Final Fantasy VII Remake

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  1. dr0nzer
    Apr 10, 2020
    9
    Definitely a re-imagined title, whilst the fundamentals are built around the original, it has expanded it's world far beyond the source material, Midgar's depth is familiar yet new, the soundtrack is a true remaster, the materia and item system is as I remember and one of the best, the summons I'm not sure I'm a fan of but like the updated combat system it grew on it and voice acting was aDefinitely a re-imagined title, whilst the fundamentals are built around the original, it has expanded it's world far beyond the source material, Midgar's depth is familiar yet new, the soundtrack is a true remaster, the materia and item system is as I remember and one of the best, the summons I'm not sure I'm a fan of but like the updated combat system it grew on it and voice acting was a welcomed addition.
    Square needs to be careful of how much it's changing/adding to this title, particularly as the source is an important title in video game history. Definitely worth a play and definitely was a fun experience.    … Expand
  2. Lotus-CP
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Amazing game worth playing every minute of it also worth your time and money. Enjoyed my 50 hours with it.
  3. CloudRemake
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    I'll start my review. A lot in this remake has changed and deviated from the original so if that is something that is off-putting to you then don't buy it, just move on. However if you're open to change or like me, enjoyed the likes of Crisis core and advent children and generally just wanted more Cloud And Co then there is a lot of good here.

    The story is incredible and the changes are    I'll start my review. A lot in this remake has changed and deviated from the original so if that is something that is off-putting to you then don't buy it, just move on. However if you're open to change or like me, enjoyed the likes of Crisis core and advent children and generally just wanted more Cloud And Co then there is a lot of good here.

    The story is incredible and the changes are exciting however I can't say much more than that otherwise I'd spoil it, you would need to play it for yourself in that regard. What I can say is that the characters are handled extremely well and there is a lot more development and exploration within those characters. As an all time fan I have been overjoyed at how the characters have been handled and expanded upon. It was like seeing how things were meant to be but couldn't be shown well enough back on the Ps1. The gameplay is also fantastic and is new and fresh, it has a good blend of the classic turn based mixed with a new action, hack and slash flair. It also has variety in switching characters and each has a different play style to delve into making for a real satisfying and deep experience. The visuals are absolutely incredible, however there are some texture issues such as doors looking particularly bad at times but I'm sure they will be fixed in a future patch. Everything is just such a pleasure to look at and is brimming with atmosphere, sometimes you just have to stand there as cloud and really take it all in.

    In conclusion I think this really is a return to form for square and a real good comeback to being the Kings of jrpgs, it really is everything I could've hoped for and I cannot wait to see what the next installments of the new FF7 series will bring. There is nothing else out there in terms of jrpgs with this amount of detail and polish and just straight up fun. I am very pleased. FF7 is back. 10/10    … Expand
  4. jeronimo7855994
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    This might be the best gaming experience in my life! To re-live emotions and play the Remake was extraordinary and marvelous. Characters are great, voice-acting brilliant, combat system OH MY GOD best I've ever played. The story - you must be open mined they changed some things and there is a BIG twist in the end, but I think it's a good decision for future installments. I just freakingThis might be the best gaming experience in my life! To re-live emotions and play the Remake was extraordinary and marvelous. Characters are great, voice-acting brilliant, combat system OH MY GOD best I've ever played. The story - you must be open mined they changed some things and there is a BIG twist in the end, but I think it's a good decision for future installments. I just freaking love it, and I'm going to replay it right now!… Expand
  5. Pimchaos
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    The game is awesome people are giving it bad reviews because they think square should have labeled it as Something other than a remake.
    My opinion is that it is more like a reboot due to the many changes.
    The game is still an awesome game by far better than any other JRPG of the last decade. Graphics, gameplay, even story is a 10
  6. jezeuskrishna
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    As a fan of the original I was reluctant to try this remake knowing it would be incomplete. I also hate anime and thought it would be too corny and that they wouldn’t be able to capture the feel of the original but I was pleasantly surprised that they pulled it off.

    The combat system not being turn based was off putting and watching play throughs made me think of kingdom hearts which I    As a fan of the original I was reluctant to try this remake knowing it would be incomplete. I also hate anime and thought it would be too corny and that they wouldn’t be able to capture the feel of the original but I was pleasantly surprised that they pulled it off.

    The combat system not being turn based was off putting and watching play throughs made me think of kingdom hearts which I hated but after trying it for myself it is actually much more fun and realistic than the original combat system and it sort of is turn based and tactical.

    The graphics are great even if some of the textures aren’t perfect you’ll be running most of the time anyway.

    The music is actually better than the original too and the voice acting, while animeish, is actually pretty good as much as I miss imagining what the voices were like before. The pronunciation of Mako is different than I thought it was as well.

    I’m hooked, if you liked the original or are a fan of rpgs or good stories I general you should buy this and help support and encourage them to make another sequel, hopefully If this is a big hit they’ll have even more resources to make perfect sequels in years to come.    … Expand
  7. Yorjung
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Everything is top notch, bring back all the memory plus things that make FF VII become all times best final fantasy in their series.

    One downside is when game try to force you to throug the wall for avoiding loading scene.
  8. jonmax11021981
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    Jogo excelente, gráficos lindos, ótima jogabilidade e trilha sonora. Sou novo na série FF e essa versão me agradou bastante.
  9. Gloombot
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    Perfection. This game doesn't have bloated or boring filler. It's amazing and meaningful to make the world and the characters in it feel real. Literally perfect in every way.
  10. Avocadoboy
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    Mind blowing remake. Characters, story, visuals, the details, combat system!
  11. Mischa91
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    Best game i have played. Everything is high quality. Music, voice acting, menus, and the battle system is engaging and innovative to boot. Super happy with this purchase.
  12. Vanos
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    for a long time fan of ffvii this was a very good remake
  13. piaoyie
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    The game's combat gameplay is at its peak, the new-era graphics give the long-ago game a new lease of life, and the addition of the original trio love Jesse. The kh3 combat system surprised me with the SE's technology, and the ff7 system did not disappoint me
  14. Renekar
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    If you are a fan of the original then this game will get you excited. If you are new to the game/series then you will have a blast. Awesome action/rpg's either way. I'm having a blast playing it. GG square-enix. Keep pumping them out
  15. DarkVin
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece!!! One of the Greatest rpg of all time and graphics is super amazing
  16. draconis88A
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    Remake fantastico! Consigliato a tutti, sia a chi ha giocato al classico del 1997 che ai nuovi giocatori
  17. crazydogstamp
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    This is absolutely Final Fantasy.
    This isn't Imitation of recently AAA.
    This game has re-established its identity as JRPG without losing the original charm.
    There is no doubt that best final fantasy for original fans.
    And for newcomer, Best final fantasy in the last decade.
  18. Kapilux
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    TLDR: One of the best games I have ever played!

