Final Fantasy VII Remake

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  1. Astram
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    Here is how I gave out my score...
    1 point total for each of the following: graphics, story, gameplay, characters, music, customization, playtime, content, UI/game speed, and emotional impact, which will add up to a total of 10 points. There will be miscellaneous points at the end to bump up the score.
    Graphics - 1 Story - .9 Gameplay - 1 Characters - .9 Music - 1 Customization -    Here is how I gave out my score...
    1 point total for each of the following: graphics, story, gameplay, characters, music, customization, playtime, content, UI/game speed, and emotional impact, which will add up to a total of 10 points. There will be miscellaneous points at the end to bump up the score.

    Graphics - 1
    Story - .9
    Gameplay - 1
    Characters - .9
    Music - 1
    Customization - .8
    Playtime - .8
    Content - .7
    UI/Game speed - .8
    Emotional Impact - 1
    Overall - 8.9

    Misc. Bonus: Amazing Cutscenes, gripping/breathtaking moments, and so much excitement at the very end that made it hard to sleep after beating the game. +.5 points

    Total Score: 9.4

    Graphics: Top-notch, beautiful, stunning, I could go on. There's not much need to be said here. There are some places where you can tell the texture wasn't well done and the lighting can be dark in caves if you don't adjust your lighting. However, I figured the lighting was put together that way to make it feel realistic. Overall though, you're going to be amazed at how good this game looks.

    Story: I would have given this game a full point, but the beginning was a little slow during chapter 3 and some parts in the story was just not realistic. All I'm going to say is that chapter 4 is an example of what it means to be immortal when you clearly should have died -- it wasn't believable. Other than that, this game puts you on a hell of a ride.

    Gameplay: Game feels fluid, the battles were fun, all the characters were unique to their playstyle, the game felt really good when moving around, and the buttons were really simple to learn/remember. What I didn't like was when the camera was fixed in position during some parts of the game, and sometimes getting on a ladder was annoying because I had to face directly at it but my character would move too fast and walk past the ladder. However, this game was still really fun.

    Characters: These characters are really cool. Shoot, even the side characters are cool. The only flaw was the fact that no one in the story really has a dramatic change. All the main characters have their developments and the same with some side characters. Nothing too amazing, but let me just say that the characters are very likable towards the end. How can you not like these characters? Especially Barret. The guy sings the original FF7 victory anthem after fights!

    Music: Come on, do I really need to say much here? The original game's music is iconic.

    Customization: I'll start with what the game lacks. It doesn't have skins, dyes, a skill tree, or smithing. The game does come with a regular weapon, armor, and accessory equipment. It still has the original FF7 materia customization, weapons have their own stat tree, characters can learn skills from weapons, and you can have different types of builds for each character (I made Cloud a magic user).

    Playtime: I did almost all the side quests and beat the game at around 35 hours. Honestly, I wish the game was longer, but 35 hours is solid and about right for a lot of people. I just feel that if the Witcher 3 could give me 80+ hours worth on my first playthrough, FF7 could have at least given me 50 hours.

    Content: There are quite a bit of mini-games, there are a few side missions, and a good amount of character dialogue/interactions.

    UI/GS: The game's UI is really simple and clean. It just does what it needs to do. The color scheme works. The speed between loads is pretty quick. The slowest process would have to be saving. The game gives up creativity for speed.

    Emotional Impact: This game will give you multiple feelings. A side character made me feel sad -- a side character! Barret's the star of the show and Cloud's Mr. Cool. It's a hell of a ride. They really save the best for the last part of the game.

    This is a must-play for RPG players. I understand some people have low attention spans and can't wait for the story to develop, but I'm telling you, it'll be worth it at the end. This game is all about the story. It was pretty epic.    … Expand
  2. TaRaNtAs
    Apr 26, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Отвратительные диалоги с надрывными разговорами по полчаса прямо под угрозой неминуемой гибели, графоманское пережёвывание простейшей мысли каждым из персонажей (особенно в главе с обрушением плиты), Клауд с вытянутым хлебалом может стоять прямо под прицелом гатлинга и ждать, пока откроют огонь, действовать крайне несоразмерно обстоятельствам, уметь прыгать с сальтухой в один момент сюжета и не уметь в другой… Повествование затянуто до невозможного: герои шарятся по заводу; проходит два часа — герои всё ещё шарятся по заводу. Геймплей — отдельная песня. Видимо, Номуре очень захотелось вернуть всем его 1997-й, поэтому даже на залезание себе в карман тратятся очки действия: копим очки, огребаем, лечимся, копим очки, огребаем, лечимся, повторять до бесконечности, пока кому-нибудь из болванов не понадобится Phoenix Down, а на лечение очков уже не останется. А потом в конце появляется этот босс… а за ним ещё один… а за ним ещё один, а за ним ещё один, а за ним ещё один, а за ним ещё один, а за ним ещё один. И где-то посередине покатушки на мотоцикле. Во время которых тоже будет босс. И каждый босс затыкивается по полчаса без промежуточных сохранений. Я не эксперт в серии, но в FFXIII мне гораздо больше понравилась боевая система (где не нужно было перекидывать руны между персонажами, а потом боевую пати ВНЕЗАПНО тасовали, и можно было бесплатно залезать в карман), а в FFXV было гораздо интереснее бродить по миру (в отличие от вечной помойки в FF7R).… Expand
  3. Redstripe420
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    If you like FF7 back in the day on PS1 you'll enjoy this game, it's not 100% the same but it's the remake we've been waiting for forsure. People hating make no sense, or haven't played the OG one.
  4. Mr_Anderson
    Apr 20, 2020
    2
    tldr; making this game episodic killed it. Think of the Hobbit.

    I played these types of games for the leveling/grinding experience. You start off as an ant and by the end you were a God. The fact this had a good story was icing on the cake. Square dropped all of that in lieu of focusing entirely on the story, which is now packed full of needless filler. This is to say nothing of possibly    tldr; making this game episodic killed it. Think of the Hobbit.

    I played these types of games for the leveling/grinding experience. You start off as an ant and by the end you were a God. The fact this had a good story was icing on the cake.

    Square dropped all of that in lieu of focusing entirely on the story, which is now packed full of needless filler. This is to say nothing of possibly the worst fetch side quests I've ever encountered in a game. Ever. The pace has been entirely thrown off and ALL of your progress will be deleted at the end of each episode, which will take until the end of upcoming console gen . I had max health at the end of this this one... *facepalm*

    I have zero interest in the others now. What a wasted opportunity. I am literally playing the original again. Graphics are old, but endearing. I get the full leveling, materia, grinding, endgame system, AND the original story as intended when Square used to know how to make FF games.

    At least they get their attempt to triple dip their crown jewel since that's really what this was about. This was less of a labor of love and more of a labor of greed. Money is all that matters to them and it shows - Typical out of touch corporation. SE is quickly becoming the EA of Japan.

    Square absolutely dropped the ball as expected. They changed too much. If all they did was upgrade the graphics it would've been amazing. This is not even remotely a 5 star game, but don't take my word for it. The average rating for this on here is 3 out of 5 stars. 'noigh said.    … Expand
  5. nestharus
    Apr 11, 2020
    6
    The level design is kinda like the original FF7. The original was a lot single small paths. In 3D it feels like you are running through hallways. This is only true of Midgar though. I think the level design could have been modified a bit to be more open. While it was visually beautiful, it lacked creativity. It really felt like I was running through a level, not a city. This will only be aThe level design is kinda like the original FF7. The original was a lot single small paths. In 3D it feels like you are running through hallways. This is only true of Midgar though. I think the level design could have been modified a bit to be more open. While it was visually beautiful, it lacked creativity. It really felt like I was running through a level, not a city. This will only be a problem with volume 1 as it was only an issue on Disc 1 in the original.

    The enemy design is excellent. Every enemy has its own unique characteristics. You don't just hit 'n kill.

    The side missions are incredibly boring. They actually added a bunch of fetch quests to try and stretch the length of the game.

    They added a new character that added nothing to the game. Once again, it was to stretch it.

    They introduced Sephiroth way too early, essentially ruining him for the entire game. He is no longer that mysterious figure of overwhelming power. They fully identified him almost immediately. This is completely different from the spirit of the original that only showed the carnage he left in his wake.

