final fanatasy 7 on the ps3?

[Nano]

this isin't much but it still looks good I don't know if you already know and this is just old news.
http://media.ps3.ign.com/media/748/748460/img_2809226.html

[ryochan]

as much as id LOVE to see final fantasy VII re-released on the ps3, sadly its now been confirmed that square were juSt playing with us, to show the capability of the ps3 >_<
damn them..we`ll jus thave to make due with dirge of cerbus & advent children ^_^

[Chicito]

It's only a tech demo, don't get your hopes up.

[regus 5000]

man every month someone does this and every month i hope theyre not just talking about the tech demo..............

[throughhim413]

While the link is just to an old E3 tech demo of the PS3, I wouldn't rule out the possibility of a PS3 remake of FFVII. Depending on the popularity of Advent Children and Dirge of Cerberus, it isn't impossible to imagine Square remaking the popular game. While just after the tech demo emerged Square-Enix completely denied any chance of a PS3 remake, I believe that they have since then stopped denying it so adamently.

Really, why would they not remake this game? Has something changed recently such that game producers no longer like being handed money for work that they did years ago? Seriously, I don't know when, but I can't possibly imagine that with the resurgence of FFVII popularity that they wouldn't want to pursue this project. Just my thoughts.

[Nano]

sorry regus....

[Texcap]

Really, why would they not remake this game?

Especially when considering that not only has Tetsuya Nomura expressed an interest, himself, in a remake but...

Has something changed recently such that game producers no longer like being handed money for work that they did years ago? Seriously, I don't know when, but I can't possibly imagine that with the resurgence of FFVII popularity that they wouldn't want to pursue this project.

...this is a huge consideration, in particular for a company like Square-Enix -- so I couldn't agree with you more here.

As I understand it, FFVII: Advent Children was immediately a runaway success in Japan (putting it mildly) and it's already burning things up here in the U.S. having just released. None of this is a surprise. Square-Enix is a business, and I have to presume that they like making money, and right now they're raking it in by creating quality products surrounding a very popular franchise. Why would they then be adverse to the potential of making a heck (and I mean a heck) of a lot more of it with "next gen" graphical capabilities that would be leagues above what they were originally capable, by pouring attention into the gaming community that made the game as successful in the first place?

They say there are no plans, and that may very well be, but "teases," like the FFVII demo have led to future announcements in the past, so there's precedent, and it'd have to be one of the craziest lapses in common sense within the industry to somehow not take advantage of a large group of FFVII fans nearly salivating for more. From the business perspective it seems that this must ultimately be a given, but then again I'm in no position myself to be able to refuse millions upon millions of dollars in profit. I don't think they are either, despite their successes, hence...

Then again, you really can't underestimate the ability of some companies to make really bad decisions, either.

The question of whether or not it's a good idea, where other factors are concerned seem up for legitimate discussion, but considering a business' first goal, it's hard not to approach the possibility from that angle first.

[NGT]

I also agree that they are stupid for not remaking it. Like all of you said it's the most popular ff and especially with all the recent ff7 stuff that renewed the interest in ff7 again. I think all the ff7 stuff is part of a test that square is doing to see if a ff7 remake will be sucessful. Thougth they might be scared of doing it because of the popularity ff7 recieved maybe they are scared they will screw up.

[Rahxephon91]

I rather have remakes of older games myself. I mean I rather see VI be remade. Just think about how good that game could look like on PS3.

[ffl]

I read in Game Informer, under their 'confirmed rumors' section, that they've learned from their sources that the re-make of FF7 is true. They also mentioned that it will use the battle system from FFXII.

[Nano]

i hope thats true.

[Jon]

Honestly, I don't want a remake of FF7. I want a new game, not a remake of a 10-year old game. If Square-Enix happens to make the remake, the original will always be better due to memories.

[Nano]

most likely true. like how the hell did he run around with that sword when he had blocks for hands.

[Nano]

i really want to see final fantasy 7, 8, 9 on the ps3.
or is that to much?

[Oburi]

They're not doing it. It was a tech demo. I read a few interviews with people involved in the initial making of FF7 and they said there's nothing planned for it thus far and it would take YEARS to re-make it with such graphics.

[throughhim413]

There is certainly no proof that a remake will happen and there isn't really any proof that it won't. There's no need to have people try and make the definitive post on the subject. Until Square-Enix makes an official announcement that they are doing it, there is no way of knowing. Until then, people will continue to talk about it even if Square-Enix has said in the past that they don't plan to make it. That doesn't necessarily mean anything. It's all just speculation.

ffl, much as I would like to believe that the remake has been confirmed, like I said, until it comes from the mouth of S-E, I just can't bring myself to. In any case, I haven't got to play with the FFXII battle system enough to judge it, but I didn't particularly love the battle system in the demo that came with DQVIII.

