Final Fantasy VII Rebirth PC Version: Director's Insights on Mods and Potential DLC
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi recently shed light on the PC version's development, addressing player interest in mods and the possibility of future DLC. Read on for the key takeaways.
DLC: A Fan-Driven Decision
While the development team initially considered adding episodic DLC to the PC release, resource constraints led them to prioritize completion of the trilogy's final installment. Hamaguchi stated that adding new content is not currently planned. However, he emphasized that significant player demand could change this: "If we receive strong requests from players after the release regarding certain matters, we would like to consider them."
A Message to the Modding Community
Despite lacking official mod support, Hamaguchi acknowledged the inevitable interest from the modding community. He extended a welcome, but with a crucial caveat: "We respect the creativity of the modding community and welcome their creations—though we ask modders not to create or install anything offensive or inappropriate." This reasonable request aims to maintain a positive and respectful gaming environment.
PC Version Enhancements
The PC version boasts several improvements over its console counterpart. These include enhanced lighting rendering (addressing the "uncanny valley" effect noted in the PS5 version), higher-resolution 3D models and textures for more powerful systems, and unique key configurations for mini-games. These enhancements aim to deliver a superior visual and gameplay experience.
Addressing Mini-Game Challenges
Hamaguchi highlighted the challenges of adapting the numerous mini-games for PC, particularly in implementing custom keybindings. This underscores the significant effort invested in optimizing the game for the PC platform.
Release Details
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth launches on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on January 23, 2025. The game originally released for PS5 on February 9, 2024, to widespread critical acclaim.
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