Final Fantasy VII

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  1. artificeprime
    May 15, 2018
    9
    Final Fantasy VII is not flawless but it is easily one of the most ambitious and compelling games I have ever played. The sheer scope and ambition puts even other quality RPGs to shame and there are very good reasons why it is still considered a masterpiece. There are certain aspects of the game that haven't aged well but that does not make the game overrated. If anything I would say FFVIIFinal Fantasy VII is not flawless but it is easily one of the most ambitious and compelling games I have ever played. The sheer scope and ambition puts even other quality RPGs to shame and there are very good reasons why it is still considered a masterpiece. There are certain aspects of the game that haven't aged well but that does not make the game overrated. If anything I would say FFVII is underrated because to this day there is no other Final Fantasy game that dared to attempt so much. It combines so many ideas and genres in a way that makes sense. The story is epic, complex, and well crafted yet very different from other RPGs that came before it. There are some plot holes and a few parts are convoluted but overall it is very well thought out and is far deeper than most game stories. The characters are iconic, well developed and compelling. The soundtrack remains in the conversation for the best of all time. The visuals have aged very poorly but the visual concepts themselves are still distinct and appealing. I can still remember the first posters when the game launched and there are so many moments throughout the game that are immediately recognizable. The gameplay itself may seem primitive now but at the time it attempted to mix many gameplay elements. I still can't think of any other RPGs that allow you to ride motorcycles, birds, airships and submarines all in one game. There is so much that the game does well that the areas that it falls short are easily overshadowed. I don't think it is perfect or the best game of all time but if they did the Remake right and fixed the few flaws it could be the best of all time.

    Gameplay 8 - While the battle system starts off quite primitive, it layers new elements in a satisfying way and by late in the game there are actually a lot of ways to approach combat. Each character has many limit breaks that keep things interesting and while there aren't as many summonings as in FFVI they are far more cinematic. The thing that sets the gameplay apart from other games in the series is that there are so many gameplay elements outside of combat. There are stealth sections, puzzle sections, motor cycle chases and even submarine exploration. The game even has sim elements.

    Story/Progression 10 - The story is the best part of FFVII. Even though it isn't perfect, I still think it is one of the best video game stories of all time because of how many great ideas it blends together and how it does things that I haven't seen in a game before or since. It has one of the most iconic openings in a game and from there it immediately drags you into a world that is bizarre and yet quickly understandable because of how well developed all the ideas are. It isn't like any other stories in the series but at the same time it still has a familiarity to it. It has so many themes that mix into the gameplay, world, magic system and lore. It has one of the best villains in fiction yet ultimately even Sephiroth is not the central problem within the story, he is just a conduit for bigger environmental and social problem. He is not a dark lord, he is a complex person dealing with his own problems that are understandable because of the complex circumstances of his life. I could discuss the story of FFVII all day and still have more to say about it. It does have moments that are convoluted but I can't think of many game stories that offer more.

    World 8 - The world is vast, complex and full of variety. Every location offers something new and memorable. Unlike most RPGs that came before it, the locations are all unique and even the way you interact with them can be different. It can be a bit annoying to traverse sometime, the game does make you back track a lot and sometimes getting from place to place is not intuitive. The world building is great though, it feels like each location in the game serves a believable purpose. Some of the areas seem a little out of place and messy in terms of their design but that also adds a sense of realism to the game.

    Characters 10 - There is a reason why FFVII has some of the most memorable characters in gaming history. Not only are the characters iconic looking they are also very well fleshed out. Sephiroth isn't just just a badass with a big sword, his story is incredibly complex and layered. His own journey is full of twists and turns even more so than the protagonists. He evolves and earns his place in the story rather than simply existing as the final obstacle like so many other game villains. Cloud is also far more than just an icon, his story is one of the most unique of any Final Fantasy hero. His very identity is at the heart of his character arc and the story is as much about him discovering himself as it is saving the world. Unlike most stories that have a pretty straight forward female lead/love interest, FFVII once again breaks convention. Aerith and Tifa are both very well developed and both are more than they initially seem.    … Expand
  2. tete45677
    Nov 30, 2016
    10
    A wonderful game with an unforgettable story. In those days, Square Enix must check the storyline and the direction of this game as well as the dynamic of the game.

    Gameplay (RPG) - 10
    Story- 10
    Music- 10
  3. dzbnkx
    Aug 3, 2023
    10
    After 26 years, this game still catches up with its story and characters.

    Yes, the graphics are pretty old and you can see it was a game released on a PSX. But if you can go through it, it could be the best (or one of the best) game you ever played. The story is engaging and deep, there are many story arcs that combine with each other, and the mystery goes till the end of the    After 26 years, this game still catches up with its story and characters.

    Yes, the graphics are pretty old and you can see it was a game released on a PSX. But if you can go through it, it could be the best (or one of the best) game you ever played.
    The story is engaging and deep, there are many story arcs that combine with each other, and the mystery goes till the end of the playthrough.
    The game is known from one of the biggest plot twists in the history of the video games, and it's still valid in 2023 (of course if you avoided spoilers).
    The mechanics are classic-JRPG, turn-based fights, which could be repetitive, especially with random encounters, but honestly, you don't have to grind, if you don't want to.

    FF7 showed the western world that the story in the RPG can be written very well, immense and compelling. Also, let's not forget about brilliant soundtrack made by one and only Nubou Uematsu. One of the best soundtracks in video game history, up to this date. The game is packed with mini-games, I don't think there's so much diverse content in any other Final Fantasy game.

    Final Fantasy VII for sure is one of the best RPG adventures of all time.
    If you can stand dated graphics and some gameplay mechanics, such as platforming segments, it's perfect 10/10.    … Expand
  4. bubsythebobcat6
    Feb 3, 2017
    10
    Its quite rare that a game comes along and simply blows you away.it certainly does that in final fantasy 7 meaning this is an absolute masterpiece and should be played by anyone and everyone.
  5. DreamEaglr
    Mar 1, 2017
    9
    Обожаю эту игру. Как и все остальные Финалки, она шикарна абсолютно во всем, жаль что сейчас серия пришла в упадок.
  6. Xelanak
    Jan 3, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A real Masterpiece.
    I loved play this game as a kid and even now as an adult !
    A must to play    … Expand
  7. Kamikazeshocki
    Jan 23, 2019
    10
    Since I just had the feel to submit a Grandia 1 review I just drop the mic here too:
    This game was the pioneer in an evolutional change of jrpg. I cannot say how much I loved and still love that game. The story, portrayed characters and general setting, the world etc is a 10 at least. I was totally swept of my feet for weeks.
    Together with Grandia 1 this is my all time favourite game    Since I just had the feel to submit a Grandia 1 review I just drop the mic here too:
    This game was the pioneer in an evolutional change of jrpg. I cannot say how much I loved and still love that game. The story, portrayed characters and general setting, the world etc is a 10 at least. I was totally swept of my feet for weeks.
    Together with Grandia 1 this is my all time favourite game ever. I think I even did complete it three times(over years) with 99 level guys and all secrets on PSX alone. And do me a favour, if you like this game...try to get a glimpse at Grandia. They are like prodigy siblings...one being the darker sinister, the other the light heartedly, joyful one.    … Expand
  8. Wulgard
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    This is by far the best game ever created. Nothing comes even close. Everything is pure perfection, the story is a masterpiece, the character are all unforgettable, the materia system is a fantastic way to make magic, the music was created by god himself, and the graphics, for the time, are beyond the time.

