Final Fantasy VII Remake

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  1. JK_PROGAMER
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    The perfect game - fantastic story, amazing graphics, gorgeous music, loveable characters and brilliant ideas brought in to create an absolutely stunning masterpiece!!!
  2. VRTester85
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This is a game for the fans. But not only that, it's a masterpiece on its own, but manages to get the old time players to feel all kinds of nostalgic feelings, mixed with a sense of awe and surprise. And the so-called purists, who say "this is not the same game", maybe need to think that being something new and re-imagined, a sequel of some sort, depending on how story plays on 2nd part,This is a game for the fans. But not only that, it's a masterpiece on its own, but manages to get the old time players to feel all kinds of nostalgic feelings, mixed with a sense of awe and surprise. And the so-called purists, who say "this is not the same game", maybe need to think that being something new and re-imagined, a sequel of some sort, depending on how story plays on 2nd part, is what will keep us playing, the nostalgia is good, but nowhere near as good as a journey of discovery. We need new things to look forward to, while having the elements we loved about the old game here. Square did it right. Personally, FF VII Remake is my new all-time favorite game, and I mean it. It's art doing what art should do: make us feel.… Expand
  3. chaoci
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This is my first time to play the Final Fantasy series. this game has an amazing story. I'm happy to play second round for experiencing the epic story again.
  4. jaitive
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Su jugabilidad es perfecta y buenísima perfectamente balanceada, sobre todo en la parte de cambio de personaje, en lo personal me encanto , no le hace falta nada de a Perfecto así como es y espero con ansias el siguiente capítulo del remake
  5. JLN1994
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Amazing and beutiful gamesjfjkkdkdkddkskskskskakskskskskskskskskkskskkdkdkdkskskkzskzkdkdkdkdkdkdkdkdk
  6. Wylson3br
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos, só faltou a dublagem em pt/br. Jogo incrível!!!
  7. SirPippwise
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    When Square Enix revealed that Final Fantasy VII was getting a remake, I had a mixed reaction. I was incredibly excited. However, that excitement was tempered by dread that one of my favorite games (favorite stories, for that matter) would be modernized, butchered or disrespected as seems to be the case with so many remakes and reboots.

    Upon completing the game several times to cement    When Square Enix revealed that Final Fantasy VII was getting a remake, I had a mixed reaction. I was incredibly excited. However, that excitement was tempered by dread that one of my favorite games (favorite stories, for that matter) would be modernized, butchered or disrespected as seems to be the case with so many remakes and reboots.

    Upon completing the game several times to cement my opinion, I am happy to say it's excellent. Is it as good as the original game? In my humble opinion, no. But how many remakes can say they are? Some, but not many.

    I'm sure there are many reviews to be watched or read that thoroughly break down each aspect of the game and its history to make their point, so I won't do the same here. I'll just break down some of the broader pieces of the game and my opinions on them.

    Combat: Square Enix spent a lot of time trying to perfect the way this game plays and I think it shows. The battle system is exactly what you would imagine if the original Final Fantasy VII was turned into an action RPG. Each weapon collected has a skill tree and unique abilities that keep combat fresh and make progression truly rewarding. Each character also plays completely differently which adds another layer of complexity and strategy that keeps your interest throughout the entirety of the game. The materia system returned and is, in most ways, the same as the original with the main difference being that real time combat necessitates some of the materia works a little differently. I can't wait to see how this is expanded upon in future installments.

    The World: Midgar was translated so beautifully into this game. From the Mako Reactors, to the Sector 7 Slums, to Wall Market, everything was translated so faithfully and really made me feel like I was there. Having a camera that you can use to look around areas which, in the original, were limited by a fixed view, really made locations like Aerith's house or Don Corneo's mansion so much more immersive. In the original, Midgar was a rather linear place without a lot of ways to explore it. But the remake opens it up and fills it with side quests and new characters and story elements that make it feel more alive and less linear.

    The Story: One thing I was struck by in this game at first were the subtle differences in the way events played out. Overall, it's a very faithful, and very respectful, translation of the original. The characters are faithfully represented. Cloud is still the wannabe-cool hero. Barret has a tough exterior, but also a heart of gold. Hojo is still... Hojo. And all of the familiar beats of the story are there and presented in a way that respects the original game. But it distinguishes itself with those aforementioned subtle changes. If you're a fan of the original, you will absolutely pick up on those. You'll wonder, "Why did it happen this way instead?" And you'll get your answer. But I don't do spoilers, so I won't get into it. I'll just say, the story was the part I was most concerned about when it came to a remake of this game. But I walked away very happy with a faithful rendition of the original, with some interesting new content that I feel was vital to keep fans of the original Final Fantasy VII engaged.

    In summary, I adored this game and am happy to have it in my collection. I look forward to seeing where we go in subsequent installments. I give this game a 10/10.    … Expand
  8. ksmartin
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Hadn’t played the original FFVII on PS1, I was first introduced to the series by playing through Crisis Core FFVII, which was a real classic to me. Fans like me have been waiting for this remake for so long. All I have to say is, the game is just so perfect, it is definitely worth the wait. Every element in this game is just unbelievable, the story, the cut scene, the score, the charactersHadn’t played the original FFVII on PS1, I was first introduced to the series by playing through Crisis Core FFVII, which was a real classic to me. Fans like me have been waiting for this remake for so long. All I have to say is, the game is just so perfect, it is definitely worth the wait. Every element in this game is just unbelievable, the story, the cut scene, the score, the characters build up, the boss fights, even the battle system (you will find the battle system is really well designed when you play the hard mode, where you can fully experience the speed, the tension and the technique required brought by the battle system. This game is more than just a remake, it is a evolution of gaming experience in decades.… Expand
  9. D4RK-D1AM0ND
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this game. This is my first Final Fantasy game ever and a lot of people were saying the original was good to start on so when I saw this revealed I figured I’d wait for this but after research it’s not the exact same like with the whispers and stuff. I would recommend this game it’s amazing if you want a JRPG this is perfect start with amazing story, (with granted a bit of filler) great gameplay especially since it plays a lot like an action game (and no you don’t have to micro manage the AI on your team they’re pretty smart) and amazing voice acting. The story isn’t that long the ending is a bit empty but it was just so it could feel a bit more like a full game considering it’s a multi part series. Amazing game would recommend.… Expand
  10. KannaGumi
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    A simple review for a simple game, taking plot devices from the original and twisting them in unexpected ways while giving us extremely enjoyable gameplay in an action RPG setting over the original turn based ways all coming to an ending that leaves us open to more and, for me personally, excited to see what they plan to do with the future of the franchise
  11. hstacey
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Fresh take on beloved material - enjoyed pretty much every second. Loved the new battle system, and that they didn’t pull punches with the bosses. The fights were truly difficult, the story was great, can’t wait for part 3.
  12. melanzanaviola
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    At least this game is more real than women's rights

