Final Fantasy VII Remake

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  1. Phuz
    Aug 24, 2022
    0
    My God. If irritating, over the top, shoddy voice acting, combined with irritating, over the top, shoddy scripting floats your boat, then guess what? You're in luck. You'll have a field day in fact because that is exactly what this is. A load of irritating, Hollywood style junk. If I asked you to go and find me a game where I want to kick all the annoying little **** of characters inMy God. If irritating, over the top, shoddy voice acting, combined with irritating, over the top, shoddy scripting floats your boat, then guess what? You're in luck. You'll have a field day in fact because that is exactly what this is. A load of irritating, Hollywood style junk. If I asked you to go and find me a game where I want to kick all the annoying little **** of characters in the face and you brought me this, you would pass your mission.

    You'd have to be about 13 years old to remotely tolerate the acting and script here. Total, utter **** And a big fookin whopping 100GB of hard drive clogging **** at that.    … Expand
  2. JoakoGarcon
    Aug 21, 2022
    0
    I really love this remake... There a lot of things to do, is great how they added new thing to the main story, I think the only thing I thing disagree about it is not controlling one character that appears in the late game... But despite of that it's a wonderful game
  3. ASalty801
    Aug 16, 2022
    2
    Looks pretty, but that's about it. The gameplay simply isnt fun and its packed with garbage filler to stretch the game into multiple releases because money. A proper ff7 remake should have been an easy home run, but by either greed or incompetence we got this.
  4. Stratslinger315
    Aug 16, 2022
    0
    Only part of the game. The other part will be exclusive for PlayStation 5. I’m not wasting my money on that trash when a gaming pc is simply better. If you release half a game on a console, release the other half. I don’t care about performance, I feel cheated af right now and won’t bother unless I can find a way to scam it on a pc. Not paying a cent more.
  5. TeemoTime
    Aug 15, 2022
    8
    The story may alienate both new and veteran fans of FFVII due to it's complexity, straying from the original story. However the gameplay feels great and the graphics are next level even on a PS4 Slim.
  6. RedMattis
    Aug 10, 2022
    6
    Very mediocre.

    The story has a lot of good parts, the characters are better written than I anticipated. however most of the game is so padded with irrelevant faffing about that the pace just ends up downright terrible. As for the actual gameplay, the entire game is basically a really long corridor with some very simple environmental puzzles or side-activities. Combat is functional    Very mediocre.

    The story has a lot of good parts, the characters are better written than I anticipated. however most of the game is so padded with irrelevant faffing about that the pace just ends up downright terrible.

    As for the actual gameplay, the entire game is basically a really long corridor with some very simple environmental puzzles or side-activities.

    Combat is functional and has some variety and strategy to it, but it is very much style over substance, and dramatically overstays its welcome. It basically plays like a much worse version of Kingdom Hearts which decided to have the animations look cooler at the cost of not feeling nearly as good to control.

    The art & audio is fantastic though, as you'd expect, but frankly I see those as force-multipliers of the gameplay & story, and with gameplay this weak, and story this dragged out it just isn't enough to amount to more than "good". And frankly there are lots of great and amazing games out there, so I'd suggest playing those instead.

    In summary:

    I'd honestly suggest you just watch a lets' player play it instead. The story is too padded out, and there are many much better games if you want roughly its style of combat.    … Expand
  7. Sequn
    Aug 2, 2022
    2
    The worst action jrpg I've played on my PS4, and the literally worst remake ever made.
    All these people that try to start ff7 they don't understand what the actual original PS1 game is, because this sh#t fake remake try to make a sort of Reboot of the original story, making retarded plot changes (crazy time ghost sh#t, and alternative timeline garbage) that destroy completely the whole    The worst action jrpg I've played on my PS4, and the literally worst remake ever made.
    All these people that try to start ff7 they don't understand what the actual original PS1 game is, because this sh#t fake remake try to make a sort of Reboot of the original story, making retarded plot changes (crazy time ghost sh#t, and alternative timeline garbage) that destroy completely the whole sense of the original. Who praise this crap, and who praise the idiotic Nomura's choice, are basically blind.    … Expand
  8. PedroHyper7
    Jul 31, 2022
    10
    This game is exelent in almost everything.
    it is loyal is various apects of the original game but also made some inputs.
    i think the all the caracters are super carismatic and the combat is one of the best i have ever seen. there are some rendering texture problens but nothing that will mess your exepirience. the game is divided by parts so its not the complete game but square made a game    This game is exelent in almost everything.
    it is loyal is various apects of the original game but also made some inputs.
    i think the all the caracters are super carismatic and the combat is one of the best i have ever seen.
    there are some rendering texture problens but nothing that will mess your exepirience.
    the game is divided by parts so its not the complete game but square made a game with a lot more developmente than the original    … Expand
  9. YokoHugo
    Jul 28, 2022
    10
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  10. ThatPSXBGamer
    Jul 11, 2022
    8
    This game was great all around, with superb graphics, excellent voice acting, excellent story, and smooth intuitive combat. Final Fantasy 7 Remake takes the best of mainstream Final Fantasy and modernizes the gameplay with it's in real time combat, and for the most part is a joy to play. The only point of frustration comes from the sometimes brutal boss battles, in which combat chokes downThis game was great all around, with superb graphics, excellent voice acting, excellent story, and smooth intuitive combat. Final Fantasy 7 Remake takes the best of mainstream Final Fantasy and modernizes the gameplay with it's in real time combat, and for the most part is a joy to play. The only point of frustration comes from the sometimes brutal boss battles, in which combat chokes down to basic doge and counterattack, playable, but very monotonous. That coupled with sometimes a little too many enemy encounters throughout the many labyrinths culminate into some repetitiveness. That being said, these frustrations are clearly the minority of this very well rounded, memorable game, Square Enix, you did great and deserve this 8/10.… Expand
  11. Madbert
    Jul 9, 2022
    8
    Apr 10, 2020.

    Jugabilidad - En el apartado jugable nos encontramos un juego con luces y sombras. Cuando manejamos a cualquiera de los personajes, especialmente a Cloud Strife que es el personaje principal, podemos acostumbrarnos muy rápido a ir corriendo a todas partes, el problema es cuando el juego te obliga literalmente a ir andando en lugares donde nop debería, dando una sensación    Apr 10, 2020.

    Jugabilidad
    - En el apartado jugable nos encontramos un juego con luces y sombras. Cuando manejamos a cualquiera de los personajes, especialmente a Cloud Strife que es el personaje principal, podemos acostumbrarnos muy rápido a ir corriendo a todas partes, el problema es cuando el juego te obliga literalmente a ir andando en lugares donde nop debería, dando una sensación de pérdida de control que se repite muy a menudo. Otra de esas sombras en el juego son aquellos momentos donde la cámara se mueve a placer. ya sea por algún punto de control donde quieren mostrarte algo, o el camino a seguir, que está muy bien, pero no cuando te arrebatan el control de la cámara por largo tiempo para mostrarte un lugar o edificio que se ve en 2 segundos y no necesitas 30. En cualquier caso, el juego en el apartado jugable está bastante pulido y por lo general se siente dinámico y fluido.
    Gráficos
    En el apartado gráfico sin duda nos encontramos ante un portento. Por lo general las texturas son de alta resolución, están bien implementadas y es un gustado observar detalle. Pero también tiene sombras, apartados poco trabajados que son fácilmente reconocibles ya que se recogen en 2 supuestos. Cada vez que miramos desde las barriadas a la plataforma sobre nosotros, observamos texturas de poca calidad, borrosas. Cada vez que miramos desde la plataforma al suelo a las barriadas, Nos ponen una especie de collage de edificios sin perspectiva, completamente plano que te sacan un poco de la historia y la última son las lejanías que tenemos el mismo problema 0 detalle. Digamos en en distancias cortas y dentro del mundo pasillo creado para que recorramos gráficamente es alucinante, más allá, todo elemento visible por el jugador da pena verlo.
    Música
    No me considero muy fan de la música de los Final Fantasy porque en numerosas ocasiones me parece que no pega la música con la acción que estamos viviendo. Entiendo su significado en FF de los años 90, a si que lo voy a entender en este remake y en el contexto de los Final Fantasy, entiendo que está bien aunque no me enamore.
    Historia
    - La historia me ha gustado bastante, sigue la tónica de cualquier FF, una lucha contra un mal superior y los héroes que emprenden dicha lucha. Los personajes me han parecido muy carismáticos y no resulta difícil empatizar con ellos. Los enemigos se vislumbran rápido y quedan envueltos por ese aroma a villano clásico que siempre me ha gustando.
    Duración
    - El juego, directo y sin hacer misiones secundarias unas 23 horas. Por lo que entreteniéndote un poco con él y haciendo algunas de las misiones que te proponen sube rápidamente a 30 horas. Creo que es preferible un juego disfrutable en 30 horas a uno de 100 horas. Yo no estoy en contra de que hayan decidido fraccionarlo siempre y cuando sea una causa justificada y en este caso me ha parecido un juego completo estas 23 - 30 horas jugadas.

