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

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

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

Release Date and Development Progress:

While Square Enix remains tight-lipped about a concrete release date, Hamaguchi offered a positive development update in a January 23, 2025 Famitsu interview. He stated that development is progressing smoothly, with a key milestone build completed by the end of 2024, confirming the game's direction and keeping the project on schedule. Kitase also confirmed the story's completion, expressing confidence in its satisfying conclusion for fans.

Timed Exclusivity Expected:

A March 6, 2024 Washington Post report suggests PlayStation secured timed exclusivity for the entire FF7 Remake trilogy. Following the pattern of previous releases (one year for FF7 Remake on PS4, six months for FF7 Remake Intergrade on PS5, and a similar period for FF7 Rebirth), Part 3 is likely to enjoy a PS5 exclusive period before launching on other platforms.

Square Enix's Multi-Platform Shift:

Despite the strong PlayStation partnership and positive reception of the FF7 Remake series, Square Enix's March 31, 2024 financial report revealed declining HD title sales. In response, the company announced a move towards a more aggressive multi-platform strategy encompassing Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms. This shift could potentially lead to earlier releases on platforms beyond PlayStation for future Square Enix titles.

Stay tuned for further announcements regarding the release date and platform availability of FF7 Remake Part 3.