    W la figa e chi la castiga
  13. WeronikaKrold
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Top game on ps4. FFVII remake has the best scenario ever, amazing characters design and graphics. Music at the highest level. Battle system better than ever before, tactical mode looks amazing. I'm waiting for the next parts which will also be the best.
  14. DTPgaming
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    I've committed more hours to the original than I can count, and had my own worries this one may not live up to my expectations. I can happily say it exceeded my hopes for it, and was one of the best games I've plated in years. They fleshed out not only the main characters and Midgar as well, but even the side characters and monsters even fit into the areas they show up in. If you're a longI've committed more hours to the original than I can count, and had my own worries this one may not live up to my expectations. I can happily say it exceeded my hopes for it, and was one of the best games I've plated in years. They fleshed out not only the main characters and Midgar as well, but even the side characters and monsters even fit into the areas they show up in. If you're a long time fan or a new player to the series I would recommend this to anyone to play if you want a great dog under your belt.… Expand
  15. toshikiro
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Best ARPG game in ps4.
    and is only the first hours of the original game.
    PS5 relase hope take all the game... because this can be the best game of the PS series.
  16. Big-IJ
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    It really is an excellent "Remake" of the original game, although the full game itself was not shown, it feels great and is true to the original. I would like them to take a second part to conclude the game with all the story that remains to tell, everything else is very well accomplished.
  17. Otari00
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Una auténtica maravilla. Regresar a Midgar, después de tanto tiempo, con este aspecto imponente ha sido impresionante, asi como volver a jugar con estos personajes tan queridos por todos con un aspecto increible. También decir que es una pasada este sistema de combate, de lo mejor que he jugado en mucho tiempo, muy dinámico y divertido. Una joya, al que algunos problemillas en algunaUna auténtica maravilla. Regresar a Midgar, después de tanto tiempo, con este aspecto imponente ha sido impresionante, asi como volver a jugar con estos personajes tan queridos por todos con un aspecto increible. También decir que es una pasada este sistema de combate, de lo mejor que he jugado en mucho tiempo, muy dinámico y divertido. Una joya, al que algunos problemillas en alguna textura no le resta ni un ápice en la nota.… Expand
  18. Sereivuth
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    excellent remake du jeu final fantasy 7 je me suis pas ennuyé dessus les combats sont dynamique
  19. Xcience
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This game succeed my expectations. The story cannot be improved better, the dialogues and battle mechanics makes you feel in the skin of each character. Minigames are really fun and cool, the music is very good and the graphics are really awesome! A must play for FF7 fans! :)
  20. Realness_g
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    Gran remake, buen sistema de combate y nostalgia plus.
    Los pequeños cambios y el final son aceptables pero veremos en las proximas entregas....

    En general un muy buen remake.
  21. slavatest
    Sep 14, 2021
    7
    Good game, but doesn't have Russian language. No localization, no subtitles.
  22. Izumi_havok
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Waiting for the next game!!!!
    From the year 97' i use to imagine whit the greates graphics and now its here
  23. FranzKamikaze
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    Siento que este hasta ahora es el juego del año. Tantos años de espera y veo que han dado fruto. Excelentes gráficos, excelente jugabilidad en batallas y la música... impresionante, de lo mejor! Vale la pena tanto para los fans como para nuevos jugadores. Tiene un par de detalles, la cámara no es perfecta en ocasiones, algunos personajes secundarios y NPC se sienten menos trabajados queSiento que este hasta ahora es el juego del año. Tantos años de espera y veo que han dado fruto. Excelentes gráficos, excelente jugabilidad en batallas y la música... impresionante, de lo mejor! Vale la pena tanto para los fans como para nuevos jugadores. Tiene un par de detalles, la cámara no es perfecta en ocasiones, algunos personajes secundarios y NPC se sienten menos trabajados que los principales, pero aun asi es excelente juego. Mi único temor es que aunque la historia esta mucho mas desarrollada comparada con la del PS1, se hagan demasiados cambios y sea totalmente diferente y quiten los momentos inolvidables que hicieron de FF7 una obra maestra. Hay cosas de la historia de NO DEBEN cambiar para que este Remake sea memorable, espero Square tenga en cuenta eso y no nos arruinen la historia, que esta aunque hay algunas decisiones que tomaron algo dudosas, aun así sigue siendo muy buena. Comprenlo, les va a gustar.… Expand
  24. MANXMAN76
    Sep 19, 2021
    6
    I did have a fun time with this game but holy **** it's just full of filler content that was not needed like a third of the game is stuff that has nothing to do with the game or just backtracking the same paths over and over feeling very linear and boring with bosses dragging on too long as well as changes the story or has a separate universe were certain characters live in the remake butI did have a fun time with this game but holy **** it's just full of filler content that was not needed like a third of the game is stuff that has nothing to do with the game or just backtracking the same paths over and over feeling very linear and boring with bosses dragging on too long as well as changes the story or has a separate universe were certain characters live in the remake but not in the original game that does affect the story in a major way and this wasn't even a full remake it's a fifth of the original game I'm not going to buy 4 more parts of this story to complete FF7 sorry but this is a let down to me… Expand
  25. Gamias5
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This game did an amazing job bringing a classic to next gen. Their new battle mechanic system is very addicting for an action RPGs. Graphics a fantastic for this generation and music.
  26. Timmytop12345
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    I absolutely loved this game, I think every part of it was bang on, the combat, for a final fantasy game, was engaging, had depth and was just really enjoyable. The musical score is possibly the beat I’ve heard in a video game and the story beats had me laughing, shocked me and had me selling up at times.
  27. Saigad
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Perfect remake, nice graphics and history is the same as the original, waiting part 2
  28. lamen_table
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Buen juego, muy disfrutable en todos los aspectos en general .… Expand
  29. CrackBandicoot
    Mar 7, 2022
    4
    I will never understand why FF13 gets so much flack for being linear, but this game is praised to no end. Sure, this game technically has side quests, but you have to complete them before you move on to the next area or you are never able to complete them. I hate when games do this, and FF7 is no exception.
    The combat is not particularly well done either. It feels like it's trying to be    I will never understand why FF13 gets so much flack for being linear, but this game is praised to no end. Sure, this game technically has side quests, but you have to complete them before you move on to the next area or you are never able to complete them. I hate when games do this, and FF7 is no exception.
    The combat is not particularly well done either. It feels like it's trying to be turn based and real time simultaneously and it just doesn't work. This game's rendition of the AP system is a shallow attempt at making combat similar to the original game. Needing to rack up damage in order to use offensive abilities makes sense, but needing to do this to heal your party doesn't make much sense. In a turn based game you would choose to either deal damage or heal yourself. In this combat system, you have to do both and it makes no sense. This game would be much better if it went all in in either direction. I would prefer turn based combat, but even going all in on the real time combat would've made it better. I may not have liked FF15's combat system, but at least it didn't try to be something it's not, keeping it straightforward.
    Although there are some positives. The different combat styles for each character can keep gameplay unique, which is an upgrade over 15's combat system. The materia system is also fun. There can also be fun character interactions. Cloud has zero personality, which makes him kinda boring, but also creates some funny moments when other characters actual personalities juxtapose with his.
    This game has some pros to it, but not enough to make this game actually enjoyable.    … Expand
  30. Lianfras
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Muy esperado y muy bien recivido, esperando la siguiente parte!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  31. Anverto
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Going forward, I will be rating each aspect of the game in its own category.