    Taducción
    En el apartado del doblaje nos encontramos el mayor punto negro. En primer lugar no tiene doblaje al castellano que por supuesto ya por sí mismo es un punto negativo. Nos encontramos ante una copia en inglés. Almenos en inglés las voces están muy bien acompañadas y siguen ese aspecto jovial del juego, pero los subtítulos en castellano son una auténtica pesadilla. No dan una, se inventan las cosas respecto a la versión en inglés. Te de adelantan otras que no están diciendo los personajes. Omiten información, otra directamente la endulzan para que sea menos duro sin entender el motivo real. En definitiva un auténtico desastre. Es una indignación estar escuchando a los personajes en inglés y ver que los subtítulos no corresponden en absoluto a lo que están diciendo. No entiendo como pueden traducir un juego en modo "traducción libre" es incomprensible, ¿Os imagináis una película o serie donde los subtítulos siguen una pista a la película o serie original pero sin decir lo mismo? Creedme que es frustrante.    … Expand
  12. Andante
    Jul 7, 2022
    7
    No doubt, this is a AAA game with some fantastic exterior graphics and a very beautiful recreation of Midgar which adds a lot of points and value due to the nostalgia factor. I understand that it is not an easy task to recreate this legendary ps1 era game but the designers did overall a good job. The game has many many flaws but also a lot of strong points which will keep your interest.No doubt, this is a AAA game with some fantastic exterior graphics and a very beautiful recreation of Midgar which adds a lot of points and value due to the nostalgia factor. I understand that it is not an easy task to recreate this legendary ps1 era game but the designers did overall a good job. The game has many many flaws but also a lot of strong points which will keep your interest. Throughout the game you become the feeling that many parts of the original game got stretched only for the sake of adding gameplay hours. Some dungeons are definitely tedious and many aspects of the original story were changed. Personally I didnt like these changes. But still the quality of the production is so good that you will still keep playing without losing interest. Is it the remake I expected? No. Is it a masterpiece like the original ff7? No.
    But still it is a quality product every final fantasy fan should not miss.    … Expand
  13. Tomplexthis
    Jul 7, 2022
    4
    I hate this game, i like this game, They completely Vomited out the heart and soul of the original, for money, they split the game up for money, there is a great game here, but this is the first 3 hours of the original 45 hour story of FF7, there are awful textures in this game that look like 1997 year old Jpeg files, terrible padding, terrible characters, ham-fisted in dementors, TheyI hate this game, i like this game, They completely Vomited out the heart and soul of the original, for money, they split the game up for money, there is a great game here, but this is the first 3 hours of the original 45 hour story of FF7, there are awful textures in this game that look like 1997 year old Jpeg files, terrible padding, terrible characters, ham-fisted in dementors, They lost what made ff7, Life and Death, and just made another Kingdom Hearts, but with the skin of ff7 on it, this game is about destiny hearts and darkness, and i hated it. but it still wasn't terrible, even though iam disgusted with everything this game stands for. it is definitely Greedy. and i just wish it was gone.

    There is way too much padding and slow down in this game, you can barely move, it feels like molasses, and it holds your hand.    … Expand
  14. otmiyo
    Jul 4, 2022
    8
    A lovable journey through Midgar, a total recommended experience.

    The Good This game has a pretty good presentation, introducing you to a series of endearing and lovable characters throughout the story, the cinematics after each character are pretty rewarding, and the visuals are stunning. The sidequests have a good background, getting you involved to solving them, also there are    A lovable journey through Midgar, a total recommended experience.

    The Good
    This game has a pretty good presentation, introducing you to a series of endearing and lovable characters throughout the story, the cinematics after each character are pretty rewarding, and the visuals are stunning.

    The sidequests have a good background, getting you involved to solving them, also there are hidden rewarding cutscenes after complete all the sidequests of a region.

    The battle system is dynamic and fun, a good deal between an action game and turn base strategy game, also appropriate level of option to level up your gear and personalize your weapons via materias.

    The Bad
    The journey feels interrupted in some areas were you will be able to complete some sidequests, the main problem is that these sidequest are attached to story characters, then you can't save then for later, if you want to have the optional content you will have to complete these right away, in some moments this could ends up felling like homework instead cool optional content.

    The normal difficulty (the max difficulty for a first play) could feels a bit easy, making it possible to beat the game without pay attention to the enemies weaknesses or even leveling up your gear.    … Expand
  15. Salty_McSalt
    Jun 24, 2022
    2
    We wanted a remake for years. So many years that two decades passed us all by and then we finally got it. I would have loved to say that the wait was worth it. That it was worth it to wait a little longer for the game to be ported over from the PS4 to PC... I do. I truly wish I could say that...

    The game is graphically excellent. The voice acting is great (for the most part). That's    We wanted a remake for years. So many years that two decades passed us all by and then we finally got it. I would have loved to say that the wait was worth it. That it was worth it to wait a little longer for the game to be ported over from the PS4 to PC... I do. I truly wish I could say that...

    The game is graphically excellent.
    The voice acting is great (for the most part).
    That's all we wanted.

    Sadly, they decided to mess with the story.
    A story that had a constant sense of urgency.
    Now; we have side quests that make the sense of urgency evaporate in the blink of an eye.
    Sephiroth is introduced ludicrously early.
    And what the hell is with all the ghosts in capes?

    WHAT THE HELL?!?!

    In one scene they're terrifying Sector 7, with you beating the sh*t out of them as they attack you for seemingly no reason, and the next time you see them they're helping you?!?! What the f*ck is that for poor consistency? After the first major encounter with them, it was if the incident never happened!

    Barretttttt: "These ghost things are bad!"
    Cloud: "Ugh. Yeah. Ugh."

    And that's it! It's as if the ghost terrorizing Sector 7 never happened.
    They're completely forgotten about!
    Didn't happen!?

    As for Cloud:
    Someone: "hahaha funny joke"
    Cloud: "Ugh!"

    Every God damn five minutes!
    It's like reading a typical Reddit thread; nauseating, repetitive, and cringe.

    Like I said, the game is graphically brilliant, voice acting is done well (with the exception of Cloud's script work, which should be shoved up Nomura's a**) but they messed with the story by diluting it down and padding it with content that.. frankly... makes me wish I was glad I pirated the game.

    I stopped playing it at Aeris' house.
    I've uninstalled it.
    Glad I didn't buy it.
    Glad I pirated it.
    It's that bad.

    I can't tell you how many times I've played the original version.
    More than 40+ play throughs in 20+ years?

    I've bought/owned it on the PS1, PC, iFad, PS4, back to PC with Steam...
    I've bought this timeless classic multiple times on different platforms.

    F*ck you, Nomura, you ruined this one great opportunity with Reddit-Tier Padded Cringe.

    The remake is a padded out disappointment.

    They would have been better off leaving the original story alone.

