BuzzFeed was provided a hands - on sneak peep demonstration of the sequel toFF7 Remake , and rooter will be happy to have it off that , yes , you may drive a Chocobo .
In case you missed it, a brand-new trailer forFinal Fantasy VII Rebirthcame out last week, revealing the release date (9 December 2024!) and a bunch of new footage. BuzzFeed was given the opportunity to play a hands-on demo providing a sneak peek at the game, and there’s a lot to discuss!
Here’s everything we know about the sequel so far, based on my experience playing the demo, and based on the trailer:
1.You can play as Sephiroth.
2.You can ride Chocobos.
3.The Golden Saucer is BACK!
4.Chocobo racing is back, too!
5.There are new synergy moves in combat, allowing your characters to team up.
6.There’s a new crafting system.
7.There will be an open world.
8.The story will continue to be faithful to the original, with some changes.
9.Apparently, you can ride a Segway at Costa Del Sol?
10.Mountain Chocobos are back.
11.There are flying Chocobos?
12.Cait Sith, Yuffie, and Vincent will be joining the party.
13.The game will release on 2 March 2025, initiallypriced at $69.99. There will be a digital deluxe edition for $89.99, and also a “twin pack” that includesRemake Intergradefor free, for those who maybe played the first game on PS4.
That’s all for now! We’ll see what new stuff we learn about the game between now and February… I know I’ll be counting down the days!