    its no wounder its the best game ever made.
    11/10

    FF7 remake is a blessing.
  9. JoseAn13Torres
    Sep 4, 2019
    8
    Una historia espectacular en un mundo impresionante, un sistema de magias novedoso, unos jefes espectaculares y unos cambios de guión soberbios hicieron de este juego una obra maestra de los 32 bits, descomunal lo conseguido en aquellos años, sirvió de inspiración para gran cantidad de juegos posteriores, cada halago que reciba siempre se quedará corto.
  10. JanekDelux
    Dec 29, 2020
    9
    Great game. The characters were very funny and all had interesting backstories. Game-play is really unique for turn based combat game. Instead of 1 turn for enemy and 1 for you, its time that matters whether you hit enemy before they can hit you. The story was very interesting, storytelling and the narrative is very inventive and makes you feel like your the part of the cast. Overall iGreat game. The characters were very funny and all had interesting backstories. Game-play is really unique for turn based combat game. Instead of 1 turn for enemy and 1 for you, its time that matters whether you hit enemy before they can hit you. The story was very interesting, storytelling and the narrative is very inventive and makes you feel like your the part of the cast. Overall i would say that this game is one of the most engaging and fun jrpgs I have ever played.

    9.4/10    … Expand
  11. mugsy
    May 9, 2020
    8
    It's a good game but overhyped nonetheless. The plot and world might be great, but I can't get truly immersed and take anything seriously when characters look like LEGO figures instead of actual human beings. I liked FF 8 more for that reason.
  12. Necroatoan
    Jul 10, 2017
    10
    Final Fantasy VII took tried and true combat mechanics, and added an engrossing atmosphere that few games ever achieve. Character development as a standalone game was lacking, but still decent. That being said, if you include the other games and movies in the Final Fantasy VII universe, it gives the characters a life of their own. When the Final Fantasy VII story is viewed as a whole, itFinal Fantasy VII took tried and true combat mechanics, and added an engrossing atmosphere that few games ever achieve. Character development as a standalone game was lacking, but still decent. That being said, if you include the other games and movies in the Final Fantasy VII universe, it gives the characters a life of their own. When the Final Fantasy VII story is viewed as a whole, it is one of my favorites of all time. The graphics were amazing for their day, but are older than a majority of the people writing reviews. If played on PC, there are various mods that help smooth the character models out tremendously. The music is still among the best ever composed for a game, my favorite being Jenova's theme. If you are not fond of the low quality music, there are mods to replace the music faithfully with high fidelity versions of the songs. The original PlayStation version actually had better quality music than what is available with most of the ports even today. When the remake is released, I hope for dual modes of combat, turn based slow combat for people like me to play games to relax, and active action combat for those who prefer that style. The political and philosophical parallels still apply today, maybe even more so. Like all great works of art, the metaphors and symbolism in the game could literally be studied for years and still not fully explore their meaning.… Expand
  13. auditbadger
    Sep 26, 2018
    8
    I think that this is truly a unique game and I would recommend that if you are a fan of this type of genre then I think you should give this game a try.
  14. mitllo88
    Jan 17, 2019
    9
    Let me be clear, my favourite final fantasy game is ff6. Does that mean I dislike ff7? No. Does it mean that mean ff7 is a bad game? Also no. Final Fantasy 7 is in my top 3 favourite final fantasy games and it's for good reason. The graphics while clearly aged, are charming in their own unique way, the music is fantastic, the characters are likable and relatable and the gameplay is theLet me be clear, my favourite final fantasy game is ff6. Does that mean I dislike ff7? No. Does it mean that mean ff7 is a bad game? Also no. Final Fantasy 7 is in my top 3 favourite final fantasy games and it's for good reason. The graphics while clearly aged, are charming in their own unique way, the music is fantastic, the characters are likable and relatable and the gameplay is the same final fantasy gameplay that I've come to love.

    Is the game perfect? No, no game is perfect. Is the game great? Absolutely.    … Expand
  15. lPhantom_v2
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Not much to say other than, this is quite simply... The best game ever made.
  16. pharaoh27
    Oct 22, 2017
    9
    The popular blonde cheerleader of RPGs: Everyone will talk behind her back, but few will honestly turn her down. It's not aged well, but the story is still fantastic, and it still has the makings of a landmark game. More than simply bringing this brand of gaming mainstream, FF7 drew a line in the market's sand and proved that if you're going to compete in the PS era, the odds are againstThe popular blonde cheerleader of RPGs: Everyone will talk behind her back, but few will honestly turn her down. It's not aged well, but the story is still fantastic, and it still has the makings of a landmark game. More than simply bringing this brand of gaming mainstream, FF7 drew a line in the market's sand and proved that if you're going to compete in the PS era, the odds are against you if you don't have cinematic elements. Every big game since has had to borrow something from the grand cinematic scale in which FF7 is told since. People who nitpick it for having base combat aren't seeing the bigger picture of what it contributed.… Expand
  17. SantiDeis
    Sep 8, 2018
    10
    The seventh installment of this series started from scratch, with a spectacular introductory sequence in which we witnessed how a flower seller walked through the suburbs of a futuristic city. Moments later, our hero, still unnamed, got off a train with the purpose of destroying a mako energy reactor, something that was being detrimental to the health of the planet. In this way we got intoThe seventh installment of this series started from scratch, with a spectacular introductory sequence in which we witnessed how a flower seller walked through the suburbs of a futuristic city. Moments later, our hero, still unnamed, got off a train with the purpose of destroying a mako energy reactor, something that was being detrimental to the health of the planet. In this way we got into the skin of a former soldier who had become a kind of terrorist, but really was a mercenary who works for Avalancha, a formation that fought against the Shinra organization. The emotion of these first minutes would catch us instantly, but everything that was to come was going to hook us much more to the command of our console (or computer keyboard, although I prefer the PSX version). The fight to save the planet was going to lead us to discover a man named Sephirot, ex-soldier with a mysterious past, who was much more powerful than any enemy seen before, and who would not hesitate to destroy everything in his path in the face of dementia...

    I have no doubt that the system of subjects, invocations, objects, limits is the best system ever created in an RPG. This also offers plenty of freedom of operation, as well as fun and tension in every fight that is impossible not to enjoy and praise. We managed a Cloud in the environment for which we advanced, we moved by the pre-rendered funds and in the moment in which we had to fight, the screen changed. We went from polygonal and anarchic characters -virtually speaking-, to a much more balanced and compensated in combat, where we did manage all the members of our team.

    As we were discovering locations and advancing in the plot, we could move around the map with complete freedom, although this depended on the means of transport that we had. With the boogie we could cross small rivers, which was an advance compared to the race on foot; with the ship "Strong Wind" we could explore almost any location on the map... And I say almost, because we would have to use the chocobos (a kind of colored ostriches) to access the last corners of the planet, where we would be waiting for succulents rewards.

    Final Fantasy VII at the time of its release, certain aspects were seen as revolutionary, a plot that focused on the development of the characters, a unique battle system and 3D graphics...

    To finish with this brief summary about Final Fantasy VII, I am going to talk about the duration of the title, since the game can last 150 hours if we propose to complete all the challenges, for example kill the "Weapons" of the planet by which we move, which are huge enemies that will make things very difficult, get all the materials, the chocobos cited or learn all the parallel stories that lead to Sephirot, Shinra and Cloud. I also want to highlight the excellent soundtrack, orchestrated, with unique melodies, as well as some more special ones for romantic, sad, happy, relaxed or tension moments.