    Story – 9/10 Overall, the story of the game it is based on has been very faithfully recreated, improving some of the already existing lore and adding to it with new story elements that get sprinkled in throughout the course of the game in various ways. These become a bigger part of the main narrative the    Going forward, I will be rating each aspect of the game in its own category.

    Story – 9/10
    Overall, the story of the game it is based on has been very faithfully recreated, improving some of the already existing lore and adding to it with new story elements that get sprinkled in throughout the course of the game in various ways. These become a bigger part of the main narrative the further you progress.
    Some people like the new story elements, and some people don't, but we'll have to wait for the future installments to see if the story they have set up plays out like the masterpiece it has the potential to be.

    Characters – 10/10
    They absolutely nailed on that front! They all have unique personalities and traits to them. The relationships between the main characters keep developing over time, growing from a mere work-related collaboration to a bond of companionship. In my opinion, the main characters we have met thus far are even better than they were in the original game.
    Also, the dialogs between characters feel much more realistic than your typical „video gamey“ style of talking to each other.

    Combat – 9/10
    The combat system in this game combines the classic ATB system (you can use commands like Attack or Magic you get from Materia once the bar has filled up) with more action-heavy combat like in Final Fantasy XV.
    It takes the best of both worlds and gives you fast-paced fights that require tactical thinking.
    On top of that you have the ability to call one Summon per battle and have it fight by your side!
    The only gripes I have with it are bad cameras while fighting, the air-combat , ATB and Limit gauges getting reset when you use abilities at the wrong moment and the forced boss phase transitions that cancel your queued up attacks.

    Character Progression - 9/10
    The fundamentals of RPG character progression also apply to this game. You level up and therefore increase your stats by defeating enemies and get new, more powerful weapons to boost your strength in battle. Yet, some of these mechanics work a bit differently than they do in other games.
    You will get access to more weapons the further you progress through the game. Unlike in other RPGs where you just replace your current weapon once you get a new one and never use the previous one again, you gain points when your character levels up. You can use these points to level up your weapons alongside your character.
    Then there's also the Materia system that can alter the Magic you cast, the Summons you call forth, the Abilities you use and even grant you status boosts. Trying various ways to combine them with each other allows you to approach fights in a lot of different ways.

    Music - 10/10
    Oh my god, the music in this game! They've done a great job masterfully recreating tracks from the original and creating completely new arrangements.

    Worldbuilding - 10/10
    Midgar is a living and breathing city that has so much personality. Almost every NPC has a unique voice and when progressing through the story, each NPC changes their dialog according to events that recently transpired. The same also goes for the environment that changes during the course of the game.

    Graphics - 9/10
    It probably comes to no surprise that FFVIIR has absolutely amazing visuals, be it the breathtaking environments, the way Tactical Mode slows down the action during combat or Cloud's perfectly styled hair. The dynamic lighting in FFVIIR also looks impressive and makes for some cool effects.
    The only reason I'm not giving it a perfect score in terms of graphics is that there are a few places in the game that have some serious issues with textures not loading in correctly.

    Level Design - 6/10
    The Level Design is probably the weakest aspect of this game, as a majority of areas you have to go through consist of linear paths (even though these areas do look pretty good).

    Optional content - 8/10
    There is a decent amount of Sidequests in certain Chapters. Quality-wise, they aren't the best of the best for the most part, but not that bad either and some of them are actually pretty good.
    On the other hand, the really good optional content comes in the form of Battle Intel reports, VR battles and especially the Hard Mode difficulty in New Game+.
    There’s also a couple of fun Minigames that you can do to kill some time and get neat rewards!

    Total score - 9/10
    This game has been a love letter to the original game and is even amazing without any attachment to the 1997 classic.
    It was an insane rollercoaster of emotions and if I were to include my nostalgia-bias I would have given it a 15/10, but since I’m doing a critical review here and the game does have some flaws, I will settle with a 9/10 score and can only recommend it to anyone who is even remotely interested in the genre.    … Expand
  32. efeyigmer
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Oyun çok güzel ama arkadaşım zırladı 0 puan
    Veriyorum ama. Ben 6 7 veririm
  33. Darkmagician13
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    The game is beautiful and it amplifies the experience of the predecessor. The story and character development is very nice and very appreciated, since some characters in the previous installment were very bland and lack of a personality.
    The gameplay is a hybrid between atb and turn based combat system, which is really nice and it works wonderful. Some bad things are graphics at some    The game is beautiful and it amplifies the experience of the predecessor. The story and character development is very nice and very appreciated, since some characters in the previous installment were very bland and lack of a personality.
    The gameplay is a hybrid between atb and turn based combat system, which is really nice and it works wonderful. Some bad things are graphics at some point are very pixilated (most of the part is wonderful). The only really bad thing is to wait a year or more for the next part.    … Expand
  34. Demandarefund
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I give it a 9 instead of a 10 only because if the addition of the "whispers" and how they used them to justify changes to the original story. I know it makes sense, and it's a decent concept to "change the fates" of all the characters involved with the game, I just personally don't like it. The original story had a feel of urgency, even when you were just wasting time running around the levels...and the trail of blood leading to a dead President Shinra had a lasting impact for first impressions of what Sephiroth could accomplish effortlessly.
    For me, FF7 wasn't just a groundbreaking RPG for it's time, it was my start into the world of RPG's. It even made me want to go back to play older RPG's like Secret of Mana, Chrono Trigger, and Beyond Oasis - all great titles I missed in favor of more fast paced action games.
    Everything else about FF7 is great, including what I felt was an update to the real-time combat mechanics I had trouble with playing FFXV. Graphics and sounds are phenomenal compared to the original and even recent games.    … Expand
  35. DavieSl
    Aug 23, 2020
    2
    They promised midgar to explore. Lie.
    They said they could only fit it on one disk. Lie. They killed Deus Ex because of this same lie.
    Long animations of pulling levers, crawling through unnecessary spaces, forced walking and running back and forth through long corriders to try to make the game length seem longer than it should be. Bad graphics, apart from the characters and weapons,    They promised midgar to explore. Lie.
    They said they could only fit it on one disk. Lie. They killed Deus Ex because of this same lie.
    Long animations of pulling levers, crawling through unnecessary spaces, forced walking and running back and forth through long corriders to try to make the game length seem longer than it should be.
    Bad graphics, apart from the characters and weapons, flat 2D backgrounds and a PS2 environment.
    MMO fetch and kill sidequests
    Long boring corriders, nothing off the beaten track.
    Hallway simulator.
    Recycled areas such as the sewers.
    Boring environments.
    No replayability.
    Childish and immature anime dialogues and animations.
    Waiting for the ATB bar to fill up leads to frustrating combat.
    Pointless summons which sometimes need 2 full ATB bars.
    They butchered the original soundtrack.
    Messed up the storyline.
    Unbalanced MP>spellcost>ether ratio. Ethers refill 20 MP some spells cost 22.
    All of the varietys of materia packed in, most of it not needed.
    Easy game.

