Final Fantasy VII Remake

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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8148 Ratings

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  1. friedtofu1992
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    All of the negative comments seem to misunderstand the term 'remake'. A remake(just as far as the definition goes) isn't constricted by the original source; while a 'remaster' as they're currently known are. This is a through and through reMAKE of Final Fantasy 7 and I've enjoyed the first 12 hours of it since it was released in my time zone to a great degree.

    Since it seems to almost    All of the negative comments seem to misunderstand the term 'remake'. A remake(just as far as the definition goes) isn't constricted by the original source; while a 'remaster' as they're currently known are. This is a through and through reMAKE of Final Fantasy 7 and I've enjoyed the first 12 hours of it since it was released in my time zone to a great degree.

    Since it seems to almost be mandatory, yes, I too, played the original Final Fantasy 7 when I was younger. I don't think it's fair to even compare the two unless you're talking about anything other than story as the core gameplay (active time battle) incorporates real-time fluid combat with a mix that you have control over to slow time to a crawl and choose your next move. The game even offers a 'classic' mode that of course isn't going to be the same as FF7, but it pauses combat between moves so that you can strategically string them together more akin to the original.

    I have a strong feeling, though I won't accuse anyone with a negative comment, that they're angry because of the changes to the story and to a larger degree the ending. I feel like that's a totally warranted response, but going back to my first paragraph, this re*make* will likely continue to share the core story; however loosely that may be.

    I enjoy FF7 Remake *for what it is*, and it does what it set out to do perfectly, the narrative may not be quite what I was expecting, but I also didn't expect it to be a 1:1 copy of the original either. What I love most about FF7 Remake is the way they've created this hybrid combat system of ARPGs and traditional turn-based RPGs into something I think we will see more often in other games or systems resembling it.

    Also I agree with many other reviewers in that there are some nagging details such as the texture streaming, atypical map that can be hard to navigate in some areas in particular, and a great OST that I would expect out of the majority of Square Enix created games.    … Expand
  2. Akzel
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Great game so far! I've played around 7 hours and I can see every little moment I used to play when I was little bit with a lot of content all around it that add a lot a information about secondary characters. The game bring more depth to the original story. I was like "oh wow this is the place I remember" I must have finished Final Fantasy VII original more than 10 times and playing thisGreat game so far! I've played around 7 hours and I can see every little moment I used to play when I was little bit with a lot of content all around it that add a lot a information about secondary characters. The game bring more depth to the original story. I was like "oh wow this is the place I remember" I must have finished Final Fantasy VII original more than 10 times and playing this remake is an absolute blast. I read peoples saying bad things about not being a proper remake and not faithful to the source material.. Well they probably don't know what they are talking about because that game got everything so far with extra. Now stop reading reviews and go play the game and have your proper opinion about it.… Expand
  3. Drumjod
    Jul 4, 2020
    10
    As a fan of the series since FF4, FF7 is tied with FF6 as my favorite. My expectations were set to mediocre / decent based on the recent entries as far back as FF13. I did not previously have faith in Tetsuya Nomura to do this remake justice as a director based on other titles he is associated with, especially the Kingdom Hearts series.

    I'm happy to say that this game went far above and    As a fan of the series since FF4, FF7 is tied with FF6 as my favorite. My expectations were set to mediocre / decent based on the recent entries as far back as FF13. I did not previously have faith in Tetsuya Nomura to do this remake justice as a director based on other titles he is associated with, especially the Kingdom Hearts series.

    I'm happy to say that this game went far above and beyond anything I could have expected. At first I was not a fan of the 'plot ghosts' and have never enjoyed it when writers use destiny as an excuse for nonsensical plot points. Final Fantasy 7 Remake, however, gives the finger to destiny and is actually pretty mind blowing once you start to understand the finer points of the ending and hints you might notice on a second play-through. This game created a massive rabbit hole of theory and speculation among YouTubers such as Final Fantasy Peasant, Maximilian Dood, and Sleepezi, and I couldn't be more excited for the next installment. I now have a lot of confidence in Kitase, Nomura, and their team to give most of us fans an incredible experience that we've been craving.