    And I will not talk about the scenes, which is something that cannot explained by words and one should witness them with one's own eyes.

    The greatest masterpiece ever delivered by the world of video games.    … Expand
  18. ElSeano89
    Aug 8, 2019
    10
    There are a small handful of games that no matter how many times I play them or how much time passes since I first played them, they still evoke the same reaction from me every time. These are the best games ever made and FF7 is one of them.

    It's important to note that after 21 years of age this game can still stand up in terms of storytelling and gameplay even after time has rendered    There are a small handful of games that no matter how many times I play them or how much time passes since I first played them, they still evoke the same reaction from me every time. These are the best games ever made and FF7 is one of them.

    It's important to note that after 21 years of age this game can still stand up in terms of storytelling and gameplay even after time has rendered its graphics mostly archaic. 21 years. It's difficult for an entertainment product of any kind to have that level of longevity. Even movies struggle to not age badly after that sort of period of time but FF7 manages it.

    The storyline ebbs and flows brilliantly, leading you from one set piece to another in a way that keeps you wanting to find out more even when you practically know the script by heart. The characters make you empathize with them and their missions and despite the odd bit of script now reading a little poorly (in part due to translation issues) you find yourself rooting for them the same way every time.

    The gameplay system in this is my favorite amongst the FF series. It's not needlessly complex but rewards an experienced player for knowing its ins and outs. It's accessible but nuanced. You could play this game slapping any materia in any weapon or you can garner the knowledge to make set ups and annihilate everything you face. The amazing thing is that it never feels less satisfying to do every time. In my recent playthrough, racing through it all somewhat it still felt satisfying to unleash limit breaks and finally break over 1000hp per hit. It still felt rewarding to level up both yourself and your materia to new heights and attack bosses with ferocity. It takes a very special sort of game to be able to do that. I think part of it is what the game gives you, it gives you bit by calculated bit. You can jump the gun here and there if you know how but by and large its that waiting and the results of that waiting that become addictive.

    Graphically, in its day, this was stunning. The mixture of FMV backgrounds with the game graphics on the front had been done before but it wasn't just the graphics but the brilliance of the design. Midgar still looks remarkable to this day. The Golden Saucer also. Towns felt alive. There was so much to see and to do in each of them they never just felt like places the designers could plonk down some shops and a save point.

    I struggle to think of a more iconic game soundtrack than this one. There are so many themes from this that are a huge part of gaming history. The opening strains of the battle theme or even better the boss theme. The WEAPON theme, Aeris' theme. They have all stood the test of time fantastically well. The only thing I can consider comparable is the soundtrack to Super Mario 64. Between the two of them they're amongst the best loved and remembered scores to gaming ever.

    The scale of the game back in the late 90's was unbelievable. A three disc game was pretty much unheard of back then and the game is an easy 20 to 30 hours even when you know every part of it by heart. There is a wealth of things to see and do and yeah modern RPGs may dwarf its content you only have to look at what else was around in 1997 to realize just how incredible of an accomplishment this game was from a technical standpoint, a gameplay stand point, a writing stand point, a musical stand point. It simply ticked every box.

    I've played the vast bulk of the FF series and I never felt they got it this right again. FF8 made this look arcane graphically but the story was all over the place, the draw system was flawed, as was the GF and Limit Break set ups. They seemed to want to always re-invent the wheel which is my major gripe with it. Most of 7 was perfect and a few tweaks what was already there would have benefited the series immensely. Instead they kept chopping and changing and as such, though it's just persona opinion, they never reached this height again. Each game before or after this has had plot work that made me stop caring or characters that were just too zany. Whilst I know I'm talking about a game where a cat rides a gigantic stuffed toy in battle wielding a megaphone that always felt like the exception to the rule. The rest of it was fantasy but in its own vein believable and relatable and that is what made the story and it's characters so brilliant, so timeless.

    Once every year or so I'll fire this up and it draws me in every single time. I'm sat here now 15 hours into a new play through when I have a backlog of vastly technologically advanced games to be playing but there is something to be said for the charm and I suppose above all the nostalgia that FF7 invokes in me. It's a brilliant game, yes, but it reminds me of my childhood and in turn reminds me just what a brilliant medium of entertainment video games can be at their finest.