    I didn't personally really like the ATB system. For one, only the character you are controlling really fills up the ATB gauge. If you need a heal you need to swap to the character with the heals, get a few attacks in, and then heal. I understand that they wanted to space out the abilities and the spells with the ATB system, but it should have been equal across the board regardless of who was being controlled and potentially slowed down.

    The story of the first volume was WAY too stretched out. It actually dragged and I found myself bored and uninterested. I did enjoy that they added some extra depth to the characters. Biggs, Wedge, and Jessie were extremely forgettable. I didn't like the extra missions though. I prefer the original's flow a lot more. It was more.. streamlined and to the point. It didn't "drag."

    The game was too easy. All of the cool mechanics don't matter when you can play on the hardest difficulty available and just mindlessly roflstomp everything with no grinding. If the story had been as good as the original, this wouldn't have been an issue. With it lacking in both gameplay and story, that hurts.

    My only recommendation for volume 2 is to avoid the full blown side quests. Keep it open and adventurous. Include the secrets and side things to do, but don't hold people's hands or point them out. Just let them be there. Let people explore and discover. I didn't enjoy these guideposts in the remake that weren't in the original. I don't even remember learning about Wutai in the original until I went to Wutai.    … Expand
  6. DG7490
    Apr 22, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ahhhhh ! So close but yet so far....graphics are great for the most part, with some eyeball watering bad textures that look like they leaped across from the original 97 version that need to be patched out. The battle system is decent, and pretty fun and the summons have great animations. Voice acting is good and the sound is epic in parts.
    ...then the issues start to creep in ! Most people who fell in love with the original would have been jumping like a teenager again as you progress through the story until you realise early on that its trying to fill out its content, dragging its arse across the floor like a dog with worms. Slowing you down and squeezing you between gaps to literally pad out the game to hit the golden 30hr mark ..its starts to change key elements of the story, but you can live with it..what you cant get over is the childish surreal nonsense Nojima adds to this so called REMAKE. Adding **** characters, twisting the plot until it reaches its climax and totally ****s on the original..different timeline, characters that should be dead are alive and the biggest elephant in the room revealed..'its too expensive to make the full game in this fashion'...so it lures you in with a faithful first section of the game then they change the whole thing at the end and leaves the door open for Square Ennix to do whatever the hell it wants going forward with a bull**** Kingdom Hearts twist that a two year old could have made up. Its akin to the last installment of Star Wars, lures you in with old characters then totally destroys the originals lore and great story telling...if that pissed you off, then be prepared for a REMATCH with this REMAKE...it gets lots right, and some parts are magic, but it just seems like an elaborate ruse to get your hard earned cash before they recreate the whole story with the next parts of this multi faceted release the way they want. I hope to god Im wrong, but its got all the hallmarks of trying to please everyone and ending up not knowing where the hell its going !    … Expand
  7. alandeanavery
    Apr 26, 2020
    0
    Absolute garbage. It's well rendered garbage, but garbage nonetheless.

    At no point in the game are you afforded any real freedom as would be the hallmark of the original. Everything about this game is designed to be a drag. In 23 years the only technological advance is a dramatic uptick in the number of invisible walls. They've managed to make a game that is less interactive than    Absolute garbage. It's well rendered garbage, but garbage nonetheless.

    At no point in the game are you afforded any real freedom as would be the hallmark of the original. Everything about this game is designed to be a drag. In 23 years the only technological advance is a dramatic uptick in the number of invisible walls.

    They've managed to make a game that is less interactive than the original.    … Expand
  8. jgcuna
    Apr 15, 2020
    1
    Se juega bastante con la nostalgia de los fans, juego visualmente bueno y con una historia agrandada en personajes con poca relevancia en la versión original de playstation 1, sin embargo se corto demasiado zonas secundarias ya conocidas, el juego esta incompleto en historia no es ni el primer disco de los 3 que conformaban el videojuego original, precio inaccesible para una historia incompleta
  9. LuGaMi
    Apr 11, 2020
    3
    El jugo graficamente esta bien pero no es top de graficos, La historia llega ser afectada por el cambio de controles, pasando de un RPG a uno mas encaminado a la acción cuando se enfrenta con el enemigo, Añadiendo que la historia no esta completa y falta contenido, su precio muy elevado para estar sesgado, lo cual influye en la percepción en su totalidad del juego, si tu lo juegas porEl jugo graficamente esta bien pero no es top de graficos, La historia llega ser afectada por el cambio de controles, pasando de un RPG a uno mas encaminado a la acción cuando se enfrenta con el enemigo, Añadiendo que la historia no esta completa y falta contenido, su precio muy elevado para estar sesgado, lo cual influye en la percepción en su totalidad del juego, si tu lo juegas por primera ves te quedaras sin entender su totalidad lo que es algo frustrante, por todo la modificación del juego se encamino para ser un Juego POP desapegado de sus orígenes y mas comercial, claro vendiendolo por partes.… Expand
  10. Archibald23
    May 1, 2020
    5
    IM SUCH A BIG FAN OF FF7-8-9-10...
    How can i say - this is just a mirage - a nice mirage - you approach your hand and... and you see nothing... i hanged on at chapter 17.... cant go on... sorry but i tried! The lack of depth.... so few invocation and half of the invocation are jokes... the shops are sooooooo empty!!! what a joke... Where is the time you see a weapon you cannot afford    IM SUCH A BIG FAN OF FF7-8-9-10...
    How can i say - this is just a mirage - a nice mirage - you approach your hand and... and you see nothing... i hanged on at chapter 17.... cant go on... sorry but i tried! The lack of depth.... so few invocation and half of the invocation are jokes... the shops are sooooooo empty!!! what a joke... Where is the time you see a weapon you cannot afford (ginving you the goal to farm until you can afford to buy it.... collecting music (lol)... toooo much bla bla bla - secondary jokes quest (kill me please).
    The comparison with the original may be... but sorry to me this game deserve a 10/20 - they dont stole your money but they give you something so flat (if you believe this is deep - this is just an illusion - play the original pn switch for example and you will see......)
    Peace to all!
    .......and DAMN!!!! Where is the cardgame or the blitzball !!! ah i forget the is the dart.......     … Expand
  11. lyekay1
    Apr 16, 2020
    0
    First loot boxes, now games are being split in episodes where you have to pay? Nah this aint it, sorry Square bot you lost me as a fan. I'm tired of this man, rather wait and release a full game then do this. I've been a fan since the PS1 days.
  12. TroyNT
    Apr 19, 2020
    0
    8.0 Is about right. Parts of the game were stretched out to fill and make this it's own game. It is, 40 hours of content! However, some of that content just drags on and seems a little too exhausting, versus grind-y/fun. While not a big part, there is like 10% of the game that is MMO fetch quests. Yuck.
  13. Kingofparis
    Apr 16, 2020
    0
    Tetsuya, stop, please. This is some kingdom hearts level **** in this game
    And the ending...
  14. misterblasty
    Apr 23, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This NOT a full game. Square just charged you $60 to play 1/4 of the original game. To be clear, the game ENDS when you leave Midgar, and now they expect us to pay another $60 for the next installment whenever that is finished (we waited 24 years for 1/4 of a game, so guess how long the rest will take.)

    Square: I will NEVER, repeat NEVER buy another Final Fantasy game, thank you for ruining something dear from my childhood because of your greed and incompetence.    … Expand
  15. Crevanille
    Apr 25, 2020
    0
    The game is not a remake it is a reboot. Square Enix Lied and don't want people to know the truth that's why there flagging anyone posting walkthroughs of the games ending. They even went as far as to threaten Shirrako with a lawsuit. If this is the way Square Enix wants to do things now than I will never again buy any of there products.
  16. hirwulf
    Oct 13, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm skeptical of the 10/10 reviews. I've had this game for a week now and completed it in around 40 hours because I took my sweet time.

