“We’re going to become the new legend”: Naoki Hamaguchi on making Final Fantasy 7 Revelation as if it’s the last ever Final Fantasy 7 game
Director Naoki Hamaguchi is approaching Final Fantasy 7 Revelation—the third and final entry in the FF7 remake trilogy—as if it will be the last Final Fantasy 7 game ever made. Despite historical trends of extending beloved franchises, Hamaguchi has committed to treating Revelation with a sense of finality, expressing confidence that this approach will deliver a complete and satisfying conclusion.
The trilogy is theoretically scheduled to conclude next year, though the series’ future remains somewhat unclear. Square Enix has confirmed plans for post-launch DLC content featuring Sephiroth and Vincent Valentine, leaving open the possibility of additional material beyond the main game’s release. Regardless, Hamaguchi’s development philosophy reflects a determination to provide a definitive end to the remake saga.
This mindset suggests the director intends Revelation to stand as a conclusive chapter to the reimagined Final Fantasy 7 narrative, independent of Square Enix’s potential long-term plans for the IP. Hamaguchi’s confidence in this approach indicates players can expect a climactic and comprehensive final installment to the remake trilogy.