    All in all a terrible, boring and frustrating experience. A blatant cash grab and con job. Fans deserve a proper game not this half assed mess.    … Expand
  36. mattiyahu11
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is beyond expectation, even if the story is different from the original its still really good, because it will be boring if we know all what will happen. GOTY.… Expand
  37. intra
    Jun 25, 2020
    8
    8.5/10. Very solid game from someone that missed the original but did play Crisis Core.
    Combat utlises a blend of live action and turnbased like mechanics so it offers the best of both worlds. Levelling up via weapons and weapon abilities was also a good idea imo.
    Storywise im enjoying it, but its remains to be seen how good it will be throughtout the remianing games. Hard mode gives    8.5/10. Very solid game from someone that missed the original but did play Crisis Core.
    Combat utlises a blend of live action and turnbased like mechanics so it offers the best of both worlds. Levelling up via weapons and weapon abilities was also a good idea imo.
    Storywise im enjoying it, but its remains to be seen how good it will be throughtout the remianing games.
    Hard mode gives plenty of replayability potential as some extras that are only availble as well as boss fights playing out differently.
    Music is great also.    … Expand
  38. AP0C4LYP53W0W
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Final Fantasy VII Remake is the game we never thought we would receive. Against all odds, we have part one and I'm thrilled to say that it's a phenomenal experience, lovingly crafted. The new battle system maintains the heart of the original, while updating it in a dynamic way. The characterizations have been fleshed out and the narrative has been expanded. There are a couple ofFinal Fantasy VII Remake is the game we never thought we would receive. Against all odds, we have part one and I'm thrilled to say that it's a phenomenal experience, lovingly crafted. The new battle system maintains the heart of the original, while updating it in a dynamic way. The characterizations have been fleshed out and the narrative has been expanded. There are a couple of missteps that keep this game from receiving a 10. A couple of the additional characters introduced in the Remake seem superfluous and tonally off from the original. First, is Roche. He seems as though he would fit perfectly in Advent Children, with his bombastic and overly anime portrayal in a game that otherwise plays rather conservatively, holding back the desire to Naruto/Kingdom Hearts the FF franchise. The voice acting is, overall, well done - with a few moments that don't quite land.

    The ending opens up potentially dangerous territory for what the future installments may hold. I'm excited to see if the developers can successfully navigate the tightrope they've anchored on this end of the uncanny valley. Time will tell if the director's desire to create something new will damage the legacy that should be honored, but thus far, it's good to be back in this world and with these characters.    … Expand
  39. Andersondh
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo lindo, tem o Cláudio e Aeris a melhor personagem, jogo bom do começo ao fim recomendo… Expand
  40. Mazokun
    Jun 25, 2020
    9
    This game was like a dream come true while I played. Fantastic gameplay and music with superb graphics (for the most part). Looking forward to the upcoming games.. whenever they come out lol.
  41. Capnhuggy
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Final Fantasy 7 remake is just that it’s a remake, it’s something for the old fan base, and new, while it is not a whole it is fulfilling, and leaves you ready for the next part, right from the beginning it’s action packed, and the story delivers amazingly, fan service comes in plenty for all, in all walks in life, including those of the pride support, if you’re looking for your firstFinal Fantasy 7 remake is just that it’s a remake, it’s something for the old fan base, and new, while it is not a whole it is fulfilling, and leaves you ready for the next part, right from the beginning it’s action packed, and the story delivers amazingly, fan service comes in plenty for all, in all walks in life, including those of the pride support, if you’re looking for your first final fantasy start here you will not be disappointed.… Expand
  42. Nobiak
    Jun 25, 2020
    9
    Je lui met 9, mais c'est surtout parce que je suis de l'original et que j'ai eu du plaisir à retrouver ces personnages. Le gameplay est très dynamique, il y a tout de même trop de quêtes fedex.
  43. Elektrotwerk
    Aug 13, 2020
    8
    As a kid from the 80s, FF VII was not my first game, but the game with maybe the biggest impact next to MGS. I never played a game before I was so touched and interested in the world, the music, gameplay, story and the characters. It's one of those games I sometimes wish I can go back in time, sit on in the living room, on that old carpet a few centimeters in front of that small old tv andAs a kid from the 80s, FF VII was not my first game, but the game with maybe the biggest impact next to MGS. I never played a game before I was so touched and interested in the world, the music, gameplay, story and the characters. It's one of those games I sometimes wish I can go back in time, sit on in the living room, on that old carpet a few centimeters in front of that small old tv and play this game again as a kid.

