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

Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3: PS5 Launch Confirmed, Multi-Platform Release Planned

The highly anticipated final installment of the FF7 Remake trilogy will debut on the 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 following the staggered releases of previous installments.

Release Date and Development Progress

While Square Enix remains tight-lipped about a concrete release date, Hamaguchi offered a positive update during a January 23, 2025 Famitsu interview. Development, initiated alongside FF7 Rebirth, is progressing smoothly, with a key milestone achieved by the end of 2024. Kitase also expressed satisfaction with the completed storyline, hinting at a satisfying conclusion for fans.

Timed Exclusivity Expected

A March 6, 2024 Washington Post report suggests PlayStation secured timed exclusivity for the entire FF7 Remake trilogy. Following the pattern of previous releases (FF7 Remake: one year, FF7 Remake Intergrade: six months, FF7 Rebirth: several months), Part 3 is likely to enjoy a period of PS5 exclusivity before launching on 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 HD title sales. In response, the company announced a strategic shift towards a multi-platform approach, encompassing Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms. This suggests that while Part 3 will initially launch on PS5, a wider release across various consoles and PC is highly probable.