    Good:
    - The combat is a challenging, fun, action/turn based hybrid that requires you to actually pay attention and know what you're doing.
    - The visuals are (usually) amazing. There are some great scenic points in the game. The backdrops of Midgar seem prerendered rather than actually in game, which I think is actually a very smart move because it's reminiscent of the original and has a lot of charm.
    - The voice acting is for the most part very enjoyable.
    - The expanded backstories of some minor characters is so good to see. It was a pleasure to have more interaction with the Avalanche crew. They felt like real people and were done justice (in the way that they act and are presented).
    - I feel the main characters were also done rather well. I love Barrett probably more than i originally did, and Cloud's characterisation is on point.
    - The key locations are pulled of very well, especially Wall Market in chapter 9. I also really enjoyed the Shinra building section. I might've liked there to be more to interact with in certain areas, though.
    - The boss fights are really cool and are long, but don't feel like a chore to do.
    - There are quite a lot of sweet nostalgic moments.
    - I love the collectible music disks but I wish I could listen to them on the go.
    - Marlene is so bloody adorable.

    Mixed:
    - The music is hit and miss. The tracks which are quite faithful to the original are amazing. some of the more tampered with versions are a little much, and some are almost unrecognizable. One track in particular I found terrible and obnoxious (but that's just my music taste). Overall, I'd have preferred a little more faith to the original soundtrack and less variations of the same tracks strewn throughout, as it seems to lack cohesion.
    - Some of the textures are pixelated and a bit ugly, which you wouldn't expect of a game with this budget (and pricetag). I say this is mixed because because I actually don't notice them a lot, but when I do it's very jarring.
    - Rufus' character design isn't so great.
    - The animation for moving under/between obstacles is painfully slow. And some sections force you to walk slow which kind of gets on my nerves.
    - I'd have liked a little more freedom to explore certain parts when I felt like it, rather than have the game handhold me and tell me I can't go this or that way just yet with that obnoxious pop up.

    Bad:
    - Sephiroth's voice actor is hit and miss.
    - Sephiroth and meteor are featured a little too much too early on.
    - Some of the side quests were like FFXII hunts, which I enjoyed. But in general they're lacklustre, generic go here, kill a reskinned enemy, come back. No soul or effort seems to have been put into a lot of them. I'd expect more from a game with such a large budget and price tag.

    Very bad:
    - The whispers kind of ruin a lot of moments in the game and mess up the flow. It's more to do with their implementation in the story than the actual concept of the whispers themselves. I didn't like them.

    Additional thoughts:

    I'm a little confused about how they're going to manage the continuity of character progression from this game to the next. I finished at level 39 with many maxed out spell materias and around 5 summons. Imagine leaving Midgar in FFVII at level 39, around 4000hp, with fire 3, bolt 3, cure 3, life materia, etc. Granted there are quite a few materia from the original that isn't in this game yet, but I've got a lot. I've got a ton of weapons you don't get until well after you leave Midgar.    … Expand
  17. Dimpfelmoer
    Apr 14, 2020
    5
    Can someone please explain the appeal to me?
    Ok, I admit, I’m not getting it. I haven’t played the original, and I haven’t played any FF game at all, so maybe it’s all bit too much but my main gripes would still be the same I guess.
    1) The main character is an arrogant, humourless, grumpy idiot with a face of a 16 year old and the hairdo that makes him look very vain and silly.    Can someone please explain the appeal to me?
    Ok, I admit, I’m not getting it. I haven’t played the original, and I haven’t played any FF game at all, so maybe it’s all bit too much but my main gripes would still be the same I guess.
    1) The main character is an arrogant, humourless, grumpy idiot with a face of a 16 year old and the hairdo that makes him look very vain and silly. Surprisingly enough, all the girls in the game swoon over him and I can only assume that the initial concept was to target socially awkward, humourless, bored teenage boys (I guess back in the 90s, gamers were stereotyped like that) and lure them in with the assurance that hot girls found that kind of **** attitude completely irresistible. Boy, are they in for a surprise.
    2) The story doesn’t make any sense at all, not even in small segments, which results in incredibly dull and pointless dialogue. The story starts with the good guys blowing up a reactor and because their bomb was a bit too powerful, they destroy half of the city, killing a lot of innocents in the process. Is that supposed to make you root for these guys? Didn’t work with me. Because of the terrorist attack, there is heightened security alert and our heroes try to act unsuspicious when they board the train. Well, one of them has a heavy machine gun for a right hand, one of them a man sized sword on his back and the third looks like a teenage hooker with a boob job, and still they pass security without anyone so much as glancing at them. Then the game throws in more bad guys, mystical creatures, robots, gods, ghosts, as they see fit, with no regard for storytelling, just to have a constant flow of boss fights.
    3) Controls are the clumsiest I’ve experienced in a long while. When you meet the flower girl for the second time, there is a 5 minute walk over the rooftops and in any other game like Tomb Raider or Uncharted, this would be a fun jump, run, climb, swing, shimmy parkour with lot’s of action, but here, since you can do nothing but walk, I mean, no jumping, no ducking, nob climbing, you just move from prompt to prompt and let the game do the work for you, which is so boring, that I wondered why they put it in there in the first place. While we’re at it, this Cloud fellow, in battle he can jump over 30 feet gaps and practically fly quite easily, but when they make their way through the slummy environment it’s apparently impossible to climb over a car wreck, or jump over a three feet gap. It just feels so wrong most of the time.
    4) Pointless side missions. There is one side mission that is quite ironically called ‘the Party never stops’ where you run around like a headless chicken for 20 minutes and it culminates in having to find sick people in toilets. If this is supposed to be funny, I just don’t get the humour. Also, whenever they have a go at anything non combat (the term puzzle would just not be inappropriate I think) it feels really stupid, like operating the giant robot hand, or getting the catwalks in place.

    Which leaves the combat. Well I guess this is very thought through and complex and I’m just a bit too impatient to learn all the elements and angles. I will try to get more into that, cause there must be one redeeming quality, right?    … Expand
  18. saber_rider
    Apr 10, 2020
    7
    I don't get the hype around this remake.

    I love the original Final Fantasy 7. Its still one of my favorite games. The remake judged on its own is an ok game with great graphics and character models, but it has almost nothing of the things which made the original FF7 such a great game: - it's not an open world game any more with a huge world to explore freely, but rather walking    I don't get the hype around this remake.

    I love the original Final Fantasy 7. Its still one of my favorite games. The remake judged on its own is an ok game with great graphics and character models, but it has almost nothing of the things which made the original FF7 such a great game:

    - it's not an open world game any more with a huge world to explore freely, but rather walking through a lot of linear corridors and hallways and needlessly blown up filler content with no meaning other than stretching out Midgar into a full length game.

    - you can't even move around freely in Midgar. When i heard first of this remake playing only in Midgar, I thought they make some GTA type of open world city exploration out of it and that Cloud could drive around in the city with his motorcycle, but its really not like that at all. Its very very linear and episodic.

    - It has a lot of MMO like meaningless fetch quests, like rescuing cats or bringing something from point A to point B. And with a lot I mean really a lot.

    The graphic, animations, overall presentation and sound is very good in this game and the combat system is kind of fun, even if its way to easy, but everything else feels just mediocre at best and not nearly as good as in the original. What I really miss most is the huge world you could travel around in and all the different environments you could visit in the original.

    Even if FF 7 remake plays only in Midgar i really don't understand why they didn't make it more open world exploration like, like I imagine Cyperpunk 2077 or Dying Light 2 to be.    … Expand
  19. Fletchr
    Jul 11, 2023
    9
    Below was my original review, and after playing through Intergrade I have changed it to a 9/10 - I am very excited to see what happens in the future installments. At the time of writing this, I was upset that the game was diverging from the story I loved. Now I am very excited to see where it goes.

    ----- Loved this game until I started to realize what the 'whispers' actually    Below was my original review, and after playing through Intergrade I have changed it to a 9/10 - I am very excited to see what happens in the future installments. At the time of writing this, I was upset that the game was diverging from the story I loved. Now I am very excited to see where it goes.

    -----

    Loved this game until I started to realize what the 'whispers' actually represent and saw the ending. This is not a remake. It is a Re-imagining. A Retcon. Nothing more than a way to disregard the original story and insert some Kingdom Hearts-esque garbage into the universe right in the final moments. Such a damn shame. I just cannot fathom why Square would allow this. Fair enough they wanted to make it fresh but the ending itself literally makes the events of the game pointless, classic Rian Johnson-type subversion. Make the player think it's following the same story, with little extras that don't impact too much, but oh wait it seems these little extras are trying to stop the original story from being changed.. last scene.. oh.

