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Final Fantasy VII

Final Fantasy VII

|Japan|Adventure, Role-playing (RPG)

8.8 /10

Aww Great!

Super hit!

1.6k ratings
Time to beat
Main
36h
Main + extras
48.4h
Complete
75.4h
Where to get it
Trailers & screenshots
Why play it

Final Fantasy VII is a 1997 Adventure, Role-playing (RPG) game rated 8.8/10 from 1.6k ratings, with a main story of about 36h, available on PlayStation, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable.

The Western release of Final Fantasy VII (released as Final Fantasy VII International in Japan) included additional elements and alterations, such as streamlining of the menu and Materia system, reducing the health of enemies, new visual cues to help with navigation across the world map, and additional cutscenes relating to Cloud's past.

Story and worldbuilding

Final Fantasy VII follows the story of mercenary Cloud Strife, who is hired by the eco-terrorist group AVALANCHE led by Barret Wallace to help fight the mega-corporation Shinra Electric Power Company, who attempts to drain the planet's lifeblood as an energy source to further their profits. Apathetic to the cause, Cloud initially fights for personal gain, and for the promise he made to childhood friend Tifa Lockhart. Cloud eventually joins forces with many others to save the planet, which is threatened by Shinra and Cloud's nemesis Sephiroth, and discovers a reason to fight for a cause other than his own.

Game highlights
Rating momentum

Aww Great!: 8.8/10 across 1.6k ratings. Word of mouth is strong — if you like the genre, go for it.

Play style

This is a Expanded game leaning into Adventure, Role-playing (RPG), with a main story around 36h. Check form, fantasy, and time commitment.

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Nintendo LifeMitch Vogel · 2 Apr, 2019
8/10

Final Fantasy VII is the sort of game that speaks for itself, a touchstone of game design that played a large role in setting the standard of RPGs for years to come.

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RPG FanZach Wilkerson · 28 Apr, 2019
8.3/10

With the additional features, and the ability to take it on the go, this is the best way to experience Final Fantasy VII.

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Nintendo TimesTony Matthews · 31 May, 2019
8/10

GREAT - It’s Final Fantasy VII. I love this game so much I went to a concert in Tokyo to watch “A One Winged Angel” performed live. If you’re even a remote fan of turn-based JRPGs you should probably pick this one up. At long last you can play it anywhere at anytime!

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Cubed3Rudy Lavaux · 11 May, 2019
6/10

Final Fantasy VII is a milestone in console RPGs in general, deserving to be played by all fans of the genre for its historic relevance. However, it has not aged quite as gracefully as others in some areas, which means it's not quite as timeless, like many games of its vintage, unfortunately.

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SpaziogamesMarcello Paolillo · 20 Apr, 2019
8.5/10

Final Fantasy VII is a JRPG masterpiece, bringing on Switch one of the most engrossing storylines ever.

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ImpulsegamerJamie Kirk · 12 Apr, 2019
8/10

One of the defining games of the 90s is ported to the Switch with a few bells and whistles. Essential playing for newcomers and veterans.

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RPGamerAlex Fuller · 11 Apr, 2019
6/10

Final Fantasy VII is worth checking out and offers plenty of entertaining moments, but it's going to be appreciated by those looking at it with rose-tinted nostalgia far more than anyone picking it up for the first time.

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XGN.nlLuuc ten Velde · 11 Apr, 2019
7.5/10

Final Fantasy 7 on the Switch is a blast to play even though the emulation isn't that great. It has everything to do with the great stories and the amazing characters. They look outdated and ugly though. It's a good thing the music is as charming as ever.

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ani-game.comJoel Gralton · 10 Apr, 2019
8.5/10

Final Fantasy 7 is considered an iconic classic for a reason. It’s story is deep and ahead of it’s time and features well developed characters and world lore. You’ll easily be able to sink over 100 hours into the game if you want to see everything that’s on offer, so there’s no arguing with the amount of value on offer for the asking price. Even though there are a few visual problems with the HD remasters I was willing to look past it and still thoroughly enjoy the game. This port is also the first that allows you to take the HD Final Fantasy 7 experience on the go.

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PowerUp!Jackson Wall · 9 Apr, 2019
9.5/10

Once again, the portability of the Switch is sweet like strawberry wine. Which means, Final Fantasy 7 on Switch is probably the best way to play it, until the remake.

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