Final Fantasy VII Remake

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8.1

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  1. Geraldo3Good
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    My personal GOTY, both this one and the original game are some of my all time favorite games.

    The soundtrack (seriously listen to the Airbuster theme), the gameplay, the boss battles, the voice acting, everything is perfect.

    A lot of people may not like the ending but I think it was pretty decent and sets up a lot of potentially interesting plot lines.
  2. Headwound
    Jul 23, 2020
    9
    As a fan of the og ff7 I really enjoyed playing this one and like the new twists in the game plus the graphics are amazing looking forward to part 2
  3. RogMicLove
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    As a fan of the OG, I absolutely loved this game. It’s everything I wanted from a remake. The gameplay is fun, characters are as iconic as I remember them, and is the best Final Fantasy we’ve had in more than a decade.

    Some of my problems include some texture issues in the slums areas, it’s episodic structure makes this one feels incomplete, and it’s not as friendly to newcomers as I hope    As a fan of the OG, I absolutely loved this game. It’s everything I wanted from a remake. The gameplay is fun, characters are as iconic as I remember them, and is the best Final Fantasy we’ve had in more than a decade.

    Some of my problems include some texture issues in the slums areas, it’s episodic structure makes this one feels incomplete, and it’s not as friendly to newcomers as I hope it would be. A lot of it’s charm is admittedly due to nostalgia. It worked on me, though.    … Expand
  4. Epione
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    Fantastic! Paying tribute to the original as well as making it in to a newer version, well done!
    Can't wait for part two!
  5. eggknight
    Jul 29, 2020
    9
    The daunting task of remaking a cherished classic was almost an impossible challenge. Square Enix has done a commendable job at recreating the game to look and feel like how my imagination interpreted the original game from the 1990s. The music is simply perfect. The characters are further developed, and the Midgar world feels much more lively. The combat system is a great mix of activeThe daunting task of remaking a cherished classic was almost an impossible challenge. Square Enix has done a commendable job at recreating the game to look and feel like how my imagination interpreted the original game from the 1990s. The music is simply perfect. The characters are further developed, and the Midgar world feels much more lively. The combat system is a great mix of active and turn-based strategy, and especially on hard mode encouraged me to really think about how to approach each battle. The dialogue was unexpectedly cheesy, and the I found the side quests somewhat of a chore. The narrow hallways for travelling the world felt very restrictive, more than some standard linear games. The story was acceptable, but I felt there were too many unexplained references to the original, and newer fans would be completely lost on the important connections. Overall great experience, and I look forward to the sequel.… Expand
  6. Lynchzinho
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    Pure nostalgia! Takes me back to when I was 12 years old, discussing how to beat Ruby & Emrald weapons with some friends at school. Graphics are great, music is great, the story is great, the combat system is great. Obviously they have expanded on the story and stretched whats took a couple of hours of gameplay in the original and expanded on the details. I actually like that they're doingPure nostalgia! Takes me back to when I was 12 years old, discussing how to beat Ruby & Emrald weapons with some friends at school. Graphics are great, music is great, the story is great, the combat system is great. Obviously they have expanded on the story and stretched whats took a couple of hours of gameplay in the original and expanded on the details. I actually like that they're doing this game over a series to do it justice. My only issue so to speak is that it wasn't open world so to speak. In a couple of places the pacing seemed a bit off. But overall it's great. Usually when I complete a game I am done with it, but I'd reccomend anyone to replay this one again on hard mode, which unlocks after you complete it. This separates the men from the boys, and is the way it's meant to be played! No items can be used, MP doesn't replenish when resting, and the enemies are much tougher. You keep everything you got in your first play through, and it unlocks unique challenges in the combat arena which some get pretty tough. I'm not one for trophy hunting Usually either, but because it was so good on hard mode I made sure I got the platinum trophy. Would highly recommend to anyone who liked the original!… Expand
  7. JoshuaWilsonArt
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    This may be my favorite FF game. It’s right up there with FFX. I really hope they don’t rush the story. I enjoyed having the time to build a love for the characters. The time spent with them really helped to me to get invested in their struggles. I can see myself really growing attached. I hope they continue this amazing quality and story telling. I can’t wait to play the sequel on the PS5!
  8. Tsunowa
    Aug 9, 2020
    9
    I not played the original game, so I can't talk about of how good was the remake and history modifications, but as a person who was introduced to Final Fantasy franchise by this game, I can say that was a wonderful experience, history, characters, such a good soundtrack, and the combat was so fun! A must play for PS4 owners.
  9. vvv123
    Jan 25, 2021
    9
    I never played the original so I'm not judging it based on it being a remake. Spent about 34 hours playing. I enjoyed the gameplay, the story, the visuals/graphics and the cutscenes. The soundtrack was amazing, the best I've heard in a game and I still enjoy listening to it! The world felt very immersive and alive. Having markers for quests, and less filler quests, would have saved someI never played the original so I'm not judging it based on it being a remake. Spent about 34 hours playing. I enjoyed the gameplay, the story, the visuals/graphics and the cutscenes. The soundtrack was amazing, the best I've heard in a game and I still enjoy listening to it! The world felt very immersive and alive. Having markers for quests, and less filler quests, would have saved some time. Chapter 9 was quite boring and sometimes the pacing was slow. The last couple of chapters were quite drawn out with the bosses but was a good challenge! The ending was very confusing for me and it would have been better if it was explained who Sephiroth was earlier. If you are new to FF, as a stand alone game the ending might be underwhelming so this is the main reason I decreased the score. Besides these minor negatives I enjoyed the game, I felt I was on a journey with the characters and wouldn't mind replaying because I loved the story and didn't do everything. Really looking forward to part 2!… Expand
  10. nexus151196
    Mar 29, 2021
    9
    Не знаком с оригиналом, но, ремейк очень понравился. Игра , конечно, не без недостатков( привет скрин верхнего Мидгара на весь экран в шакальном качестве), но, это почти не портит ощущений и не сильно мешает погружению. Персонажи тут очень живые и колоритные, графика - отличная, порой просто любуешься сценами и кадрами. Музыка - в плейлисте , особенно мелодия из ночного рандеву с Айрис( сНе знаком с оригиналом, но, ремейк очень понравился. Игра , конечно, не без недостатков( привет скрин верхнего Мидгара на весь экран в шакальном качестве), но, это почти не портит ощущений и не сильно мешает погружению. Персонажи тут очень живые и колоритные, графика - отличная, порой просто любуешься сценами и кадрами. Музыка - в плейлисте , особенно мелодия из ночного рандеву с Айрис( с одноименным названием). Постановка 10/10 , без комментариев. Сюжет - интересный и захватывающий( параллельно читал фэндом по 7 части). На прохождение со всеми побочными квестами ушло почти 40 часов(без фарма арены, выбил только Шиву)В общем жду продолжения, игра - мастхэв.… Expand
  11. Simpson_761
    Jan 31, 2021
    8
    Not a fan of the combat system. It definitely grew on me towards the end of the game. Absolutely HATE the materia system and not having an ability to have a fast way to change just before a fight. Can defijitely feel the slowdown in some sections to drag this out to a full game. Loved the ending. Looking forward to the next obe.
  12. Abc1234
    Dec 27, 2020
    0
    Animation sucks.