    It's almost as if the 'Plot Armor Ghosts' are Squares representation of all the hardcore purists that wanted what they were made to believe they were getting. A massive slap in the face.

    The game itself is a marvelous technical achievement, the amount of detail in Midgar is staggering. I wouldn't call it an amazing RPG in terms of things to do, but at least they respected the source material right until it starts to unravel. My main criticisms with the game are that the camera can be awful at times, especially when using lock on. The combat is great unless you're in a tight space. There are very few combinations of gear/materia that are actually worth using in the endgame. Some of the backdrops in the latter 3rd of the game are very low quality, almost like awful Jpeg's. Some areas of the game take too long and can become a bit tedious.

    I was ready to give this game a 9/10, even with the issues it has, until I saw the ending. I am afraid but also a bit excited of what this all represents for the future installments in this 'remake'.

    If you read this far without voting down, congrats. This wasn't what I was expecting, and after a couple of days of processing what I've seen, I am quietly excited about what it means for the future. I am sad that the story of FFVII may not be retold exactly, but at least we always have the old game to play if we want to. The only thing I ask, is that Nomura doesn't go too far with his changes. What he did in this installment was far enough.    … Expand
  20. Demonik420
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    I really fail to understand why people complain that this game is only the first part of the story. The game is like a 30 to 40-hour version of that part of the original, it is heavily expanded in every possible way. Whether it's the full original story or not really has nothing to do with the fact that it's a full-size game and is perfectly acceptable at full price. It's about 3 timesI really fail to understand why people complain that this game is only the first part of the story. The game is like a 30 to 40-hour version of that part of the original, it is heavily expanded in every possible way. Whether it's the full original story or not really has nothing to do with the fact that it's a full-size game and is perfectly acceptable at full price. It's about 3 times as long as 75% of AAA games that come out these days at the same price. Would you rather they just threw together the entire game as fast as possible? It took like 5 years just to develop what they currently have because of how huge the game is.

    The original had PRERENDERED BACKGROUNDS, and extremely low poly models people! 3D modeling, texturing, and animating all that stuff takes twice the amount of people 10 times as long as it would for a single person to put together a little static background for you to run around in. You can NOT compare the number of locations compared to the original. Recreating Midgar in high fidelity, fully 3D likely took longer than the entire original game took to develop. the way they were made is so wildly different, but people hear in a review that it's only the first part fo the game and they immediately scream that it's somehow a rip off because they are completely clueless.

    Personally, the idea of an entirely separate series of FF7 Remake chapters that are each as long as a full game is better than I ever could have imagined. They are taking such care with each and every second of this classic game to try and do it justice. This is literally the opposite of a quick cash grab, but uninformed morons think because it doesn't cover the same amount of story that automatically means that it is. I am just sickened by some people's reactions to this game, and the majority of them refunded it before even finding out that it is a full-on, full-length experience.

    Look at the product first, just because something is episodic doesn't mean it's bad or a rip-off, this game is literally the exact opposite, it would have taken another 5 - 7 years of development to release the entire game, this way we can get a full remake of the original redone in the best way possible. Why people are so against episodic releases is totally baffling. If it makes the end product better, why are you just automatically opposed to it? It's people like these that stop massive games like FF7 from ever getting remade, developers are afraid to tackle the projects because they are way too big to do in one single go, and they are afraid of people's automatic reactions to an episodic format.    … Expand
  21. Dog4life
    Apr 21, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Finally a good and tactical combat system, way superior to FFXV. Character models are impressive and very detailed.
    BUT lot of low res textures and mediocre details .

    The level design is absolutely terrible : corridor , go right /left , straight corridor. Linear and very boring , major letdown .
    By chapter 14 this was beginning to be a drag.
    Secondary quests are mostly bland fetch quests and totally forgettable.

    It seems more a walking simulator at times , then a true flashed out action jrpg.

    I hope the sequel part 2 at least build up on the great new combat system . Overall a big let down.    … Expand
  22. 5FiVE
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    With the most fluid, unique battle system, engaging story, interesting leveling up system. This game receive's a 10
  23. EchoX860
    Apr 11, 2020
    5
    It's fine, I really don't see all the massive hype around the game. I understand it's only part 1, but it felt incredibly short for me in comparison to other games of the same series and same genre
  24. Al3xt3nd3d
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    El juego es una obra bellísima que quedará para la posteridad es la obra maestra de la generación
  25. marvsfontanilla
    Mar 31, 2021
    9
    Story: 9
    Graphics: 9
    Sound: 9
    Gameplay: 9
    Game Time: 70 Hours (Main Story) + Extra
  26. BizA7X
    Apr 10, 2020
    6
    Remake is such a disappointment, starting from graphics where some of the areas looked awesome and other had texture copied from original ff7. Game is so linear, bestiary nearly empty, no true classic mode for players that don’t like action RPG. Terribly mixed music that don’t fit game whatsoever, quests similar to one you can experience in any mmorpg. On plus definitely main characterRemake is such a disappointment, starting from graphics where some of the areas looked awesome and other had texture copied from original ff7. Game is so linear, bestiary nearly empty, no true classic mode for players that don’t like action RPG. Terribly mixed music that don’t fit game whatsoever, quests similar to one you can experience in any mmorpg. On plus definitely main character design and great voice acting and that’s all really. Changes made to main story should force SE to change name from remake to profanation.… Expand
  27. KB5K
    Apr 21, 2020
    6
    Game of the year, you say? ...Are you kidding?

    I can't believe the number of reviews praising the game's graphics. This easily has the worst textures I've seen in a triple-A title this console generation. The only exceptions are the early and late game environments, possibly due to the low-key lighting, making the texture issues less noticeable. In many of the game environments,    Game of the year, you say? ...Are you kidding?

    I can't believe the number of reviews praising the game's graphics. This easily has the worst textures I've seen in a triple-A title this console generation. The only exceptions are the early and late game environments, possibly due to the low-key lighting, making the texture issues less noticeable. In many of the game environments, textures lack simple bump maps. They're insultingly bad for fans of the original who have waited decades to see this project come to fruition. The character models are very nice, but that's about it. There are moments when the textures are literally comparable to PS2, especially in the sector 5 junkyard area. That's not an exaggeration.

    The side quests are throwaway "fetch quests." The hard linear nature of the game takes away from the experience of the old final fantasy games that opened up near the end, giving you the chance to explore the world and build your characters. That never really happens here -- you can only explore one sector of Midgar near the end.

    The combat is fun at some moments and a klunky mess at others. It's so easy that you'll never face a significant challenge in the game (i died 3 times in my entire playthrough). Because of this, there isn't the necessary level of strategic depth that the original had; for example, I never had to use an item to remove a status effect because they rarely affected battle in a significant way. The most common ailment was the toad status, which you can ignore for literally a few seconds until it wears off naturally. Never used a "remedy," "smelling salts," "echo screen," etc. By extension, status defense materia and skills are arguably useless.

    The worst part of the battle system by far is the camera; despite changing the in-game settings, enemies frequently go off screen or block your view, and when you try to reposition the camera with the right stick you end up targeting a different enemy. We had the same camera issue in the last single player final fantasy title, and SE is simply not learning from past mistakes.

    Fanboys will jump on the bandwagon, but those who judge the game according to current standards and not based on nostalgia for the original will have a hard time calling this a GOTY contender.

    P.S. Worth noting that there are tons of annoying narrow passageways you need to squeeze through in this game. They're almost constant. Of course, they're really hiding loading screens. This game should be much better optimized given that it's offline, segmented into chapters, and so incredibly linear. Maybe SE should worry less about making Cloud's hair so damn pretty (his hair literally has collision detection) and worry more about building a game with functional environments that don't force you through narrow passages every 10 minutes and textures that don't look like they're 15 years old. Maybe actually texture a rock or a door every now and then. Just a thought.    … Expand
  28. DoctorZack
    Apr 11, 2020
    9
    This is a well developed EXPANSION of a SECTION of one game. The biggest problem with the game are the entitled fans who set the bar to some insane un-matchable level.

    Is this "remake" perfect? Heck no. But it is ridiculously smart about what it wants to TRY to achieve. Music crescendos and is incredibly crafted. Combat is intense, makes you actually think rather than bludgeoning    This is a well developed EXPANSION of a SECTION of one game. The biggest problem with the game are the entitled fans who set the bar to some insane un-matchable level.