    I'm reinstalling the original version, via Steam, as I type this. I prefer it.    … Expand
  16. ronswanson_
    Jun 23, 2022
    9
    Played on PS5 Graphic: 9/10 Story: 9/10 Music/Sound : 10/10 Dialogue/Voice Acting: 9/10
  17. 39BAKA
    Jun 22, 2022
    9
    A new entry into the FF7 compilation, instead of a remake of the original FF7 instead its a remake of the story one where it tells of a new story of the FF7 cast. The combat is amazing and the story bring in a new set of excitement for me as a fan of FF7 compilation.
  18. Hypergem
    Jun 21, 2022
    0
    Story is bad especially ending. The game is full of fillers and contains boring fetch quests. The game is going full Kingdom Hearts with the story with all the faith alternating events. Combat is also mediocre.
  19. Biggun
    Jun 18, 2022
    0
    Square Enix crache à la gueule des joueurs en refusant de leur proposer ce remake de Final Fantasy 7 pour la partie Midgard. Ce zéro pointé en note est le retour de boomerang.
  20. HarikenNOA
    Jun 17, 2022
    9
    Really good game, enjoyed all of its elements starting from gameplay to story!
  21. Tidu
    Jun 15, 2022
    9
    A game that really needed the remake and Square delivers! Stunning graphics, interesting story and oh yeah, Tifa...
  22. briiiz
    Jun 11, 2022
    8
    最令人惊喜的还是把老式jrpg的味道完全重现了，从地图设计到回合制战斗都一一还原，然后还有继承自原作的优秀人设剧情，另一方面则发挥了本世代的优势，画面演出和音乐都是顶尖。但是在剧情精彩的节点结束还是感到遗憾，不知道还要多久后才会出后续章节，而且除此之外价格和优化也确实该骂。还有就是在地图引导方面过于刻意，地图可探索范围相当小，迷宫不说又臭又长也至少是相当无趣，而且有大量走缝隙或独木桥之类减速拖时间的操作，基本全程就是剧情驱动去下一个目标点，不过总体体验还是不错的，相当期待下一章节最令人惊喜的还是把老式jrpg的味道完全重现了，从地图设计到回合制战斗都一一还原，然后还有继承自原作的优秀人设剧情，另一方面则发挥了本世代的优势，画面演出和音乐都是顶尖。但是在剧情精彩的节点结束还是感到遗憾，不知道还要多久后才会出后续章节，而且除此之外价格和优化也确实该骂。还有就是在地图引导方面过于刻意，地图可探索范围相当小，迷宫不说又臭又长也至少是相当无趣，而且有大量走缝隙或独木桥之类减速拖时间的操作，基本全程就是剧情驱动去下一个目标点，不过总体体验还是不错的，相当期待下一章节
  23. Sir_Him
    Jun 10, 2022
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bloated mess of a game. Outside the music and fantastic visuals, the only thing good about this game is the combat system, but that's only at the start. After a while, you realize that it's all spectacle and no substance, which is Nomura's specialty.

    All they had to do was follow the original game and expand a bit here and there, but instead they decided to cram the game with useless filler so they can justify slicing it up and selling it in parts for $60 - $100 a pop. And don't even get me started on the corrupt decision to lock the DLC to the PS5 only. Sucks to suck for the people who got this game on the PS4.

    The story is such a mess I don't even know where to begin. First off, the reveal that Sephiroth was the one Cloud was seeing in those brief black outs, is not only wrong, but completely ruins Sephiroth's reveal later on. In the original, Sephiroth's reveal was masterfully done. Walking through the hallways of the Shrina building, seeing the trail of blood as you came across mutilated corpses of enemies you were just struggling to fight and then finding the body of the Shinra president. It made you terrified of Sephiroth. This time, they show him right off the bat and ruin any sort of build up to the fact that he's alive. Yes, the original came out 30 years ago and everyone knows that Sephiroth is alive, but that doesn't excuse poor story telling. If A New Hope was remade and they added a bunch of scenes where Vader was taunting Luke through the Force and told him right away he's Luke's father, it would be seen as a massive misstep and downright insulting. Everyone knows that Vader is Luke's father, but that doesn't make the reveal in Empire any less impactful all these years later. Changing the Sephiroth reveal shows that they have no idea how to tell a story, but I should have expected that with Nomura at the helm of this project.

    The entire idea that Cloud and Sephiroth are fate-crossed enemies is a bunch of bull crap, as well. Go play the original. Sephiroth barely even notices Clouds existence other than seeing him as a useful pawn. Them being fated enemies never even comes into play. At most, Cloud hates Sephiroth and wants to kill him.

    And to top it all off, the in-game representation of fans of the original game, the ones that have been pleading for a remake for 20+ years are the final villain of part 1. The arbiters of fate or whatever they were called are trying to have this new game follow the story beats of the original and they have you kill them off. They have you kill off the in-game representation of the people who wanted the game to be true to the original. How is that not seen as a massive insult? It's a spit in the face to people who asked for a remake for years and then got this hot mess.