    The flaws of a few low res textures and a little bit of padding are far outweighed by the deep and excellent combat system, great voice acting and cut scene direction, and soundtrack. The music was absolutely incredible with far more tracks than I've ever experienced in a game. Overall the experience was easily a 10/10 masterpiece for me.    … Expand
  4. Nitja
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece!
  5. sdfsdfaid
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ohne fine Game to Play. Very atmosphärisch. Animation Grande. Reminds of FF7.… Expand
  6. MANDIRIGMA
    Jun 18, 2021
    10
    I was one of the unlucky ones that didn't get to play the original. The remake was magnificent in every aspect. I've enjoyed playing it and was awed by the graphics. Nicely done.
  7. Mekalist
    May 2, 2020
    10
    I was gonna give a 8,5 because it is my honest opinion but there are people trying to forcefully make it a bad score just because they are disappointed to a point where they give it a 0.
    It's not a perfect game, its not even a perfect remake but it definitely doesn't deserve a bad score.
    The story is extended maybe too much and some new characters shouldn't even exist but I think most of    I was gonna give a 8,5 because it is my honest opinion but there are people trying to forcefully make it a bad score just because they are disappointed to a point where they give it a 0.
    It's not a perfect game, its not even a perfect remake but it definitely doesn't deserve a bad score.
    The story is extended maybe too much and some new characters shouldn't even exist but I think most of the game is positive, especially the combat system and some changes to equipment system.
    If you are a fan of the game from the beginning just buy it, we waited too much time for this to throw it away with bad reviews, they will improve on the second and third based on this one, believe me    … Expand
  8. monks99
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This is going to be a contender for game of the year. Amazing gameplay.. amazing graphics. The best final fantasy game ever made.
  9. TangoFan
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Um grupo de “terroristas” Socialistas se reúnem para destruir uma mega corporação que está destruindo o planeta. Ancaps e Neo-Liberais não vão gostar desse jogo.

    História - 9
    Gráficos - 10
    Música - 9
    Gameplay -10
  10. azules88
    Apr 19, 2020
    10
    I found the video game amazing. Graphics, sound and soundtrack of 10. The story with lots of emotion and the best Final Fantasy combat system.
  11. Kapilux
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    TLDR: One of the best games I have ever played!

    The writing is fantastic! The characters are brilliant! The gameplay is top notch! The graphics are amazing! The soundtrack is absolutely phenomenal! The cutscenes are mind-bogginly amazing! The encounter and enemy design are outstanding!

    Don't miss out on this incredible, fascinating and marvelous experience. B U Y I T NOW! :D
  12. smartinezmb
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    Excellent reimagining, addicting combat and complex character customization, engaging story.
  13. Ldt1
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    As a massive fan of the original FF7 I was so excited about the remake but very quickly we all heard about the revamped battle system which i was very disheartened to hear, I didnt like lightning returns and although i enjoyed ff15 i thought the battle system let it down, I admit im a hardcore fan of the classic atb menu based turn based battle system and was almost annoyed knowing howAs a massive fan of the original FF7 I was so excited about the remake but very quickly we all heard about the revamped battle system which i was very disheartened to hear, I didnt like lightning returns and although i enjoyed ff15 i thought the battle system let it down, I admit im a hardcore fan of the classic atb menu based turn based battle system and was almost annoyed knowing how successful and good games like persona 5 and dragonquest 11 were, but Iam very happy to say I was worried for no reason the battle system works superbly, with quick, responsive real time combat mixed with optional menus for abilities / magic etc, you can use button shortcuts but i played on normal and used the tactical menus and I loved it even a couple of hours in i was quickly switching between chars to chain attacks and heal, they have finally mastered a mix of classic and new and once mastered its so much fun and still just as tactical as battles used to be, square has done an amazing job with it, ok there are some deviations from the base ps1 game as they have included bits of everything from the ff7 'universe' from advent children/ crisis core/ dirge etc and im fine with that I love all the games and advent children is superb in my opinion, so i was very happy, this is obviously just upto leaving Midgar and again im totally fine with that when the game comes out at this quality, but this is obviously subjective to each person, but it does play like a full game and doesn't feel half done, i wont talk about the story as i dont want to do spoilers but as a hardcore ff7 fan i loved what they have done, and omg i fell in love with all the chars , even ones like jessie/ biggs which did not take a big part in the original i loved and actually ended up caring about and they really expand on the chars and their backstories. The world looks amazing running round / midgar/ sector 5/ wall market is stunning and so much fun as a fan, how they have brought what used to b a few hand drawn screens to life in 3d is epic, and omg this game looks amazing, on ps4 pro it runs beautifully i havent noticed any slowdown/ frame drops, very nice use of hdr as well, i dont know if it all runs in native 4k you would need to check digital foundry's review for that, the game does follow a story path but is no where near as linear as ff13, there are multiple opportunities to run around doing typical jrpg side quests etc, and the game will warn you multiple times are you sure you want to go on, i have heard people say they ran through the story in 25-30 hours, me doing majority side quest things etc my first play time was 45-50 hours, and there is alot left i want to go back and do, you level up like in all jrpgs, you also level materia up like in the original with AP and u can learn abilities from weapons and level up the weapons as well with a crystarium style grid, it all works fine. Ok and i left the best to last the music/ soundtrack is nothing short of a masterpiece, it is literally one of the best game soundtracks ever from new stuff to 'remakes' multiple times i just sat there with the menu open just to sit and listen its unbelievably good! If you are a fan of the original and worried about the battle system I would say check out the demo, if you know you will be fine with combat and are a fan just get it you will love it, ignore the trolls let them go back to the 10th or whatever cod with no changes they pay 60 for.........
    Graphics/ Visuals 10/10
    Music 100/10 ...:P 10/10
    Storyline 10/10
    Playability 10/10
    10!    … Expand
  14. Dafuzz
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    Final Fantasy 7 Remake is one of the best games I have ever played.