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

    Don't miss out on this incredible, fascinating and marvelous experience. B U Y I T NOW! :D
  19. weskergamer
    Apr 21, 2020
    9
    Another GOTY contender for this year, i really enjoyed i never played the original so i didn't care much about the changes in the story but i didn't like the final chapter, it was a KH final battle completely unnecessary, i hope that even if i didn't play the original i would prefer to experience the original story and not a new one. But nonetheless i loved the gameplay, the music was oneAnother GOTY contender for this year, i really enjoyed i never played the original so i didn't care much about the changes in the story but i didn't like the final chapter, it was a KH final battle completely unnecessary, i hope that even if i didn't play the original i would prefer to experience the original story and not a new one. But nonetheless i loved the gameplay, the music was one of the best this generation, and the graphics were outstanding. I fell in love with Tifa's abs tbh… Expand
  20. NickyBiggz
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    Better than i ever could have expected and i was very skeptical a month out from release. The original made me cry nerd tears for the first time in a game and i dreamt of the day where we would get to see that cast of characters and world again, but this has exceeded anything i could have imagined. It is broken up into 3 parts and this is just the first part but it needs to be. They reallyBetter than i ever could have expected and i was very skeptical a month out from release. The original made me cry nerd tears for the first time in a game and i dreamt of the day where we would get to see that cast of characters and world again, but this has exceeded anything i could have imagined. It is broken up into 3 parts and this is just the first part but it needs to be. They really develop characters and the world in a way that makes the original seem shallow, dumbed down, and rushed. This really is something to experience, whether a fan or new to the game.… Expand
  21. Ultimagara
    Apr 12, 2020
    9
    Fantastic. I've been really impressed by how much of a risk Square took by modifying the game as they did. Instead of sticking to the beaten path, they risked upsetting their own fans by making some pretty noticeable changes to the game's pacing and content. The only glaring issue right now is texture quality. It appears to be a bug (richly detailed character models standing next to washedFantastic. I've been really impressed by how much of a risk Square took by modifying the game as they did. Instead of sticking to the beaten path, they risked upsetting their own fans by making some pretty noticeable changes to the game's pacing and content. The only glaring issue right now is texture quality. It appears to be a bug (richly detailed character models standing next to washed out boxes and doors), but in some sections, particularly the slums, it is incredibly distracting. Hopefully that'll be patched soon. Aside from that, there aren't many *bad* things to say. It suffers, to some extent, from "JRPG syndrome", and its side quests are just passable, but those are minor complaints, all things considered.… Expand
  22. Proteus7
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    I love this game so far and knowing that the next part is going full epic with a large overworld...I'm very hyped for the rest of this masterpiece. Those who say this is too linear - this is the introduction area, expanded into a length of an entire game. The remaining parts will be much more open with chocobo breeding, as well as giving us multiple mediums of travel to explore upon whileI love this game so far and knowing that the next part is going full epic with a large overworld...I'm very hyped for the rest of this masterpiece. Those who say this is too linear - this is the introduction area, expanded into a length of an entire game. The remaining parts will be much more open with chocobo breeding, as well as giving us multiple mediums of travel to explore upon while discovering secrets and new locations. We have only seen a small tiny fraction of enemies; we have only seen half the cast of main characters; we've only explored a town rather than an overworld. Be happy, one of the best games of all time are given the best care square can possibly give right now.… Expand
  23. JONTHECRITIC
    Apr 22, 2020
    9
    I loved the game, it was visually amazing, the game chapters were extensive which helped to really establish the character development and the relationship between cloud and the party. The battle system was fluid, the music was nostalgic with a twist, the fights were challenging.The only few complaints i haveare that some of the dialogue is long, drawn out, and not skippable makingI loved the game, it was visually amazing, the game chapters were extensive which helped to really establish the character development and the relationship between cloud and the party. The battle system was fluid, the music was nostalgic with a twist, the fights were challenging.The only few complaints i haveare that some of the dialogue is long, drawn out, and not skippable making revisting chapters to collect whatever you missed tedious. There are some parts that are confusing but this is installment 1 of ??? So i figure that as the other installments come out things will make more sense.… Expand
  24. Abstracxx
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Grandioso juego, al fin y al cabo Square demostro unos gráficos increíbles, así mismo un Soundtrack inolvidable, este juego es para fans y no fans aunque el final o te deja con un buen sabor de boca o no.… Expand
  25. CynicalRacc
    Apr 12, 2020
    9
    This game could've easily been a 10 but there are a few things that hold it back.
    -padded side quests and some overall padding in the main story -backgrounds in certain areas look like png files
    -Textures sometimes take ages to load in -convoluted ending -Controls feel a little bit clunky but nothing that's overly detrimental What this game does excellently in my opinion: -excellent    This game could've easily been a 10 but there are a few things that hold it back.
    -padded side quests and some overall padding in the main story -backgrounds in certain areas look like png files
    -Textures sometimes take ages to load in
    -convoluted ending
    -Controls feel a little bit clunky but nothing that's overly detrimental What this game does excellently in my opinion:
    -excellent characters -great character development -good story -exciting and exhilarating combat
    combat
    -Soundtrack has to honestly be one of the best I've heard in years
    -Amazing art direction    … Expand
  26. conceptmeta
    Apr 15, 2020
    10
    Big fan of FFVII original here. I enjoy every minute playing this...Good story telling, stunning portrayed world, dynamic characters and much more to list. Easily one of the best games in my life I can tell. Cant wait for the next part. Keep doing great job SQUARE ENIX.
  27. SilentNightmare
    Apr 14, 2020
    4
    I finished the game now and this is what I can say about it:

    + Great Visuals + Great Soundtrack + Good Character Design + Good Voices +/- The combat has its strengths and weaknesses. I hope the next part goes back to the classic turn based battle. - Horrible Fetch Sidequest straight out of some MMO. - Way too linear and narrow "Dungeons". - The padding is very annoying, it    I finished the game now and this is what I can say about it:

    + Great Visuals
    + Great Soundtrack
    + Good Character Design
    + Good Voices

    +/- The combat has its strengths and weaknesses. I hope the next part goes back to the classic turn based battle.

    - Horrible Fetch Sidequest straight out of some MMO.
    - Way too linear and narrow "Dungeons".
    - The padding is very annoying, it doesn't add anything meaningful to this game, only exist to make it longer.
    - Too much Story changes from the original, the ending putt this game from a 6/10 to a 4/10.
    - No hard mode available in first playthrough

    All in all it is a pretty average RPG, buy it on a sale and you can have some fun if you are not a fan of the original.    … Expand
  28. Infernoooo
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    Excelente reinterpretación del clásico, una combinación y resultado de la suma de varias de las mecánicas de los últimos FF, para los más puristas tal vez no agrade los ajustes en la historia pero como juego propio brilla en todos los aspectos, espero con ansias la siguiente parte esperando logren adaptar el mundo abierto.
  29. Gualnays
    Apr 11, 2020
    9
    Muy grande... Con fallos, pero me parece una buena re imaginación del clásico de 1997.
  30. Leeroyfan101
    Apr 13, 2020
    8
    My main concern is the new combat system.

    Overall its a good game, but it has some design decisions that make it really annoying. Although the combat is a nice change, I can't help but feel like they didn't really know what they were trying to go for. On the one hand, they set up the combat to be fast-paced, where you instinctively button mash to try and pull off the combos, while at    My main concern is the new combat system.

    Overall its a good game, but it has some design decisions that make it really annoying. Although the combat is a nice change, I can't help but feel like they didn't really know what they were trying to go for. On the one hand, they set up the combat to be fast-paced, where you instinctively button mash to try and pull off the combos, while at the same time, they punish you for doing so because you can't block or dodge in the middle of a combat animation. Games with combat systems like these, usually make it possible for you to interrupt your attack animation to block or dodge. There were so many instances where I could see an attack coming and held down the block button. But because the attack animation was still resetting, my character took the full brunt of the blow.