    So Final Fantasy VII Remake was maybe that game of all newer games I was most interested to play. In the hope I have that same, or a rly close experience like I had when I played the original as a kid. And it had some moments, I was fascinated by it. I saw myself smile and just enjoying the moment. I'm thankful to have the chance to play this. Something I never expected or just could imagine that I play a remake of FF VII one day. The game is not perfect at all. But now as an adult had a great time and I found myself thinking back when I was that little boy and had to fight that scorpion boss as well. It was a great experience and I want more of that.    … Expand
  44. Jeri85
    Apr 25, 2021
    10
    Im a big Final Fantasy Fan. but my first part was the 8th. so the remake of Part 7 was new to me. the graphics are very nice, apart from minor blemishes. The gameplay is a perfect mix of the new parts with the original game. I love the music and the sound. only the German language could have been a little better, it's mainly about the children's voices.
  45. Nikit
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    крутая игра !! вспомнил детство !! много эмоций!!! единственный минус тунельные кишки
  46. RolanDeschian11
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Visually impressive adventure with gripping boss fights and a top-notch soundtrack. Good game, good story, good remake!
  47. BL0ODYHAMSTER
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Before starting the review I would like to add that if you have never played the original Final Fantasy VII then I would highly recommend you doing so. The remake helps build upon the original game and also some changes in the remake would be weird and stupid if you haven't played the original. However you can play without it the original, as the game is still amazing.

    As for the game    Before starting the review I would like to add that if you have never played the original Final Fantasy VII then I would highly recommend you doing so. The remake helps build upon the original game and also some changes in the remake would be weird and stupid if you haven't played the original. However you can play without it the original, as the game is still amazing.

    As for the game itself, it is one of my favorite games to date. Next to Nier Automata, God of War, Bloodborne and Metal Gear solid 3: Snake Eater. This game made me feel like I was a kid again, playing a game for a whole day without noticing the time. Going to sleep, to just wake up again to start playing once more.

    Game play itself is very fun and can require quite a bit of strategy to play. You can't just brute force the fight with just one button, the game requires attention to your characters setup and your ability to make use of every character in battle. Mini games are very fun and can be very challenging if you want to 100 percent it. However there are some negatives , air combat could use some work, you would fly up to the enemy to do some hits but if they move, you would stay stationary and just smack thin air. Bike fights is bare minimum good and can be a chore at longer fights, could use some extra skills or abilities to help break the monotone note of the fight.

    Graphics is what I would have hoped for a modern remake of FFVII. Great backdrops, amazing character details and the effects are eye catching. With some positives there are some negatives, some textures can be very poor if you stare at them long enough, some other backdrops later in the game are very poor and the game is running mostly at 30 (as a pc player I would have prefer 60 minimum)

    Sound design is probably near perfect in my opinion. The town background chatter makes the game feel alive and lived in. All the original song are remixed well and have made each boss fight that much more epic when they took time to remix the battle song for every one of them. Honestly for the English voice acting I thought I would dislike them, but all the casts voice eventually grew on me and I love every one of them. The few negative points I can think of is that I am not convince of Tifa's combat voice acting, when she does her grunts and the anime grunts they used often at the beginning, which is barely there afterwards....which is a very minor nitpicking gripe.

    The story for me is great. I would emphasize for "me" because this is where most polarizing grades is changed because of the story, but I personally loved it. They took what is about 4-5 hours of the original game into a 35 - 40 hours in this. They expand the world of Midgar with new areas, give side characters amazing development that I barely remember back in the original, and makes the main characters feel more unique and deep. Now for the negatives, the shadows are a pain and seem to ruin the flow of the game, the story starts to unfold more or less at the end of the game which feels like a bad exposition dump but since this is like....part 1 of whatever I can somewhat forgive it.

    Now I would give this a 10/10 despite the flaws. I really loved the original FVII and this does color my review quite a bit. However there are some other amazing game that colors it differently (TLOU2) so I feel like game reviews can and will always be subjective depending on how well the writer and developer can deliver their message in the game. Critically I would say this game is a 8.5/10 with the flaws, and a 9.0/10 when some graphics can be fixed (pc port....hopefully). But for me who grew up with FFVII, this remake is what I imagine what the original game was in my mind, this game made me feel like I was a kid again. For a game that makes me feel this happy again, I have to give it a 10/10.    … Expand
  48. RegisLucis7
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    great game, graphics, music, characters ,story, great gameplay and battle system, but it could be longer for a final fantasty game
  49. Rashed_Dubai
    Jul 5, 2020
    9
    Amazing game, loved the story, gameplay, level design, world, atmosphere, literally everything, hope the sequels will be out soon
  50. darknightserg
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Beyond happy with the game. It is gorgeous looking and the music outstanding. Story is beefed up from original and love the character interactions. I was worried about the gameplay but I am happy ro report able to switch characters and combat is fluid. Perfect game.
  51. Alx7
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Excelente juego. Contiene mucha similitud con el original, excelente motor gráfico y muy buena historia.
  52. Anima2z
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    amazing!!! one chapter and is a GOTY amazing remake, **** amazing graphics, characters and story changes THAT MAKES SENSE and makes the game better, the gameplay and fights are so fun to play
  53. spkahpang
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Best game in 2020, .just a little short, let's see how many years we have to wait
  54. Froozeen
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Completely blown away by the re-imagined FFV and the changes made to the battle system that combined strategizing and real time action in an engaging way that actually works! This game’s story telling, iconic characters, cinematic visuals and orchestrated soundtrack couldn’t get any more perfect! Definitely a must play!
  55. marcoreo
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    Really enjoyed this game.

    Like how different it felt from the original and the fact there were a couple plot twists.

    THe character development was deep and extremely enjoyable.
    The world SE made here was one I could believe in.
    Great combat system too. Well thought out approach to update the original.