    And this is one of the very finest.    … Expand
  19. iliescu
    Dec 17, 2017
    8
    Fond memories with this game, the SOLDIER class and helmets in Midgard is the nicest fetch for the heroes and villains. The armor and weapons are all worn from models impossible to expect, the awesome Sephiroth and the dual with Cloud some huge entertaining values. The plot is strange though fits with a right ending. The rebels surviving and Vincent Valentine is still well a vampire ofFond memories with this game, the SOLDIER class and helmets in Midgard is the nicest fetch for the heroes and villains. The armor and weapons are all worn from models impossible to expect, the awesome Sephiroth and the dual with Cloud some huge entertaining values. The plot is strange though fits with a right ending. The rebels surviving and Vincent Valentine is still well a vampire of sorts-well concluded except Sephiroth is not that bad a fellow as they use to fight on the same team. The train runs through as it does.… Expand
  20. Adubis27
    Mar 19, 2018
    10
    9.6/10, this game is so fun to play. Leveling up feels better here than in any other RPG. I love actually using the items I have in this game as I tend not to do that in other RPGs. Equipping new stuff is good, and grinding doesn’t feel like a chore. If you have a PS4, buy this game.
  21. oldskold
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    It's still as charming today as it was 25 years ago. Being the first FF entry into the 3D realm it is graphically bizarre, but it has a great story that easily overcomes the technical limitations.
  22. Pakon
    Jun 16, 2018
    9
    The only reason I cannot give this game a perfect 10, is because the graphics are significantly outdated. Apart from that it has one of the best stories in video games I have ever experienced. Although I am not an RPG fan, I highly recommend it to all people who haven't played it.
  23. yitus
    Jun 27, 2018
    10
    Llevo muchos años jugando a videojuegos y sin duda este es mi juego favorito por varios motivos, historia, argumento, carisma, personajes, escenarios, posibilidades, armas, habilidades, banda sonora, y podría seguir así alagando al juego de forma indefinida. Lógicamente es un juego antiguo, pero creo que es uno de los videojuegos que mejor ha envejecido, ya que aunque hayan pasado muchosLlevo muchos años jugando a videojuegos y sin duda este es mi juego favorito por varios motivos, historia, argumento, carisma, personajes, escenarios, posibilidades, armas, habilidades, banda sonora, y podría seguir así alagando al juego de forma indefinida. Lógicamente es un juego antiguo, pero creo que es uno de los videojuegos que mejor ha envejecido, ya que aunque hayan pasado muchos años desde su estreno, sigue siendo todo un referente en lo que a RPG se trata. Recomendado 1000%… Expand
  24. theflyingorange
    Aug 4, 2018
    9
    While the graphics may look dated by today's standards, this game has it all. Great characters, great game play with the easy to understand Materia system and battle system and of course an AMAZING soundtrack. However, the story could be better because around halfway through I found myself starting to lose interest in it and this is not the type of game that one can put down for a week andWhile the graphics may look dated by today's standards, this game has it all. Great characters, great game play with the easy to understand Materia system and battle system and of course an AMAZING soundtrack. However, the story could be better because around halfway through I found myself starting to lose interest in it and this is not the type of game that one can put down for a week and come back to as you will get lost. Despite this, I still recommend this game to anyone, but to anyone with an interest in RPGs, this is a must have.… Expand
  25. DylanHall
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    This is a fantastic game, the story is entertaining, the combat is addictive and the characters are really fleshed out. Best game on the ps1 and best final fantasy without a doubt
  26. Antares_A
    Oct 31, 2018
    8
    Incredible gameplay, customization system, world exploration and minigames.
    The story is awesome but too confusing.
    The Bizzaro sephiroth is my favorite FF battle of all FFs.
    Balanced fighting system.
    Poor end game content i'ts not like FF V or VI it's mostly minigames and some hard bosses.
  27. Kezian
    Jul 30, 2019
    10
    Final Fantasy Vii is my favorite game ! And the newest steam version allow mods !
  28. Roger24
    Jul 15, 2020
    10
    Final Fantasy VII is my favourite game of all time. I love the characters, the story, the combat and basically everything in it. Still in 2020 it is definitely a worth-play.
  29. greninjaX
    Nov 21, 2021
    8
    it hasn't aged super well, there's some of that "old video game Jank" every now and then, but by far the original final fantasy 7 is better than the remake
  30. mcpuddingstain
    Jun 8, 2019
    10
    Has a perfect turn-based, yet real time combat system. Characters are well developed with distinct and creative personalities and back stories. They all have their own motivations. Music is phenomenal. The story is by far one of the best in history. It seems like the perfect length to have a well-developed story and still not feel over saturated. In my opinion, this is a must-playHas a perfect turn-based, yet real time combat system. Characters are well developed with distinct and creative personalities and back stories. They all have their own motivations. Music is phenomenal. The story is by far one of the best in history. It seems like the perfect length to have a well-developed story and still not feel over saturated. In my opinion, this is a must-play for any gamer.… Expand
  31. SolarConker
    Jan 21, 2019
    10
    This game is a master piece in gaming and changed how RPG's worked for better if you can understand how the graphics were top notch at the time you will enjoy this game even more
  32. cvg
    Jan 30, 2019
    10
    The best game I ever played till TW3. Was sitting for a decade on the RPG throne. Must have!
  33. BarelyLewd
    Mar 15, 2019
    10
    My second favorite FF, Cloud is most likely the most iconic FF character to ever be created, with tons of spin off games, and characters used in multiple games from different eras, and franchises, that should tell you something, this game is as FF as you can get, an almost perfect game, with almost no negatives that come to mind, an easy in my opinion 10/10.
  34. MaxPaul20
    Mar 2, 2019
    9
    Ok so this may seem generic to most but Final Fantasy VII is one of or even the best RPG to play for its use of turn-based mechanic isn't automatically inferior. FFVII's gameplay, story, and setting are almost unparalleled. There's a reason why one of the most memorable moments in history is when Sephiroth slays Aeris. Sorry if that was a spoiler but if you haven't played FFVII yet, you'reOk so this may seem generic to most but Final Fantasy VII is one of or even the best RPG to play for its use of turn-based mechanic isn't automatically inferior. FFVII's gameplay, story, and setting are almost unparalleled. There's a reason why one of the most memorable moments in history is when Sephiroth slays Aeris. Sorry if that was a spoiler but if you haven't played FFVII yet, you're no gamer, anyway. ;) Just kidding, of course. Overall this will be a great experience for anyone.… Expand
  35. TimNotSam
    Mar 2, 2019
    10
    (no spoilers) I can't recommend this game enough. To be expected the graphics are dated and so are the animations. But this game has a lot to offer. I mean this with the world that Square has created, the characters and themes/issues.
  36. LittleEgg
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    The best JRPG of all time next to Chrono Trigger. Amazing story, charming stylized graphics, clevel use of FMV, unreal soundtrack. Fantastic rollercoaster of a game.
  37. BrenerMatos
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    Jogo fantástico, a muito tempo não via um jogo tão bom. Boa jogabilidade, gráficos fabulosos e a história sem comentários. Top demais.
  38. Akiin
    Jul 2, 2019
    10
    still to this day one of the best games of all time. it's the jrpg that invented the genre !
    after more than 20 years and even with a highly anticipated remake in production, this game still stands as one of the best. it is charming and features one of the most iconic cast of characters together with music that is enchanting and a delight even after all the years since it's release. the    still to this day one of the best games of all time. it's the jrpg that invented the genre !
    after more than 20 years and even with a highly anticipated remake in production, this game still stands as one of the best. it is charming and features one of the most iconic cast of characters together with music that is enchanting and a delight even after all the years since it's release. the story is also a big selling point , it's full of twists and surprises. after more than 20 years FF7 is still worth 9playing even without nostalgia !.    … Expand
  39. ArcCoat
    Jun 11, 2019
    10
    I played this game in my teenage years, it's a masterpiece.
    Story and characters are excellent 10/10
    Graphics are so bad that they become funny and charming, you get used to them rather quickly 10/10
    Music is legendary 10/10
    Game play is a classic 10/10

    Okay, I have to admit it, I'm slightly biased, but it is an excellent game, if you haven't played it yet, get your PS1 out!
  40. simopoz
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    In assoluto il miglior gioco di ruolo giapponese di sempre. Non c'è altro da dire, c'è solo da giocare
  41. nachoespoz
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    uno de esos juegos que debes jugar si te gustan los rpg por turnos, y mas si te gustan los clásicos de este genero.
    buena música, historia interesante y un sistema combate bueno pero que deja la sensación que el final fantasy 6 lo hizo mejor en este apartado, las materias y su uso puede ser algo innovador (en su época) pero molesto si no te gusta configurar a cada rato a tus personajes.    uno de esos juegos que debes jugar si te gustan los rpg por turnos, y mas si te gustan los clásicos de este genero.
    buena música, historia interesante y un sistema combate bueno pero que deja la sensación que el final fantasy 6 lo hizo mejor en este apartado, las materias y su uso puede ser algo innovador (en su época) pero molesto si no te gusta configurar a cada rato a tus personajes.
    en cuanto a los personajes, cloud, tifa, barret y aeris se llevan demasiado protagonismo en la historia, el resto del grupo tienen su importancia pero se nota que son mas secundarios que protagonistas, en caso de yuffie y vincent solo en ciertos momentos brillan pero en general son muy olvidados, y lastima porque vincent es un personaje que me dejo la sensación que pudo ser mas importante y hasta incluso pudo haber obtenido protagonismo al ser tan impotante en el pasado de la historia del juego.
    criticar los gráficos es poco relevante ya que este juego tiene tanto que ofrecer que obviamente el defecto grafico queda casi olvidado, en mi opinión los gráficos no importan tanto y menos en este tipo de juego, y bueno si te importan mucho los gráficos tal vez este juego no es para ti.
    mi única queja seria el final que te deja en blanco, no daré detalles pero te hace sentir extrañado por lo rápido e intrascendente que es. lastima porque uno esperaba mas.
    en conclusión es un gran juego que si bien tiene defectos, son todos perdonables en comparación con las cosas que hace bien, tal vez no es perfecto pero para los que lo jugamos en ese entonces (1997) lo recordamos con una sonrisa y hasta con añoranza porque ya no hay juegos así por parte de la empresa actual square enix, triste cuanto menos porque juegos que tuvieron este espíritu son lo que hicieron grande a los videojuegos.    … Expand
  42. Elain
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    A beautiful work of art, memorable characters, Iconic music, it still hasn't aged to this day. Do yourself a favor and just play it and enjoy this masterpiece.
  43. SomaKurusu
    Nov 19, 2019
    10
    Final Fantasy 7 es una joya atemporal que siempre estará presente en la historia de los videojuegos como de los mejores. Para su tiempo fue un juego revolucionario que permitió el acercamiento de los Juegos de Rol japoneses al terreno occidental. Sin duda lo que más marco fué su historia, adulta, con personages muy interesentes y con escenas nunca antes vistas en videojuegos. La BandaFinal Fantasy 7 es una joya atemporal que siempre estará presente en la historia de los videojuegos como de los mejores. Para su tiempo fue un juego revolucionario que permitió el acercamiento de los Juegos de Rol japoneses al terreno occidental. Sin duda lo que más marco fué su historia, adulta, con personages muy interesentes y con escenas nunca antes vistas en videojuegos. La Banda Sonora es uno de los mejores trabajos de Uematsu (que es mucho decir) y la jugabilidad es perfecta para su tiempo. Este es un juego que no necesita presentación, que casi todo el mundo conoce, aún así, he querido hacer mi aporte recomendándolo para las nuevas generaciones.… Expand
  44. tiberiotavareze
    Mar 14, 2021
    9
    My rate for this game: 9.5