    Is this "remake" perfect? Heck no. But it is ridiculously smart about what it wants to TRY to achieve.

    Music crescendos and is incredibly crafted.
    Combat is intense, makes you actually think rather than bludgeoning your X button, and actually drive the players toward becoming skilled rather than just stat buffing.
    Utilization of materia and gear is significantly more robust than a classic JRPG. No more just junking weak gear, and materia load-out has a significant impact on how fights can play out.
    Glow-ups of classic characters are remarkably well; realistically refined as opposed to the cartoonish style they were in the original. (Limitations of being developed in 1996)

    Honestly the only reason I don't give this game a 10 is because it suffers from a zealous degree of hand-holding (tutorials and fixed camera segments) and some awkward camera focus issues.    … Expand
  29. iscmarkiemark
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    Game is absolutely fantastic!! I love how they added the exploration depth like FFXV. This is an entirely new game from the original and can’t wait for part 2. I don’t know why people are complaining as this game is 40-50 hours by itself. SE said part 2 was already deep into production last fall. You are getting probably close to 200+ hours of gameplay by the time this story is finishedGame is absolutely fantastic!! I love how they added the exploration depth like FFXV. This is an entirely new game from the original and can’t wait for part 2. I don’t know why people are complaining as this game is 40-50 hours by itself. SE said part 2 was already deep into production last fall. You are getting probably close to 200+ hours of gameplay by the time this story is finished with 3-4 parts. Was the game file size suppose to be 500 gbs? Get real people. True FF are pumped for the rest. This is only the beginning.… Expand
  30. Scousemacca81
    Apr 14, 2020
    8
    Quality game, if you're a fan of the original you'll definitely enjoy this one. Yes they have changed a few things and added a few different story bits here and there but for the most part it stays true to the original.
  31. Killer_Cort
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Phenomenal. I love how fleshed out the world is compared to the PS1 version and the dialogue is comprehensible finally.
  32. caronte69
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    this game adds much more content than the original, I really like the soundtrack and the combat system I liked it much more than the original
    all 0 come from people who can't wait 1 year
  33. Orestes
    Apr 14, 2020
    8
    Good game. I am a new comer in the FF saga and I did enjoy it but this is still far from a dream game. The background and scenarios feel very repetitive and the combat system is not that good. Even still it is a worthy game to play. Looking forward to the next one . Hope the team step it up for part 2!!! Awesome graphics btw!
  34. grave111
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    One of the best voice acting I've ever seen on a Japanese game and an overall perfect experience the developers did a great job
  35. Phantom200
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    It's an amazing game.i just Can't wait for the second game.This game has a great story
    Eye melting cutscenes n graphics.And a very enjoyable gameplay
  36. ZeroJian
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    My familiar FF is back.I haven't played the original, I started the series with FF8, it's the FF, SE I'm familiar with, it's great, I like the combat system and character growth.
  37. Frazilio24
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    It is and always will be the best Final Fantasy ever, althoughthey could fix the texture problems!
  38. Trinstin
    May 2, 2020
    6
    Square had one job... which was to remake FF7 and not bastardize it in the process. They failed of course because corporate greed knows no bounds. Even Cloud agrees with me when he says "This sucks" in reference to the first pointless side quest the game makes you do. They padded this game so much, I know that they could have just remade the full game. Very disappointed overall.
  39. Symphony93
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    This re-imagining of the beloved FF7 more than hits the mark as Square Enix perfects the mix of real-time and turn based combat, allow the player to truly engage in the character development of our favorite heroes and give us a version of Midgar that was previously only in our dreams. Thanks Square!
  40. EduardoAnalise
    Apr 15, 2020
    9
    O jogo é magnifico, a trilha sonora é melhor que a original o sistema de batalha não é nem um pouco enjoativo e você tem várias formas de jogar e fazer sua estratégia para cada inimigo. Falando em inimigos o maior destaque sem dúvidas vai para as Boss Battle do jogo, já que, para cada chefe tem uma estratégia diferente oque torna o jogo extremamente divertido e desafiador.

    Mas nem tudo    O jogo é magnifico, a trilha sonora é melhor que a original o sistema de batalha não é nem um pouco enjoativo e você tem várias formas de jogar e fazer sua estratégia para cada inimigo. Falando em inimigos o maior destaque sem dúvidas vai para as Boss Battle do jogo, já que, para cada chefe tem uma estratégia diferente oque torna o jogo extremamente divertido e desafiador.

    Mas nem tudo é perfeito o jogo tem problemas de texturas e de renderização de cenários em lugares abertos nas cidades e vários locais (Joguei no PS4 PRO), e o jogo tem um final que particularmente para mim não agradou. Espero que a Square Enix não mude a história com esses whispers of fate porque se isso acontecer a história do FInal Fantasy 7 de 1997 + o Crisis Core + o Advent Children vão literalmente pro lixo fora isso o jogo é muito bom e se o final fantasy 7 de 1997 é uma Obra de Arte o Remake é uma obra prima da 8° Geração de consoles.

    Resumindo: Nota 10 pro gameplay,
    Nota 10 pra trilha sonora,
    Nota 10 pra progressão,
    Nota 10 pros gráficos
    Nota 8 Para as adições na história (Background da avalanche e o whispers of fate)
    Nota 5 pras texturas e renderizações de cenários

