Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 director Naoki Hamaguchi has already logged over 40 playthroughs of the game in development. He expressed genuine enthusiasm about the project's current state, signaling confidence in where the team stands.
Hamaguchi also discussed strategy for capitalizing on upcoming ports. Both Final Fantasy VII Remake and Rebirth will release on Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch 2, expanding the franchise's reach beyond PlayStation exclusivity. These ports represent a significant revenue opportunity for Square Enix, particularly the Switch 2 release which brings the series to a new hardware audience.
The news arrives as the third installment remains in active development. While Square Enix hasn't announced a release window, Hamaguchi's comfort level with the build suggests the project progresses on track. The 40+ playthroughs indicate thorough iteration on gameplay systems and balance.
The multiplatform push reflects industry trends toward maximizing install bases. After the Remake's PlayStation 5 exclusivity window, bringing both titles to competing platforms makes financial sense. Switch 2's processing power finally enables these demanding games to run on Nintendo hardware, a first for this generation of Final Fantasy VII titles.