    TLDR: This game sucked and Nomura is an idiot.    … Expand
  24. chrisdan23
    Jun 9, 2022
    9
    Oh Square what have you done? Versteht mich nicht falsch. Nach der groundbreaking Ankündigung, dass das Remake von Final Fantasy nun endlich kommt, ist das Projekt durch einen Reboot gegangen und letztlich in den hauseigenen Studios bei Square Enix gelandet. Es ist nahezu ein Wunder, das wir heute ein so hochwertiges Spiel in der Hand haben, das zudem den originalen Spirit von FFVII so gutOh Square what have you done? Versteht mich nicht falsch. Nach der groundbreaking Ankündigung, dass das Remake von Final Fantasy nun endlich kommt, ist das Projekt durch einen Reboot gegangen und letztlich in den hauseigenen Studios bei Square Enix gelandet. Es ist nahezu ein Wunder, das wir heute ein so hochwertiges Spiel in der Hand haben, das zudem den originalen Spirit von FFVII so gut in ein modernes Game Design transferieren konnte. Vieles an diesem Spiel ist fantastisch. Zumindest bis wir zum großen Showdown des Spiels kommen. Square Enix what have you done? Warum alles Pulver in einer Stunde verschießen. Wie soll ein zweiter Teil da noch weiter machen können? Zudem - die Idee mit der Meta Ebene des Schicksals ist brilliant, aber hätte man diese nicht subtiler ins Spiel fügen können? Warum gleich im ersten Teil alles teasen und die Karten so offen auf den Tisch legen? Wir werden sehn wie Square Enix den Löwen wieder in den Käfig kriegen will in einer Fortsetzung. Ich kann mir nicht gut vorstellen wie das funktionieren soll. Von dieser Kritik einmal abgesehen ist FFVII Remake ein fantastisches Spiel, das den Geist vom vermutlich besten Final Fantasy der Seriengeschichte gekonnt in eine neue Generation trägt.… Expand
  25. Zeneko90
    Jun 6, 2022
    8
    Nettes. Spiel es hat echt viel Spaß gemacht. Mehr davon! Nicht zu lang, nicht zu kurz. Genau richtig.
  26. Antek
    Jun 5, 2022
    0
    The game is scripted to death, it should have been a TV series, so at least you could browse a smartphone 50% of time during another "exciting" sequence of walking-talking along a corridor where you can move only in one direction... booooooring
    P.s. Visual quality is ok
  27. rnpena
    May 16, 2022
    10
    It’s importante understand, that it’s nota the same game as before, it’s a new propose, and I think this is wonderful. Some people need to open their mind for a new perspective that if you look to the right side, you will see that is a great game, the best of “new final fantasies” since PS3.
  28. Lucky_Strikez
    May 15, 2022
    1
    I keep trying to like this, I just upgraded to the PS5 version and the whole game is literally just padding and filler. I love the original game so much and they destroyed it here. Tifa was my favorite character but I hate her in this version. They made her look so stupid and her voice doesn't match at all. Wedge is also retarded. There's a lot of awesome things that they did right butI keep trying to like this, I just upgraded to the PS5 version and the whole game is literally just padding and filler. I love the original game so much and they destroyed it here. Tifa was my favorite character but I hate her in this version. They made her look so stupid and her voice doesn't match at all. Wedge is also retarded. There's a lot of awesome things that they did right but overall I just can't deny that I hate it overall. We had a chance to see something awesome here, they could've recreated FF7 1:1 and instead of pre-rendered gfx we could have seen it all in realtime. That would have been glorious. But that's never going to happen now, they done **** up.… Expand
  29. llkgfo
    May 11, 2022
    8
    it will take a while to wait for Part 2 and 3, and that's the bad thing. good thing is that the game looks good!
  30. Yaacgold24
    May 10, 2022
    9
    I'm not a huge fan of FF series but this one is the first one i liked really.
  31. zach_grech
    May 9, 2022
    8
    This game is an incredible remake held back by some tedious and boring chapters. The gameplay is pretty great with the materia system complimenting it very well. Characters are an improvement over the original as they are fleshed out a lot more. Some great and extremely fun levels. Optional content is serviceable with the inclusion of the colosseum. The story is great for the most partThis game is an incredible remake held back by some tedious and boring chapters. The gameplay is pretty great with the materia system complimenting it very well. Characters are an improvement over the original as they are fleshed out a lot more. Some great and extremely fun levels. Optional content is serviceable with the inclusion of the colosseum. The story is great for the most part (the reusing of the main villain is a negative however) it is different from the original which makes some new moments surprising. Some chapters are very slow and filler which ruins the pacing of the game.… Expand
  32. Ozhubi
    Apr 25, 2022
    0
    Horrible corridor simulator and fake Remake.
    If you have played the original game, you can clearly see how much this boring mess is worse in almost every single aspect except for the graphics department.
    A gigantic disaster made in the worst and incomplete way possible.
  33. Ventuski
    Apr 19, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As a game itself it's a masterpiece. Probably what the original developer staff had in mind for it's first release, but now without hardware limitations.
    As a remake of the legendary PS game, it fell short as it's only a part 1 of a spin-off saga, and I'm sure everyone was expecting way more specially when it comes to playtime hours.    … Expand
  34. Chidori
    Apr 16, 2022
    9
    This was my first experience with FF7, I haven't played the original or consumed any of the media. But from a game to game standpoint this has the be one of one as far as production value in a JRPG game. It is not only one of the best looking games I've played but its fun as hell to play. Feels like playing a movie at times and other times I'm planning 10 steps ahead of how to defeat aThis was my first experience with FF7, I haven't played the original or consumed any of the media. But from a game to game standpoint this has the be one of one as far as production value in a JRPG game. It is not only one of the best looking games I've played but its fun as hell to play. Feels like playing a movie at times and other times I'm planning 10 steps ahead of how to defeat a boss. Finishing JRPGS can be a bit of a hassle for me if I'm not in love with the plot and not enamored by the characters. This game checks both lists!… Expand
  35. ShawnDBell
    Apr 15, 2022
    6
    There is a LOT of padding and filler, and at times just felt like a FF15 reskin, especially with the poor camera angles; however, it was still an enjoyable experience and I look forward to the next chapter. I just hope they cut all the unnecessary padding and filler, and stick to the main story line while flushing out the character development.
  36. Neens
    Mar 21, 2021
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Level design was far too linear in comparison to the original game , not many secrets and items to find in 'dungeon areas'. Lack of materia. Ending changed, giving away far too much of the latter story. Did not stay true to original game Sephiroth introduced way to early. Positives - graphics look amazing, some of the reworked sound track sound good however not all.… Expand
  37. the_gunner_04
    Apr 12, 2022
    10
    Just amazing in every detail; the graphics, the combat, the old materia system brought back better than ever and getting to see these wonderful characters that have brought so many so much joy over the years made real all's i can say is bring on part 2.
  38. TheGuitarGamer
    Apr 12, 2022
    2
    I played it. I must admit, it's a really beautiful remake. But selling the game with different arcs and selling for 70$ each is a absurd. I think I'll stick with the PS1/PC classic version.
  39. Galact1cGam3r
    Apr 12, 2022
    10
    One of the best games i’ve i’ve played on the ps5 thus far. really enjoyed it ☺️
  40. MetaPhysicMeat
    Apr 10, 2022
    6
    This is like a very safe pizza from a local chain story, except it's made with 30x the extra dough so the customer doesn't go hungry. Decent characters, ok story and combat, fairly linear progression, bland quests with a lot of padding. They tried to change things up story-wise from the original, but tried too hard to be mysterious while not being intriguingly mysterious, people unfamiliarThis is like a very safe pizza from a local chain story, except it's made with 30x the extra dough so the customer doesn't go hungry. Decent characters, ok story and combat, fairly linear progression, bland quests with a lot of padding. They tried to change things up story-wise from the original, but tried too hard to be mysterious while not being intriguingly mysterious, people unfamiliar with the original will likely find it confusing and the motives of the main baddy weak.… Expand
  41. PLAYBOYPIJON
    Apr 8, 2022
    7
    Игра весьма хороша, но это уже какой-то слешер, старая пошаговая боёвка была фишкой фф, некоторые моменты сюжета не ясны (например с котом с короной)
  42. morjito
    Apr 7, 2022
    9
    FF7 Remake is all of those hype and expectations realized! Played the original FF7 and completed all the secrets, so its a bummer that I already know the story. Nonetheless, this remake was still mind-blowing, and am pleasantly surprised with the gorgeous renditions and revised gameplay mechanics.
    The characters look more alive and complete with expressions and superb voice acting,    FF7 Remake is all of those hype and expectations realized! Played the original FF7 and completed all the secrets, so its a bummer that I already know the story. Nonetheless, this remake was still mind-blowing, and am pleasantly surprised with the gorgeous renditions and revised gameplay mechanics.
    The characters look more alive and complete with expressions and superb voice acting, especially Aerith and Tifa. And Midgar, wow just wow, is bustling with life, and the excellent soundtrack complements the various themes and stages. Once you play the game, you just want to continue to see how it will surprise you next. Downside, game is short, probably just 30% of the full story, and the motorbike mini-game is all eye-candy, and it seem confused on whether it wants to be Gran Turismo or GTA. Finished the game, and it was a fun ride, then waiting for the next installment, hopefully PS5 slims will be available at retail by then...    … Expand
  43. nofuxaregiven
    Mar 31, 2022
    10
    Super Mario 64 on the Nintendo 64 is such a good game the music is great the controls are solid but it does feel a little bit wonky and bosses are fun there not to hard or not to easy. It would always be a iconic piece of art and it does have a place in my heart.
  44. Pon3
    Mar 29, 2022
    0
    Ethics department ruined this game They clearly have too much power I thought they were safe from this western bs but it's bad and turned a good game to ****
  45. Yufyn
    Mar 29, 2022
    5
    Un juego muy decepcionante.
    En primer lugar, este juego no es una nueva versión real, sino un reinicio reescrito del original. Y en eso es un poco estafador.
    En segundo lugar, el juego es completamente lineal y el 80% se compone solo de escenas.

    Profundamente decepcionado después de la espera.
  46. tomstark
    Mar 29, 2022
    9
    Un très beau remake dans le genre, le gameplay est très bon l’histoire remaniée ne dérange en rien, je ne met pas 10 à cause des **** bug ou des textures parfois un peu moche.
    Impatient que la suite sorte.
  47. Graphic-Outrage
    Mar 27, 2022
    9
    Fun, challenging combat. Excellent story. Amazing graphics. They took the original story and added to it. This is more like a re-telling. First 4 hours of the original game and they make it into 40 here. Anyone saying Its not the same story must not be paying attention. Worth it if you enjoy fast paced heavily story driven games. Cannot wait for the next release
  48. RULO_182
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    Mi primer final fantasy y no pude elegir mejor. Vaya maravilla. Deseando que salga la segunda parte.
  49. BigMac1988
    Mar 26, 2022
    7
    The plot is very unfriendly to new players. If you don't know anything about the original Final Fantasy 7, you will find the plot abrupt in many parts of the game.
  50. PaleNielsen
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    I played the original but didn't finish and I was probably near the end and I got really excited when this got release because of it. Despite being not the full experience of the FF7 story this is still really good game. I like the combat and the story. Some minor characters are given character development unlike in the original one. I know they might change the story because of whatI played the original but didn't finish and I was probably near the end and I got really excited when this got release because of it. Despite being not the full experience of the FF7 story this is still really good game. I like the combat and the story. Some minor characters are given character development unlike in the original one. I know they might change the story because of what happens but I don't care it's still really good. If you haven't played it you're really missing out.… Expand
  51. elijahlape
    Mar 24, 2022
    9
    This is awesome! I loved every bit of this game, from fun and charming characters to incredibly sassy villains. Got to admit, I've never played FF games before this remake, but I'm hooked. Can't wait to try Intergrade on PS5!
  52. JorchNM
    Mar 23, 2022
    8
    Muy buen juego pero el original está a años luz de distancia. Me esperaba algo más. Eso sí, la parte final del juego es un pasote.
  53. Beavssj3
    Mar 23, 2022
    10
    I fell in love with the Final Fantasy series with FFVI and the original FFVII was my favourite of them all. The remake expanded on the story and made for some fantastic nostalgia, thank you Square.
  54. SuccEvie
    Mar 22, 2022
    9
    The story is paced in a big open world with marvellous and rich architecture and different locations, adding to the world building. In my opinion it's a truly impeccable game for it's time and even though the targeted audience are teens, the game can be seen from a more mature perspective as well. The characters are iconic even to this day, the personalities are rich and rather realisticThe story is paced in a big open world with marvellous and rich architecture and different locations, adding to the world building. In my opinion it's a truly impeccable game for it's time and even though the targeted audience are teens, the game can be seen from a more mature perspective as well. The characters are iconic even to this day, the personalities are rich and rather realistic and they feel like genuine people. Everyone has their strengths and weaknesses and they don't feel one dimensional. One of the many strengths of the game is the music. It was composed by Nobuo Uematsu, and the music is truly touching. The themes match every character perfectly and even adds to their personality even more, you can listen to tifa's theme for example. The boss themes are epic and exiting, listen to one winged angel for example.… Expand
  55. Brekate2011
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    A beautiful return to an epic classic I absolutely cannot wait to play the rest of the releases.
  56. Rats_Off_To_Ya
    Mar 18, 2022
    2
    Visually, just unbelievably amazing coming from a fan of the game. Exiting the apartment to the view of the upper plate and the slums of Sector 7 just simply perfect, and sets the tone for the rest of the perfect visual delivery.