    Well done!
  56. jm89
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    -Fantastic Combat. Really fast paced but still gives you that level of control that you get from turn based combat.
    -Great story, i loved how they fleshed out a few side characters.
    -Graphics are overall good, but some places it does seem they cut corners, but understandable.
    -Great soundtrack
  57. tiffac008
    Jul 5, 2020
    9
    Amazing game.
    Great Combat.
    The character interactions were superb.
    A surprising twist in the end.
    Hopefully, SE don’t go off the rails too much in the next installments.
    Can’t wait for Part 2.
  58. JimJamJoe12
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    Few chapters drawn out but ultimately a fantastic game. The ending both exciting and fearful. Can’t wait for the rest
  59. jonattttt
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, great for fans new and old. Honestly can't wait till the next part is released.
  60. IvanCiclon
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Esta es la maravilla que muchos esperamos durante toda nuestra adolescencia, por fin podemos disfrutar de el mejor juego de la saga remasterizado
  61. LillyPilly111
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. LOVED it. SE did not disappoint. The nostalgia was there from the OG and so was the emotion. The graphics were stunning. Cloud, Tifa, Barrett, Aerith and the gang in real time was wonderful. I loved the gameplay and materia system and I'm still figuring out new things in battle. Some of the boss battles were GRUELLING! Hello Hell House, but I enjoyed the challenge. I'm not a purist so I loved the plot twists with the whispers and arbiters of fate. The new timeline with Zack and Biggs made me almost faint. I cannot wait for part 2.… Expand
  62. RaphaelNc
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Amei esse jogo do começo ao fim, história nota 10, gráficos nota 1000. Espero que a parte 2 seja tão boa como essa.
  63. AlecoBaleco
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Fan of FF7, this game in not perfect, but I got a huge pleasure to go through it. FF7 remake is a little bit easy, not in difficult mode but you need to finish the game, but I loved everything else.
  64. Chababa
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    I would like to give a 10 but because of the side quests, I'm settling with 9. I loved the original and so this remake was a dream come true. It was like confirming your imagination and interpretation of each characters back when they were just blocks of polygons in 2D backgrounds. Not to mention the lack of dubbing in the original.
  65. BarbathosHD
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Perfect combat system, perfect music, perfect introduction to its characters. That is FFV remake. It would be a 10/10 but the changes from the original version shouldn’t had happened. I Hope on the next tittle that everything will be staying as the original.
  66. IntrovertRobot
    Sep 11, 2020
    3
    A game that is just a padded mess. The bad guy shows up too soon. Some stuff that would take 5 seconds to do in the OG takes 10 years in the Remake. There's also this **** love triangle in the game which also sucks. The combat is okay but sometimes the AI freaks out and breaks. Lastly, the dialogue is just terrible, everything that made the dialogue good in the OG is terrible now. 3/10
  67. ZeracX
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    The Game did everything i wanted and more, it's still a little easy on hard mode a 1st class mode would be nice. the air combat and the whispers brought it down to a 9/10 for me but these things can be remedied in the next game.
    My game of the year.
  68. WiseLich
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 10/10 until the final chapter. Then the random boss with plot twist from nowhere that no one wants to see in a REMAKE comes up and messes with us.
    Nomura PLEASE we don't need another Kingdom Hearts style game. Keep your KH ideas for the KH saga. Great game anyway. The decision to split the original game into chapters paid off: Midgar is awesome and feels alive, the graphics are top notch and the gameplay is fun and engaging. The plot is a perfect mixture between old and new. Just don't add any more KH stuff and drop this "change destiny" subplot in the future installments of the franchise. PLEASE    … Expand
  69. ikgendou
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    If SE can make every section of the FF7 Remake like this, I will pay for every one of them.
  70. Devs_023
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    As a FF fan, I really love game play system, it is extremely dynamic. Story is great with loads of story line add to classic version. Hard mode is very challenge.
  71. kojo
    Jul 7, 2020
    10
    nostalgic , perfect game, deep story and personality of all chara, beautiful soundtrack. tifa and aerit so wow
  72. MFPhoenix
    Jul 4, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game sticks true to its original plot but with a major twist to keep the fans on their toes and to bring something fresh to a new generation. The music is breathtakingly remastered and some remade. The world feels alive and the combat is one of the best systems in Final Fantasy to date. My only gripe is that the textures can be absolutely awful in parts. But nothing that ruins the actual scope of how beautiful the game is.… Expand
  73. MystikM00GL3
    Jul 4, 2020
    10
    A stunning game, beautiful environments, excellent voice acting and clean, crisp gameplay.
  74. DizztdoUrden
    Jul 4, 2020
    9
    An excellent "remake". The expansion to the scenario has me eagerly awaiting the next installment. Combat system is incredibly fun while still maintaining some of that Turn based strategy elements.
  75. Chokoloco
    Jul 4, 2020
    9
    So overwhelmingly & beautifully crafted, that upon my third completion I almost said to myself... "Holy crap, I think this might be better than the original". Which, to be quite frank, isn't too far from the truth! I would be inclined to give FFVIIR a 10, if it weren't for a few minor gripes.

    FFVII Remake, for me & many others, is indeed the best possible outcome that a Remake of a PS1    So overwhelmingly & beautifully crafted, that upon my third completion I almost said to myself... "Holy crap, I think this might be better than the original". Which, to be quite frank, isn't too far from the truth! I would be inclined to give FFVIIR a 10, if it weren't for a few minor gripes.

    FFVII Remake, for me & many others, is indeed the best possible outcome that a Remake of a PS1 Classic could have fathomed. The music is out of this world, the pacing is absolutely sublime (with some minor grievances on two Chapters that are pretty much copy/paste's of each other), the visuals are breathtaking, and boy does it make me more excited than I have ever been for the future of the world of Final Fantasy VII.
    Let's keep our fingers crossed that the sequel (Or as many are calling it, the Requel) vastly improves on the Air combat, as for how rough it seemed in this installment, it could be superbly enhanced in future installments with the likes of Yuffie, Vincent, & especially Cid.    … Expand
  76. sabrinatokan
    Jul 4, 2020
    10
    What a remake, the best game ever. I waiting since first announcement, graphics is amazing and gameplay even more, materia, battle system, story, characters design, music, I love all in this game. I wait for the next parts, hope there is more.
  77. MrArcher
    Jul 4, 2020
    10
    So happy with the direction they went. Somehow manages to be nostalgic but also recreate those same feelings I had playing OG FF7 the first time.

    To all of those ppl saying “ITS KINGDOM HEARTS NOW”, you are wrong. If anything, the OG FF7 story, as crazy as it is, was Nomura’s jumping point into making the KH universe. The convolution in KH is FF7 like in nature, not the other way    So happy with the direction they went. Somehow manages to be nostalgic but also recreate those same feelings I had playing OG FF7 the first time.

    To all of those ppl saying “ITS KINGDOM HEARTS NOW”, you are wrong. If anything, the OG FF7 story, as crazy as it is, was Nomura’s jumping point into making the KH universe. The convolution in KH is FF7 like in nature, not the other way around.

    Even if you go crazy with the theories, the story of FF7R isn’t that complicated to understand so far. Could it become that way? Sure, but no one can see the future.

    The gameplay is very fun, and on hard mode it really shines. The level design is visually great but a little too simple in some areas for my taste. Music is phenomenal and by far some of the best square enix has done. Characters are also amazing, even with our imaginations on the back burner now that everything can be shown in a game, these characters really make you feel for them.

