The highly anticipated conclusion to the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy may be heading for a wider release than previously expected. After launching the first two installments as PlayStation exclusives-and later expanding to Xbox and Nintendo Switch 2-industry observers predicted the third installment would follow a similar path. However, reports suggest Square Enix may be shifting away from timed exclusives, potentially bringing the final chapter to multiple platforms simultaneously. Details are emerging from leaker NateTheHate indicating a planned simultaneous release, which could significantly broaden access to the continuation of this beloved story.
The first two installments of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy initially launched as PlayStation exclusives. While the original Remake was first available on PS4, Rebirth debuted solely on PS5. However, both titles have since expanded to other platforms, with Remake recently arriving on Xbox Series X/S and the Nintendo Switch 2 (you can find a review of the latter version here).
Given this trend, it was widely anticipated that the third and final entry – currently without an official title – would also remain a PlayStation exclusive for a period. But that assumption may not be entirely accurate.
Reliable leaker NateTheHate shared in a YouTube video that Square Enix has reportedly moved away from platform-exclusive releases. This could mean that Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth… (Rebirth… The New Threat… Sephiroth’s Revenge… and Cloud’s Destiny…) may launch on multiple platforms simultaneously. While specific platforms weren’t mentioned, it’s reasonable to expect a simultaneous release on PC and Xbox Series X/S, with Nintendo Switch 2 support dependent on the console’s technical capabilities.
According to NateTheHate, the full statement reads: “There will be no timed PlayStation exclusives. It will release everything at once.”
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The Final Fantasy VII Remake project represents a significant investment in reimagining a beloved classic for a modern audience, and this potential shift in release strategy could broaden its reach considerably.
