Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on PC and PlayStation 5 has received a major patch today, introducing a 'streamlined progression' feature. This includes options to simplify combat and exploration, such as unlimited HP and MP, dealing 9,999 damage to enemies in battles and minigames, and having maximum quantities of each item (with some exceptions). Square Enix explained that this feature is designed to help players 'advance through the game smoothly, not only during your first playthrough but also when you replay it.'
Additionally, a 'New Game - Head Start' feature has been added, allowing players to start the game with level 65 characters (max level: 70) equipped with several enhanced materia.
For the PC version specifically, the update now supports AMD FSR upscaling, enabling 'more stable and detailed image processing.' PC players report that the update is a hefty 71GB.
This update coincides with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth's launch on Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X and S, and the Microsoft Store on Windows, bringing the game to version 1.005. Patch notes, courtesy of Steam, are provided below.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth's expansion to more platforms comes as fans await news on the third part of the Final Fantasy VII remake trilogy. In April, director Naoki Hamaguchi assured fans that Part 3 was 'proceeding on time and on schedule,' asking them to wait for 'just a little longer.'
'What I can say is that development itself is proceeding on time and on schedule,' Hamaguchi said. 'We believe it’ll become a title we can deliver with confidence as the culmination of the trilogy. We know many fans are eagerly waiting, and preparations toward the announcement are steadily underway. Please look forward to it just a little longer.'
Final Fantasy 7 Remake was split into three installments, with Part 1 releasing in 2020 and Part 2 in 2024. This means that even if Part 3 launches by the end of this year, there will have been six years between Part 1 and Part 3. Hopefully, we won't have to wait much longer for more news.
[Updates]
- 'Streamlined Progression Feature'
- 'New Game - Head Start' are now available.
The Streamlined Progression feature includes several enhancement options to streamline combat and exploration—like unlimited HP and MP at all times, 9,999 damage dealt to enemies during battles and minigames, and the maximum number of each item available (with some exceptions)—which can be tailored to suit the player’s preferences. The feature helps you advance through the game smoothly, not only during your first playthrough but also when you replay it.
'New Game - Head Start' allows you to start the game with level 65 characters (max level: 70) equipped with several enhanced materia.
The PC version now also supports AMD FSR upscaling, enabling more stable and detailed image processing.
We hope you apply this latest update and utilize these features to enjoy FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH’s story and refreshed game experience.
The Streamlined Progression feature can be toggled on or off for each option at any time from the in-game options menu.
This update also includes additional minor bug fixes.
