FF7 Remake Part 3 Will Again Release on PS5 First, Other Platforms Later

Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3: PS5 Launch Confirmed, Other Platforms to Follow

The highly anticipated final installment of the FF7 Remake trilogy will launch first on the PlayStation 5, according to producers Yoshinori Kitase and director Naoki Hamaguchi. This confirmation, shared during a January 23, 2025 interview with 4Gamer, addresses fan concerns stemming from the staggered releases of previous installments.

FF7 Remake Trilogy: PlayStation and Beyond

FF7 Remake Part 3: A PS5 Debut

Kitase directly addressed concerns about the release pattern of the previous games, reassuring fans that Part 3 will indeed launch on the PS5. While the PS5 is nearing the midpoint of its lifecycle, and the potential arrival of a PS6 remains uncertain, this confirmation provides clarity for PlayStation players.

FF7 Remake Part 3 Release Date: Still Under Wraps

While Square Enix remains tight-lipped about the specific release date, development updates paint a positive picture. In a January 23, 2025 Famitsu interview, Hamaguchi reported that development is progressing smoothly. Work on Part 3 began alongside Part 2, with full production accelerating after Part 2's February 2024 release. Leveraging assets from the previous games and a completed story draft, a release date may be closer than anticipated. Hamaguchi stated that development is on schedule and progressing well, aiming for a build confirming their goals by the end of 2024. Kitase expressed satisfaction with the completed story, suggesting a satisfying conclusion for fans.

Timed Exclusivity Expected

A March 6, 2024 Washington Post report suggests PlayStation secured timed exclusivity for the entire FF7 Remake trilogy. Following the pattern of previous releases (FF7 Remake: one-year PS4 exclusivity; FF7 Remake Intergrade: six-month PS5 exclusivity; FF7 Rebirth: timed PS5 exclusivity before January 23, 2025 PC release), Part 3 is likely to follow suit with a period of PS5 exclusivity before launching on other platforms.

Square Enix's Multi-Platform Shift

Despite the positive reception of the FF7 Remake series, Square Enix's March 31, 2024 financial report revealed declining sales in its HD titles. Citing increased development and marketing costs, the company announced a shift towards a multi-platform strategy encompassing Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms. This strategic move aims to boost sales, potentially bringing future Square Enix titles to a wider range of consoles, including Xbox and Switch 2, even with their strong PlayStation partnership.