPuke

   Apr 14, 2020

   10

   After playing the "Remake" I was hooked with that introduction to the story, but felt quite confused with the ending. I then tried theAfter playing the "Remake" I was hooked with that introduction to the story, but felt quite confused with the ending. I then tried the original and I really wish they hadn't made some choices for the "Remake" because this game was amazing.… Expand

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5. Alvokun

   Oct 10, 2017

   10

   I was a child when I played Final Fantasy VII on PSOne for the first time. Now, about 15 years later, I have played it again. I actuallyI was a child when I played Final Fantasy VII on PSOne for the first time. Now, about 15 years later, I have played it again. I actually remember not understanding the storyline fully -only the superficial aspects-, so playing it again has been for me a curious mix between revisiting the game and playing it for the first time.
   
   As far as the game itself is concerned, all I can say is that Final Fantasy VII is a masterpiece. I am sure it already was, but the fact that almost a quarter of a century goes by and the game is still so great reinforces that idea. Now we probably tend to even see some of the minor mistakes the game had as positive aspects, as nostalgia pervades us while playing and make us be less critical with the game than we perhaps were then. In any case, Final Fantasy VII is one of those unique games that you will only see once in your lifetime. I have not played all the games of the franchise, but I have played many of them and I am pretty sure this one is, at least, the one that has left a biggest mark on me.
   
   The storyline is incredible, maybe even underrated at times. I have heard it was confusing, but, perhaps with the exception of some specific moments, I do not think it is. The gameplay possibilities are huge and the game is quite long (leaving the cheats of this remastered version aside); it really is full of secrets and optional missions and tasks to do. And the soundtrack is simply epic, a one-of-a-kind musical work; the Cosmo Canyon theme, the Sephiroth theme... Those are masterpieces within the masterpiece.
   
   Finally, regarding this PS4 remastered version, I believe it is rather good; it enhances the original game -mainly graphically- for both those who want to play it normally or those who want to use the cheats to simply enjoying the story and the game in general.
   
   It has been a fantastic experience to play Final Fantasy VII again. I did not have doubts about his top quality, but now I have no doubts at all.… Expand

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6. YannySp101

   May 1, 2021

   9

   What is there to say about Final Fantasy VII? The legendary JRPG that popularized console RPGs worldwide.
   Coming from Final Fantasy VIIWhat is there to say about Final Fantasy VII? The legendary JRPG that popularized console RPGs worldwide.
   Coming from Final Fantasy VII Remake, I already knew Final Fantasy VII was going to be something special, and I was right.
   The story of Final Fantasy VII is amazing and it made me even more excited for the future of the Remake.
   The gameplay is quite... enjoyable? I mean, it feels outdated and unresponsive, but it's not necessarily bad and it's definitely better than Final Fantasy IX's and Final Fantasy VIII's gameplay.
   The characters overall are really good, although I wish the optional characters (Yuffie and Vincent) had a bit more spotlight. The Remake improved upon the initial characters significantly and I hope it will improve upon Yuffie and Vincent in the next parts as well.
   The music is awesome and very iconic; I appreciated it even more as someone who played the Remake first.
   Also, the materia system is just like in the Remake and I liked it a lot.
   Lastly, the visuals - especially the character models and some aesthetic decisions - didn't age well but they're quite charming.
   Unfortunately though, there are many mandatory minigames/puzzles and most of them are either a bit frustrating or pointless. Also, just like Final Fantasy IX and Final Fantasy X, Final Fantasy VII does have some outdated elements here and there.
   
   Pros:
   + Compelling narrative
   + Serviceable gameplay
   + Great characters
   + Fantastic music
   
   Cons:
   - Minigames/puzzles
   - Outdated visuals and minor elements
   
   Narrative: 9/10
   Gameplay: 5/10
   Content: ?/10
   Characters: 8/10
   Music: 9/10
   Graphics/Audio: ?/10
   
   Final Rating: 9/10
   - Amazing -
   After 24 years since it's initial release, Final Fantasy VII is still an exceptional videogame experience and one of the best games in the series.
   
   Do I recommend it?:
   Of course! It's a must-play for J/RPG fans.… Expand

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7. zyx0

   Feb 16, 2016

   9

   While not exactly new by any stretch, Final Fantasy VII for PS4 is a great game with minor flaws. Fixing these flaws wouldn't even make theWhile not exactly new by any stretch, Final Fantasy VII for PS4 is a great game with minor flaws. Fixing these flaws wouldn't even make the game better, as it take away from the feeling of authenticity. Clicking on the left and right sticks add modifiers to the game to make parts easier, which is great for first-time players. One of these modifiers speeds up the game, which admittedly, can be very useful at times. Some translation is cleaned up a bit, which is a nice touch. However, the best part by far is the switch between the control scheme. In the original game, O was used instead of X to confirm things on menus and such, which was very confusing at first. Hopefully the remake can come out as soon as possible.… Expand

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8. timhunt412

   Feb 15, 2016

   4

   the ps4 version of this game is a shoddy port that just looks really bad, the character models look great but the pre rendered backgroundsthe ps4 version of this game is a shoddy port that just looks really bad, the character models look great but the pre rendered backgrounds look awful and they were obviously not properly upscaled at all. this port was lazy and it shows, after the completing the opening section of the game and seeing a pre rendered cutscene from the psone stretched to fit my 40 inch TV running at 10 fps i deleted the game off of my hard drive, dug out my 11 inch TV from 1999 and my psone and original copy of the game.
   dont buy this port, get final fantasy off of the playstation store for less than 10$(us) for your ps3/psp/vita. or play it classic or get the PC port because you can get some mods that really polish the game up and make a diamond shine even brighter.… Expand

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