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  45. DiavoloGR
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    best game ever made!!!! What can i say.. So touching... a unique experience! Α MASTERPIECE!
  46. Joakuku
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Just perfect. I dont know why some people still discuting of this game is the best in the series, it obviosly is!
  47. Benderthefourth
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    This is the best game ever created. Everything was done with passion and it's still echoing today.
    I realise that you don't understand much about the game by reading my previous sentences, but if you ever feel to trust a stranger, this is the time: trust me. This game is amazing.
  48. Oboeteiru0
    May 11, 2023
    10
    Tenía unos 13 años. Mi primer RPG. Qué manera de empezar. Una historia y unos personajes inolvidables y la mejor banda sonora de la historia.
  49. PokeBluedude
    Feb 15, 2023
    10
    Honestly this is the only 10 game I have ever played as nothing is a ten. Except this! Much better than the remake, this has soul depth and emotion. I care about the characters the world and their struggles. If you haven't played this game before and love rpgs, than I think you'll love it.
  50. Robert88
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    A classic game that paved the way for games of today .. this title helped pioneer fully 3d rendered characters , and cgi cutscenes. With state of the art mechanics .. definitely a cult classic
  51. edugiru85
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    this was, is, and will ever be the best videogame ever, at least for me and for an entire generation of gamers
    defines videogame perfection
  52. Pedrovroma
    Mar 2, 2020
    10
    Best game ever! Best story, Best gameplay! Waiting for remake!
    No other game have same feeling
  53. AbhinavDasiga
    Apr 16, 2020
    8
    A revolutionary game which has strong characters and gripping narrative. Gameplay will feel a little dated now that it has aged, but the influence it has had on JRPGs and cinematic games is undeniable.
  54. DarkFireUmad
    Mar 19, 2020
    9
    No es mi Final Favorito, pero es un juego que con 23 años y sabiendo muchas cosas antes de empezarlo a jugar me ha encantado. Probablemente lo podría haber sido con el factor sorpresa y sobretodo nostalgia como mucha gente tiene que ahora entiendo.
  55. Ahmad-Alrahili
    Mar 21, 2020
    10
    The reason that makes FF7 special is their capability,there is nothing that you cannot do in the battle Although the game was released in 1997, which you usually don't see games like this..the story is perfect , There are chemical relationships between the characters and each one of them has a specific motivation that causes him to fight the danger that threatens the peace of the entireThe reason that makes FF7 special is their capability,there is nothing that you cannot do in the battle Although the game was released in 1997, which you usually don't see games like this..the story is perfect , There are chemical relationships between the characters and each one of them has a specific motivation that causes him to fight the danger that threatens the peace of the entire planet.. Which you don't usually see something like that in the 90s games , This game inspired JRPG game developers… Expand
  56. Fmsound
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Best Rpg game of al time. Need no introduction... gameplay, music, story...
  57. AlexsandroRP
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    10/10/10/1010/10/10/1010/10/10/1010/10/10/1010/10/10/1010/10/10/1010/10/10/10
  58. PhantomPlayin
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    There Is so much I can say about Final Fantasy 7 but I'll just say this Final Fantasy 7 Is and always will be the best game of all time.
  59. DantasVGabriel
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente Foda, provavelmente meu RPG favorito, um marco para a industria dos games, personagens carismáticos,história emocionante,uma mecânica de gameplay simples e talvez a melhor da Franquia pra mim esse jogo é 10/10 fácil.
  60. Illix
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    A true gem. This was my first Final Fantasy and JRPG and was single-handedly responsible for opening the doors to countless others. A perfect example of gameplay trumping graphics for days hands down. It's hilarious that the very same company that developed it over 30 years ago can't produce or replicate anything like it today.
  61. LucilleMagar
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    Oh my dear beloved Final Fantasy VII game, I should have done this long time ago. I would have rated you 11/10 if it was possible. Thank you for making my childhood Great.
  62. lionheart3104
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    Amazing tribute to the 1997 classic. FF7 was my first RPG and deeply impacting me growing up. I couldn't be happier with this remake. It's faithful to the source material and (if possible) actually makes it better. I loved the slow pace of this game -- allowing the time needed for more character development. I also could not have loved the soundtrack more -- major kudos to theAmazing tribute to the 1997 classic. FF7 was my first RPG and deeply impacting me growing up. I couldn't be happier with this remake. It's faithful to the source material and (if possible) actually makes it better. I loved the slow pace of this game -- allowing the time needed for more character development. I also could not have loved the soundtrack more -- major kudos to the composers/arrangers -- all the variations on the themes we know and love were simply stunning.

    I hope the wait for the next installment isn't too long.    … Expand
  63. Arrrang
    May 27, 2020
    10
    GOAT! This was a real game-changer for the videogames industry. It had it all!
  64. Sitheral
    Jun 14, 2020
    10
    Likely the best game ever made, and it sure is for me, FF7 contains so many things in its world, so many moods, places, characters and twists that it would be impossible to write about them here. It is the very definition of a great adventure.
  65. GrannyWeed
    Mar 12, 2022
    9
    This game introduced me to the JRPG behemoth that is Final Fantasy. This game has a lot going for it.
    Addicting gameplay with a RPG system that rewards you for breaking it which could also be bad because it will make the game a little bit too easy. Characters are mostly good but some are a bit lacking. The worldbuilding is just mesmerizing. You really feel you are living in a vast,    This game introduced me to the JRPG behemoth that is Final Fantasy. This game has a lot going for it.
    Addicting gameplay with a RPG system that rewards you for breaking it which could also be bad because it will make the game a little bit too easy. Characters are mostly good but some are a bit lacking. The worldbuilding is just mesmerizing. You really feel you are living in a vast, fantasy world. The story I think is the biggest strength the game has with full of suprises and exciting build-up.
    Oh did I mention that the soundtrack is one of the best that gaming has to offer?
    Negatives I'd say are the super dissaponting graphics which will make you hit your head on the wall
    multiple times. If you are looking to get into the Final Fantasy series, this is a good starter    … Expand
  66. Svetlendrius
    Jun 19, 2020
    9
    The best JRPG with an interesting plot, impressive characters, good jokes, a variety of pumping, a memorable soundtrack and not a bad drama.
  67. JimPickens
    Jun 25, 2021
    10
    Polygonal Perfection

    Final Fantasy 7 is one of those games we've all sort of unanimously agreed in horribly overrated, but still one of the best games we've ever played. Its usage of everything that made the previous games so special combined with an interpersonal story about identity and death make it something worthy of recognition. Much like the rest of the PS1 era, FF7 is more    Polygonal Perfection

    Final Fantasy 7 is one of those games we've all sort of unanimously agreed in horribly overrated, but still one of the best games we've ever played. Its usage of everything that made the previous games so special combined with an interpersonal story about identity and death make it something worthy of recognition.

