Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is the name of the concluding part of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake series, and we now have a release date set for April 2027.
After its big reveal during the Summer Game Fest Live 2026 showcase back in June, some exciting gameplay footage dropped in a shiny new trailer during Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026. And as if that wasn't exciting enough, a PlayStation State of Play in September confirmed its April release date, with yet more details dropping about what we can expect from the upcoming RPG.
Set to pick up right where we left off in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, you'll be getting swept up into a high-stakes quest to save the day, with the theme of "resolve" taking center stage as you journey alongside your loyal companions. Promising to draw you into a vast open world with some fresh features in the fray, there's plenty of reasons to look forward to the new game. So, to help get you ready for Cloud's return, I've brought together everything you need to know about Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, from its story to its combat, and more.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation release date
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation's release date has been set for April 8, 2027.
Joining an increasing number of RPGs set to come our way in 2027 (with the likes of Fable and Exodus), Revelation, its April 2027 launch will place it a little after the January anniversary date that marks 30 years since the release of the original Final Fantasy 7 – but still, it's certainly going to be a big year for FF fans.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation platforms
The Final Fantasy 7 Revelation platforms have been revealed, with the RPG set to launch simultaneously across PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Switch 2 in 2027.
Confirmed as part of Revelation's initial reveal, Hamaguchi confirmed the big news that the third part in the saga will be releasing across all platforms. This is a move away from both Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, both of which initially launched as timed PS5 exclusives console wise before eventually coming to Xbox Series X and Switch 2.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation trailers
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation story
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will continue the story of Cloud and his companions after the events of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This time around, we'll reunite with the cast as they set off in a race against time to stop long-time antagonist Sephiroth (who's now said to be nearing godhood), and a meteor that threatens to destroy the world. As Cloud says in the official reveal trailer, "long story short, the world's in trouble, and has been for a while", with companion Barret declaring the party will give Sephiroth "the beating of a lifetime".
During Summer Game Fest Live 2026, Hamaguchi said that for part three in the saga, "resolve" will be the "central theme", with Cloud and his companions each confronting their own destinies. During which they will have to "find the resolve to march towards the final battle". It looks like you can get ready for an "epic conclusion", with a big showdown in store.
It's also been confirmed that Revelation's story will change based on your choices, but you can expect to reach a "singular ending".
Interestingly, it's also been said that we can expect to see characters from spin-offs such as Advent Children, Dirge of Cerberus, and Crisis Core appear in Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, too. This comes from director Hamaguchi, who explained at a Q&A event that, "This Final Fantasy 7 Remake series is not simply a recreation of the original work, but rather, our goal is to create a single, new Final Fantasy 7 that incorporates the settings and concepts of all the previous spin-off titles".
After a database listing suggest we may see DLC in the form of a story expansion pass down the line, it has since been officially confirmed that two story expansions will indeed be released post-launch, with an official PlayStation blog post revealing that will DLC 1 is related to Sephiroth, while DLC 2 focuses on Vincent Valentine and the Turks. Not much more has been revealed about the expansions, but the post teases "more exciting details on these to come at a later point".
If you want a refresher of the series so far, be sure to check out our Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth review. Or, if you're looking for a very spoiler-heavy recap of how the past entry came to a close, you can check out our Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth ending explainer.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation gameplay
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is a single-player, story-driven RPG that takes place in a vast open world "without boundaries".
That latter description comes directly from the official press release, which highlights that the entire planet will be explorable this time around, as we venture on land and also up in the sky.
That's right, just like the original adventure, we'll get to navigate the skies in a modernized version of the classic Highwind Airship. This promises to open up the world all the more in what will be a "far bigger" map than that of Rebirth. With the party now having the ability to parachute anywhere and "seamlessly" transition from air to land.
During the reveal trailer, we see how this will let us choose where we want to go, and in what order we want to help others in our quest to save the day. From the sounds of it, the RPG will be densely packed with things to do and discover in its vast world too, with Hamaguchi teasing that Revelation will require multiple playthroughs if you want to experience everything.
As detailed in the September 3 PlayStation blog post which went live following the Revelation's release date trailer, the RPG will also introduce the "a new dynamic character-switching feature that allows players to instantly swap between party members while exploring the world." Traversal has also been given an upgrade "with the addition of a grappling gun that will allow players to quickly scale rooftops and navigate the city with style".
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation combat
With the party fully assembled, we also got to see some Final Fantasy 7 Revelation combat in action, with new playable characters in Vincent Valentine and Cid Highwind. The pair will be joining Tifa, Barret, Yuffie, Red XIII, and Cait Sith to fight alongside Cloud.
The hybrid battle system is returning, which brings together a mixture of real-time action with a tactical mode you can switch to which gives you a suite of new spells and abilities in the signature commands menu.
Synergy attacks first introduced in Rebirth can once again be activated, too, which lets you perform powerful attacks in sync with your companions. Additionally, the classic line-up of Summons, who can really pack a punch and turn the tide in a battle when called upon, will also be returning.
In an interview with GamesRadar+, Hamaguchi shed more light on how the team has built on the combat system and "perfected" it over Rebirth's, with a new FITS system. Standing for Function Integrated Tactical Suitwear, FITS is a modernized take on the classic Final Fantasy Jobs system in the form of equippable outfits and gear.
As you may already know, the Job system essentially works like character classes, giving your party different stats and abilities. In past entries, the party members have their own fixed classes. But now, thanks to the FITS system, you'll be able to change them up this time through the outfits you equip, with FITs for Warrior, Knight, Black Mage, and Summoner.
With Revelation bringing us the conclusion, you can expect big endgame fights, with glimpses in the Gamescom 2026 trailer of battles with the likes of the optional bosses that were in the original game like Emerald Weapon, Ruby Weapon, and Ultima Weapon.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation pre-orders
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation pre-orders are now live across most platforms, with Switch 2 pre-orders set to be available "at a later date".
Square Enix revealed various editions to choose from both digitally and physically. The digital Premium Edition comes with the game, expansion pass, 24 hours of Early Access, an in-game Reclaimant Choker accessory, consumable support items, a digital artbook, with a Premium Plus version also available that comes with an additional digital soundtrack, artbook, and Summon.
A Deluxe physical edition comes with the game on disc with a mini album soundtrack, artbook, and steelbook, while the Collector's Edition comes with all digital bonuses, the expansion pass, a promotional Final Fantasy Magic: The Gathering card, soundtrack, artbook, steelbook case, and a statue.
A pre-order bonus of the Mecha Chocobo and Moogle Summon Materia is available for everyone who pre-orders no matter which edition you opt for.
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