    Média nota 9 (Excelente Jogo), ID de jogador: Forever_Coruja    … Expand
  41. Bagnetic
    Apr 10, 2020
    9
    For people reading this, I feel like the game is more of a 9, but I'm giving a 10 to try and balance out the people review bombing it with a 1 because it's ludicrous. If this game came out and didn't have "Final Fantasy" in the title, then people would have thought it was really good. People just have such unrealistic expectations for things these days.
  42. presi
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Un juego increíble, con un sistema de combate espectacular, una de las mejores bandas sonoras de la generación, unos personajes memorables y un universo fascinante. Es cierto que tiene algunos fallos menores, pero que para nada empañan a este gran videojuego que te engancha de principio a fin gracias a su ritmo sobresaliente.
  43. Threet
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
  44. ThiagoCVS
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Perfect. The history and gameplay are even better then the original. Square is teaching the world how to do a remake.
  45. diegocca
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    THe best game in ps4... better than god of war.. better than any other
    artistic, combat, all is the most quality you can not compare with other in the market actually.
    how you can give a negative review, jealous people is here.. spreading
  46. Machado95
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Square Enix has done this legendary game justice. Do yourself a favor and pick up this classic and enjoy every minute of it. Amazing soundtrack, amazing story, amazing characters and a legendary franchise.
  47. LuisEnix
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    It's a great game, We'll be back a big moments with nostalgic, Thanks Square Enix From Gamers to Gamers :)
  48. lmottab
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Only matched by its source material when it comes to effectively using tone to progress its story and developing characters.
  49. susumakusu
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Nostalgia, that's the word which defines this game. Just to recreate this story (and expand it) with actual graphics (amazing) deserves the maximum score.
  50. evyok
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Feels like an existence in parallel lines. You can live in the past and here the future at the same time and just watching how a brave man can let himself fly in the flow of friends and other heroes.
    Nice job Square, and thanks for all of the developers who could save an unforgettable moment of time.
  51. MazeruzTwitch
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Best story I've seen since a long time. It's a must play for ff fans. Good work
  52. freegames
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    ff7 remake
    this gameplay is so fun, great game, great graphics
    dont go in play like a hack and slash this game is all about action tactical
  53. ShrooMaster
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Attention to detalis 10 of 10, sounds, anination, no loading screen... Amazing game
  54. notoriousthanas
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Builds off what the original game achieved while adding its own twist. Phenomenal gameplay and music. The voice acting is on point as well. Everything about this first part of the remake trilogy is on point. The added content to flesh out Midgar works so well. One of the best games I have played in a long time.
  55. AlexDivaX
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Me ha gustado muchísimo, es bastante disfrutable y su dificultad es muy buena
  56. SHADOWCRAFT
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Outstanding in every aspect. This beats the original game in terms of story and character development… Expand
  57. GelatoGestapo
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Combat and music are excellent. Graphics are good, but there are some noticeably crappy textures at a few points in the game. Worst part was easily the changes in the story — seeing the ghosts & Sephiroth so often was was really obnoxious, and killed a lot of the subtle storytelling elements in the original FF VII. But seeing the familiar characters from FF VII reimagined is still reallyCombat and music are excellent. Graphics are good, but there are some noticeably crappy textures at a few points in the game. Worst part was easily the changes in the story — seeing the ghosts & Sephiroth so often was was really obnoxious, and killed a lot of the subtle storytelling elements in the original FF VII. But seeing the familiar characters from FF VII reimagined is still really good — stupid time ghosts aside.… Expand
  58. Danfan
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    Awesome game... It has the best combat system in the entire series and has seen farther... better than any rpg! The story was well filled, great game time, battles against sensational humanoid bosses and made me cry, that's all you need to know
  59. romanova48
    Apr 13, 2020
    8
    8/10 it's a great game in every way but the combat, some of the fights are just... not good. The combat would of been SO much better if they added Iframes to the dodge or at the very least not be so easily staggered and be allowed to block without being wombo comboed, or... if they wanted to get creative, make it so if you have a time materia socketed to an armor piece with deadly dodge or8/10 it's a great game in every way but the combat, some of the fights are just... not good. The combat would of been SO much better if they added Iframes to the dodge or at the very least not be so easily staggered and be allowed to block without being wombo comboed, or... if they wanted to get creative, make it so if you have a time materia socketed to an armor piece with deadly dodge or something... it allows you to do bullet time dodges kinda like in bayonetta. The stagger meter is your only burst phase and it's so nice and satisfying when it comes up and you got meter to burn or a limit break but it's only really a factor during boss fights. The trash mobs in this game are so easy I can literally look away from the screen, mash square and still win easily. The targeting system is just terrible. I've messed with various options and still nothing that feels comfortable, when you "lock-on" to an enemy it should fix the camera behind your character and always be facing that enemy at all times. Passive lock-on is fine the way it is, but when I click down R3 I expect to fully focus that target. lastly I don't really mind the linear aspect of the game since it's midgar so it can't be THAT open world (like I hope part 2 will have) but it very much limits the grinding you can do and that was a staple in FF7 I mean I'm on chapter 10 so far and there's been no spots where you can really grind up some materia exp. They should have added hunt missions AND **** LOADS OF THEM like what FF12 had, these slums side quest missions are pretty meh at best. lastly, lastly the way summons work... not really a fan, it's kinda cool they fight with you for a time before doing their ultimate but like your other AI companions they don't really do anything. You can spend your meter to issue orders for them to do their abilities but any L3 spell or hell even a L2 out damages most the abilities the summons put out so your better off using your own abilities and just wait for the summon to gtfo before doing their ultimate. I'd prefer the summons worked the way they did in the original and just a big damage attack once called, it would make it much more satisfying to control when they do their ultimate attack to coincide with the enemy being staggered for instance...… Expand
  60. squalidux
    Apr 14, 2020
    10
    Amazing!! In my humble opinion! Incredible music, incredible character design and very fun game play! Anxious for continuation! My game of the year
  61. mzy12345
    Apr 15, 2020
    10
    Great remake.

    The ending makes me looking forward to the 2nd part of the story.
  62. R00K
    Apr 18, 2020
    5
    Pros + fight system
    + graphics
    + voice acting

    Cons
    - filler content
    - game play length
    - controls

    Overall FF7 remake is a decent game with an outstanding fight system. However the game lacks sufficient depth to make it a outstanding game. In the end the game trades filler content to make up for the lack of story with the game being unfinished and rushed to market.
  63. SteveMC
    Apr 24, 2020
    10
    Went above and beyond my expectations in every regard. Had very high, yet tempered (given recent Square Enix games) hopes, but it surpassed even my wildest imaginations for how great the Remake could be.
  64. Rsb20
    Apr 23, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece unique different emotional legand lovely FF7 go ahead & buy the game
  65. Pendar_99
    May 3, 2020
    10
    Great combat and story and gorgeous graphics Really entertaining I'm in my childhood again
  66. NaturalLucker
    Apr 23, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very meh game. First 3-4 chapters and the last one are a blast, but everything in between can be very boring and frustrating. The first problem is it's "open world" which is nearly empty and uninteresting except some side-quests. The second: very lengthy sequences like whole 17-th episode or some "Oh, this monster stole our key, let's run after him for 15 minutes" shenanigans.… Expand
  67. Kjlionheart
    Apr 15, 2020
    7
    It was fun. I loved all the character Interactions and the budding relationships. I've done everything and seen every alternative now however. It's not that long, and doesn't have much extra but more than the original.
  68. Tionik06
    May 3, 2020
    7
    Honest Review: The good: FF7 of old was a mind blowing advancement of game development technology, and I'm happy to say the remake pushes the limits and beyond as well. If you are looking to jump up and fist pump, i had at least 4 of these moments. Fans of old get an excellent soundtrack remix, character callbacks, poignant moments, quirky attitude. The new look may look serious but theHonest Review: The good: FF7 of old was a mind blowing advancement of game development technology, and I'm happy to say the remake pushes the limits and beyond as well. If you are looking to jump up and fist pump, i had at least 4 of these moments. Fans of old get an excellent soundtrack remix, character callbacks, poignant moments, quirky attitude. The new look may look serious but the characters remain intact. As for the Barret voice controversy, I think his English voice is perfect and as you play it you will experience the actor's range. Combat is excellent when you figure it out. The bad: during the main story you experience the game through amazing technology, director camera angles, awesome moments. Not during the side quests. Side quests are bland and often have you backtracking heavy in this 100% linear game. Even the side quest characters and town character textures are hugely low res making you think it was for a different game. The linearity of it. There is no world map. If you hated FFXIII because of linearity, you cannot give this game a pass due to nostalgia. FFXIII actually had more freedom and people crapped all over that excellent game due to linearity and a voice actor.

    I also don't like how much they are stretching this out. We are looking at 4-6 episodes which is crazy for waiting and monetary purposes.    … Expand
  69. MrDoodoobutt
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    If you own a PS4 and you're looking for an amazing/unique world to dive into just do yourself a favor and get this game. It's in no ways the perfect game but what I love about it is how much it exceeds at everything it takes to make a great game. The combat, story, characters, music, boss fights, voice acting, and upgrade systems are all some of the best you'll find in gaming. I'm a hugeIf you own a PS4 and you're looking for an amazing/unique world to dive into just do yourself a favor and get this game. It's in no ways the perfect game but what I love about it is how much it exceeds at everything it takes to make a great game. The combat, story, characters, music, boss fights, voice acting, and upgrade systems are all some of the best you'll find in gaming. I'm a huge fan of Final Fantasy games and this one is probably the best one to ever come out, and I won't be surprised if the next parts are even better.… Expand
  70. GosuTomTom
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    WOW. I'm a die hard fan of the original, dreamed for 20 years about this game to be released, and it's everything I hoped it to be. Having a blast is a droplet in the ocean of my satisfaction. Can't wait to play part 2 !!!
  71. BadLarry1
    Apr 15, 2020
    8
    I absolutely loved the original back in '97 and played it at least 4 times fully. I was disappointed to hear that this one would be coming in installments after waiting so long from the initial announcement, but as long as the 'new' material was appropriate and added to the overall experience. I'm glad to say that what they added was mostly good. Mostly. Starting with the good - theI absolutely loved the original back in '97 and played it at least 4 times fully. I was disappointed to hear that this one would be coming in installments after waiting so long from the initial announcement, but as long as the 'new' material was appropriate and added to the overall experience. I'm glad to say that what they added was mostly good. Mostly. Starting with the good - the game looks amazing! Seeing the world created in the original fully realized with modern technology has been the best part of this. The new combat system works well, is fun, and doesn't detract from the game. Gone are the constant random encounter battles that slowed down and frustrated the progression of the original making the 'dungeons' much less of a crawl. I also love the remixes of the original music. Good luck tracking down a digital download of the soundtrack though. On the flip side is the how much of the original is included is very disappointing. The plot to this installment only covers less than a 1/4 of the original game. That would be fine if the overall pacing of this game wasn't so bogged down with silly filler. Optional sidequests are one thing, but the main story progresses at a snail's pace due to mandatory plot sidetracks that don't add to the story much at all. There are too many moments where the story becomes 'urgent' and you are rushing to save the day - but first have to introduce weird new side stories at critical moments. I appreciate dialogue, but there's way to many 'stop and discuss' moments when you feel like ' LET'S GOOOOO!!!!". Some really poorly executed mini games as well. No - not the squats at the gym. A completely terrible rhythm dance game (not complaining about the over the top homo erotic nature of it) that's poorly implemented and impossible to do well at. A great remake by most standards. More of the original, half the filler would have given this a higher score. Here's hoping we're not waiting another 7-10 years for the next installment. I'd like to finish this within my lifetime.… Expand
  72. Pozzo
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    The gane is absolutely awesome.

