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

PS5 Launch and Beyond

Kitase directly addressed concerns about the release pattern of FF7 Remake and FF7 Rebirth, stating definitively that Part 3 will launch on the PS5. While the PS5 is nearing the midpoint of its lifecycle, the potential impact of a future PS6 console on the FF7 Remake trilogy's release remains unclear.

Release Date Still Under Wraps

Square Enix remains tight-lipped about the official release date. However, Hamaguchi offered a positive development update in a Famitsu interview on January 23, 2025, stating that progress is strong and on schedule. Development began concurrently with FF7 Rebirth, accelerating after its February 2024 release. The reuse of assets from previous games and a completed story outline suggest a potentially imminent release. Kitase 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 precedent set by previous installments (one-year exclusivity for FF7 Remake on PS4, six months for FF7 Remake Intergrade on PS5, and a timed PS5 exclusive for FF7 Rebirth before its January 23, 2025 PC release), Part 3 is likely to follow a similar pattern.

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. In response, the company announced a strategic shift towards a multi-platform approach, including Nintendo, Xbox, and PC releases. This suggests that while Part 3 will initially launch on PS5, a wider release across multiple platforms is highly probable after its timed exclusivity period.