    Critiques & Suggestions:

    Blocking
    An easy fix for the blocking issue, as mentioned earlier, is to simply allow an interrupt for the combat animation. Other games with similar combat systems such as Batman, Spiderman, Witcher 3, and Shadow of Mordor have shown how this system can be put in place to make the combat more seamless.

    Dodging
    Another is that they need to either add I-frames to dodge or make enemy attacks physics-based. It was almost comical seeing enemies who were the size of tanks or small buildings making 90-degree turns while charging at you because you dodged a millisecond too early. If you dodge and don't fully get out of their path, I get it you get hit. But if you clearly are no longer in their way, and this behemoth going about 80 mph suddenly makes a 90-degree turn to still hit you. Then that just raises an eyebrow.

    Interrupts
    Player interrupts need to be massively toned down as well. It's annoyingly easy to disrupt the player and cancel your spell. This is especially made worse by the aggro system the game currently has in place. As it stands, the enemy simply goes pop goes the player, making playing ranged characters a chore more than anything else. It boils down to you, kiting the enemy as they relentlessly hound you and ignore the rest of your party.

    Limit Breaks
    Limit Breaks should have priority over everything so that enemies can't just walk out of it while being hit. The way some enemies can sonic the hedgehog to and fro is also super annoying. Oddly enough, your attacks are physics-based. If you swing and miss, you swing and miss. The enemy, on the other hand, as I mentioned earlier, does not have this limitation.

    ATB meters
    The ATB meters should have been for Abilities, and that's it. You already have MP and the cast time to balance Spells, and you've got money and limited quantity to balance Items.
    All the system really made me do was run in circles through the last fourth of the game, so I could charge my meter at all.

    Items
    This is tied in with the ATB system critique. Towards the middle and end of the game, some items simply become obsolete. There is very little reason to waste an ATB charge and use a Potion that only heals you for 350 hp when you can simply cast a healing spell. A traditional item menu would have made things more seamless, as well allowed you more utility in being able to use the items to heal up party members in between fights.    … Expand
  31. Insomnijack
    Apr 18, 2020
    1
    The ending here was horribly written. A complete mess like kingdom hearts endings that nobody really likes. The good thing to have done was make a proper remake of the game that is extremely loved, the only reason new people would never play the OG ff7 is because its outdated and bad graphics, but they had a golden ticket. An already great story and game and they have the chance toThe ending here was horribly written. A complete mess like kingdom hearts endings that nobody really likes. The good thing to have done was make a proper remake of the game that is extremely loved, the only reason new people would never play the OG ff7 is because its outdated and bad graphics, but they had a golden ticket. An already great story and game and they have the chance to recreate it exactly the way it was but with better graphics and voice and such and make some solid money.

    But no they just had to take a bunch of mushrooms in the final hour of the game and do some extremely poor decisions and totally ruin the entire 3 part series because they are selfish and greedy. They advertised this to be a faithful remake of the original game but in the end they made spoilers about the entire OG ending and said F**K you fanboy we do what we want.

    On a side note Clouds hair has extreme dithering stuttering issues like most Square Enix games but not the other characters? so why make clouds hair such a mess? and some background has worse textures than the original, im not even joking they seriously in a 2020 game created worse textures than a 1997 game, you can see this on some flower and background but its most noticeable when you're climbing high up and look down towars the sectors, its horrible. And not to talk about the mess inside shinra HQ, i was about to get a seizure from all the random dots and stuttering everywhere.

    Im ususally the guy who loves most games and see the good in them and ive talked so positive about kingdom hearts 1-2 and FF14 and the old FF7,9,10 to my girlfriend but after KH3 and this i cant keep optimistic. theyve been having texture issues in most games and the endings are so bad someone should be fired.    … Expand
  32. unlazyboy285
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    I've never seen a remake give as much tender loving care to its source material than this. My favorite moments were just the little moments where the beautiful music arrangements appear, like when approaching Seventh Heaven for the first time with Tifa waiting on the steps or being able to walk around the church while Aerith sits by the flowers. The team knows exactly when to hit youI've never seen a remake give as much tender loving care to its source material than this. My favorite moments were just the little moments where the beautiful music arrangements appear, like when approaching Seventh Heaven for the first time with Tifa waiting on the steps or being able to walk around the church while Aerith sits by the flowers. The team knows exactly when to hit you with those emotional beats. I've never been in this much awe from a Final Fantasy since FFX.… Expand
  33. iBeeWee
    May 1, 2020
    10
    Truly amazing! Stayed true to the original whilst still making it feel very fresh. The characters are so well made and more personal than the originals. A remake done right!
  34. EevieRoseAmalee
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Now one of my new/old favorite Final Fantasy games. And one of the best games I have had the pleasure of playing in the last 5-10 years.
  35. fairembrace721
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Is it a perfect game? No, but it is the best remake of a beloved 23 year old game that a developer could possibly make and it is only the first part! The original holds such a special place in alot of people's hearts. Square Enix really put their all into this beautiful retelling of a masterpiece and I appreciate them so much for it.
  36. Robert91
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Para mi es el mejor juego de final fantasy que he jugado, mejores gráficos, batalla y la historia muy bien recreada y con novedades respecto al juego original.
  37. fukknerv
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    Just finished it. Masterpiece.

    Loved every minute of it, probably the best SP FF game since 10.

    Some people are probably going be disappointed it's not necessarily the full-on remake that people imagined it to be,
    but it's a experience from start to finish with breakneck pacing, enthralling combat, and lots of nice call-backs and nostalgic moments for fans of the original.
  38. kingjohn94
    Apr 12, 2020
    9
    Amazing game! I have had high expectations form this game since been waiting a long time for it and it smash them,you can se they put a lot effort into it and wanted to make a special game only negative I've got is the side quest could f been more fulfilling and there are some small graphical problem other then that it is great.If you love final fantasy you will love this game.
  39. Lestatman
    Apr 24, 2020
    0
    First of all why did they introduce Sephiroth so early into the game when he's supposed to be this mysterious figure. The side quests where not that interesting but passable and some slight changes to the story early on were ok but then comes the ending which left me staring at the screen with my brain trying to work out did I really see what I just saw. Graphics mean nothing to me it'sFirst of all why did they introduce Sephiroth so early into the game when he's supposed to be this mysterious figure. The side quests where not that interesting but passable and some slight changes to the story early on were ok but then comes the ending which left me staring at the screen with my brain trying to work out did I really see what I just saw. Graphics mean nothing to me it's the heart and soul of a game that interests me especially a game like this and like with RE3 another hugely disappointing "Remake".… Expand
  40. Pabdiez
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Loved every bit of this game. It is true that it's not a perfect game, but it was REALLY worth the wait.
  41. IvarTheBoneless
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    This game is amazing. Though it has a couple of rough edges, overall the graphics look absolutely gorgeous. I have stopped several times just to watch in awe at its beauty. Not a lot of ganes can do this.

