New comments from the top developers behind Final Fantasy VII Remake suggest that the series may move away from PlayStation console exclusivity by 2025. This transition could deliver the widely-regarded series to a wider reach, maybe even Xbox and Nintendo platforms.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Could Leave PlayStation Exclusivity Behind, Expanding to Other Platforms in 2025
In an interview with IGN Brazil during The Game Awards 2024 series producer Yoshinori Kitase spoke to the global sales and exclusivity of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the second installment in the three-part series. While sales were strong, the game at launch didn’t hit profitability expectations. In today’s gaming landscape, Kitase admitted, single-platform exclusives are becoming increasingly untenable. To maximize access to a game, it must be cross-platform, he said. Such a statement fits with wider industry trends focusing on accessibility and multi-platform availability.
Making speculation even more rife, Naoki Hamaguchi, director of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, indicated as much in an interview with the Japanese publication 4Gamer. In a developer discussion toward the end of the year, Hamaguchi reiterated the team’s desire to expand the reach of the series in 2025. Although the game is set to release on PC pronto, his comments imply that the team is exploring other platforms like the Xbox Series X/S and the much-talked-about Nintendo Switch 2. If the rumored specifications of the Switch 2 are accurate, the platform will likely be able to run the games with some adjustments to graphics and performance.
It also could be a huge step for the Final Fantasy VII Remake series. Final Fantasy VII Remake as well as Final Fantasy VII Rebirth sat on the very top of the pile when it comes to storytelling, gameplay, and production quality. The series can take advantage of sharing its top-tier narrative and co-op fighting on other platforms. This news is exciting for fans of JRPGs since that means these masterpieces will get new attention on non-PlayStation platforms.
FAQs
Will the Final Fantasy VII Remake series be available on Xbox?
While not officially confirmed, the development team’s recent statements suggest the series could be coming to Xbox and possibly other platforms in 2025.
When will Final Fantasy VII Rebirth be available on PC?
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is set to launch on PC in less than a month, marking the beginning of its broader platform availability.