    9/10 game for real, but 10/10 on Metacritic cuz you gotta balance out the trolls.    … Expand
  78. GoldenOracle64
    Jul 4, 2020
    9
    Terrific game. Bursting at the seams with high quality cutscenes and presentation. Addicting and satisfying materia system, beautiful graphics and facial animations that sometimes tell a story all on their own, and the most amazing combat system in any video game I have ever played. Square Enix have once again proven that they are the kings of the JRPG genre
  79. Naughtypagan72
    Jul 4, 2020
    10
    I would have only given it around an 8 because I love it and can't wait for the next one but it does have problems - but since trolls are giving it 0's I'm just going to offset at least one of those votes.
  80. TheCandidMan
    Jul 5, 2020
    9
    A solid and competent remake that takes something old and makes it feel new again. The ending may not have been to people's wants or tastes but it left me wanting more of this world and update to the story. Cannot wait for part 2 in a couple of years time.
  81. Ryushi
    Jul 5, 2020
    10
    ff7r was incredible I love easily my favorite game after 100% it people don't like to think and can't handle the battle system cause well they just stuck lol it was fun and the story was thought provoking and that's why I love it keep it up Square-enix and thank you
  82. CurryLove94
    Jul 5, 2020
    10
    Emotionally its my favourite game of the last 10 years. It pulls certain emotional strings that go beyond nostalgia. I care about these characters so much more than before. Critically there are some issues, but there is no unbiased opinion, so I love it as hell. 10/10
  83. CloudNines
    Jul 5, 2020
    10
    Pros: Characters are fleshed out, I love them!
    Voice acting is superb
    Story kept me engaged and asking questions Music is out of this world New Game + Combat is really fun. Cons: Aerial combat is limited. Texture issues. That’s it. The game hits the major story beats of the OG and expands them. I love that the ending gives OG and new players something to think about, make    Pros: Characters are fleshed out, I love them!
    Voice acting is superb
    Story kept me engaged and asking questions
    Music is out of this world
    New Game +
    Combat is really fun.
    Cons: Aerial combat is limited.
    Texture issues. That’s it.

    The game hits the major story beats of the OG and expands them. I love that the ending gives OG and new players something to think about, make theories, replay the OG, and catch up with the compilation while the next part is in development.

    I’m excited and looking forward to the next parts to be made. There are so many layers of details and clues put into this game if you spend the time looking through them. I feel like a kid filled with wonder and awe like back when I stumbled into RPGs. It opened my eyes to the possibilities of games being more than just platforming and fighting. The last time I felt this way about a game was when FF7, Ico and FFX released. Square really exceeded my expectations with the FF7 remake. It’s got a special place in my heart. Thank you Square Enix! You gotta give this game a go, it’s really an experience!    … Expand
  84. Codex_27
    Jul 5, 2020
    9
    + Expands Midgar´s history perfectly
    + Incredible battle system
    + Incredible recreation of Midgar
    + Funny minigames
    + The characters are still great
    + The determination to change the ending
    - It's very lineal at some points
    - Boring secondary missions
    - Horrible textures, some NPCs and textures looks like PS2 games
  85. Rafdragon
    Jul 5, 2020
    10
    Excellent game! It is a perfect remake! High quality of grafics, the sound Is amizing and great inovation in battle gameplay.
  86. Valentine_Chaos
    Jul 5, 2020
    10
    Ever since it's conception, FF7 has always been a story of phenomenal depth, requiring much intellectual perception. This isn't a game for surface thinkers and should not be approached as such. Much of the negative comments are due to shallow perception, or having expectations from a purist perspective. Yes, the ending caught me off guard. But knowing SE, I knew there was something moreEver since it's conception, FF7 has always been a story of phenomenal depth, requiring much intellectual perception. This isn't a game for surface thinkers and should not be approached as such. Much of the negative comments are due to shallow perception, or having expectations from a purist perspective. Yes, the ending caught me off guard. But knowing SE, I knew there was something more than what met the eye. Without spoiling it, I will say this... Everything in the game has meaning to it, and the directors are geniuses. You become Cloud in this story-- you perceive one thing, yet it's another. This game plays you, just as Sephiroth plays Cloud. And that's what I love most about this game. It's like detective work on a fantasy level. Once I understood what the ending meant, now I can't wait for part two more than ever. Once again, I fear for the well-being of the main characters, and don't know what will happen to them-- now that we may have a choice. Choices are scary, and that's what I love about it.… Expand
  87. Design_xjt
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    心目中的最佳重置游戏 可惜贴图太差 有点扣分 爱里面的每一个角色
  88. PanchoRedFalcon
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A nostalgic game that takes us back to the fascinating world of FFVII, but the idea of ​​multiple universes can ruin the experience if it is not very well explained in the next games, however the graphics, the combat methods, the dialogues are impeccable, I recommend this game mainly to fans of the Final Fantasy series!… Expand
  89. Granada_Espada
    Jul 7, 2020
    10
    Я не играла ранее в оригинал, но это ремейк, так что он может быть со своим сюжетом и своими переделками и переосмыслением.
    Мне игра очень понравилась и я надеюсь, что продолжение все же последует и ждать его придется не так долго, как эту часть)
    Мне нравится, что это другая история, которая еще не написана, и я буду рада, если она не будет похожа на оригинал. Локации сделаны хорошо. Я    Я не играла ранее в оригинал, но это ремейк, так что он может быть со своим сюжетом и своими переделками и переосмыслением.
    Мне игра очень понравилась и я надеюсь, что продолжение все же последует и ждать его придется не так долго, как эту часть)
    Мне нравится, что это другая история, которая еще не написана, и я буду рада, если она не будет похожа на оригинал.
    Локации сделаны хорошо. Я не считаю, что задники плохие, все сделано на высоте.
    Игра проходится на одном дыхании, она не дает скучать. Самое большое, что нервирует, это камера, но она давно себя так ведет, уже можно привыкнуть)
    Персонажи живые и кажется, что они реально живут, им сопереживаешь, считаешь их своими друзьями, хоть и на время.
    Графика очень приятная, редко где есть такое качество картинки. Мне не к чему придраться, игра стоит своих денег и времени.    … Expand
  90. Avronfayde
    Jul 7, 2020
    10
    Great story, amazing music, truly impressive graphics. Final fantasy 7 Remake so far is my favorite game this year.
  91. Daimonoz
    Jul 7, 2020
    10
    First I feel the current metacritic raiting of 81 is far too low for this. You will find many who are salty at the fact that this game is episodic, or that it isn't a direct 1 to 1 redo of the original story. To them I say, if you wanted the the original game, then do go ahead and play the original game. Final Fantasy VII Remake is honestly a beautifully and masterfully done re imaginingFirst I feel the current metacritic raiting of 81 is far too low for this. You will find many who are salty at the fact that this game is episodic, or that it isn't a direct 1 to 1 redo of the original story. To them I say, if you wanted the the original game, then do go ahead and play the original game. Final Fantasy VII Remake is honestly a beautifully and masterfully done re imagining of the 1997 original. It by no means is perfect, having some environmental textures being noted as lower res, some cringe voice acting on some non main characters and having some arbitrary crawling or sliding through terrain to mask loads, but that aside the execution of the story telling was brilliant. The Gameplay changes to make it a more action oriented game with hints of turn based combat with the ATB charges was also a fantastic change. The combat changes made the game feel much more engaging and added many layers of depth beyond what hte original had with it's materia system.