    The music is indredible, the best music Ive heard in any game. The characters are so much more developed than in the original. Cloud is the hero we al love, a deep and complex character,    This game is amazing. Though it has a couple of rough edges, overall the graphics look absolutely gorgeous. I have stopped several times just to watch in awe at its beauty. Not a lot of ganes can do this.

    The music is indredible, the best music Ive heard in any game. The characters are so much more developed than in the original. Cloud is the hero we al love, a deep and complex character, a badass with soft spots. Aerith is supercute and adorable.

    The gameplay is fresh, the combat is awesome, tactical and rewarding. In between battles and adventure, there's a ton of fun minigames that you will be playing.

    Is this an open world game? No, it's much more like God of War where you have a clear line but allowed to d a bitof exploring. Which makss for a much better game in my opinion.

    This game are sick!    … Expand
  42. Leon8889
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    So nostalgic. So beautiful. This is perhaps the best PS4 game I have played since the Witcher 3.
  43. Epitome22
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    Just had the credits role and holy **** did I have a great time revisiting a chunk of my childhood re-imagined for modern systems. It's everything I hoped it would be and more
  44. Fubuism
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    I have been imagining this game since the release of final fantasy Advent children. I am totally amazed, I was scared square would butcher it after the disappointment I got for final fantasy 15 and Kingdom hearts 3, but they didn't, they went head over heels and done something that kept me glued to my controller and TV for 43 hours!
    Visuals: 10/10, I don't care much about the backgrounds    I have been imagining this game since the release of final fantasy Advent children. I am totally amazed, I was scared square would butcher it after the disappointment I got for final fantasy 15 and Kingdom hearts 3, but they didn't, they went head over heels and done something that kept me glued to my controller and TV for 43 hours!
    Visuals: 10/10, I don't care much about the backgrounds which has some hiccups here and there, but the characters are alive, small features of eye emotions and smiles bring them realism, no stuttering or framedrops too!
    Sound: 10/10 the remixed songs are great, final boss theme is adrenaline pumping, new songs and battle themes are excellent, I played Japanese voice overs and I loved it.
    Gameplay 10/10 the battle system is so easy and immersive and complex at the same time, gets you to think about your weapon and materia combinations specially on hard difficulty. I am so in love with this system.
    Story 10/10, I won't spoil anything but as a veteran original player, I had a lot of eyebrow raising moments and I loved it, enuff said.
    Game of the year strong contender. Good job square, and thank you!    … Expand
  45. Nosuperman
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Really a 9.5 as no game is perfect and deserves a 10 but the remake is a masterpiece. As a huge fan of the original this is everything I hoped for and more. The people who gave it a 0 probably don't even own it.
  46. JuliuszPosmyk
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    A great return to Midgar. I've always dreamed of running around this city more. Remake made with passion. I look forward to the next parts.
  47. piter2604
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    Great story, memorable characters, great battle system that makes you think game is easy until you fight with really tough opponents. Great graphics for 7 year old console and MUSIC!!! It's worth playing just to listen to that soundtrack. Overall this game is a masterpiece!
  48. JosePhCyto
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    best game ever made this remake elevates the old ff7 to new heights. Hands down, the top 3 best games I have ever played.
  49. Starvelous
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    Unexpectly Amazing. The soundtrack IS God fier, the fighting system IS a Perfect blend of action & strategy, the characters are greatly depicted. And oh, did I talked about the soundtrack ?! This game IS one of the best of this génération and a true love letter to the original FF7. Can't wait to see what's next for us !
  50. Kratos007
    Apr 15, 2020
    10
    Many thanks to the developers. Your remake amazed me and brought me back to childhood. I liked absolutely everything! There were so many tears from the music ... I enjoyed every second of the game. The combat is striking in its beauty, just the choice of matter and their grouping with weapons gives a lot of variability in battle. Hopefully soon there will be a continuation of this amazingMany thanks to the developers. Your remake amazed me and brought me back to childhood. I liked absolutely everything! There were so many tears from the music ... I enjoyed every second of the game. The combat is striking in its beauty, just the choice of matter and their grouping with weapons gives a lot of variability in battle. Hopefully soon there will be a continuation of this amazing game. I'm really looking forward to it.… Expand
  51. Ralphmnt
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    Es una increíble pieza arte. Visualmente te deja disfrutar todas esas secuencias de pelea tan llenas de adrenalina. La música es fundamental y es totalmente necesario en cada escena icónica.
  52. skurd
    Apr 14, 2020
    9
    Très surpris par ce remake bien qu il est des défaut il est très prenant.
    La fin du jeu est très surprenante ça va diviser les fans.
    Vivement la suite.
  53. cruellae
    Apr 15, 2020
    2
    This is very much like Game of Thrones, in that a gorgeous setting and brilliant, nuanced story was ruined by the last installment. If you stop playing before you reach the final two bosses of the game, you will be glad you did, particularly if you are a fan of the original Final Fantasy VII.

    What caused the drastic shift? It happens at the exact point where the writers turn away from    This is very much like Game of Thrones, in that a gorgeous setting and brilliant, nuanced story was ruined by the last installment. If you stop playing before you reach the final two bosses of the game, you will be glad you did, particularly if you are a fan of the original Final Fantasy VII.

    What caused the drastic shift? It happens at the exact point where the writers turn away from the existing FFVII story and decide to make up their own stuff. (Unfortunately, they are not as good as the original story writers. And while some high profile devs from the original game are still onboard and in charge, they aren't the ones who wrote the story.)

    If you have not played the original, I would highly recommend doing that first, or you will miss out on a lot.    … Expand
  54. huggg
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    I really loved the game i had 30 hours of fun.. i am ready to get all the trophies. thanks so much FF7R team, you did an amazing job. 10/10.
  55. Swadey52
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SPOILERS!!! Brilliant game! Beloved characters displayed in more depth than ever before, great combat, visuals, and creative direction. The combat is extremely smooth and easy to pick up, very reminiscent of the Kingdom Hearts series, whilst still standing on its own. The visuals are breathtaking, truly bringing Midgar and its citizens to life. The added length to this part of the story allows for more in depth character moments, and prolonged interactions to build relationships. I honestly do not understand the mixed/negative reactions towards this games ending, I would have been perfectly happy with a straight up Remake off the original game, but the prospect off seeing this story play out differently, different character fates, interactions, endgame material, is beyond exciting! The original game will always be there, and it tells an amazing story on its own, but with this new series we could get something equally as great, whilst being completely new using the same wonderful characters.… Expand
  56. Phobiastrike
    Apr 21, 2020
    10
    Absolutely magnificent work. Starting from battles and gameplay, ending with the plot. Not to mention the excellent graphics. I beseech Square to continue the story, as well as to continue to complete such an excellent work on the following parts. God bless you.
  57. punkpop101
    Apr 10, 2020
    4
    I would seriously question every single 10 review on this page. Some of them said that they respected the original characters and story when in reality they butchered every single one of them with the ending of the game. The game is nowhere near a 10 and for the first time in my life I might say that some 0 scores are justified for this. It doesn't help that the game is Final Fantasy XIIII would seriously question every single 10 review on this page. Some of them said that they respected the original characters and story when in reality they butchered every single one of them with the ending of the game. The game is nowhere near a 10 and for the first time in my life I might say that some 0 scores are justified for this. It doesn't help that the game is Final Fantasy XIII levels of linear and has some of the most boring side quests to ever grace a JRPG title.… Expand
  58. Rene69
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Juegazo en todos los aspectos mucho mejor qe el original en todo no hay comparacion,ni caso a notas de 0 ningun juego merec un 0.
  59. Huzzarah
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    It most definitely **** And I need 75 characters so I'm typing this extra ****
  60. aordozo
    Apr 17, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Until I got to the ending, I was prepared to give this game high praise. After getting a chance to see the ending, it’s clear that square is treating this remake as a game meant to defy the old game and I hate it. It feels like they are giving the finger to the old game’s legacy for the sake of trying something new. That something new is confusing too and leaves serious plot holes. I am sad now that we won’t get a true remake. I wished they just focused on making a new final fantasy instead. I’ll bet money now that we won’t see that key event with aerith down the road.… Expand
  61. Mike85
    Apr 11, 2020
    1
    Alright Square. You get a 1 because the game is quite beautiful and the combat is very enjoyable. But thats it.

