FF7 Remake Part 3 in Development, Director Reveals

Game director Hamaguchi recently provided an update on the highly anticipated sequel, urging fans to exercise patience as new details will be revealed at a later date. The team is diligently working on the project, he confirmed.

Hamaguchi highlighted the success of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth in 2024, citing its numerous awards and global player engagement. Building on this momentum, the developers aim to broaden the FFVII fanbase with the third installment, promising unique gameplay challenges.

Interestingly, Hamaguchi also mentioned Grand Theft Auto VI as a game that caught his attention this year. He expressed his admiration for the Rockstar Games team, acknowledging the immense pressure they face following GTA V's phenomenal success.

Specifics regarding the third game remain undisclosed, though Hamaguchi offered reassurance that development is progressing smoothly. This is noteworthy given the recent release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth less than a year ago. He emphasized that players can expect a truly unique experience.

While the May 2024 launch of Final Fantasy XVI initially showed promising sales, they eventually slowed and fell short of projections. Precise sales figures remain unannounced. Similarly, recent sales data for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth also fell short of Square Enix's expectations, though the company clarified that it doesn't view the results as a complete failure. There's still confidence that Final Fantasy XVI can meet its targets within the allotted 18-month timeframe.