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

FF7 Remake Part 3: PS5 Launch Confirmed, Multi-Platform Release Planned

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 4Gamer interview on January 23, 2025, alleviates concerns among PlayStation fans following the staggered releases of previous installments.

Release Date and Development Progress:

While Square Enix remains tight-lipped on a concrete release date, Hamaguchi offered a positive update during a Famitsu interview on the same day. Development, initiated concurrently with FF7 Rebirth, is progressing smoothly, with a key milestone achieved by the end of 2024. Kitase expressed confidence in the completed storyline, assuring fans of a satisfying 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 Intergrade on PS5, and a similar period for FF7 Rebirth), Part 3 is likely to follow suit, launching exclusively on PS5 before expanding to 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 decision could potentially lead to wider availability of future Square Enix titles, including FF7 Remake Part 3, beyond the initial PS5 exclusivity period.