Final Fantasy 7 is one of the most beloved games in history. For many, it was their first introduction to the world of the turn-based RPG. Some fell in love with its story, and its colorful and diverse cast of characters. For others, the variety offered by its intuitive combat system was eye-opening. It stands as one of the greatest games in modern times, so when the long awaited remake was released, it certainly had a lot to live up to. On its release in 2020, Final Fantasy 7 Remake managed to live up to the fans' rather lofty expectations, and delivered an experience that felt both nostalgic and brand-new at the same time.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, the sequel and 2nd part of a now-confirmed trilogy, has the unenviable task of not only continuing this experience but growing it even further. With the recent announcement of a 'next winter' release date and a first look at some (albeit brief) gameplay footage, the sense of anticipation is growing by the day. Perhaps the main reason for the excitement is not what possible upgrades to the combat or visuals could look like, but exactly where the story could go.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 2: 7 Changes The Sequel Should Make To The Original Story
The climax of Final Fantasy 7 Remake saw protagonist Cloud Strife and his group of ragtag friends at a crossroads. Players learned that the sequence of events that played out in the original 1997 game is not necessarily the same set of events that will unfold across this new trilogy. Mysterious entities known as 'Whispers' were present throughout this retelling of the story, with their role being to ensure that any event that wasn't destined to happen was prevented. Upon defeating these whispers in the game's climax, Cloud and his friends
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