Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth to Showcase a World of Unrestricted Exploration

In the upcoming Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, director Naoki Hamaguchi has revealed that players can expect a vast and multifaceted world brimming with opportunities for unrestricted exploration.

As the second installment of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake project, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth continues the narrative from where the first game left off, with our beloved characters departing from the confines of Midgar. In the original game, this pivotal moment marked the transition to a broader world, expanding the scope of the adventure beyond its initial boundaries.

While Hamaguchi’s comments do not explicitly confirm an entirely open-world experience, the mention of a “high degree of freedom” is sure to pique the interest of fans. It suggests that players will retain the sense of awe and the ability to approach missions and side content in their own unique way when exploring the wider world.

According to Hamaguchi, “Players will be able to journey across a vast and diverse world, encountering a multitude of compelling stories.” In a 2021 interview with IGN, Hamaguchi discussed the challenge the team faced in crafting the next chapter of the Final Fantasy Remake series.

“As we move forward and explore new horizons, with Cloud and his companions leaving Midgar to traverse the world map, our primary focus will be to develop gameplay that fully embraces the vastness of this world, unlike what we achieved in the current title.”

Director Tetsuya Nomura of Final Fantasy 7 Remake added that Cloud would find himself immersed in natural surroundings and would engage in extensive exploration. All indications point toward a significantly more expansive second installment, and hopefully, eager fans won’t have to wait too long for further details.

Hamaguchi’s Twitter response arrived just one day after the first “developer comment” from the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth team, assuring fans that the game’s development is proceeding smoothly and according to plan. If all goes well, players can anticipate diving back into the captivating world of Final Fantasy VII this winter.

To learn more, be sure to explore the information regarding Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth as the second part of an epic trilogy and the recent announcement of the commencement of work on Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3.