The highly anticipated "Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth," the second entry in the Final Fantasy VII remake project, recently unveiled a new trailer at the Summer Game Fest 2023 - and it is filled with some surprises.
Set to release in early 2024 exclusively for the PlayStation 5, the game promises an expansive and immersive experience that continues the epic saga of the beloved RPG franchise.
In a surprising move, Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth would be shipped on two discs, marking the first multi-disc game for the PS5.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Comes on 2 Discs
Polygon tells us that the news of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth shipping on two discs is reminiscent of the original game's three-disc format back in 1997.
The previous entry in the remake project, Final Fantasy 7 Remake, was also released on two discs for the PlayStation 4 in 2020.
Square Enix embraces this multi-disc tradition, highlighting it in the game's title card. With the advent of larger storage capacities on modern consoles, multi-disc games have become increasingly rare.
Reasoning Behind the Two Discs
Although Square Enix has not provided specific details regarding Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's file size, it is speculated that the game's size necessitated using two discs.
Polygon noted that while games like "Cyberpunk 2077" dwarfed the 81 GB size of Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade, the trend toward larger game sizes, particularly with annual sports titles and the Call of Duty franchise, continues to pressure console storage.
With the PS5's unexpanded storage, players must manage their available space wisely to accommodate the game once it releases.
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Next-Gen RPG Experience: A Closer Look
The new trailer showcased the vast open world of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, featuring iconic characters like Cloud, Aerith, Tifa, Yuffie, and the long-awaited playable appearance of Red XIII.
Players were treated to glimpses of expansive fields, industrial complexes, Chocobo riding through ruins, and battles against formidable foes, all rendered with impressive graphical fidelity.
The combat system debuted in the previous installment, Final Fantasy 7 Remake, returns with even more flashiness and intensity, promising thrilling and visually stunning encounters.
Story Speculation and MORE
The trailer teased fans with snippets of the game's storyline, raising questions about the protagonists' fate and the mysterious events surrounding them.
Sephiroth's cryptic words and glimpses of intense confrontations left players eager to speculate on the unfolding narrative.
Eurogamer reports that Square Enix described Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth as a "standalone adventure," assuring newcomers to the series that they can enjoy the game without prior knowledge of the first installment.
Producer Yoshinori Kitase expressed the team's dedication to delivering an unforgettable experience for both new and longtime fans, promising cinematic storytelling, fast-paced combat, and extensive exploration.
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