    Calling it amazing is simply not doing it justice. So much love went into its creation and I enjoyed every second of it, hoping it would never end. I even felt real emotion while playing, I have smiled from ear to ear or even shed tears, because the writing and presentation are just that good. The combat design is    Final Fantasy 7 Remake is one of the best games I have ever played.

    Calling it amazing is simply not doing it justice. So much love went into its creation and I enjoyed every second of it, hoping it would never end. I even felt real emotion while playing, I have smiled from ear to ear or even shed tears, because the writing and presentation are just that good. The combat design is excellent and will certainly become a standard in the years to come.

    My mild expectations were blown straight out the window and I can hardly wait for the next installment. You did it, Square Enix!    … Expand
  15. KagerouShinobi
    Apr 14, 2020
    10
    An expanded reimagining of the events of the original game. However be warned, this is a "reimagining" kind of Remake. Which means things are not 100% like in the original game. Regardless, it's practically perfect.
  16. JAX85
    Jul 10, 2020
    10
    This Game is Amazing !!! Best PS4 Game in 2020 !! Deep and Awesome Story between all video games! Cool & Innovative gameplay , Perfect Sound and Graphic !!
  17. kellcooz
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    The battle system looks like an update version of FF12 with elements from FF13 & FF15 mixed in. The graphics are fantastic as expected, a long standing trademark from Square Enix. The story though, even if still good in it's own merit, takes a page from STAR TREK 2009 Reboot... having the events of the original FF7 altered with a potential different timeline twist that may have the fatesThe battle system looks like an update version of FF12 with elements from FF13 & FF15 mixed in. The graphics are fantastic as expected, a long standing trademark from Square Enix. The story though, even if still good in it's own merit, takes a page from STAR TREK 2009 Reboot... having the events of the original FF7 altered with a potential different timeline twist that may have the fates of each beloved character reach a different conclusion altogether. Regardless, FF7 Remake is doing a great job bringing the Final Fantasy brand back to upper echelons of the gaming world.… Expand
  18. Reckonix
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    Absolutely amazing. The soundtrack, the combat, the story, everything is good. Even if you've never played FF7 ever, you'll still love this game.
  19. rosnk30
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    Well, I never wrote another review before end a entire game, so with he i will be different.

    Can I would says that I played he in original FFVII era, release and any kind of impressions I felt in that age and how amazing was but I doesnt this because its desnecessary. Two games that was created in two diferents era .... if I compare, I choose psx version just because's more    Well, I never wrote another review before end a entire game, so with he i will be different.

    Can I would says that I played he in original FFVII era, release and any kind of impressions I felt in that age and how amazing was but I doesnt this because its desnecessary.

    Two games that was created in two diferents era .... if I compare, I choose psx version just because's more nostalgic...

    In fact I doesnt beat FF7 remake yet, but I played enough to say that's masterpiece! This new game try catch more about characters that is secondary of the first one FF7 without looses main story....

    Perhaps my bad impressions's about the game's it is he be sells separated....so I thinks that director (I know that was did for get more bucks) do this trying copying the FF7 original that was with 3 CDs,,,