    Otherwise, you should be ashamed for letting Nomura go crazy and completely butcher the game's story. You promised us a faithful retelling of the story, and we got a sequel full of Kingdom Hearts-esque ridiculousness. You are liars. Incredibly disappointing.
  62. Omnirealms
    Apr 13, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. They should have called it final fantasy 7 reboot. At least then you would know going in that it wasn't the same story.… Expand
  63. Verserk
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. king god good king god good king god good
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  64. andreslop4
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    Solo puedo decir que los 5 años de espera han merecido mucho la pena.
    Este juego es una maravilla y es todo lo que los fans estábamos esperando, gracias Square Enix.
  65. Crysouls
    Aug 22, 2020
    8
    O que a square fez no final desse jogo foi genial , deixando em aberto o remake sendo um universo alternativo ou até mesmo um sequencia, mecanica de combate impecavel , enredo esta otimo porém existem alguns problemas de textura no game e por conta desta questão minha nota acaba por ser 8.
    Mas recomendo tanto pros fãs que nunca tocaram num FF quanto para os já veteranos da serie.
    A    O que a square fez no final desse jogo foi genial , deixando em aberto o remake sendo um universo alternativo ou até mesmo um sequencia, mecanica de combate impecavel , enredo esta otimo porém existem alguns problemas de textura no game e por conta desta questão minha nota acaba por ser 8.
    Mas recomendo tanto pros fãs que nunca tocaram num FF quanto para os já veteranos da serie.
    A questão de não ser igual original tbm pode afetar sua experiencia mas não deixe de jogar este game fenomenal    … Expand
  66. Turbo123
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    1 of my top 100 games of all time for sure love this game music and everything takes me back to 1997, when i played for the 1st time amazing thanks Square enix, for this MASTERPIECE for sure in the game of the year category
  67. hakusama
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    the graphic, music, gameplay, and voice acting are on point. you can feel the love and dedication of the developer when making this game
  68. Tubey
    Apr 12, 2020
    8
    FF7 Remake had the unenviable task of following a gaming juggernaught, needing to both appease the fans of the original whilst giving the same service to modern gaming sensibilities. Square Enix is a shadow of what Squaresoft where back in the 90s, when FF6, FF7, Chrono Trigger and so on where being churned out - legendary game after legendary game. So hopes were not high for me,FF7 Remake had the unenviable task of following a gaming juggernaught, needing to both appease the fans of the original whilst giving the same service to modern gaming sensibilities. Square Enix is a shadow of what Squaresoft where back in the 90s, when FF6, FF7, Chrono Trigger and so on where being churned out - legendary game after legendary game. So hopes were not high for me, especially after the somewhat disappointing FF15.

    But here we are with the remake. Is it as good as the original? No. In many ways it doesn't even come close to it.

    But is it better than any reasonable person could have hoped for? Absolutely yes.

    I'll start with my complaints. First, this really didn't need to be episodic. The padding is borderline criminal - particularly the numerous pointless side quests - just to expand the Midgar section into a 'full' game. Midgar in the original was actually just a few hours long; it just felt longer because of teh quality and depth of content that was crammed into that location. Remake simultaneously fleshes out the world of Midgar but makes it much more shallow feeling at the same time.

    That said, you don't really have to worry about avoiding spoilers for the next few years until the next part, because this isn't a straight up rehash of the original. Instead, the story - initially following the original beat for beat - goes off on a mad tangent towards the end, and honestly I feel this is to the detriment of the game. It feels like they were in a desperate rush to introduce certain characters. The story also lends itself to another issue the game has - extreme linearity. Not as bad as FF13 with the endless corridors, but not far off from it either, because the game wants to hit story notes one after the other and therefore has little time to allow the player some individual expression.

    They are flaws - and big ones - but it would be remiss of me not to now focus on the positives, of which there are many more. The combat system - my biggest fear of all going in - is beautifully done. The incorporation of materia into a live battle system has been majestically done. I thought I'd miss ATB in Remake and it would sour the game for me; remarkably it hasn't. The characters are spot on - again, my fear was they'd be diluted and taken too seriously, but no; the comedic element is there, the voices (for the most part) are perfectly fitting and the expansion of the side character development here is a definite improvement over the original. Graphically, this is absolutely gorgeous - Midgar feels alive, the characters are animated wonderfully - it is in every way the world you imagined in your minds' eye when playing the original with those blocky little characters. The anticipation to see Cosmo Canyon etc. in the next episode for me now is HUGE!

    I have long felt that the soundtrack for Final Fantasy 7 was the most beautiful, complete, awe-inspiring soundtrack in gaming history - one that tells a story in its' own right. The remake reaffirms that view for me - it is glorious. Yet... for me, not quite as impactful as the originals. I think the music is too... smooth? It's hard to explain, but I think the lower quality "abrupt" notes from the original left more of an impression, especially in the flow of the game in Remake and when the sound effects in battle seem to drown out the battle theme.

    Overall, despite my fears about it going in, FF7 Remake is an easy recommendation to make. At least for me. I feel that a lot of your enjoyment of it is going to depend on your expectations going in. If you're a FF7 veteran, try and bare in mind that this isn't a replacement for the original; it's a reimagining of it. The original still exists for you. It was never going to be as good as the original for you.

    But for those new to the game or even the franchise? Here's your perfect jumping in point. Enjoy!    … Expand
  69. EatYoga
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    As a fan of the original game, all I can say is that the gameplay of remake feels more like an action spin-off, but a good one. The battle system is different and challenging and exciting, but it gives a very different feel for the game. Instead of feeling like a force getting stronger and stronger to the point where you're unmatched and need to seek out ever more powerful monsters. WhereAs a fan of the original game, all I can say is that the gameplay of remake feels more like an action spin-off, but a good one. The battle system is different and challenging and exciting, but it gives a very different feel for the game. Instead of feeling like a force getting stronger and stronger to the point where you're unmatched and need to seek out ever more powerful monsters. Where with every battle you get a chance to marvel at the grandiose magic effects and summons you cast. Remake makes you feel more like you're just getting by, always pushed to the limits enemy after enemy, and you'll spend most your time looking at the health bars, ATB gauges and small section of the battle trying to actively evade and block attacks.

    Don't get me wrong, it is a fun and captivating battle system, one that grows on you and I wish future FF games adopt, but it gives a very different gameplay feel to the game compared to the original.

