Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 development well underway - game director

Game director Hamaguchi recently provided an update on the highly anticipated sequel, urging fans to exercise patience as new details will be revealed at a later date. The team is diligently working on the project, he confirmed.

Hamaguchi highlighted the success of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth in 2024, citing its numerous awards and global player engagement. This success fuels their ambition to broaden the FFVII fanbase with the unique challenges planned for the third installment.

Interestingly, Hamaguchi also mentioned Grand Theft Auto VI as a noteworthy game this year, expressing his admiration for the Rockstar Games team and acknowledging the immense pressure they face following GTA V's phenomenal success.

Specific details about the third game remain undisclosed, though Hamaguchi assures fans that development is progressing smoothly. Considering the recent release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth less than a year ago, this is a significant undertaking. However, he promises a truly unique experience for players.

The underwhelming initial sales of Final Fantasy XVI in May 2024, which ultimately fell short of projections, were also noted. While precise sales figures remain unannounced for both Final Fantasy XVI and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Square Enix has clarified that they don't view Rebirth's sales as a complete failure, and that Final Fantasy XVI still has potential to meet its targets within the allotted 18-month timeframe.