    I loved the original, it was a fond memory of my youth along with Final Fantasy Tactics. Coming back to this games immersive world all these years later when you can clearly see the love and attention the devs put into this was wonderful. I am eagerly awaiting the next installment.    … Expand
  92. Selwell
    Jul 8, 2020
    10
    Incredible layered story cannot wait for the next instalment. Brilliant and exciting.
  93. PauloVN
    Jul 8, 2020
    10
    My favorite game!!! I don't even know how to describe. I'm just so greatful they did the remake you claimed for so long. Thank you Square.
  94. BrSE
    Jul 8, 2020
    10
    The return of my favorite game of all time, musics, characters, combat, everything is on point.
    Got platinum, amazing experience.
  95. Kradwolf84
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Jogo incrível. Apesar de mudanças em alguns aspectos da historia, acho que isso só acrescentou ao jogo original.
  96. patramanis
    Jul 9, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. perfect battle system especially on hard mode when you finish the normal starting the real challenge.the sound is masterpiece some changes majore to minore make the old song like new.the graphics are poor especially the fake backgrounds and some characters.… Expand
  97. superhan
    Jul 19, 2020
    4
    Not a good game, just a good animate! Game is boring!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  98. JamesDrawsThngs
    Aug 25, 2020
    9
    You won't find a more anticipated remake in recent memory quite like Final Fantasy VII. The pressure of remaking such a beloved classic all the while still meeting fan expectations is daunting, to put it lightly. FF7's reputation precedes even the game itself, being one of the pioneers that put JRPGs on the map in the West, and making the series a household name. Ever since the PS3 TechYou won't find a more anticipated remake in recent memory quite like Final Fantasy VII. The pressure of remaking such a beloved classic all the while still meeting fan expectations is daunting, to put it lightly. FF7's reputation precedes even the game itself, being one of the pioneers that put JRPGs on the map in the West, and making the series a household name. Ever since the PS3 Tech demo people were asking the same thing, "Where's the FF7 Remake?". 13 years later, they finally delivered...well, part of it at least. Even though the game only covers up to the first two hours of the original FF7, they somehow managed to stretch it out to a full 40+ hour experience. Did Square Enix succeed in their efforts? For my money, I'd certainly think so.

    The two most controversial changes that Square made to FF7 was in its story and combat. While the story follows many of the same beats as the original, certain sequences are told out of order, future plot details are given away early, and new story elements were added either to flesh out characters or turn things over its head. Some of the changes I felt were for the better, while others are definitely questionable (especially in regards to the endgame), and a lot of the new additions really helped to flesh out the characters more, especially ones we never got a chance to really get to know in the original. The main party characters like Cloud, Barrett, Tifa and Aerith are all wonderfully characterized in this game, and each are given many stand-out, hilarious and heartfelt moments.

    Combat is the other huge change. It's no longer traditional Active Turn-Based, but it's not straight up Kingdom Hearts like many feared. It's kind of a hybrid between the two. You'll use two attack buttons to build up your ATB meter, and then you can either slow time to a crawl to plan out actions or set actions to command shortcuts. The combat itself is fast-paced and satisfying. Each of the characters has their own unique playstyle, and you'll need to utilize their different quirks in order to successfully take down enemies. Party AI on their own won't do that much, so you'll need switch it up. Some will call it a detriment, I say it keeps things far more fresh and interesting. The materia system is still intact, with some additional upgrades you can make to all of your equipment to really maximize your potential. It also goes without saying that the game looks positively gorgeous, and FF7's already phenomenal soundtrack is given a great modern facelift. A majority of the boss fights are an absolute treat. Their climactic, challenging, and often towering foes that really test your abilities.

    The game is certainly not without its faults. Most of the sidequests offered throughout the game are, frankly, uninteresting. Most of them tend to boil down to, "find the thing, then another thing, and then come back". I ended up doing these side quests not because I wanted to, but because I knew I'd be at a disadvantage if I didn't. To be fair, things start to get a bit more interesting once you hit The Wall Market. Another issue would be the general dungeon length. I'd say the top of Sector plate onwards is when they start to seriously drag on. On more than one occasion I had to ask myself, "When is this gonna end?". Also, for as beautiful as the game is, there are still some gross parts like certain objects not loading textures properly or some the skylines being obvious 2-D images. I also mentioned how some of the later plot details and changes can be considered questionable and controversial. It all depends on how open you are to these changes and accepting the fact that this isn't going to be the same story as the original.

    FF7R is not substitute for the original, nor would I say it's outright better. It's simply another version the cozily sits along side the original and is there for those who want to be given a brand new experience, rather than just a simple retread. Personally, that is the mark of a really good remake. If you are not a fan of what FF7R has to offer, you still have the original to fall back on no problem. If you have yet to experience FF7 for what ever reason, I'd say go ahead and play both. They are both great games for different reasons, and which one you want to start with is up to you.    … Expand
  99. ChocoboVII
    Jan 3, 2021
    0
    This is possible the biggest scam in gaming history.Final Fantasy 7 could have easily been 10 hours with the exact same main plot at it has with 30+ hours.
    The game is bloated with irrelevant sidequest , dumb npcs , obstacles for the sole purpose of slowing you down and many , many useless characters side stories.
    Squaresof needed 5 years to create a game that could have been made in 6    This is possible the biggest scam in gaming history.Final Fantasy 7 could have easily been 10 hours with the exact same main plot at it has with 30+ hours.
    The game is bloated with irrelevant sidequest , dumb npcs , obstacles for the sole purpose of slowing you down and many , many useless characters side stories.
    Squaresof needed 5 years to create a game that could have been made in 6 months really.Repetitive gameplay , sidequest , even main quest.    … Expand
  100. Kentucky1
    Jul 26, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Please! Do not make aerith die please! Of course, "should do" and "do or not", it still depends on the Japanese game makers. The writer himself believes that if this change happened, it will definitely be worthwhile and create a tremor in the fan community. How about you? Do you want Aerith to be saved and live happily ever after with Cloud?… Expand
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#8 Best PS4 Game of 2020
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#5 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2020
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#4 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2020

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 126 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 116 out of 126
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 126
  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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