    Much like the rest of the PS1 era, FF7 is more about its characters than anything else. Cloud, Barret, Tifa, Aerith and everybody make this game what it is, even the disgustingly janky polygonal art style can't ruin how beautifully these characters are written, even the optional characters, Yuffie and Vincent are written in such a way you'd be mistaken for forgetting they're optional, hell Vincent got his own spin off for Seventh Heavens sake. Though everybody is written immaculately, Cloud is where this writing shines, though FF9 is my favourite, even I must yield to how amazing Clouds writing his. His story revolves around his identity and the identity crisis he goes through as a result of the story and events before it, I won't spoil it here because I think it's something you really should experience first hand, particularly through this game, since the Remake kinda spoils it early on and it's a reveal better placed later in the story.

    Combat is Final Fantasy combat, not much to say really, it feels good and it's as fun as turn based can be but if it doesn't please you, luckily the HD Remaster has Cheats that let you bypass the combat and just enjoy the story, though I do recommend you at least give it a go and see if you like it first.

    The music in FF7 is truly amazing, Uematsu really outdid himself with 7's ost, everything from Bombing Mission to One-Winged Angel is a delight, every time I go back and play this game I always find myself humming along to The Oppressed or The Turks, and no matter how many times I get into Random Encounter fights, Fight On! never gets old, and hey the entire OST is on Spotify now, so we can finally headbang to Those Who Fight Further on the train... As long as you don't mind the glaring anyway.

    The story is somewhat unremarkable when taken on its own, it's good, just not GREAT, however when combined with the Prequel game Crisis Core and the Sequel movie Advent Children, it really is quite special, I recommend playing FF7 proper first, then at some point going through again with Crisis Core and Advent Children on either side of the game, it really does make it much more engrossing.

    My only real complaint is... the graphics, good god this game is ugly, the shift from the NES to the PS1 was not kind to poor old FF7, character models look ridiculous with their stupid blocky stub hands and their dead expressions, especially when placed right between FF6 which looks stunning and is real eye candy to those of us who like Sprite based graphics, and FF8 which didn't look great when it released, but with the HD Remaster on modern hardware, really does look quite beautiful, it just exemplifies how atrocious FF7 looks.

    Overall, despite its shortcomings, FF7 is still an easy 10 in my mind, perhaps its my own bias because FF7 was the first proper JRPG I played, or maybe I've simply been indoctrinated by the internets love of this game, whatever the case, I truly do love Final Fantasy 7 and urge you all to play the original at least once.    … Expand
  68. INU4SH4
    Aug 13, 2020
    8
    This game has been around for over 20 years and despite all the constant praise it gets as one of the best games of all time and a masterpiece, I only played it this year.

    First things first, while I don't believe it is a masterpiece I still think it a great JRPG title and a must-play for fans of the genre. The story felt mind-blowing at times and had an interesting villain with a    This game has been around for over 20 years and despite all the constant praise it gets as one of the best games of all time and a masterpiece, I only played it this year.

    First things first, while I don't believe it is a masterpiece I still think it a great JRPG title and a must-play for fans of the genre.

    The story felt mind-blowing at times and had an interesting villain with a great design but at times also felt too sentimental and far-fetched. Overall still great though. The open-ending could have been better but it was a good conclusion but left a few questions unanswered.
    The characters are quite likable and interesting and the main party feels very diverse. Sometimes I felt like the characters could have been explored more though side-quests and dialogue but they still had solid personalities. I also enjoyed that some of the characters were pretty comical.
    The turn-based combat was also enjoyable and it still felt flesh although a bunch of enemy designs and skills felt really random and out of place. That's one of my main complaints and what holds the score down the most.

    The bottom line is: if you're a JRPG fan you should definitely play this one at least once. The story has a solid length and there are tons of side quests and stuff to do. The experience and the characters will stick with you although the writing could have been better in some occasions and the enemy designs and skills could have been more serious.    … Expand
  69. GeorgeFloydGay
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Величайшая игра всех времен и народов. Именно она мне открыла дорогу в огромный мир JRPG, за что я ей благодарен, но как ни странно, лучше неё я так ни во что и не играл.
  70. Feliciano666
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Un juego hermoso, que contiene una historia impresionante.Infaltable en la colección de amantes de los buenos juegos .
  71. Suterusu
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    FF7 and the entire series before 7 has always been one of greatness though this was the last masterpiece in the series and everything that came after slowly got watered down until we got to the current era of rehashing FF13&15 gameplay and ruining the remake by retconning the story for a generic time manipulation trope and only giving 1/10th of the game in one release. Every special detailFF7 and the entire series before 7 has always been one of greatness though this was the last masterpiece in the series and everything that came after slowly got watered down until we got to the current era of rehashing FF13&15 gameplay and ruining the remake by retconning the story for a generic time manipulation trope and only giving 1/10th of the game in one release. Every special detail in the original has been forgotten and lost in translation when remaking it.