    Hit box sucks.

    I don't mind if the game is split into 2 parts, but midgar only is pushing it.

    90% of ff7 cut out just to sell it to you as a seperate game.

    To make up for the cut content, they pad it out. Like really pad it out. A 5 to 10 minutes location is now an hour long.

    I do not recommend this if you liked the OG FF7. It is a spit to the face from square enix.
  13. chachinito
    Mar 4, 2021
    10
    nice game nice game nice game nice game nice game nice game nice game nice game
  14. omniface
    Mar 7, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. final fantasy 2020 only

    pros
    good graphics
    good fighting system
    good story mode
    good added plot

    cons
    laggy
    final fantasy games are not perfect    … Expand
  15. Hazelnut900
    Mar 8, 2021
    10
    This game its my first time playing but my oh my what a masterpiece!!! It is a must play!
  16. regalrealm
    Mar 11, 2021
    10
    THE PERFECT REMAKE!!! Sephiroth is here and I'm speechless, the artwork is simply outstanding.
  17. Yogutkaboom_
    Mar 13, 2021
    10
    This games is sooooooo gooood comparing to ffxv this games is absolutely lit
  18. aerithfun
    Mar 15, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game and an improvment from the original the characters aswell as the soundtrack are fleshed out and characters like jessce get some attention to make you attached to them the graphics are incredible especially in cutscenes. the story is supposed to be an alternate universe the ghosts try to do everything to keep the future like the original and our main cast wants to change it… Expand
  19. ElvisHo
    Mar 15, 2021
    10
    This is an excellent game that I think which remind me of FF7 in 1997 when I was a child. The characters are exactly the same I though it would be! The fight mechanism is beautifully done, and the resolutions of the game is just tremendous. The open-cliffed ending is also excellent since we players can talk about it after this game!
  20. rubensvalentim
    Mar 24, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Grande jogo, game play divertido, a história até o fim do game bem fiel, oi seja não tem como ser ruim.

