FF7 Remake Part 3 Will Again Release on PS5 First, Other Platforms Later

Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3: A PS5 Launch, and Beyond

The highly anticipated final installment of the FF7 Remake trilogy will debut on PlayStation 5, according to producers Yoshinori Kitase and director Naoki Hamaguchi. This confirmation, shared during a January 23, 2025 interview with 4Gamer, alleviates concerns among PlayStation fans regarding the release pattern of previous installments.

FF7 Remake Part 3: Release Date and Development

While a concrete release date remains elusive, Square Enix assures fans that development is progressing smoothly. In a January 23, 2025 Famitsu interview, Hamaguchi stated that development began alongside Part 2, gaining momentum post-release in February 2024. Leveraging assets from previous games and a completed story draft contributes to a potentially faster-than-expected release. Kitase expressed confidence in the story's satisfying conclusion, promising a finale that will please fans.

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 installments, Part 3 is likely to launch exclusively on PS5 for a specific period before releasing on other platforms. FF7 Remake's initial PS4 exclusivity lasted a year, Intergrade (PS5 enhanced version) six months, and Rebirth arrived on PC on January 23, 2025, following its PS5 exclusivity.

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. The company attributes this to increased development and marketing costs. In response, Square Enix announced an aggressive multi-platform strategy encompassing Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms to boost sales. This shift suggests future Square Enix titles, including potential future FF7 entries, may see broader releases beyond PlayStation.