[Miduki]

The trailer was only to show the capabilitis of the PS3, I assume that has been stated. VII is not scheduled for a remake, SE issued a statement saying that such a task would require hundreds of people and take over 6 years.

[regus 5000]

They're not doing it. It was a tech demo. I read a few interviews with people involved in the initial making of FF7 and they said there's nothing planned for it thus far and it would take YEARS to re-make it with such graphics.
well they had better get started. but in the mean time. all those with a psp can play an emulated version when sony releases their emulator

[Soluzar]

well they had better get started. but in the mean time. all those with a psp can play an emulated version when sony releases their emulator

Sure, but you'll have to pay for it again. I'm not going to pay to download old PS1 games I already have.

[ffl]

ffl, much as I would like to believe that the remake has been confirmed, like I said, until it comes from the mouth of S-E, I just can't bring myself to. In any case, I haven't got to play with the FFXII battle system enough to judge it, but I didn't particularly love the battle system in the demo that came with DQVIII.

*shrug* It was in a relatively recent issue, so it's not based on rumors hearkening back to that tech demo. They mentioned that they got the info from inside sources, which is possible. We'll just have to wait and see, if we want actual confirmation.

If it does happen though, I think that would be a HUGE motivator for people to purchase a PS3, if they weren't planning to already.

[throughhim413]

*shrug* It was in a relatively recent issue, so it's not based on rumors hearkening back to that tech demo. They mentioned that they got the info from inside sources, which is possible. We'll just have to wait and see, if we want actual confirmation.

If it does happen though, I think that would be a HUGE motivator for people to purchase a PS3, if they weren't planning to already.I know, I apologise if my response came off as rude, I didn't intend it that way. I do hope you're right, it's just we can't really be sure until we hear it from Square-Enix themselves. Certainly since we haven't heard anything since the tech demo and a few interviews, the news is better than random speculation on the topic.

I agree with you about the PS3 though, a release of a FFVII remake for the PS3 would do wonders for sales (although not quite as many wonders as a good $200 price drop).

[Nano]

why? how much will the ps3 be going for?

[HitokiriShadow]

The PS3 will likely be going for $500, possibly more.

[Nano]

thats quite a bit but it will proberly be worth it. Although the prices are never worth it and are made at a fraction of the selling price.

[soulreaper]

well they had better get started. but in the mean time. all those with a psp can play an emulated version when sony releases their emulator

Wait, what? I never heard of this. Could you fill me in? Is it a PS1 emulator that's compatible with the PSP?

[Rahxephon91]

Wait, what? I never heard of this. Could you fill me in? Is it a PS1 emulator that's compatible with the PSP?
Yeah its one on the features Sony is planing to offer.

http://ps3.ign.com/articles/696/696062p1.html

[Miduki]

They don't need to remake VII. They have done enough with it, and should focus now on either FFVI or FFVIII. I'd prefer to see a Final Fantasy animation in Yoshitaka Amano style, preferably, I really wouldn't wanna replay a game just because it has new graphics - so a sequel or a movie/series of VI or VIII would be preferable.

[Rahxephon91]

How about no sequals and no remakes. How about newer games, with newer battle systems,newer stories, and newer charcters. If I wana play FF7 or FF8, I can just play them. Really it shouldent matter how old or bad they look. I really dont wana play a game I have already played. If there were remakes, they wouldent really be as good as the origanals. Nothing can duplicate the first time you saw Arieth die or the first time you smiled at Squall holding Rhinoa. Really is
Kefka going to be cooler in 3d?

Also no more sequals. I like my Final Fantasies as single works. Make the endings have closure.

[Jon]

How about no sequals and no remakes.
There we go! This is the truth! But honestly Square has been having trouble with this "new" idea.

[Bezerker]

Aeris dies? zomg, spoiler warnings!

[Miduki]

Also no more sequals. I like my Final Fantasies as single works. Make the endings have closure.

If they choose to make remakes/sequels, I'd prefer them to be of VI or VIII. V has a sequel (it's a 4 episode OVA) and 1-4 aren't really worth anything due to various reasons. IX is all right, but the ending had closure, and it was kind of "we'll put this out while you wait for X and XI." FFX really didn't need a sequel, and X-2 had a horrible story and completion percentage sucked. XI - I'd like a non-online version or a movie or something. XII better have an ending.

But they shouldn't strive to turn out crap as quickly as possible as the Disney channel is doing now.

[germanturkey]

personally, i like those games wtih no closure because i can imagine how it ends and it makes me happier

[Miduki]

But that only worked for Hitchcock movies.

