Final Fantasy VII: what games do I need to play before Rebirth?

With release scheduled for February 29th, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth promises to start from the point where it ended Final Fantasy VII Remake2020. However, to fully understand the title It won’t be enough to have played the previous chapteras strange as that may seem.

All of this is the result of a series of decisions by Square Enix, which considers Final Fantasy VII far beyond a single game. Since the company announced the Compilation of Final Fantasy VII, in 2003, the game had its universe of characters and plots expanded. However, if certain stories are connected, they are not always presented in an accessible way.

But don’t worry: you can still enjoy Final Fantasy VII Rebirth having only played the 2020 Remake, or starting straight from it. However, if you follow our recommendations, the chances of have a more complete experience and not get lost in some inserted references or situations.

Final Fantasy VII: the basis of everything

The most obvious starting point to understand what will happen in the remake is the original game, released for the first PlayStation in 1997. Although its visuals have aged a lot over the last two decades, the RPG still has a very solid story, strengthened by a system gameplay that has stood the test of time well.

The title is much simpler than the 2020 Remake and resolves some situations more directly. The best way to enjoy the title is to check out its most recent re-releasewhich brought evolution accelerators and a revised translation — and which is available for PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch.

Final Fantasy VII Remake

Another good entry point is the 2020 Remake, available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and PC, via the Epic Games Store and Steam. However, some creative decisions by Square Enix may make it difficult for you to understand some parts, especially when it comes to the final moments.

Final Fantasy VII Remake is a good entry point.Source: Disclosure/Square Enix

This happens because, despite being quite faithful to the original plot, the title also brings some comments that assume the player already knows what happened in the past. This means that, while you will find a prettier game with a more developed script than the original, relying solely on it can leave you confused. Rebirth. Like, for example, having no idea who Zack is or why you should care about him.

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion

The most impactful game in Compilation of Final Fantasy VII, Crisis Core is entirely focused on Zack Fair, who is expected to have a major role in Rebirth. Although chronologically it takes place before the events of the original game, starting with it may not be the best possible option. This is because it shows many things that, in the 1997 game, are treated as major twists.

The title is also responsible for introducing some important secondary characters who should appear in the new chapter of the series. If you have no problem “ruining” some surprises, the best thing to do is opt for the remaster Reunionque chegou em 2022 para o PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch e PC.

Other important but non-essential products

How Square Enix Treats Its “Universe Final Fantasy VII” like a big interconnected world, other releases from the company also bring elements that can help you make the most of Rebirth. However, the vast majority of them will only bring some small curiosity or additional informationand they are not considered essential.

This is the case of Dirge of Cerberus: Final Fantasy VII, a sequel to the original game that remains exclusive to the PlayStation 2 and introduces some characters that should appear in the new trilogy of remakes. However, given that they should not play a central role and the difficulty of getting the game currently, it should not be one of your priorities.

Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis is an “alternative remake” of the series.Source: Disclosure/Square Enix

The same can be said of Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis, the “alternative remake” that is available for mobile and PC platforms. With an episodic format, the title also introduces new plots that enrich the universe of the series.

To top it off, anyone who already knows the original game or played the 2020 Remake will also You might find it interesting to check out the animation Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children. It presents some concepts about Sephiroth and his legacy that are being used a lot in the remade titles, in addition to bringing some very fun combat scenes (and which make up for the various stumbles in its script).

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