Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is the long-awaited second part of the remake trilogy for loyal fans of the series. The PC version of the game will be released on January 23, 2025, as announced in the The Game Awards.
With its release on PC, the game provides a great opportunity for the modding community. However, the director Final Fantasy VII RebirthNaoki Hamaguchi gave a special message to the players to keep their creativity within reasonable limits.
Naoki Hamaguchi's Message to the Modding Community
Naoki Hamaguchi asks PC players not to invent or use mod that are offensive or inappropriate. In his interview with Epic Games, Hamaguchi explained that while the development team does not provide official support for modHowever, they still respect the creativity of the modding community.
He added that maintaining norms in modding work is important to create an inclusive gaming environment for all players.
History of modding on Final Fantasy VII Remake proves how creative this community is. Various interesting works have been produced, ranging from VR mods for a more immersive experience to alternative costumes and replacement of the Buster Sword with unique objects.
Seeing similar potential, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth It is predicted to be a new land for modders to showcase their creativity.
Developer Focus and DLC Plans
In the interview, Hamaguchi also revealed that DLC for the PC version was considered. An episodic story concept like DLC Yuffie INTERmission which was previously released on Final Fantasy VII Remake was one of the ideas that came up.
However, due to resource constraints, the team's top priority is to complete the third game in the trilogy. Hamaguchi stated that if there is strong demand from the community after launch, they will consider developing DLC in the future.
Technology Upgrades for Optimal Experience
Square Enix revealed that the PC version of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will feature significant lighting improvements. These improvements have been the subject of discussion on social media where fans have been comparing the latest visual results with previous versions.
In addition, the developer also made sure that the game is optimized to run smoothly on Steam Deck, providing more flexibility for players who want to enjoy games on portable devices.
Naoki Hamaguchi reminds the importance of responsibility in creating mod. The creativity displayed by the modder community has great potential to enrich the gaming experience, as long as the work respects existing values.
Source: Eurogamer