    I could wax poetic on why it's such a great game but rather I will ask the person reading this right now one question: why haven't you played this yet?    … Expand
  72. Fickelouss
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    played this in 2019 and was honestly one of my favourites of the year. it may not hold up to the modern standard of AAA game anymore but damn that story is as good as any can get
  73. Chababa
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Beloved classic game. Nothing more to say about the story and characters. I must commend how this game captured my imagination as a kid.
  74. noobmaster6901
    Aug 1, 2021
    10
    A perfect blend of story,action and beautiful graphics, must play for almost everyone
  75. Captainraph
    Jan 5, 2022
    10
    No other games story and music and world brought us all to the heights of emotion and excitement that this game had. Are there even words?
  76. emilyratesgames
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
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  77. Jet2019
    Jul 23, 2020
    9
    Being old and all...this game Exceeded my expectations in every way possible. In the beginning I was playing just for the story but it became more than that. Once I actually bothered to learn the Materia system I enjoyed it much more. It was full n moving around peoples Materia and creating the best team I could. I think story wise it was great. Some confusing moments for sure, but itBeing old and all...this game Exceeded my expectations in every way possible. In the beginning I was playing just for the story but it became more than that. Once I actually bothered to learn the Materia system I enjoyed it much more. It was full n moving around peoples Materia and creating the best team I could. I think story wise it was great. Some confusing moments for sure, but it didn't bother me too much as I don't need to understand every detail personally. (I've played kingdom hearts games it doesn't get more confusing than that). One problem I had with the game was figuring out where to go. I liked the pre rendered backgrounds...but sometimes they made navigating where to go hard and confusing. There were multiple parts in the game where I needed a guide to know where/how to go. Maybe that's just me though. Random encounters made that process even more stressful. But that was really the only major flaw I could think of with the game. I think once I got the highwind I didn't have any problems with that actually. It made navigating the world faster, easier, and more fun. I actually came to love the graphics personally. Once I got highwind I explored the workd more, got all level 4 limit breaks and all ultimate weapons for cloud Tifa and cid, who were my 3 favorite characters. The blocky character designs and 3D backgrounds. At first glance some people may say they are ugly, but to me they had a unique charm that I've seen no other game have. The word was so fun and full of life, I think the soundtrack was the biggest part of this. The soundtrack of this game is one of the best I've ever heard honestly. Ahead on our way, the main theme, Aerith theme, tifas theme, and one winged angel were my favorites. I LOVED the game. I'd say it was incredible considering it's 23 years old! In conclusion, I would personally say it's definitely worth a playthrough in 2020. I played it without any mods, just how it was on the PlayStation 1 and t was so much fun! Enjoyed it from start to finish. Played it for 43 hours total and it was so worth it! Some people dismiss this game being considered great for nostalgic people...but I played it 23 years after it's release with no nostalgia and it was epic!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  78. Geraldo3Good
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    Even with the dated graphics and the remake out, this game is still a masterpiece. The soundtrack is god tier and the story is amazing.
  79. Mangorn
    Aug 15, 2020
    8
    Greatest Game of all time! Its just perfect! An absolute Must Play Game! A game so brilliant it enlightens your soul.
  80. Lux_Master_
    Jan 13, 2023
    10
    We are in 2023 and Final Fantasy VII still remain one of the best game of all time and one of the best FF alongside FF14. This is more of a throwback than a review. FF7 is the game that popularized JRPG to the West as well as the first RPG for many people. It is also for a lot of gamer the first contact that people ever had with PTSD and how it affected the individual, especially with howWe are in 2023 and Final Fantasy VII still remain one of the best game of all time and one of the best FF alongside FF14. This is more of a throwback than a review. FF7 is the game that popularized JRPG to the West as well as the first RPG for many people. It is also for a lot of gamer the first contact that people ever had with PTSD and how it affected the individual, especially with how the storyline treats Cloud's mental illness, in an era where mental awareness wasn't as big as today. FF7 also managed to create simultaneously one of the best protagonist and the best antagonist not only in gaming, but in pop culture in general. Sephiroth's influence on culture as a villain is big and 25 years later, still remains in some rankings' highest spot, sharing the podium with the fairly recent Emelt-Selch from FF14 Shadowbringers… Expand
  81. hector_bcn98
    Oct 31, 2022
    10
    Personajes, historia, duración, jugabilidad... todo. Lo tiene todo para ser el mejor videojuego de todos los tiempos y, sin embargo, ahí está el IX.
  82. JetAlone
    Feb 3, 2021
    8
    Final Fantasy VII is truly a timeless game. Even after 20 years, it's still regarded as one of, if not THE greatest RPG of all time. While I definitely don't agree with that statement, I can't argue against the massive impact that this game has had on the industry. I do think that the game has quite a few flaws, and some really big ones at that, but as a whole, it's a really great time. AsFinal Fantasy VII is truly a timeless game. Even after 20 years, it's still regarded as one of, if not THE greatest RPG of all time. While I definitely don't agree with that statement, I can't argue against the massive impact that this game has had on the industry. I do think that the game has quite a few flaws, and some really big ones at that, but as a whole, it's a really great time. As much as I love the characters, story, and music, the highlight of FFVII is easily the Materia system. It's simply a ton of fun to experiment with different materia combinations, just to see what happens. Like, do you want to turn your enemies into frogs with every hit? Just throw an Added Effect + Transform on your weapon and there you go! Or would you rather inflict instant death upon every hit? Well, an Added Effect + Destruct will get the job done. I seriously cannot emphasize how much customization you have over your characters with materia. It makes the game worth playing just by itself. Now, as much as I absolutely love the majority of FFVII, there are some serious problems that the game has. My biggest issue with the game is how the story is presented. Now, don't get me wrong, the story of FFVII is great. Genuinely one of the best in the series. My issue is how they decide to tell it. At multiple points in the game, everything just screeches to a halt, and a plot-dump of information is told all at once. Not only that, but they decide to tell it in a somewhat unorthodox, kinda vague way. I get what they're trying to do, they're trying to tell the story in a way that makes you think "Wow, that was such an interesting way they did that!" But they do such a poor job of explaining things, that you're more than likely left confused at what happened. I appreciate the effort of them trying to explain the story in a different way, but I think they could've handled it better. However, once you do understand the story, it truly is great. I personally think FFVI has the best story in the series, but this one comes close. In short, I really love this game. There are some aspects about it that I realllllly dislike, but the good very much outweighs the bad. If you've never played FFVII, I really do recommend it, it's a game that I think everyone should try at least once. It's amazing at best, and inoffensive at worst.… Expand
  83. CharlestonBit
    Jul 14, 2022
    10
    This is the best game ever created. The devs behind this game really knew what they were doing when designing and engineering the game, by using amazingly crafted images and then throwing the 3d characters atop them to fit more and more and more story onto the Playstation hardware.

    The characters are all 10/10, all of the npcs feel like they could be real people with real lives, which    This is the best game ever created. The devs behind this game really knew what they were doing when designing and engineering the game, by using amazingly crafted images and then throwing the 3d characters atop them to fit more and more and more story onto the Playstation hardware.

    The characters are all 10/10, all of the npcs feel like they could be real people with real lives, which makes you just fall more and more and more in love with the world, speaking of the world...

    The world is probably the best part, Midgar is one of the most creative places I've ever seen in gaming. And the exploration! It still blows my mind that you could go down an alleyway and then go through an entire part of the story that you otherwise wouldn't even know about. This feeds your mind to explore every nook and cranny that you find.

    The music is amazing as well, never have I ever seen a game encapsulate a moment more than this game's music, from that iconic opening scene from Midgar to running around the Shinra building and fighting freaking giant robots on a crashing elevator.

    THE MINIGAMES ARE SO WELL MADE! It just continued to blow my mind more and more how much this game pushes its limits, when I felt and saw that motorcycle minigame nearing the end of Midgar, now that was insane.

    I could go on and on about this game and how amazing it is, if you haven't played this game, you NEED to.

    Cheers.    … Expand
  84. SuperClaudio64
    Feb 28, 2021
    8
    Un gioco che ho amato ma che con il tempo inizia a calarmi. Non per il gioco in sè ma per quello che è diventato, Final Fantasy7 è un ottimo Rpg che bisognerebbe giocare se si è fan del genere, ma che non bisognerebbe andare ad espandere poi. Il gioco originale è molto bello ma i suoi spinoff, sequel o remake hanno macchiato quel universo che una volta era così particolare e finito, e perUn gioco che ho amato ma che con il tempo inizia a calarmi. Non per il gioco in sè ma per quello che è diventato, Final Fantasy7 è un ottimo Rpg che bisognerebbe giocare se si è fan del genere, ma che non bisognerebbe andare ad espandere poi. Il gioco originale è molto bello ma i suoi spinoff, sequel o remake hanno macchiato quel universo che una volta era così particolare e finito, e per questo non riesco più a rivederlo sotto la stessa luce di un tempo....… Expand
  85. Game-Loop
    May 1, 2021
    10
    Fantastic game, it has a very good story, striking scenes that make anyone feel emotional, I know that the graphics are not the best, but that doesn’t take away the note of this incredible game! 10/10
  86. valianty
    May 15, 2021
    10
    My favorite Final Fantasy game. My first FF game too. I loved every second of it. I don't remember any other game that I've cried so hard like this one. The game that changed everything.
  87. Didntask
    Jun 25, 2021
    10
    If you do not like this game then shut up. Class game with a banger plot, likeable characters, Great soundtrack and a unique setting.
  88. ArthurWinters
    Jun 26, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece! A pillar of the videogames' history! An emotional story. Final Fantasy VII it's not just a game, it's a life expirience, an expirience that EVERYONE must try least once.
  89. RadicalRachel
    Jul 29, 2021
    10
    I played the PS1 version just a little while ago and I ADORED it! the music, the characters, the story, every little thing really touched me. I just simply loved everything about it, and Im usually one to be a contrarian. I dont want to spoil anything at all just so you go play it yourself!
  90. Avid_StoryLover
    Aug 17, 2021
    10
    I can't say enough how much I loved this game when I was younger I went through extremes to get this game I rented it twice from the video store and then finally from a friend. The story the characters and the gameplay are just outstanding. Sephiroth remains my favorite villain In the series and Ive played most of them. I will always be a fan of the turn based system and this one gets itI can't say enough how much I loved this game when I was younger I went through extremes to get this game I rented it twice from the video store and then finally from a friend. The story the characters and the gameplay are just outstanding. Sephiroth remains my favorite villain In the series and Ive played most of them. I will always be a fan of the turn based system and this one gets it perfect. I can't really say anything bad about this game it's a timeless classic and I confirmed this by replaying it on ps4.… Expand
  91. CloudStrife05
    Aug 16, 2021
    10
    Great story, characters and score. Memorable protagonist and antagonist. The game was a head of it's time.
  92. SupNiij
    Aug 19, 2021
    10
    This game spanks. Been my favorite since it came out.