[Bezerker]

Best Buy has Final Fantasy 7 for the PS3 for sale on their site (pre-order of course). Hopefully this means that the game will be coming out.

[Joeshie]

No, it doesn't mean it's coming out. I remember stores putting up Starcraft: Ghost for pre-order.

[Rahxephon91]

Yeah but that game was actually annoucned so its not a fair comparison.

[Joeshie]

Yeah but that game was actually annoucned so its not a fair comparison.

The fact that SC:Ghost was announced and STILL wasn't released just shows that just because a store puts a game up for pre-order doesn't mean that it is going to be released, especially one that has yet to be announced.

[HitokiriShadow]

Yeah but that game was actually annoucned so its not a fair comparison.

Exactly one magazine "announced" it in one or two sentences acting like everyone already knew about it. I think someone forgot to send them the memo that the video was a techdemo and the previous announcement was just a rumor (hence the name of the section it was in).

[Rahxephon91]

Exactly one magazine "announced" it in one or two sentences acting like everyone already knew about it. I think someone forgot to send them the memo that the video was a techdemo and the previous announcement was just a rumor (hence the name of the section it was in).
EGM repotred it in there E3 2006 coverge. It was not in the rumor section like it was before. I think thats where alot of this is comming from. Some are even joking that thats where Best Buy got the info. Maybe they did.

Then there is this.

June 15, 2006 - Retail giant Best Buy has begun taking preorders for the Final Fantasy VII remake for PlayStation 3 (see for yourself by clicking right here). This is an event we found particularly curious considering that Square Enix has repeatedly told the gaming press that the title hasn't been confirmed (as evidenced in this story) and that the visual that's out there was only intended for "PS3 tech demo purposes" at E3 2005.

As always, your buddies here at IGN contacted Square Enix representatives to see what the real story is. Here's what they had to say:

"We have confirmed that Final Fantasy XIII is in development, but have NOT confirmed an FF7 remake at any time. The remake has been a popular subject for rumors, but that's all they are. Obviously the Best Buy listing was made in error"

Is Final Fantasy VII PS3 the rumor that wouldn't die? We'll ask the Tomb Raider Nude Code to see what it thinks and get back to you ASAP.
http://ps3.ign.com/articles/712/712893p1.html

Wait but what is this?
"While there have been numerous rumors about Final Fantasy XIII, Square Enix has never released any information about the title. The recent online article stating that the title will be exclusive for PlayStation 3 and shown at E3 is not based on any official information obtained by us. I hope readers will remember April Fool's day is tomorrow and many Print and Online outlets pull pranks ever year, before they get their hopes crushed by a joke." -- Square Enix PR
http://www.ps3land.com/article-273.php

[HitokiriShadow]

EGM repotred it in there E3 2006 coverge. It was not in the rumor section like it was before. I think thats where alot of this is comming from. Some are even joking that thats where Best Buy got the info. Maybe they did.

That's what I was referring to. They had in their E3 coverage in small box and acted like it was nothing and everyone already knew about it. They had mentioned it the month before in the Rumor Mill, so I think someone just got confused.

[Cyan Bloodbane]

I can live without a remake of FF7. It wasn't a bad game but I'd rather play a new Final Fantasy game rather then one I've beaten before and haven't really played since. Mind you my PS2 dosen't load PS1 game anymore. Anyone know any good PS1 emulators?

[RPGQueen]

Final fantasy vi and vii are my favorites, so I would really like to see them remade. they could be made for a whole new generation.

[HitokiriShadow]

FF6 is sort of being ported to the Game Boy Advance, though its not technically a remake.

[Gendo]

FF6 is sort of being ported to the Game Boy Advance, though its not technically a remake.


FF3 on the DS is really the only Square game that could be called a real remake. One could argue for Sword of Mana on the GBA if they were bored. Sword of Mana remade the original Secret of Mana in a big way, not a simple port with extras like the GBA/PS1 Final Fantasy 1-6 games.



For the record....

EB Games at one point (2004) took pre-orders for "Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker 2" for the Gamecube. This game was never made, or ever in production. Gamecrazy is currently taking pre-orders for "Duck Hunt" on the Wii based only on a tech demo at E3 that ended with a quick Duck Hunt inspired level, and has no indication of being made into a game (Though maybe added into Wii Sports). Many stores throw stuff up now and then, try and get a jump on things and nab some early profits if possible.


Lets also not forget that SE has done tech demos for new systems using their characters from previous games for 3 generations now (FF6-N64, FF8-PS2, FF7-PS3).


I can live without a remake of FF7. It wasn't a bad game but I'd rather play a new Final Fantasy game rather then one I've beaten before and haven't really played since. Mind you my PS2 dosen't load PS1 game anymore. Anyone know any good PS1 emulators?

Bleemcast :)