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Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 Core Gameplay Reaches Completion
It’s All About Polishing Now
Square Enix’s decision to reimagine Final Fantasy VII as a full trilogy rather than a straightforward visual remake has sparked debate since the project began. Some long-time fans continue to question the creative liberties taken across Remake and Rebirth, while others have embraced the expanded narrative and dramatic reinterpretation of the original. Regardless of where players stand, the third and final chapter of the trilogy has now reached an encouraging development milestone.
In a new interview with French YouTuber Julien Chieze, conducted alongside members of the Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 team, project director Naoki Hamaguchi confirmed that Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 has completed the bulk of its core gameplay systems.
The team is now shifting into the polishing and refinement stage, which typically marks the final stretch of development. It has been nearly two years since Final Fantasy VII Rebirth arrived in February 2024, and this update offers the clearest progress report to date on the trilogy’s conclusion.
Hamaguchi expressed confidence in the project despite the lack of an official title. While the team remains cautious about discussing specifics, the shift into polishing suggests the game is steadily solidifying and moving toward its final form.
The Highwind Will Introduce New Scale and Gameplay Possibilities
One of the most notable details shared by Hamaguchi concerns the Highwind, the iconic airship from the original game. He noted that the Highwind will play a significant role in Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 and is not being included as a simple nostalgic reference.
Instead, its inclusion is designed to create a new sense of scale and exploration that differentiates Part 3 from both Final Fantasy VII Remake and Rebirth. This aligns with Square Enix’s broader approach of evolving the mechanics and world structure in each instalment rather than repeating a consistent formula.
The reference to the Highwind also hints at how the final entry may tackle traversal, pacing, and the shift toward a more expansive world. While Hamaguchi did not elaborate, the implication is that the third game intends to offer gameplay experiences that neither of the previous entries attempted, reinforcing the trilogy’s goal of reimagining the original story rather than recreating it verbatim.
Even with these insights, Hamaguchi declined to provide further story or structural details, reflecting Square Enix’s careful approach to concluding one of its most ambitious projects.
No Release Window Yet, but Progress Appears Steady
Despite the encouraging update, Square Enix has not shared any release window for Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3, nor has it indicated when the official title will be revealed. The move into polishing is promising, yet large-scale RPGs often spend an extended period in this phase as systems, cinematics, combat balance, and performance all require intensive iteration.
For now, players will have to wait for the next update. The confirmation that core gameplay development is complete signals that the trilogy’s finale is finally in view. After years of speculation, mixed reactions, and evolving expectations, Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 appears to be entering the stage that brings everything together.