    However, story starts to show some red flags that are first apparent with Sephiroth getting shoved into the story right from the get go. Storyline continues to    Visually, just unbelievably amazing coming from a fan of the game. Exiting the apartment to the view of the upper plate and the slums of Sector 7 just simply perfect, and sets the tone for the rest of the perfect visual delivery.

    However, story starts to show some red flags that are first apparent with Sephiroth getting shoved into the story right from the get go. Storyline continues to get more muddled in the narritive as it gets closer to the end of this first part.

    I'll continue to applaud the visuals and the work the PC mod community has done but not looking forward to the story in parts to come.    … Expand
  57. alexwang
    Mar 18, 2022
    3
    10 for the main story
    -7 for your fxxking mini game
    If you can’t make it well, then don’t make it.
    The trash mini game totally ruined my experience.
  58. BrikWall02
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    one of the greatest games i’ve ever played. and introduced me to a whole new world of games and characters
  59. lilbigplayer
    Mar 10, 2022
    9
    Can't express my hapiness playing this again with everything renewed. Even though there is some graphic issues like doors with poor quality or people poping on the screen out of the ground when you are running in the town (fixed with the ps5 version). It doesn't spoil the experience but could be solved. Looking forward to the last part.
  60. kyle20ellis
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    I've never played a Final Fantasy game but I've heard by many that Final Fantasy VII was one of the most important videogames ever made. Final Fantasy VII Remake was my first game in the series and... oh boy, where do I begin! The story is good in my opinion and even though the ending is divisive, I liked it personally and I think that it's too early to criticize it. The main charactersI've never played a Final Fantasy game but I've heard by many that Final Fantasy VII was one of the most important videogames ever made. Final Fantasy VII Remake was my first game in the series and... oh boy, where do I begin! The story is good in my opinion and even though the ending is divisive, I liked it personally and I think that it's too early to criticize it. The main characters are some of my favorites in a videogame! Most of the side-characters are amazing as well, especially Jessie, Sephiroth and Reno. The combat system is excellent! It's like a combination of Hack 'n' Slash & Turn Based at the same time, there are 4 completely different party members to control, tons of different skills, items and builds to use, it's very deep and organic, it feels awesome and it looks phenomenal! The RPG elements and the Materia system are just wonderful! The bosses are some of the best I've ever encountered in a videogame. The music is fantastic for sure and it fits the visuals perfectly! Visually, this is one of the most beautiful games I've ever played! The lighting, the animations, the textures & the setting are breathtaking! Lastly, the set pieces and the visual representation are the best I've ever seen! Some cutscenes look like they are out of a CGI movie and there are so many jaw-dropping moments! I do have few minor complaints though; the textures look bad at times, some chapters feel significantly longer than they should've been (Chapter 6, Chapter 7, Chapter 11 and Chapter 14), and the side-quests are uninteresting.

    Pros: + Interesting story + Awesome characters + Flawless gameplay + Outstanding set pieces + Incredible music & boss fights + Absolutely gorgeous visuals

    Cons:
    Texture issues
    Minor pacing issues
    Weak side-quests

    Narrative: 7/10 Gameplay: 10/10 Content: 8/10 Characters: 10/10 Music: 10/10 Graphics/Audio: 10/10

    Final Rating: 10/10
    Masterpiece -
    Simply put, Final Fantasy VII Remake is one my favorite videogames of all time and I can't wait for the next installments.

    Do I recommend it?: Yes, to both fans and newcomers.    … Expand
  61. Kindlar
    Mar 8, 2022
    9
    I was excited for the remake, as I loved the original game and was happy with what I received.

    If you are expecting a 1 to 1 matching, no, this is not for you. This is a remake, a rediscover if you would. We know the main story, but how they changed it to allow what they have planned was well done in my opinion. I liked having the time to explore with more characters, I thought    I was excited for the remake, as I loved the original game and was happy with what I received.

    If you are expecting a 1 to 1 matching, no, this is not for you. This is a remake, a rediscover if you would.

    We know the main story, but how they changed it to allow what they have planned was well done in my opinion.

    I liked having the time to explore with more characters, I thought the voice acting was great.

    Some battles I had trouble with on the more difficult settings, but eventually overcame those matches.

    There is one thing I would change if I could, making one character playable, but most of it I wouldn't alter.

    I look forward to the next one.    … Expand
  62. CrackBandicoot
    Mar 7, 2022
    4
    I will never understand why FF13 gets so much flack for being linear, but this game is praised to no end. Sure, this game technically has side quests, but you have to complete them before you move on to the next area or you are never able to complete them. I hate when games do this, and FF7 is no exception.
    The combat is not particularly well done either. It feels like it's trying to be    I will never understand why FF13 gets so much flack for being linear, but this game is praised to no end. Sure, this game technically has side quests, but you have to complete them before you move on to the next area or you are never able to complete them. I hate when games do this, and FF7 is no exception.
    The combat is not particularly well done either. It feels like it's trying to be turn based and real time simultaneously and it just doesn't work. This game's rendition of the AP system is a shallow attempt at making combat similar to the original game. Needing to rack up damage in order to use offensive abilities makes sense, but needing to do this to heal your party doesn't make much sense. In a turn based game you would choose to either deal damage or heal yourself. In this combat system, you have to do both and it makes no sense. This game would be much better if it went all in in either direction. I would prefer turn based combat, but even going all in on the real time combat would've made it better. I may not have liked FF15's combat system, but at least it didn't try to be something it's not, keeping it straightforward.
    Although there are some positives. The different combat styles for each character can keep gameplay unique, which is an upgrade over 15's combat system. The materia system is also fun. There can also be fun character interactions. Cloud has zero personality, which makes him kinda boring, but also creates some funny moments when other characters actual personalities juxtapose with his.
    This game has some pros to it, but not enough to make this game actually enjoyable.    … Expand
  63. Tzol
    Mar 6, 2022
    0
    Un-Fun
    Tedious combat system like FF15
    Repetitive
    Feels like half a game packed with filler.

    Pro's
    Great music.
    Looks good
  64. AcMash
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    I already excited by this game when I was playing the original one in my childhood, this remake is once again re-defined the "remake" of the game. I am really appreciated SQUARE had the "guts" to remake this game without disappointing the old fans and also (I strongly believe!) attracting new fans for the franchise.

    SQUARE had finally achieved to figure the battle system for the new era    I already excited by this game when I was playing the original one in my childhood, this remake is once again re-defined the "remake" of the game. I am really appreciated SQUARE had the "guts" to remake this game without disappointing the old fans and also (I strongly believe!) attracting new fans for the franchise.

    SQUARE had finally achieved to figure the battle system for the new era of FF by advancing the ATB with the ARPG elements.

    The rearranged game music and new-get graphic are awesome as always. Just wonder how the story will be developed in next installation of the Remake    … Expand
  65. DarkwingSchmuck
    Mar 3, 2022
    9
    Somehow, against all odds, Final Fantasy VII Remake came out to be not just good, but *really* good.
    Final Fantasy VII Remake grasps the finer qualities of the original Final Fantasy VII in a way that the previous "Compilation of Final Fantasy VII" never did -- Remake understands that the original succeeded not because of its iconography, but because of its deep themes and strong    Somehow, against all odds, Final Fantasy VII Remake came out to be not just good, but *really* good.
    Final Fantasy VII Remake grasps the finer qualities of the original Final Fantasy VII in a way that the previous "Compilation of Final Fantasy VII" never did -- Remake understands that the original succeeded not because of its iconography, but because of its deep themes and strong characterization.

