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FF7 revelation
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The gist
Square Enix set Final Fantasy VII Revelation for April 8, 2027. The final remake chapter closes a seven-year trilogy.
Background
Final Fantasy VII Revelation is the third and final part of Square Enix's remake of the classic 1997 RPG. It was revealed at Gamescom 2026 with a trailer and gameplay details, and its release date was confirmed during a Sony State of Play on September 3, 2026. The game concludes the story of Cloud Strife and his party as they face planetary threats like the Weapons and Meteor.
How it unfolded
- Aug 30, 2026At Gamescom Opening Night Live, Square Enix debuted a new trailer for Final Fantasy VII Revelation, showing gameplay and confirming features like free exploration via the Highwind airship and a new FITS system.
- Sep 2, 2026Reports emerged that Chadley, a character many fans find annoying, will have a bigger role in the story, drawing negative reactions from some fans.
- Sep 3, 2026During a Sony State of Play, Square Enix revealed the release date of April 8, 2027, for PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Who’s saying what
- Fans
- Some fans are unhappy that Chadley, a character they find annoying, is getting a bigger role in the story.
- Director
- Naoki Hamaguchi said the trailer marks the beginning of the information rollout, with more to come in the months ahead.
Still unverified
Details about Chadley's expanded role are based on an IGN interview with the director, but specific story implications are not fully confirmed.