    Beyond the battle system feeling so different, remake improves on everything else. The story is deepened, the characters are well enacted and have their recognizable personalities. The world is gorgeous. Midgar is actually made interesting. I found the missions were well designed and kept me engaged, I even enjoyed the side quests. I also love how they show you that there are secrets for you to find, but don't tell you how, making it into a bit of an exploration puzzle. Quite clever, and I wish more games did that.

    Overall, I think remake did a great job, and I've had a blast with it from start to finish, didn't get bored at any point. I can't wait for the next installment, and see where they take it!

    P.S.: I was hesitant at first with splitting the game up, but this new take on Midgar really sets up the story better in my opinion. As long as they do release the other parts and don't go HalfLife on us I'll be happy.    … Expand
  70. GabrielMR
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    Extremely well made! It's a must play to all the original final fantasy VII! So great!
  71. THA2342
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    I absolutely loved this game. I enjoyed getting to know more characters, especially Jessie and Midgar as a whole. I was depressed when the game ended and immediately wanted to go back. Not sure why all these other folks are rating the game 0, but Square Enix did a fantastic job to me and I can't wait to continue the journey. So what if the game diverts from the original by changing theI absolutely loved this game. I enjoyed getting to know more characters, especially Jessie and Midgar as a whole. I was depressed when the game ended and immediately wanted to go back. Not sure why all these other folks are rating the game 0, but Square Enix did a fantastic job to me and I can't wait to continue the journey. So what if the game diverts from the original by changing the future, I still enjoyed the game!… Expand
  72. WhiteEagle
    Apr 14, 2020
    9
    Sorry for my poor English, not a native speaker. FF8 is my favorite FF, but I must admit that FF7 remake just brought me more joy than FF8 did back in my childhood. The combat system is top-notch, if you like ACT then you can bind abilities and spells to hotkeys, making the combat a flashy and seamless real-time brawling just like DMC. If you prefer the classic turn-based Active TimeSorry for my poor English, not a native speaker. FF8 is my favorite FF, but I must admit that FF7 remake just brought me more joy than FF8 did back in my childhood. The combat system is top-notch, if you like ACT then you can bind abilities and spells to hotkeys, making the combat a flashy and seamless real-time brawling just like DMC. If you prefer the classic turn-based Active Time Battle then it'd also be satisfying to make tactical decisions using the command menu during which time is slowed so you can carefully choose your target and pick your abilities. What I don't like about it is the lock-on camera, sometimes it's just hard for you to see the target you're currently locking on, they should have made the locked-on target centered or something. Anyway, it's a great remake, and one even someone new to the FF series can enjoy.… Expand
  73. yj1995
    Apr 15, 2020
    10
    This is the most interesting RPG I've ever played, Everyone thought it was a "remake", but after you complete the game, you will find that's not a simple "remake", the death of Aerith made me sad for such a long time, i always wanted a different ending, now my wish gonna be true because of square enix, this makes me exciting, I'm looking forward to chapter two.
  74. Sacrificedhero
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    FF7R super las expectativas de cualquier fan de la saga, pero sin olvidar a los nuevos jugadores. Posee un sistema de combate dinámico con varios niveles (clásico, normal y fácil) pensado para todo tipo de jugadores y la experiencia que busquen en el juego. Pero lo importante es la historia. De principio a fin es un torbellino de noticias inesperadas, momentos que van directos a laFF7R super las expectativas de cualquier fan de la saga, pero sin olvidar a los nuevos jugadores. Posee un sistema de combate dinámico con varios niveles (clásico, normal y fácil) pensado para todo tipo de jugadores y la experiencia que busquen en el juego. Pero lo importante es la historia. De principio a fin es un torbellino de noticias inesperadas, momentos que van directos a la nostalgia pero sin recurrir al fanservice. Los últimos capítulos suponen una recta final que te deja claro en qué dirección irán el resto de entregas del FF7R. Estamos ante una innovación hasta ahora desconocida en los videojuegos a nivel narrativo. Todo un espectáculo cargado de cariño para cualquier fan de la saga y un buen motivo para adentrarse en ella.… Expand
  75. Nyjets1080
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    Simply amazing

    Best soundtrack of all time with excellent controls, beautiful graphics and a superb combat system.
  76. AelBlu
    Apr 13, 2020
    2
    I expected "Remake" to be the title, not a plot point. I went in with an open mind, and gladly accepted the changes that were made to the original story up until chapter 18. This isn't a remake... It's FF7-2, and a reBOOT. You just don't find out until the final hour.
  77. Terryd21
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    If I had to pick one game of my childhood, that would be the one. I remembered fondly vacationing in Spain at 14 with my parents and begging to take the ps1 with me (what a nolife). I was a bit bummed out being separated from my first girlfriend for those 2 weeks, so I named Aerith by her name, and since it was my replay of the game and I knew the story, I had decided to train the hell outIf I had to pick one game of my childhood, that would be the one. I remembered fondly vacationing in Spain at 14 with my parents and begging to take the ps1 with me (what a nolife). I was a bit bummed out being separated from my first girlfriend for those 2 weeks, so I named Aerith by her name, and since it was my replay of the game and I knew the story, I had decided to train the hell out of Aerith, you know, to see what happen after the end of disk 1 with Aerith being level 99 (well nothing different happened haha) This to give you some context as how I was involved emotionally with that game, as I am sure lots of you have been. Here I am at 35 playing the remake and it’s just amazing. I have not played the game since my childhood, in fact I have not been getting into any games. It’s been rarely that I am finishing a game, and I am certainly on track to finish this one. I am at 20 hours and barely making it to the squat challenge. To the fact that only disk one is in in the remake thus far, it’s obvious it’s a whole different beast and the new dynamic of game development could not have made possible to have to full extent of the original games. Midgar was always my favorite part of the game, and I remember at the end of disk one always being sad I was leaving it to kill that damn snake.
    I am yet to see the supposed plot twist at the end of the remake, but I am not too worried about it, I think I can take a guess...

    If you have like me loved that game, they canot be a better game (and better time) to buy this masterpiece and indulge into some good old final fantasy. Enjoy!    … Expand
  78. CarlosRayon
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    Me esperaba mucho menos de este remake. Realmente me ha sorprendido. Opino que se ha adaptado el juego original con mucho respeto y cariño.
  79. derv69
    Apr 10, 2020
    9
    Pretty heckin great game. Visually amazing. Loving the world building. Thinking of the total built up that game will have until the ending and other various climaxes of the game is getting me pumped!
  80. Mightylink
    Aug 10, 2023
    9
    This is the best remake I've seen, it stays true to the original story, dialog, costumes and music, it just feels like a modern update to the original game and that's the way it should be, I love it! It's basically the same game in today's graphics with a new battle system, and some extra content added on top of it, the only downside is that its only part 1 to the full game so we'll haveThis is the best remake I've seen, it stays true to the original story, dialog, costumes and music, it just feels like a modern update to the original game and that's the way it should be, I love it! It's basically the same game in today's graphics with a new battle system, and some extra content added on top of it, the only downside is that its only part 1 to the full game so we'll have to wait for the rest later.… Expand
  81. Arctosa
    Apr 10, 2020
    3
    Visually, the game is absolutely stunning, the artistic direction, the character design, everything that involves using your eyes is a thing of beauty, an absolute masterclass.
    Everything else is simply a gigantic mess.
    The soundtrack is overall a mixed bag, some musics have been reorchestrated, with inspiration, and talent, some others have been simply stripped of their souls, and are    Visually, the game is absolutely stunning, the artistic direction, the character design, everything that involves using your eyes is a thing of beauty, an absolute masterclass.
    Everything else is simply a gigantic mess.

