Final Fantasy VII Remake (for PlayStation 4) Review
1997’s Final Fantasy VII is one of the most beloved games ever released. Its (then) state-of-the-art graphics, memorable characters, and engaging gameplay are still highly regarded to this day. For years, fans have begged developer Square Enix to revisit the Japanese role-playing game with contemporary technology—a request the company has finally fulfilled with Final Fantasy VII Remake. The 2020 iteration features the classic characters, story, and setting you remember, but reinterpreted with modern-day graphics and gameplay. People who’ve played the original version will experience the iconic tale in a new light, while the uninitiated can finally explore the game—well, part of it.
Episode One Though it doesn’t say so on the box, Final Fantasy VII Remake is an episodic title. In fact, this particular installment consists of the game's opening Midgar region. However, instead of being only ten hours, this is a beefy 40-hour experience. Despite being just a fraction of Final Fanta...
Final Fantasy VII Remake wonderfully reinterprets the legendary JRPG via modern-day graphics and a tighter focus on narrative and characterization. Unfortunately, it's just the first part of a massive tale.
Fast-paced, strategic combat; Detailed environments and character models; Strong focus on narrative and characterization; Highly customizable Materia system
Some glaring lower-res textures; Enemies occasionally interrupt your attacks and spells; Not the complete story