    From the remixed tracks, to the presentation and the characters. Everything fits and builds the ultimate FF7 experience.

    I'm glad it's Midgar only, so that we can have a full game to flesh out the setting in a way not possible before.
  73. NTDLeo
    Apr 16, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gameplay tuyệt vời, cốt chuyện chính rất hay. nhưng phải nói chi tiết những bóng ma thì thầm của số phận làm giảm đi phần nào cảm xúc của những fan của FF7.
    Tôi muốn thấy Aerith ít quyền năng và nhận thức về tương lai hơn :(.
    Trong phần này tôi luôn cảm giác dc Aerith biết dc số phận của mình, qua rất nhiều chi tiết cũng như lời thoại.
    Câu chuyện sẽ đi đến đâu thì còn phải chờ xem nhưng nếu dc tôi vẫn muốn dây là phần duy nhất xuất hiện những bóng ma thì thầm    … Expand
  74. OmegaALX
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    I know that a lot of people have a problem with this game, especially its combat system.
    And at first I had issues, too. I even have some still now, after completing the game. But all little problems aside: it's a masterpiece with so much love and dedication put into it.
  75. Beatty003
    Apr 16, 2020
    9
    This game was truly magical from the score, tone, pacing and gameplay. My only gripe is with the amount of boss battles at the end.
  76. LeonMaximus
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    Dreams come true! This game is my dream, it is everything I wanted. It's a beautiful game with soul and heart. It will make you laugh, cry and ecstatic. Mix of characters, visuals, music is something truly outstanding. Battles are design to be fun, challenging and unbelievably satisfying. There is something about this game that you will not find anywhere else! LOVE IT! Can't wait for nextDreams come true! This game is my dream, it is everything I wanted. It's a beautiful game with soul and heart. It will make you laugh, cry and ecstatic. Mix of characters, visuals, music is something truly outstanding. Battles are design to be fun, challenging and unbelievably satisfying. There is something about this game that you will not find anywhere else! LOVE IT! Can't wait for next installments.… Expand
  77. Pokeminx
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    FF7 on PS1 was my favourite game... now this is. Adore what they’ve done here and I can’t wait for Part II.
  78. Hangnail
    Apr 16, 2020
    9
    The game is absolutely amazing. The game play, the graphics, the voice acting, everything. I hope and pray that part 2 will release next year instead of being staggered. Definitely worth buying. Right at 40 hours of game play just for the first part, and every bit of it is interesting. Well done Square Enix. Knocked this one outta the park.
  79. Skylow
    Apr 22, 2020
    10
    This is an amazing game! A roller coaster of emotions and beautiful characterization. If you have any interest in final fantasy, this is definitely a MUST PLAY game.
  80. halamanoqui
    Apr 23, 2020
    10
    This game is the essence of what I wanted. I cried, I laughed and I love every second of it. The most important thing is that I want more, I'm already hyped for the next installments. This is really a masterpiece!
  81. Salad_Boy999
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    An absolutely phenomenal game. There's a few idiots here who don't even know what a remake is supposed to be. Also, don't blame Nomura for everything, he didn't even write the game's story. But I'm getting sidetracked. Anyways I fully recommended this amazing game.
  82. sdffd
    May 26, 2020
    10
    Better than the original.

    This isn't really a recreation or lazy remaster the way people are used to - it's a completely new game with the same characters and a similar scenario as the original, but different themes. This angered hardcore fans of the original, but the thing is - overall, it's significantly better than the original in almost every way.
  83. Rockboss
    May 21, 2020
    9
    The fighting system was a little exhausting in the beginning but got better and better the more you get used to it. Hard mode was just fun. The characters are amazing. The story is awesome. Great Game.
  84. Gaaracl
    Jun 18, 2020
    2
    The game should be called FF7 Remake, should be FF7 Midgar. The game loses all of what made FF7 what it was, turn base combat, freedom to do whatever you wanted to do whenever you wanted, etc.

    This new FF15/13 using FF7 name and characters is just a really really good story with a linear playthrough, when you can't even turn back because you simply can't. the game tells you where to go,    The game should be called FF7 Remake, should be FF7 Midgar. The game loses all of what made FF7 what it was, turn base combat, freedom to do whatever you wanted to do whenever you wanted, etc.

    This new FF15/13 using FF7 name and characters is just a really really good story with a linear playthrough, when you can't even turn back because you simply can't. the game tells you where to go, when to go and how to do it, leaving nothing for you to do, FF7 even in Midgar let you do whatever you want however you wanted. Battle music is gone, materia system how it was it's gone, same with summons, and the way you get them it's absurd. and the max level 50 it's ridiculous, only FF1 and Final Fantasy Mystic Quest had that kind of limit and we are talking about one of the best FFs ever, the VII. To be limited to a level 50 cap its just absurd.    … Expand
  85. villihabasau
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    I can't describe how much I love this game! I hope she becomes a Game of the Year!
  86. TheHambro
    Apr 26, 2020
    9
    Final Fantasy VII Remake is literally my first game in the franchise ever. I have always known that the original Final Fantasy VII on the PS1 was one of the most beloved and celebrated games to date, so I could never really understand the appreciation that this is one of the best RPG’s ever made. Now, after sinking some 60 or so hours into this remake, I can truly understand why thisFinal Fantasy VII Remake is literally my first game in the franchise ever. I have always known that the original Final Fantasy VII on the PS1 was one of the most beloved and celebrated games to date, so I could never really understand the appreciation that this is one of the best RPG’s ever made. Now, after sinking some 60 or so hours into this remake, I can truly understand why this entry stands as the favorite amongst fans.

    I can sit here all day and talk about the gorgeous graphics and epic soundtrack. But, what really sold me was the story, character interactions, and gameplay. Like I said, I went into this game blind and unaware of the plot, and so I enjoyed how engaging and emotional it becomes throughout the journey. Gameplay wise, I understand this is vastly different from the turn based RPG the fans are expecting, but the change to an action RPG focus certainly makes it just as fun as ever. I certainly appreciate the amount of ways you can play with builds with each character; it’s never just one way or the highway. In short, the game just feels good, and I have almost little to no complaints with it.

    I really enjoyed Final Fantasy VII Remake. I am not someone who likes to delve into JRPGs; I guess you could say I can be easily turned off by the genre. But, I thoroughly had a blast with this and I cannot wait to see how to the story unfolds. Get it!    … Expand
  87. DylanHall
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This is what remake should be, amazing graphics, great combat and an unforgettable story. 100% worth the price, especially if you are into final fantasy or interested in trying it out.
  88. dark0153
    Aug 15, 2020
    0
    **** graphics (ps3 textures), bad combat mechanics, poor lip sync and voice acting, over-hyped, full of **** mini games
  89. ghostrobo310
    May 27, 2020
    10
    amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing
  90. King7637
    May 21, 2020
    10
    The best game of the year, totally worth to play and play again and again. Beautiful graphics, very nice story it is a great gameplay.
  91. danteinferno436
    May 27, 2020
    10
    one of the greatest games I've ever experienced in my life. It truly was such a surreal experience from start to finish
  92. pokerjoey888
    Mar 26, 2021
    10
    SquareEnix has taken a classic and turned it into a masterpiece.

    I'm so happy this isn't just the original with better graphics. The unpredictability makes this game so much more interesting to play for old and new players alike. Many take issue with the ending but I think they did a great job of creating mystery, anticipation and spectacle. If you like RPGs, if you like    SquareEnix has taken a classic and turned it into a masterpiece.

    I'm so happy this isn't just the original with better graphics. The unpredictability makes this game so much more interesting to play for old and new players alike. Many take issue with the ending but I think they did a great job of creating mystery, anticipation and spectacle.

