Final Fantasy VII trilogy complete: Revelation launches simultaneously on PS5, Xbox and PC

Square Enix has finally lifted the veil on the third and final part of the Final Fantasy VII Remake series. The game is called Final Fantasy VII Revelation and launches simultaneously on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. A release window has not yet been given, but the announcement alone is enough to send fan hype to unprecedented heights.

The game's official website leaves little to the imagination. 'A vast planet awaits. Everything leads to this. The final battle for the fate of the world has begun,' it reads. Players take to the skies, chart their course, and stand alongside their companions against Sephiroth - for the last time. It strongly seems that the legendary airship Highwind will play a central role and that the world of Gaia will be fully open and explorable, just like in the original from 1997.

A surprising shift behind the microphone

Not only is the announcement of Revelation big news, but the voice actor for the iconic villain Sephiroth is also changing. Director Naoki Hamaguchi told YouTuber Maximillian Dood that Tyler Hoechlin, who voiced Sephiroth in Remake, Rebirth and Crisis Core Reunion, could not take part in the third part. Who will do the new voice has not yet been announced. Hamaguchi said the replacement will be revealed later.

Hoechlin's departure comes as a surprise to many fans. His dark, calm intonation gave Sephiroth a chilling presence that perfectly suited the reimagined version of the character. Still, a role change in the game industry is not unusual - especially when a production spans multiple years and actors take on other commitments.

What the impact on the final performance will be is hard to predict. I think Square Enix will make a solid choice, but it's always an adjustment when a familiar voice makes way for someone else. Hopefully the new actor is chosen with the same eye for detail that characterizes the entire remake trilogy.

Finally, no more platform exclusivity

Perhaps the most striking thing about the announcement is that Revelation comes day one to all major platforms. Whereas Remake was a PlayStation exclusive for a year and Rebirth eventually also came to PC, the third part arrives directly on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. For European players, that means no hassle with region accounts or imports: the playing field is finally completely level. Xbox players in particular - who were entirely left out of the remake series until now - finally get the chance to follow Cloud and his traveling companions.

Square Enix seems to be breaking a trend with this. The studio has taken steps toward multiplatform releases in recent years, and Revelation is the clearest signal that they no longer need exclusivity deals to successfully conclude the saga.

What do you think of the name Revelation? And are you curious who will voice Sephiroth? Let us know in the comments!