Final Fantasy 7’s Future in Fortnite Is Unclear, but There’s Hope
Fortnite’s current season has centered on video game crossovers, with Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy director Naoki Hamaguchi recently discussing Square Enix’s relationship with the battle royale. While he declined to directly confirm whether Final Fantasy 7 characters would join Fortnite’s extensive cosmetic roster, his remarks have sparked hope among fans that such a collaboration may be possible in the future.
Chapter 7 Season 4 combines themes of video games and hacking, creating opportunities for Epic Games to feature a diverse array of video game intellectual properties. The season currently showcases cosmetics inspired by Sonic the Hedgehog, Crash Bandicoot, Mega Man, and Spyro, with additional video game crossovers confirmed for later in the season. This collaboration strategy highlights Fortnite’s ongoing effort to attract players through partnerships with major gaming franchises.
Hamaguchi also provided insight into the development of Final Fantasy 7’s design, discussing how the parachuting mechanic in the latest installment drew inspiration from specific sources. This behind-the-scenes detail offers fans a glimpse into the creative decisions shaping the remake trilogy’s gameplay features.