    I met a fellow gamer girl recently, we got on well until I asked what her favorite FF games were and she listed them backwards with 7 as her least favorite.

    That's when I knew it wasn't gonna work out.
  93. IAmGood-U
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    One of the best games ever made. Easy. The story is amazing. The characters are awesome, with lots of party members to choose from. Music is some of the most memorable of all time. Chocobo breeding and racing! This game is simply incredible.
  94. LegendOfMe
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    My second favorite in the FF franchise. I love the setting and characters, the materia system, the limit breaks, the side content, and music.
    Cons: Slow paced battles especially with summons, graphics don't age well and you sometimes can't see where to go, and bosses aren't unique.

    95/100
  95. chozmo
    Oct 1, 2021
    10
    Still, the best game I have ever played. I have replayed this game at least 7 times over the years. And that is is at least 50+ hours each run. The story is the most original and creative i have ever played. nothing since, in my opinion, has ever come close. Someone posted you don't feel the characters like the new one, I feel the opposite, I felt so emotionally invested in them I trulyStill, the best game I have ever played. I have replayed this game at least 7 times over the years. And that is is at least 50+ hours each run. The story is the most original and creative i have ever played. nothing since, in my opinion, has ever come close. Someone posted you don't feel the characters like the new one, I feel the opposite, I felt so emotionally invested in them I truly cared what happen to them and what decisions I made. I actually teared up at some moments. This game defined me as a person and a gamer as I was growing up as a kid, as what I hope to expect in other RPGs and final fantasy's, but none have.… Expand
  96. Kostas_Spirou
    Aug 16, 2023
    9
    I'm so glad that I've finally experienced this legendary game, it's definitely the best old school Final Fantasy game I've played.

    The gameplay mechanics are outdated and slow, but the beautiful story makes the experience worthwhile. The characters are interesting and likable, some of them could have had more development but the main cast is great. The music is fantastic and very    I'm so glad that I've finally experienced this legendary game, it's definitely the best old school Final Fantasy game I've played.

    The gameplay mechanics are outdated and slow, but the beautiful story makes the experience worthwhile.

    The characters are interesting and likable, some of them could have had more development but the main cast is great.

    The music is fantastic and very iconic, One-Winged Angel is awesome and gave me goosebumps.

    The only things I disliked about the game are the annoying minigames that affect the pacing, and the unnecessary filler in the middle of the game, but other than that there isn't anything else that bothered me that much.

    Even after all those years, this game managed to surprise me and even make me feel emotional, it's such a big game, and probably even a masterpiece for its time, I'm honestly impressed.

    Final Rating: "Amazing" ~ 9/10.    … Expand
  97. IdkAkaIdk
    Mar 15, 2023
    10
    Best videogame soundtrack of all time, best videogame villain of all time. Materia system top notch. Giant explorable world, with huge variety of enemies, weapons, quests. This game has it all. The goat
  98. Gal0_Ninja
    Aug 11, 2023
    9
    A mecânica das "Materias" é um tanto simples de aprender, apesar de elas serem fáceis de se aprender, saber como conectá-las e com que arma pode ser um tanto confuso, já os "Limit Breaks" são mais divertidos de se usar, com cada personagem possuindo seu próprio os tornando mais característicos, já os "Summons" segue o padrão da franquia, não possuindo nada muito de especial, mas aindaA mecânica das "Materias" é um tanto simples de aprender, apesar de elas serem fáceis de se aprender, saber como conectá-las e com que arma pode ser um tanto confuso, já os "Limit Breaks" são mais divertidos de se usar, com cada personagem possuindo seu próprio os tornando mais característicos, já os "Summons" segue o padrão da franquia, não possuindo nada muito de especial, mas ainda divertido de invocá-los.

    A parte artísitica dispensa apresentações, o design de todos os personagens são muito carismáticos, as animações (Apesar de serem datadas pelo lançamento ser ainda no início do Playstation) são muito bonitas de se assistir, apesar que algumas animações de summon e limit break são um pouco demoradas e vê-las repetidas vezes pode ser um tanto cansativo.

    Já a história pode causar um tanto de controvérsia. Ela consegue ser impactante e desperta a curiosidade do jogador em saber mais sobre os personagens e o mundo, tudo isso em uma mistura de ambientação perfeita entre o fantástico e a ficção científica distópica, porém alguns personagens não possuem muita motivação e o objetivo do vilão confuso.    … Expand
  99. Dravgis
    Feb 5, 2022
    9
    Phew! What a great game, really enjoyed it. It takes up so many important themes, like human greed, nature vs machines nad life and existence itself. The story is great.
    The game play is also cool. It has aged a bit, but oh how charming it is to see how creative the developers got with it. It has quite a few different mini games merged in to the story. The battles are mostly turn based,    Phew! What a great game, really enjoyed it. It takes up so many important themes, like human greed, nature vs machines nad life and existence itself. The story is great.
    The game play is also cool. It has aged a bit, but oh how charming it is to see how creative the developers got with it. It has quite a few different mini games merged in to the story. The battles are mostly turn based, but with the materia system it's great.
    The art is also great. From the characters and objects, to all the different environments, and tiny details in the houses, I just think it looks so *cool*. The cut scenes have also aged somewhat, but still very charming to see.
    I played the game on the switch, which has a few useful features such as 3x speed, and turning off random encounters. Overall a great game, should definitely be played!    … Expand
  100. albericegames
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Jogo incrível , história contagiante , game play tradicional de final fantasy.
    Desde o início do game você vê o valor da amizade no game.
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Awards & Rankings

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#2 Best PS1 Game of 1997
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#1 Most Discussed PS1 Game of 1997
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#2 Most Shared PS1 Game of 1997

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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. GMR Magazine
    90
    Brought RPGs into the Western spotlight and contained the most debated plot twist of an era. [Feb 2003, p.97]
  2. Gamestyle
    90
    You can play the game time and time again. Always finding something new, from a new piece of materia to a new place, to defeating the ultimate weapons. The story twists and turns all the time always keeping you guessing as to what will happen next.
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  3. Thunderbolt
    90
    Without a doubt, FF7 is one of the top Final Fantasy games out there. It is also one of the best RPG adventures of all time.
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