    The soundtrack is overall a mixed bag, some musics have been reorchestrated, with inspiration, and talent, some others have been simply stripped of their souls, and are simply unrecognizable. The music of the motorbike scene nearly had me cutting the sound. The voice acting on the other hand is spot-on, but that was expected.
    The battle system is a giant mess, unresponsive, unprecise, unbalanced, the aerial fights are terrible and highlight the numerous camera problems, the materia system simply doesn't work in an action oriented game, or at least not in this case.

    The progression is even worse, and clearly explain why this game make us go through roughly 10% of the original game, because it is filled with uninteresting sidequests, and even most of the main story (yes, the main story got changed A LOT) simply isn't interesting.

    As expected from the Final Fantasy series at this point, a visual experience, nothing more.    … Expand
  82. Ruffy97
    Apr 11, 2020
    9
    Es ist gut wird viel Wert auf Story gelegt. Für mich daher 9 Punkte, da der Spielablauf schon dadurch sich etwas gefühlt sich zieht
  83. noglitcheandbug
    Apr 20, 2020
    9
    Great game! Too short!
    TOO SHORT AND the "blood scene" is not red!
    The gameplay is what FF13-3 should have been. It does seem like in hard difficulty mode, i have to use a cord or the game wont register certain buttons. PlayStation needs to make long cords for controllers. Camera Scould be better
  84. Danimita
    Apr 13, 2020
    8
    Sure, they could've just stuck to the original story and released the whole thing in one go, but that's the world we live in today. Square Enix needs to make money off of this thing. If each of the installments in this "remake project" are as good as this one, however, I'm fully on board. Even if it's just the beginning of a larger story, this is the best Final Fantasy game we've had inSure, they could've just stuck to the original story and released the whole thing in one go, but that's the world we live in today. Square Enix needs to make money off of this thing. If each of the installments in this "remake project" are as good as this one, however, I'm fully on board. Even if it's just the beginning of a larger story, this is the best Final Fantasy game we've had in the past decade, with an excellent combat system that is everything FFXV tried to do but never quite achieved.
    My only gripe with this game is a very Nomura-esque convoluted subplot they tacked onto the story only for the sake of fan-service and making the escape from Midgar far more epic. Did it work? Yes! Damn that ending was epic! Was it necessary, though? Nope. FFVII's story is already convoluted enough. Let's not make it more obtuse than it has to be, please. Luckily, this subplot is barely touched upon until the very end, but still.    … Expand
  85. Theseus77
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    It's just caressing the soul.Beautiful graphics, music, epic fights .. There are even minor mistakes, but it forgives ...
  86. Daniel0809
    Apr 12, 2020
    8
    (EDITED)1st play through-game is great until the honey bee inn. weird! still a great game but not sure i liked cloud cross dressing. the option to lower the skill level to easy is nice and u can save your game anytime.
    2nd play through- im enjoying the main story but the side quest this time annoyed me, not sure why but im getting tired of the game.
  87. TallSaint
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    Absolutely brilliant. FFVII has been one of my favourite games of all time for over 20 years. I am 36 years old now and I can tell you that this is so incredibly refreshing and nostalgic. What rich, rich character depth and atmospheric beauty. The kids that are rating this poorly have no taste. What a spectacular remake! There will be further, lush chapters to this, you idiot kids.
  88. Amleida
    Apr 15, 2020
    9
    It’s not an absolutely perfect, flawless game, and I have some issues with the game’s general pacing, but Final Fantasy 7R as a whole is a great experience. I especially appreciate how they’ve modified the weapon and materia systems.

    Even typically assumed weaker weapons can be useful now, as it’s all a matter of play style, and weapons you may have left to collect dust sometimes become    It’s not an absolutely perfect, flawless game, and I have some issues with the game’s general pacing, but Final Fantasy 7R as a whole is a great experience. I especially appreciate how they’ve modified the weapon and materia systems.

    Even typically assumed weaker weapons can be useful now, as it’s all a matter of play style, and weapons you may have left to collect dust sometimes become useful again as your character levels up and all weapons receive new «weapon spheres» that sometimes add unique bonuses depending on the weapon it’s for. Good examples of this are one of Cloud’s later weapons and Tifa’s early weapon, Iron Fist, which has insane physical damage at any point in the game, but at the expense of magic damage.

    Cloud’s late game weapon, on the other hand, has low physical damage, but higher magic damage that somewhat allows him to overcome his general lack of magical proficiency - especially, considering it comes with an attached ability that I won’t spoil. Feom what I recall, the Materia system in the original game wasn’t this complex, as it sometimes matters whether you place them in the weapon or armor slots, and there are tons of combinations that allow for more strategy. Final Fantasy 7R is an excellent game that I didn’t accept imnediately. It doesn’t always quite capture the essence of the original game, in my opinion - not to the extent that I would’ve desired from a more purist point of view anyway, but it doesn’t seem like that was Nomura’s intention. It’s a re-imagination of the original game, and for what it is, they’ve done certain things well above expectations, and other things not so well. It does have a fair share of minor flaws, and I found the pacing a bit frustrating at times, but it also surprised me how polished the game feels. It’s definitely an ambitious game, and I’m really excited to find out what happens next, because when FF7R doesn’t beat around the bush with it’s often slow pacing and mostly underwhelming side-quests, it tells a story that becomes drastically more epic and immersive towards the last few hours of the experience.    … Expand
  89. Jhirael
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    This Remake is all about heart. They made the world of Midgard and its characters come alive. I loved the original but this one, in my humble opinion, is even better. I've now started to care for secondary characters such as Jessie, Biggs, and Wedge. I now better understand the relationship between Tifa and Cloud. Midgard is no longer just a junkyard slums environment but people goingThis Remake is all about heart. They made the world of Midgard and its characters come alive. I loved the original but this one, in my humble opinion, is even better. I've now started to care for secondary characters such as Jessie, Biggs, and Wedge. I now better understand the relationship between Tifa and Cloud. Midgard is no longer just a junkyard slums environment but people going about their daily lives as they are neglected by Shinra.

