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 the PlayStation 5, according to producers Yoshinori Kitase and director Naoki Hamaguchi. This confirmation, shared during a January 23, 2025 interview with 4Gamer, addresses concerns from PlayStation fans following the staggered releases 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 concrete release date, Hamaguchi offered an encouraging update during a January 23, 2025 Famitsu interview. He described development as "going very well," noting a playable build confirming their goals by the end of 2024. The project is reportedly on schedule, promising an exciting release in the near future. Kitase also expressed satisfaction with the completed storyline, assuring fans of a fulfilling conclusion.
Timed Exclusivity Expected:
A March 6, 2024 Washington Post report suggests PlayStation secured timed exclusivity for the entire FF7 Remake trilogy. Following the precedent set by previous games (one-year exclusivity for FF7 Remake on PS4, six months for FF7 Remake Intergrade on PS5, and a similar timeframe 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 financial report (March 31, 2024) revealed declining sales in its HD titles. In response, the company announced a strategic shift towards a multi-platform approach, encompassing Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. This suggests that while Part 3 will initially launch on PS5, a wider release across multiple consoles and PC is likely to follow.
