Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 Coming to PS5 First

Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3: PS5 Launch Confirmed, Multi-Platform Release Planned

FF7 Remake Part 3 Will Again Release on PS5 First, Other Platforms Later

The highly anticipated final installment of the FF7 Remake trilogy will debut on the PlayStation 5, according to producers Yoshinori Kitase and director Naoki Hamaguchi. This confirmation, revealed in a January 23, 2025, interview with 4Gamer, alleviates concerns among PlayStation fans following the staggered releases of previous installments.

FF7 Remake Part 3 Will Again Release on PS5 First, Other Platforms Later

PS5 Launch and Beyond:

While the PS5 is nearing the midpoint of its lifecycle, the future of the FF7 Remake trilogy on a potential PS6 remains uncertain. The focus currently remains on delivering a compelling PS5 experience.

Release Date Under Wraps:

FF7 Remake Part 3 Will Again Release on PS5 First, Other Platforms Later

Square Enix remains tight-lipped about the release date. However, development, initiated alongside FF7 Rebirth, is progressing smoothly. Hamaguchi, in a Famitsu interview on January 23, 2025, described development as "going very well," with a build confirming the game's direction completed by the end of 2024. Kitase expressed confidence in the completed storyline, anticipating fan satisfaction.

Timed Exclusivity Expected:

FF7 Remake Part 3 Will Again Release on PS5 First, Other Platforms Later

A March 6, 2024, Washington Post report suggests PlayStation secured timed exclusivity for the entire FF7 Remake trilogy. Following the pattern of previous releases, a period of PS5 exclusivity is likely before a wider release on other platforms.

Square Enix's Multi-Platform Shift:

FF7 Remake Part 3 Will Again Release on PS5 First, Other Platforms Later

Despite the positive reception of the FF7 Remake series, Square Enix's financial report (March 31, 2024) revealed declining HD title sales. In response, the company announced a strategic shift towards a multi-platform approach, encompassing Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms. This suggests that future Square Enix titles, including potential future FF7 installments, may see wider releases beyond the PlayStation ecosystem.