    Final Fantasy VII Remake also features a completely revamped battle system which rates with the best in the franchise. Despite trading in turn-based for real time action, Remake is still as strategic as ever, and offers up a consistent challenge that even the original can't match.

    It's unfortunate then that this only covers a fraction of the original game's story, though the bar has been set high for whatever comes next; and Final Fantasy VII Remake leaves the door open for some truly exciting possibilities for its next installment.    … Expand
  66. waleed_shihada
    Mar 2, 2022
    5
    I was hoping the remake is the same original FF7 with better graphics so it can be played with the new generation. But I was disappointed. They did a massive effort in graphics which is by the way is the BEST! , but did not introduce to us the all storyline of final fantasy 7 .
    Now I wish if they did a remaster version instead of this.
  67. GamerGoob100
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    My introduction to the series and I was blown away. One of my favorite games of all time because of super fun combat, story, and art design.
  68. briansb
    Feb 28, 2022
    9
    I've always wanted to play Final Fantasy 7, which is amongst the most celebrated of the Final Fantasy games. My first interaction with Final Fantasy was with 4 on the DS and 10 on the PS2, the latter quickly becoming one of my favorite games of all times. There were some highs and lows with the series ever since 10, and the latest main series entry (15) left me worried for what FF wasI've always wanted to play Final Fantasy 7, which is amongst the most celebrated of the Final Fantasy games. My first interaction with Final Fantasy was with 4 on the DS and 10 on the PS2, the latter quickly becoming one of my favorite games of all times. There were some highs and lows with the series ever since 10, and the latest main series entry (15) left me worried for what FF was becoming. When FF7 Remake came out, I was cautiously optimistic that this game would make me fall back in love with the series. The game exceeded my expectations in every way -- a gorgeous story, some of the most well-written characters of the entire FF series, gorgeous graphics and soundtrack, and an engaging and challenging combat system. I can't comment on how this compares to the original entry, but I can promise that any person approaching this game with an open-mind and expectations on what the remake project is trying to achieve, they will thoroughly love the game. My only small bit of criticism is with some unnecessary lulls in the story and action which could have been tightened up in my opinion. Still, only a minor gripe in comparison with the absolutely achievement of a game this is.… Expand
  69. LeoAioria
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    Estou platinando o mesmo e digo vale muito a pena!!!!! tiveram o carinho de colocar detalhes que fãs queriam ver, a cada cena uma nostalgia, foi incrível e continua sendo!!!!

    É o melhor jogo de playstation 4 concerteza, recomendo a todos.
  70. AYESRYU
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Exelent Game no more words,and Amazing change of story line ,this game is a master piece collection
  71. Bobmoiyer2
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    Classic game brought back to life with new technology can't wait for the next parts
  72. lightningalex1
    Feb 22, 2022
    0
    Great story, graphics, characters and gameplay. But the experience is completely ruined by terrible mini-games that are just there to frustrate players. The pull up game is the absolute worst. This shows a clear lack of standards by Square Enix. I have to give a low rating because this is unacceptable.
  73. charls_0404
    Feb 21, 2022
    6
    I played it with high expectations, but it ends up boring me, I completed the game 100%, and I found it very tedious and tiresome. The performances seemed very childish to me. I think it's a very overrated game.
  74. Zentience
    Feb 20, 2022
    8
    A faithful remake with a playful tone that opens up new timelines for the series. Retains the soul of the original but brings it up to speed with a bang of a motorcycle engine. Graphics and gameplay are both a joy but occasional linearity and some padding keep it from being the perfect remake.
  75. RetroGameCO
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos jamás diseñados, excelentes gráficos y una narrativa hermosa
  76. BoltDown
    Feb 16, 2022
    5
    The only thing this game is, is pretty, it's stunningly beautiful and THAT IS IT
    1. This is an interactive movie, there are so many cutscene interruptions that it gets down right annoying. SE can I have some GAME with my video?
    2. Playing on standard combat is pathetic, your NPC companions are dumb as a box of rocks stuck in cement. Give me the old FF& combat style any day over this.    The only thing this game is, is pretty, it's stunningly beautiful and THAT IS IT
    1. This is an interactive movie, there are so many cutscene interruptions that it gets down right annoying. SE can I have some GAME with my video?
    2. Playing on standard combat is pathetic, your NPC companions are dumb as a box of rocks stuck in cement. Give me the old FF& combat style any day over this.
    3, Story plot at points are down right stupid... how your characters don't take action to stop something they bloody well can as they stand there and WATCH! go back to the writing desk and make a sensible story you hacks!
    4. There are no real good spots to farm for xp for level and materia growth... the game seems less RPG then an interactive movie.    … Expand
  77. TitaniumDragon
    Feb 14, 2022
    8
    Final Fantasy VII Remake is a game of highs and lows. An action RPG which is a “remake” of the original Final Fantasy VII, interestingly, not only is it a genre shift from the first game, but the story itself diverges – and the divergence of the story is a major plot point. It expands on the Midgar section of the original game, a section of the game that took about 8 hours to beat, andFinal Fantasy VII Remake is a game of highs and lows. An action RPG which is a “remake” of the original Final Fantasy VII, interestingly, not only is it a genre shift from the first game, but the story itself diverges – and the divergence of the story is a major plot point. It expands on the Midgar section of the original game, a section of the game that took about 8 hours to beat, and turns it into a 40-60 hour long game, all while engaging in a few meta plot twists to keep players familiar with the game guessing how much things will change.

    Unfortunately, this is the heart of the problem of the game: they didn’t know what to expand on, so they expanded on EVERYTHING, even making up a few new sequences. This makes the good parts even bigger and even better, and results in a few new sequences (like a sequence with the Avalanche sidekicks, who were largely a side note in the original game) which really worked well, and added significant characterization – but the game also expanded on the bad parts, resulting in what were previously brief inter-area travel sequences or mini-dungeons becoming two hours long (or longer!) of endless corridors, and some added dungeons that weren’t even in the original game which added nothing to the game but length.

    At its best, it strikes an excellent balance between characterization and humor that was common in 1990s JRPGs, then sort of faded from view. At its worst, it is hours of slogging down corridors and fighting monsters that aren’t very challenging to fight, over and over again.

    The best part of this game is the improvements in characterization. Every single character is more interesting, including the random background Avalanche characters, the Shinra characters, and even the random side characters in the Wall Market. Barret in particular ends up with a sort of almost preacher-esque character, which is really fun to see – doubly so because for all of his bravado and being so big and bad, he’s clearly got issues underneath and is putting on a bit of a show. Tifa’s insecurity comes through much more strongly than it did in the original game, and Cloud ends up with significantly more characterization, being both uncertain and putting on a show of being a badass SOLDIER. Aerith’s personality, too, shines through, with her playful mischief being a major highlight – at least, until she ends up becoming the Cetra Waif, which makes her much less interesting and more subdued (and generic).

    This goes down to the background Avalanche members, who get a lot more characterization, and thus build more of a connection with the player, as well as the random people in Wall Market, including some new characters, including the sadistic masseuse Madam M, a bit character whose interactions with Cloud are absolutely hilarious.

    The introductory sequence, the added characterization for Avalanche members (including a whole chapter that is totally devoted to them), the Aerith meeting all the way through Wall Market, the battle up the pillar to try and defend Sector 7, going up the Shinra building, and the battles at the top of the tower – all of these sequences are improved over the original, and add new context and characterization.

    Unfortunately, this is a game with 18 chapters, and in the end, chapters 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, and 17 all contain very significant padding – meaning that over half the chapters in the game contain significant filler content. Worse, chapters 5, 6, 10, 11, 15, and 17 are basically entirely filler, with the only significant events occurring with the boss fights in them (and sometimes, not even then).

    This is a huge black mark on the game; it is the quality new story content that draws us in, but the vast amount of filler means that it ends up spaced out. Worse, it weakens the story very significantly; half of the game (chapters 5-7, 10 – 12, and 15-18) are all done under very significant time pressure, but each of these three sequences includes not one but *two* filler chapters, where you basically go through a “dungeon” that is just a bunch of corridors or pseudo-corridors. None of these are interesting, and they just bog down the progress of the game while robbing it of the sense of urgency that the pacing of these parts so desperately need.

