Hamaguchi on making FF7R the final Final Fantasy 7 game
In a world saturated with intellectual property, the question of whether a grand narrative will ever truly reach a conclusion often seems elusive. Yet, in the sprawling landscape of Final Fantasy, that elusive ending is taking a delightfully winding route.
The remake trilogy of Final Fantasy 7 is poised to conclude next year with the release of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation. On the surface, this feels like a neat bow on a long-running story. However, the conclusion of the trilogy is anything but straightforward.
The end date is up for debate, thanks to the continuing presence of supplementary content. While the main trilogy is nearing its finish line, developers are still working on DLC expansions focused on key characters like Sephiroth and Vincent Valentine. These additions, while exciting, keep the door open for further exploration and content beyond the main narrative arc.
This means that whether Final Fantasy 7 Revelation marks the absolute final chapter is yet to be determined. The franchise has skillfully managed this potential ambiguity, allowing the narrative to continue evolving.
The director of the project is clearly comfortable with this flexibility, treating the overarching story less like a sealed book and more like an ongoing epic. This approach embraces the possibility that the journey will continue long after the main trilogy wraps up.
Ultimately, the fascinating aspect of the Final Fantasy saga is not just the story itself, but the way it continues to generate interest. The ongoing development ensures that the legend of Final Fantasy 7 remains a living, breathing entity, ready for new chapters long after the initial release.
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