    Well, its amazing game....    … Expand
  20. guilhermes
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hoje em dia poucos jogos conseguem causar a sensação que cada minuto de FFVII remake causou em mim, tudo se encaixa tão bem como se fosse uma sinfonia em que que você se deleita em cada nota, os gráficos como a narrativa avança os gráficos tudo se junta em uma das melhores experiências que eu já tive como jogos… Expand
  21. Braniegk
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Once finished I can say it's a perfect mix, respect for the original and probably a new beginning. I love it.… Expand
  22. Spire8901
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    I played the original when I was 17. I'm 39 now. I loved it then, with over 130h of play time in the original, I love it now. It does move a bit slow at times but this was true for the original as well. Its only until the vast world is truly revealed (remake part 2) that gain an appreciation that first episode's purpose is fuller understood. My hat is off to Square. Job well done. TheI played the original when I was 17. I'm 39 now. I loved it then, with over 130h of play time in the original, I love it now. It does move a bit slow at times but this was true for the original as well. Its only until the vast world is truly revealed (remake part 2) that gain an appreciation that first episode's purpose is fuller understood. My hat is off to Square. Job well done. The game is fun and detailed. The story is engrossing as it ever was. The characters are so much better understood now and its fun. Simply fun! Can't wait for the next release.… Expand
  23. Vedove
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    The game is everything that i expected since i played it for the first time in 1999, the enviroment is more imersive, the sound track os amazing. The real time battle Works great, i say its funny like turn battle. I think square did a amazing JOB
  24. Daimoz
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    Awesome game ,i really enjoy it ,awesome entry in FF games ,looking forward for part 2!
  25. devchaos
    Aug 15, 2020
    10
    The game has gorgeous models and effects. The story awesome too. I love this game.
  26. Chiko_Tech
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Nostalgia is a heck of a drug and this game do everything for me as a Final Fantasy fan.
  27. amuadr1
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    The people giving this game less than a 10 must be drunk, easily the best game out since skyrim, for me it surpasses even Skyrim, and thats saying alot since i have well over a thousand hours on skyrim. Seriously you play for the experience, people who give 8 or less must have skipped all the cutscenes. Seriously the story is so rich and in the remaster its all so much more clear than inThe people giving this game less than a 10 must be drunk, easily the best game out since skyrim, for me it surpasses even Skyrim, and thats saying alot since i have well over a thousand hours on skyrim. Seriously you play for the experience, people who give 8 or less must have skipped all the cutscenes. Seriously the story is so rich and in the remaster its all so much more clear than in the original, Voice acting is 12-13/10 best ive ever experienced, would jack off in public honestly just to get in 1 mounth earlier if i knew it was going to be this good.… Expand
  28. Rivaldo84
    May 9, 2020
    10
    Final fantasy 7 remake it’s my first game from series,just 2 words to describe “just amazing”,i don’t know guys why are u rating this masterpiece with ZERO,really?it’s not fair,pls don’t do it
  29. valeriogamer
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    FF VII Remake, é um jogo pedido pelos fãs da série FF há muito tempo, desde seu sucesso estrondoso em 97 que revolucionou o gênero RPG aqui no Ocidente, foi a porta de entrada para muitos JRPGs e também para a série FF.
    A Square Enix deu um gostinho para os fãs com uma demo na época de PS3,e finalmente em 2015 na PlayStation Experience anunciou o Remake.
    O jogo original que era em    FF VII Remake, é um jogo pedido pelos fãs da série FF há muito tempo, desde seu sucesso estrondoso em 97 que revolucionou o gênero RPG aqui no Ocidente, foi a porta de entrada para muitos JRPGs e também para a série FF.
    A Square Enix deu um gostinho para os fãs com uma demo na época de PS3,e finalmente em 2015 na PlayStation Experience anunciou o Remake.
    O jogo original que era em batalha em turno, foi modernizado com o mesmo sistema visto em jogos como a série Kingdom Hearts e FF XV, em que você tem que ter muita calma antes de atacar e não por ser um Action RPG que não há estratégia. Os gráficos estão ainda mais superiores visto em FF XV de 2016, apesar de ter gráficos lindos há algumas partes do cenário do jogo que são mal renderizados, mas claro que uma patch possa concertar isso futuramente.
    Na questão da história, alguns pontos crucias da trama foram mudados por ser uma reimaginação do jogo original, assim como o Remake de Resident Evil, ele não será 100% fiel ao jogo original, mas isso é uma questão que depende muito do jogador se acha bom ou não.
    Uma escolha polêmica da Square Enix, foi decidido fazer FF VII em partes, similar ao jogo original por causa da limitação da época, a Square decidiu fazer isso para não cortar conteúdo. Mas não se engane que por causa disso o jogo será curto, em compensação a isso, há muitas horas de gameplay. E o jogo está no tamanho de um FF normal.
    Somando tudo, Final Fantasy VII Remake é um dos grandes jogos de 2020, e um forte candidato em algumas categorias no Game of Year de 2020, e um dos melhores RPGs já feitos pra essa geração.    … Expand
  30. Ryuzen
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    This game is amazing. Gameplay 10, OST 10, Story 10, Graphic 9.
    I played the first final fantasy 7 over and over again and I fully accept the changes made to the story.
    It was an emotion to take on the role of Cloud again.
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#8 Best PS4 Game of 2020
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#5 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2020
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#4 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2020

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 126 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 116 out of 126
  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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