    Perhaps the saving grace is that the combat of the game is pretty reasonable; while the normal encounters are mostly pretty easy, the game has a few sub-boss type enemies that help mix things up. Moreover, the actual bosses are made much more interesting by the new combat mechanics, and the game is significantly more difficult than the original JRPG – it is not an overly difficult game by any means but the combat is at least interesting.

    Overall, I think this game averages out to decent-to-good, but the really good parts are separated by padding.    … Expand
  78. zyakin
    Feb 13, 2022
    1
    in Russia, the game of the final fantasy series has a huge fan base. The generation of 1995-2005 grew up on them. It's a pity that SQUARE ENIX spits in the face of its loyal fans. Although my assessment will not do anything, but I will no longer be a game for fans of the final fantasy series.
  79. Awanka
    Feb 8, 2022
    8
    Now this is how you remake a game. This is very good, and lives up to its legacy. This remake only covers FF7 up to the crew leaving Midgard, but that's enough, because it greatly expands upon the events of the original. Other than the main story beats, it feels like a different game than FF7, and is a fresh and fun experience. Playing through the game on hard mode was very challengingNow this is how you remake a game. This is very good, and lives up to its legacy. This remake only covers FF7 up to the crew leaving Midgard, but that's enough, because it greatly expands upon the events of the original. Other than the main story beats, it feels like a different game than FF7, and is a fresh and fun experience. Playing through the game on hard mode was very challenging and kept me in rapt attention, because the combat system in this game is very good; an excellent mix of action-oriented and tactical gameplay. I haven't had this much fun in an RPG since Divinity Original Sin 2.

    The reason I can't give it a higher score is that it's a fairly linear experience. This has the benefit of giving focus to the story since you always know what you're doing, but the lack of freedom often feels restrictive, and you get stuff like the shoehorned motorcycle section, or endless corridor levels. It's really close to being a 9 though because the combat and game balance are so good.    … Expand
  80. Oxomo
    Feb 7, 2022
    7
    A disappointing game to play, and not a true Remake at all.
    They have should called Final Fantasy VII Reboot. Because this is basically what the game is, in the end.
    The graphics is excellent, but the exploration is barely minimal, and definitely more similar to a corridor simulator game, rather than a true jrpg...
  81. MoniWhite
    Feb 7, 2022
    8
    Nice graphics, good story, can do a second run on hard mode and grind stats, shame it's not a complete story though
  82. JasonTran
    Feb 7, 2022
    9
    FF7R is a **** great game. But every game has it's fair share of flaws. FF7R biggest flaw for me is that the pacing during some chapters can be a drag.
  83. yoeeeey
    Feb 5, 2022
    2
    Basically made the worst aspects of the original game's story, dialog, and plot and made then even worse. Totally and unabashedly cringe, childish, unnappealing, self-important without substance, and generally lacking a creative purpose other than making revenue gains.

    The graphics and setting are nice. That's my positive note The gameplay relies heavily on handholding and tutorial    Basically made the worst aspects of the original game's story, dialog, and plot and made then even worse. Totally and unabashedly cringe, childish, unnappealing, self-important without substance, and generally lacking a creative purpose other than making revenue gains.

    The graphics and setting are nice. That's my positive note

    The gameplay relies heavily on handholding and tutorial pop-ups that break immersion. Aside from that, combat is unintuitive and frustrating for a number of reasons: bad ai design, bad stun and stagger mechanics that are heavily biased against the player, and yet it's still too easy. It's just not great. Square has not been able to figure out 3D action-oriented gameplay in 20 years, and I really wish they would just abandon that venture and stick to thoughtful strategy.

    I think Square has gone too far into itself and lost touch with its fan base. In fact this game is an open mockery of fans, so much so that it's integrated into the story in a controversial twist that breaks the fourth wall and shatters any chance of immersion. It's a joke, they know it and they're laughing at you for buying it. These people don't appreciate video games as an art form anymore, and really that's just sad. I feel bad for Square. Selling your soul never really works out.

    In conclusion, Final Fantasy VII: Remake is a flamboyant testament of self-sabotage. I wish I could say I had the motivation to stick through to the next release being such a fan of the original, but frankly they lost me on this one. Once these losers get rich they get addicted and they stop caring about what they're doing. Don't enable them, don't give them your money.    … Expand
  84. Under8tedX
    Feb 3, 2022
    3
    I don't know what to really say, apart from i didn't really enjoy it.. I didn't really like the combat system because, its not turn based and it feels more like a hack and slash than anything else. The camera is god awful, the way the camera and cinematics works was really annoying. I mean your trying to walk/look one way, but its dragging you to look in the direction the game intends forI don't know what to really say, apart from i didn't really enjoy it.. I didn't really like the combat system because, its not turn based and it feels more like a hack and slash than anything else. The camera is god awful, the way the camera and cinematics works was really annoying. I mean your trying to walk/look one way, but its dragging you to look in the direction the game intends for you to go. And the story isn't that good either. it all takes part in midgar tho, and i wasn't really hooked on the story, it was kind of boring to be honest (different from the original). There are similarities here and there with the story of the original. But it has really pointless side quests, pointless bosses (most of them) and really a pointless combat engine. Its too chaotic and hectic, too much going on in battles. I think the original FF7 is still a way better game than this one, because at least to me games are not about graphics. I mean why do we play games in the first place? For graphics? or for "GAME PLAY"? This game wasn't too disappointing since i never played it on release. But when i saw it for 10$, i bought it and said "what the hey" why not. Also i should add, it draaaaaaaags on like nothing i have ever played before.Like i said, it all takes place in midgar and it drags on pointlessly, not really adding anything relevant to the story. This really pales in comparison to the original and doesn't even hold a candle to it.… Expand
  85. Harryik
    Feb 2, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Где же Русская локализация? Хотя бы субтитры сделали, почему Sony плевать на своих фанатов???… Expand
  86. andrew51
    Feb 2, 2022
    10
    Прекрасная игра , практически без недостатков . Японщину не очень люблю , но это шедевр
  87. AlexandraNN
    Jan 31, 2022
    10
    The first thing that made me want to try out this game was my love for the final fantasy series, when I heard a remake of the original was coming out I was excited, to play it. It took me a year to get the game and to be honest, I’m happy with my purchase. What I really like about this game is that it follows up the original story, it’s not an exact copy of the original which makes it moreThe first thing that made me want to try out this game was my love for the final fantasy series, when I heard a remake of the original was coming out I was excited, to play it. It took me a year to get the game and to be honest, I’m happy with my purchase. What I really like about this game is that it follows up the original story, it’s not an exact copy of the original which makes it more exciting. All the other RPG games I’ve played (like Genshin Impact and Persona 5) can’t compare to this one. I really recommend this game for people that follow the story of final fantasy and for new fans of the series, having in mind that it’s almost completely different from the original it makes it better for people that already play since it won’t like playing the original all over again but with better graphics.… Expand
  88. sweedsarentppl
    Jan 26, 2022
    9
    You know after playing this game again i have to say that its just really enjoyable and fun. Yeah thats right a video game thats FUN. The interesting characters, stylization/graphics, and the incredible story. And you know what makes this game even better? ITS NEVER CRASHED FOR ME.
    9/10 Totally a must play.
  89. Lucleonhart
    Apr 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 10/10 for chapters 1-17, they stayed at the original and expanded the universe beautifully and 6/10 for chapter 18 because that out-of-this-world ending was just poorly written and does not fit the game. :)… Expand
  90. forsakee
    Jan 22, 2022
    9
    9/10 but little worried for future hope they keep to the original storyline the changes are only negative for me, the combat was one of the best systems ever.
  91. WellEvil
    Jan 19, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game with a huge focus on story, characters, and world-building. I don't remember the last time when the story absorbed me so much. Yes, there are a few bugs here are there, but nothing game-breaking. Usually minor visual glitches.… Expand
  92. Kito_nba
    Jan 17, 2022
    10
    I can recommend because the graphics are good, I like the gameplay with the effects, the story is also very interesting, the loot system is easy to understand, I also played the game on a platinum trophy.
  93. Moriquendi
    Jan 11, 2022
    5
    10
    9 No Doblado al Español pero si al Frances.
    8 Venta a 80€ mismo precio que el resto de países que si trae voces en su idioma. 7 Combate pesado y repetitivo peor que un Devil my cry o un Kingdom Hearts 6 Juego agrandado artificialmente para venderte segunda parte. 5 Port penoso para PC ley del mínimo esfuerzo. 4 Casi dos años exclusivo Ps5 después para pandemic store y cuando les    10
    9 No Doblado al Español pero si al Frances.
    8 Venta a 80€ mismo precio que el resto de países que si trae voces en su idioma.
    7 Combate pesado y repetitivo peor que un Devil my cry o un Kingdom Hearts
    6 Juego agrandado artificialmente para venderte segunda parte.
    5 Port penoso para PC ley del mínimo esfuerzo.
    4 Casi dos años exclusivo Ps5 después para pandemic store y cuando les convenga lo sacaran para steam para sacarse otro tanto de dinero.
    3 El Port a Ps5 es igual de lamentable que el de PC pudiendo poner un parche para que funcione a 120hz
    2 Han Cambiado la Historia original.
    1 El mejor villano de todos los tiempos que ni siquiera sabia el nombre de cloud ahora es un acosador con cara de pervertido sexual, sale al principio mediados y al final del juego.    … Expand
  94. UltanCombo
    Jan 10, 2022
    4
    I don't think I'm going to make any friends here by saying this is a poor game. Theres parts of me that loves this game but the combat is terrible. Hated every fight and every boss battle. I dreaded a boss battle. When ever there was a boss battle I had to mentally prepare myself for the ordeal. Never was there a time I found any combat enjoyable. If you enjoy this type of combat I reallyI don't think I'm going to make any friends here by saying this is a poor game. Theres parts of me that loves this game but the combat is terrible. Hated every fight and every boss battle. I dreaded a boss battle. When ever there was a boss battle I had to mentally prepare myself for the ordeal. Never was there a time I found any combat enjoyable. If you enjoy this type of combat I really don't understand how.