    If you like RPGs, if you like action-adventure, if you like a good story, good gameplay, good music, good characters then Final Fantasy 7 Remake has all these things in spades. Can't wait to see what happens in Part 2.    … Expand
  93. Ymamoi
    May 15, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Finalmente, após platinar com 28 dias, posso dar minha opinião. Jogo excelente, nostálgico e divertido. Posso afirmar que está entre um dos melhores FF já lançados, o colocaria apenas atrás do original FFVII, do Tatics, mas à frente de favoritos meus como o FFX e o FFXV. Lógico que tem  detalhes que decepcionaram, mas sem serem motivos pra não ter um 10. Estou extremamente ansioso para o próximo. Falando um pouco dos pontos positivos: sistema de batalha aperfeiçoou o estilo dos action-rpg, adicionando a interessantíssima possibilidade de modo tatics de forma impressionante, sem incomodar ou perder a dinâmica da batalha; gráficos apesar de terem pouco impacto, conseguiram entregar um jogo fluido, sem queda de frames, e que agrada para os mais nostálgicos; história intacta, apesar das nuances.
    Pontos fracos: ausência de algumas texturas gráficas, linearidade, faltou colocar o Malboro durante a aventura nos esgotos.    … Expand
  94. AmirParsa
    May 20, 2020
    10
    Wow...! that's what you gonna say when see a masterpiece.it is the best remake I ever see.this remake reminds me the good memories of my childhood cannot explain my feelings right now..oh gosh.that's AMAZING. Thanks square Enix for all of good memories you made for us
  95. SirSwan
    May 10, 2020
    10
    Honestly, It's a 9.8 or so for me. Not QUITE a 10, but it's genuinely a beautiful game and better than I had hoped it would be.

    Pros: They just about nailed the combat system Well paced mostly Most of the voice acting is great (I hate Barrett's, but it grew on me) Characters and environments are well realized (I like me some Tifa) Cons: Can drag in some parts (sewers, train GY)    Honestly, It's a 9.8 or so for me. Not QUITE a 10, but it's genuinely a beautiful game and better than I had hoped it would be.

    Pros:
    They just about nailed the combat system
    Well paced mostly
    Most of the voice acting is great (I hate Barrett's, but it grew on me)
    Characters and environments are well realized (I like me some Tifa)

    Cons:
    Can drag in some parts (sewers, train GY)
    A couple boss fights are more annoying than fun
    Really only a couple sectors of Midgar and Shinra HQ

    Yes, it's not quite the whole game, but it took me 37 hours and by the end I felt like it was enough for now. Which is another issue in and of itself - We have no idea when the hell the rest are coming out and how many parts there will actually be. I've heard 3-5 total. It's a pretty big drag not knowing how long it will be, plus having to wait to continue.    … Expand
  96. localboy_claude
    May 12, 2020
    7
    FF7R boasts a solid blend of combining the best of Turn-based RPG combat, by splicing them into a passable action combat system. Strategy manages to take a front seat while button mashing will lead you into an early defeat.

    The game is an absolute masterpiece up until you start realizing tetsuya nomura's terrible kingdom hearts style writing becomes more and more present, ultimately    FF7R boasts a solid blend of combining the best of Turn-based RPG combat, by splicing them into a passable action combat system. Strategy manages to take a front seat while button mashing will lead you into an early defeat.

    The game is an absolute masterpiece up until you start realizing tetsuya nomura's terrible kingdom hearts style writing becomes more and more present, ultimately destroying the flawless story originally helmed by the great sakaguchi.    … Expand
  97. JoviLovesYou
    Apr 20, 2020
    8
    I would like to preface this with- This game will probably be going into one of my top 5 favorite games up until this point in time.
    I give my score on a purely objective scale, which is to say; Final Fantasy VII Remake is incredibly flawed. The cinematography, writing, and animations are so inconsistent that it is impossible to not be taken out of the experience. All too frequently you    I would like to preface this with- This game will probably be going into one of my top 5 favorite games up until this point in time.
    I give my score on a purely objective scale, which is to say; Final Fantasy VII Remake is incredibly flawed. The cinematography, writing, and animations are so inconsistent that it is impossible to not be taken out of the experience. All too frequently you will have an incredible moment of characterization interrupted by the most robotic, formulaic jrpg tropes you've seen one-million times over. And don't even get me started on characters standing around, grunting and gasping instead of solving the issues in front of them.

    The vast majority of the games cutscenes are rendered in the in-game engine which is both incredibly impressive, and horrific to look at when a beautiful cutscene suddenly turns into two characters interacting in what looks like Fallout 3.

    I love Midgar being fleshed out to the extent it has been. Unlike Final Fantasy VII Classic, the world really feels lived-in, but I feel the creators greatly confused pacing and longevity. There is a huge number of sequences over the course of the game that would have been improved greatly if the speed was increased even just 50%. Chapter 9 in particular stands out as it is easily one of the best chapters. Unfortunately, you have to replay it repeatedly for your Platinum and that makes excessively slow sequences like the arms in the underpass just stand out more as a detriment.

    It actually really hurt to type out this review because I absolutely loved Final Fantasy VII Remake. Despite all of its flaws, this has to be one of, if not the, most charming games I've ever played.

    The voice actors absolutely knock it out of the park for our main cast.

    The combat, while difficult to decipher early on, becomes an incredibly fluid blend of action and turn-based rpg that has far more depth than expected as you get into more difficult fights.

    The dialogue starts pretty bizarre in a way you wouldn't notice if you've become accustomed to Japanese media being translated to English, but after the first few hours (particularly the start of chapter 4) our characters sound like actual people! I know it sounds like I'm making a joke, but this is one of the strongest points of the game for me. The fact that instead of sounding like robots spouting expository dialogue, our characters have character and sound like human beings! Its been so long since a jrpg has made me feel that way!

    So all of this is to say that critically, the game is just kind of okay. But just now I realized I haven't even mentioned the music which is just another reason why despite all of Final Fantasy VII Remake's flaws, its positives are SO extremely positive that this game will stick with me for a long, LONG time.    … Expand
  98. civils6
    May 17, 2020
    10
    i have never played any final fantasy games before, so this is my first final fantasy game, a lot of people are really excited about the game and i kind of got into the hype too despite not being a final fantasy fan, and when i play it i absolutely love it, the combat system is one of the best in the RPG games, the games character / cast also grew on me, they feel like real people andi have never played any final fantasy games before, so this is my first final fantasy game, a lot of people are really excited about the game and i kind of got into the hype too despite not being a final fantasy fan, and when i play it i absolutely love it, the combat system is one of the best in the RPG games, the games character / cast also grew on me, they feel like real people and feel so relatable, i know lots of final fantasy purist are not happy with some of the games aspect, especially the ending, but this is the remake of final fantasy 7, not the remastered, if you want to play the remastered you should've just play the original with some mode in it, TL:DR a MASTERPIECE 10/10 waiting for part 2… Expand
  99. Grumpleway
    May 18, 2020
    10
    Basically perfect. Complete with epic trippy metaphoric ff ending, a brave choice that might not perfectly please everyone, but see s the heroes do what heroes do, refuse to be put in a box. Can’t wait to see what happens next, if it’s a similar mix of fresh takes on this amazing story, it will be another huge hit.
  100. taruts
    May 18, 2020
    10
    This is an absolute must play for anyone, fans and newcomers alike! One of the most memorable, incredible gaming experiences this generation. You can truly tell the love and painstaking attention the devs put into crafting this passion project. The combat is deceptively deep especially in hard mode. The story is thrilling, I felt like I really went on a thrilling adventure filled withThis is an absolute must play for anyone, fans and newcomers alike! One of the most memorable, incredible gaming experiences this generation. You can truly tell the love and painstaking attention the devs put into crafting this passion project. The combat is deceptively deep especially in hard mode. The story is thrilling, I felt like I really went on a thrilling adventure filled with both super hype exciting moments and somber, poignant ones too. The characters are amazingly well realised and the voice actors did a fantastic job; oooozing with charm. Wish there was more of an overworld and better exploration, having sunk 100 hours in, I just wished there was more!!! OMG can't wait for part 2!!!… Expand
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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
  3. Negative: 0 out of 126
  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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