Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3: PS5 Launch Confirmed, Multi-Platform Release Planned
The highly anticipated third installment of the FF7 Remake trilogy will debut on the PlayStation 5, according to producers Yoshinori Kitase and director Naoki Hamaguchi. This confirmation, revealed during a January 23, 2025 interview with 4Gamer, addresses concerns from PlayStation fans regarding the release patterns of previous installments. Kitase stated definitively, "No, you can rest assured about the next one (FF7 Remake Part 3)."
Release Date and Development Progress:
While Square Enix remains tight-lipped about a specific release date, Hamaguchi provided a positive development update during a January 23, 2025 Famitsu interview. He reported that development is progressing smoothly, adhering to the initial project schedule, and a key build confirming the game's direction was completed by the end of 2024. Kitase also expressed satisfaction with the completed story, suggesting a satisfying conclusion for fans.
Timed Exclusivity Expected:
A March 6, 2024 Washington Post report indicated PlayStation secured timed exclusivity for the entire FF7 Remake trilogy. Following the precedent set by previous installments (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 anticipated to launch exclusively on PS5 before arriving on other platforms.
Square Enix's Multi-Platform Shift:
Despite the positive reception of the FF7 Remake series, Square Enix's March 31, 2024 financial report revealed declining sales in its HD titles. In response, the company announced a shift towards a more aggressive multi-platform strategy, encompassing Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms. This suggests that while Part 3 will initially launch on PS5, its eventual release on other consoles and PC is highly probable.