    The world and the environment is fantastic. The characters are brilliant. These elements were the only things that kept me playing. Without these elements at the level of polish they are at I think this game gets a three or a two. But they are carrying this game to a four.

    This is a game and has to be rated as a game first and a story second and as a game its poor. I couldn't bare to go near this again    … Expand
  95. svonton
    Jan 9, 2022
    9
    i'm love Square Enix and games that they create, so Final Fantasy VII Remake is not an exception. Now i will tell why i think so. Firstly visual part of this game is awesome as cutscenes as gameplay one and that on old PlayStation 4 with no so cool hardware u know. what really amazed me that camera work and settings in cutscenes it doesn't look like ordinary game cutscenes it feel likei'm love Square Enix and games that they create, so Final Fantasy VII Remake is not an exception. Now i will tell why i think so. Firstly visual part of this game is awesome as cutscenes as gameplay one and that on old PlayStation 4 with no so cool hardware u know. what really amazed me that camera work and settings in cutscenes it doesn't look like ordinary game cutscenes it feel like real film or movie or whatever. and chapter 9 with honey bee moment it greatest thing that i ever saw in video games during all time im played video games (who played that definitely will agree with me =D). so lets dive into gameplay actually it's slasher with bullet time during this time you can give some commands to your crew (probably that genre has some name but it described it as i did) actually all your timeates have their own wepons and each wepons have different tree of skills and special ability (that you can learn while using this weapon and after it you can use this ability with another weapon). also you can add more skills by rainbow orbs that give some kind of magic to your character. another great thing of this game is sound and music is also great (but chapter 9 main theme is sucks as heck) music perfectly suits to all thing that you can see on your screen (one more time except chapter 9 =D i hate it =D). so the last part is a plot and yeah i don't get it =D at all =D probably the middle part of the game i can say that i understand but first 2 chapters and last 2 it only brings me buch of questions like: "who this people?", "why thei do that thing?", "when it hepen?" and moreever. but actually i cant say that plot is bad in this game probably it's just me maybe i was concentrated on plot while playing or something else. So in conclusion will i recommend this game ? and answer is yes (probably i recommend all games of Square Enix =D) if you looking for something with interesting plot/gameplay/sound/characters that game is your choice.… Expand
  96. dr_zoidberg590
    Jan 7, 2022
    5
    I really wanted to love this, but it's dull and repetiive, with depressing uninspired environments, constantly slowing your walk speed to a ludicrous crawl just to pad the game out, music is westernised and boring except the 'discs' you pick up which you can't hear properly just through a tin-y filter effect. background characters talk over each other so you can't hear anything said. CloudI really wanted to love this, but it's dull and repetiive, with depressing uninspired environments, constantly slowing your walk speed to a ludicrous crawl just to pad the game out, music is westernised and boring except the 'discs' you pick up which you can't hear properly just through a tin-y filter effect. background characters talk over each other so you can't hear anything said. Cloud is not likeable and none of the characters are well voice acted or scripted in the english dub in my opinion. The game simply isn't fun, or if it is it's fun for 30 seconds then back to walking down a long corridor for 25 minutes. They should not have released this as seperate games but as one game and not padded it out. Let's hope the next parts are a big improvement.… Expand
  97. dotdotdot1
    Jan 3, 2022
    9
    It's a wonderful game. I enjoyed most part of it. I'll be patiently waiting for the next part.
  98. Mexicancritic22
    Jan 3, 2022
    0
    I dont understand why did they make cloud a wack character and tell the story diffrent from the original
  99. GallusUpstart
    Jan 3, 2022
    3
    What a wasted opportunity. I find this game so dull with absolutely terrible pacing with my overall experience of this game being of frustration and boredom.

    Sure the graphics are great, but what’s the point in beautiful graphics when the world is lifeless and not interactive, or, that those graphics are locked behind poorly hidden loading screen areas? Sure, the combat CAN be thrilling,    What a wasted opportunity. I find this game so dull with absolutely terrible pacing with my overall experience of this game being of frustration and boredom.

    Sure the graphics are great, but what’s the point in beautiful graphics when the world is lifeless and not interactive, or, that those graphics are locked behind poorly hidden loading screen areas? Sure, the combat CAN be thrilling, but 90% of the time it feels messy. I’ve never felt in control of a combat situation. It’s so tightly ‘on the rails’ that it feels like a VR experience. There is almost 0 exploration because the gaming areas are so small. The voice acting and dialogue are terrible, childish and irritating. The RPG elements are so shallow and a bit pointless. Levelling up weapons with SP points? Sounds great, if you had any incentive to chose a progression path, but you just have to select ALL of the upgrades so what’s the point? Same as equipment, it’s just generic “next version is better” drivel. All of this was fine 20 years ago but not anymore. I think the worst thing about this game is the wasted opportunity. We all know and love the ff7 story, the world and the lore; so why not let us experience it from a new angle? Why not have midgar be an open world experience? Why not have a job/class system? Why not have mechanics for interacting with the world? *sigh* it’s just another lazy game with a premium price tag and I’m not looking forward to any of its expansions or future FF remakes….    … Expand
  100. LunarAcademy
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    FFVII remake is one of those games I wish I could experience for the first time again. From the beautiful visuals, amazing soundtrack, and engaging battle systems, it’s just so damn fun. It’s everything I’ve ever looked for in a game and I can’t wait to see how part 2 plays out
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Critic score distribution:
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  2. Mixed: 10 out of 126
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  1. GameMAG
    Sep 14, 2020
    90
    Final Fantasy VII Remake is the game we've been waiting for from Square Enix for so long. Atmospheric, interesting and exciting all your attention modern jRPG with an interesting story and spectacular battles. To achieve the ideal, the project only needs more even graphics and all the content from the original release. If you were waiting for a turn-based classic with new graphics you will most likely be disappointed, since the game has changed a lot. Everyone else is happy with the release of the first really powerful single-player release from the internal Square Enix studio for many years. Especially after the failure of Final Fantasy XV.
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  2. Riot Pixels
    Aug 20, 2020
    80
    A good remake of the introductory part of the cult-favorite Final Fantasy VII. It improves on the original game in almost all aspects, yet lacks in scale and drops the ball at the very end.
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  3. Finger Guns
    Aug 10, 2020
    90
    What matters is still intact, and that’s the heart and soul of one of the greatest stories in video game history. It’s a return to form that has felt a long time in coming, and what’s even better is that there’s still at least two more games of this quality to come...They can’t mess this up, can they?
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