    The battle system that fuses old school turn-based with real-time action makes me feel the intensity of each battle. Unlike Kingdom Hearts that utilizes a similar system though, I don't feel the need to just button mash as you also need to consider your actions and how you tackle a variety of opponents. I rarely post reviews of games (though there have been a lot that also caught my heart) but this one, I can honestly say is such a love letter to fans and a great, warm welcome to new players. I can't wait for the next segments of FF7 Remake.    … Expand
  90. Alberto4k
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    El mejor juego de la generación. Es trepidante y espectacular desde que empieza hasta que acaba. El gameplay, la música y los gráficos son todo de obra maestra.Se nota el cariño que ha puesto square Enix en el desarrollo del juego. Es un juego completo de una parte del clásico, recomendable 100%.No hagáis caso a los haters, merece la pena cada € gastado en El juego
  91. StormDanno
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A Colossal Game, we all start the new Jrpg history from here, the definition of perfect game, Square Enix made a game like when they are the Legendary Squaresoft, the Software House of dreams.
    Story, Graphic, Cast, Soundtrack, Emotion, Gameplay, writing, direction all are from a level far beyond the other games.
    The Basic Materia System, a mechanic system while define the Rpg industry, made a new level!
    The active time battle too, the perfection of action and turn base system.
    I Can't speak more, its all too much Great, no other words, buy the game and live it.    … Expand
  92. Diablosevil2
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    Não sei como descrever a nostalgia e a beleza desse jogo, eles pegaram tudo que tinha no FF7 de PSONE, e jogaram tudo para a nova plataforma em uma mecanica incrivel, você passa horas e horas, jogando e não se da conta que esta passando as horas e você ainda esta na mesma missão e não e enjoativo, cutcenes maravilhosas como no longa metragem. fora os momentos hilários, eu ainda estouNão sei como descrever a nostalgia e a beleza desse jogo, eles pegaram tudo que tinha no FF7 de PSONE, e jogaram tudo para a nova plataforma em uma mecanica incrivel, você passa horas e horas, jogando e não se da conta que esta passando as horas e você ainda esta na mesma missão e não e enjoativo, cutcenes maravilhosas como no longa metragem. fora os momentos hilários, eu ainda estou jogando indo para 10 Horas de jogo e nem sei se fiz 20% do jogo ou menos, por que da vontade de explorar cada canto, cada pedacinho do mapa atras de materia e itens, algo que só tive quando joguei FFXV, como fã, da seria não tenho nada a reclamar até agora, o jogo esta simplesmente maravilho.… Expand
  93. GaryMc_Live
    Apr 14, 2020
    9
    FF7R is almost the masterpiece that the original was. If you look at this game as a brand new product, disregard what you know from the 1997 release and understand that this is a complete re-imagining of the story and characters you will be completely blown away by the scale and ambition on show here. The combat mechanics feel incredibly deep and the game can be very challenging at points.FF7R is almost the masterpiece that the original was. If you look at this game as a brand new product, disregard what you know from the 1997 release and understand that this is a complete re-imagining of the story and characters you will be completely blown away by the scale and ambition on show here. The combat mechanics feel incredibly deep and the game can be very challenging at points. With the improvements to the narrative and character development, it’s hard to deny that the episodic nature they have decided to re-create FF7 with is the wrong choice. Taking the time to develop the characters further than before and taking the risks to push the narrative further than the original could have possibly gone. If the Remakes future titles keep this level of polish and creative freedom, it could easily overshadow the original but as it stands, it walks a fine line and future instalments will be the make-or-break here.… Expand
  94. Clan_Killer187x
    Apr 16, 2020
    9
    The game is a beautiful nostalgic roller coaster of emotion that I absolutely loved and by the end felt conflicted and curious about what will come next. The game absolutely has kingdom hearts and Final Fantasy 15 vibes though this, in saying that the game is a absolute love letter to fans of the original that at the same time feels fresh. Excited for the next installment to come. Music isThe game is a beautiful nostalgic roller coaster of emotion that I absolutely loved and by the end felt conflicted and curious about what will come next. The game absolutely has kingdom hearts and Final Fantasy 15 vibes though this, in saying that the game is a absolute love letter to fans of the original that at the same time feels fresh. Excited for the next installment to come. Music is 10/10 movie quality with sound effects. Graphics when it comes to the main character's have been lovingly updated with careful design not to notice the lack of care on non major npcs… Expand
  95. Phinixdown
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    It's a shame that people still don't figure out the fact that it's an iconic title that outshone their favourite. Git gud, fellows! Final Fantasy VII is alive, more than ever! Thank you, Square Enix! This is a masterpiece.
  96. Jyret
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    What i always wanted is here.. and its good in all its glory. Amazing soundtrack, gameplay and graphics!
  97. Arau
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Best new ff7 Game for ever bécause à remake is perfect respect for original ff7
  98. Bish27
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Final Fantasy was the first PS 1 game I played as a child and I was mesmerized by the story, the music, and the scope of the game! 23 years later, I have finally had the chance to play the remake. I have to say, it's amazing. The battle mechanics, the cinematography, the music, the characters. This is a great into to what's going to great series. I can't wait to play the rest of the gamesFinal Fantasy was the first PS 1 game I played as a child and I was mesmerized by the story, the music, and the scope of the game! 23 years later, I have finally had the chance to play the remake. I have to say, it's amazing. The battle mechanics, the cinematography, the music, the characters. This is a great into to what's going to great series. I can't wait to play the rest of the games when the world opens up. 10/10.… Expand
  99. Akzel
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Great game so far! I've played around 7 hours and I can see every little moment I used to play when I was little bit with a lot of content all around it that add a lot a information about secondary characters. The game bring more depth to the original story. I was like "oh wow this is the place I remember" I must have finished Final Fantasy VII original more than 10 times and playing thisGreat game so far! I've played around 7 hours and I can see every little moment I used to play when I was little bit with a lot of content all around it that add a lot a information about secondary characters. The game bring more depth to the original story. I was like "oh wow this is the place I remember" I must have finished Final Fantasy VII original more than 10 times and playing this remake is an absolute blast. I read peoples saying bad things about not being a proper remake and not faithful to the source material.. Well they probably don't know what they are talking about because that game got everything so far with extra. Now stop reading reviews and go play the game and have your proper opinion about it.… Expand
  100. Pmememan
    Apr 10, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is not a remake. It is not a remaster.

    THIS GAME IS A SEQUEL/SPIN OFF DISGUISED AS A REMAKE, and it's not even a good spin-off.

    What was once a story about loss and environmental awareness is now a story about time travelling ghosts trying to stop a time travelling Sephiroth from changing the timelines.

    Yes, the new story is about Sephiroth (the one from Advent Children) travelling back in time to change the timeline so that he wins. He is followed back in time by ghosts that try to make sure everything happens as it should.

    So while the first few hours are a faithful 1:1 remake, it very quickly changes to this new, Kingdom Hearts tier storyline that has nothing to do with the original

    Sephiroths character has been assassinated by this new story. In the original, he was a mysterious, threatening entity. You rarely saw the guy, you mostly just saw what he did. The impaled midgar zolom, the massacre at Shinra HQ, the nibelheim flashback. He was so intriguing as a villain because he was mysterious. In the new game every hour or so, Sephiroth shows up and does some monologue that has nothing to do with the original story, because as I said, this isn't a remake

    The game then ends with an Advent Children tier cutscene in which Cloud and co are flying around, slicing flying buildings in half, having a one on one duel with Sephiroth in space, fighting a giant flying time travelling monster.

    Um, how are we supposed to go on to the rest of the game after that? The stakes have been set so high at the first part of this multi game series that the pacing is pretty much screwed up forever.

    Also the whole concept of the time ghosts is stupid. Every time something cool is about to happen, they show up and completely ruin the atmosphere. They were effectively just an excuse for Nomura to rewrite the entire story past this first part.

    The gameplay and cinematics are nice, but that's about it.

    Nomura tricked everyone into buying his FF7 fanfic and I can't believe people are falling for it    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 126 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  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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