    Só não merece 10 pq no fim do jogo de obrigam a lutar contra o Sephiroth que ao meu ver foi um anti-climax pq ele é o último inimigo do jogo, mas como essa é a parte 1 do game ele teve que estar mega fraco pra vc conseguir lutar, oi seja, suaram esse final.    … Expand
  21. 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.
  22. terriblejustter
    Apr 20, 2020
    0
    Its basically a $60 cgi movie. There's about 15 hours of gameplay, most of it is running down hallways.
    RENT DO NOT BUY
  23. arizonagreg
    Apr 13, 2020
    5
    It's a great game but for one it's not a real remake. Also the ending speeds things up too fast. The ghosts/fate beings are just annoying. It's like nothing you choose really matters.
  24. GastonBaynes
    Apr 16, 2020
    0
    Just to say that, we, as fans of the original Final Fantasy VII game, we must create a petition that demands Square Enix to change the "Final Fantasy VII Remake" title to something else because the game is undoubtedly not a remake. 0 goes for the false advertisement.
  25. TheFrostyPen
    May 4, 2020
    5
    I tried to like this game, I really did. As an avid fan of the original, FF7 cemented my love of the genre. But this game has deleted that love.

    I'd summarize this game by say it is an exploitative attempt to turn a fan favorite into a $300 cash cow. They will do that by making 3-5 releases and DLC. The original was great mostly because of the story, gameplay, and for me...the    I tried to like this game, I really did. As an avid fan of the original, FF7 cemented my love of the genre. But this game has deleted that love.

    I'd summarize this game by say it is an exploitative attempt to turn a fan favorite into a $300 cash cow. They will do that by making 3-5 releases and DLC.

    The original was great mostly because of the story, gameplay, and for me...the summoning. This game fails in all departments.

    1) Story: It is so bad I actually invented a new term for it. Non-resonant drama. It means that things happen...but you just don't care. People die...but I didn't feel for them. The characters are all flat. Cloud never changes his expression. Barret is a bad caricature of an 80's black man. Tifa is the default female but can punch. Aerith is the default female but loves flowers.

    By attempting to make a full game from the very first mission of the oringal game, they needed to add 38 hours of filler content. And that's what this game is: Filler. Here is a quest to go back to all the places you already went but this time there will be a boring fight to deal with. Now run back. Not fun.

    2) Gameplay: You attack by holding square. And you block by holding R1. Wow, how original. You can also roll. Cloud has 2 attacks that you switch by pressing triangle and switching stances. It is a chore to do so. You can be interrupting during you spellcasts. You lose the mana AND the energy bars it takes to cast if you get interrupted. I've never seen this in a game before. It's the most frustrating thing I've ever experienced while casting a damn heal spell. Every single action requires a pausing of the game. And your companions AI is terrible. They will only heal you if you fill up a materia slot with a "cure-me" materia...and then only when you are almost dead.

    3) Summoning: I'm 40 hours in an I've used it 3 times. Because that is all that I've been allowed to. You can't summon except in certain boss fights...and even then only after the bar RANDOMLY fills up. You CANNOT choose which monster to summon. And their abilities require you do pause the game and use up an energy bar of your own character. Makes no sense. Then they do this really lame final ability before they leave...and it looks and feels bad. Just a bunch of swirling fire on the screen...sure whatever.

    I've almost uninstalled it 3 times because I guess they consider avoid being chain slept/stunned/knocked down fun. But I've lost the game to being chain stunned. And they are long stuns...talking 5-10 seconds of doing nothing. Usually you can swap characters during this....but only if you have more than 1 in the party.

    Speaking of AI...you only control 33% of the party. The other 2 are controlled by AI. Sure, you can spend their mana...but mostly...the game plays itself. Not what I wanted in an RPG.

    You can't change their appearances at all except their weapons.

    Leveling up weapons is so lame and tedious that they created a way to have the AI do it for you.

    This isn't an RPG...it's a bad commercial for Square. And you can't skip it...

    Do...skip this...please...    … Expand
  26. DonCorneo
    Apr 16, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a sequel... not a remake. False advertising, bull **** ending. They didn't respect the story.
    I'm sad that there might never be a true remake of this Incredible game of 1997. There is no need to change it to a new story. Just slightly improve on some point and bam.

    Yes the graphics are amazing, yes some parts are very very good but it doesn't change the fact that its not the remake as promise.

    Also the gameplay is terrible, a mix of KH, FFXV and FFVII. Just keep the FFVII gameplay or make it FFXV but dont mix all of this...    … Expand
  27. TerraForm66
    Apr 20, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Definitely anxious about where the ending takes things and if the writer(s) have the chops to pull it off over multiple games, but if they do it right it could really elevate the entire story. Beyond that, everything else was a wonderful Remake of what made the original FFVII a masterpiece....ahhh who am I kidding, the ending was brain-dead stupid and they don't know what they're doing with this franchise any longer.… Expand
  28. Flaunt
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    People need to understand that FF7 remake is not intending to replace the OG. Its a reimagining of the story and the characters. Think of it like a new game in an alternate (but similar) universe.
  29. Sakuravaanlonha
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    The game follows perfectly all the story, character evolution, enemies and even conversations from the original.
    I recommend to replay the original before getting into the remake so you can see all the little details and big effort they put into this.


    But hell, haters gonna hate.
  30. DRIKAN
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    My childhood came back to life.
    My childhood came back to life. My childhood came back to life.
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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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