"State of Play", the latest PlayStation news and information, was broadcast on Friday, February 26, 2021.
While there were many updates on the latest PS4 and PS5 game titles, the most notable announcement came at the end of the broadcast.
"FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE", the PS5 version of "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE", which was released on PS4 in April 2020 and was a worldwide hit!
Ps5 ver., also Announced! "State of Play" Announcement Summary!
New episodes with "Yuffie" as the main character!
"FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE" is not only a PS5 version of "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE"!
A new episode featuring the popular FF VII character "Yuffie" will be added!
In the announcement trailer released today, you can see Yuffie in action, and you can also see places that you did not visit in "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE" and characters that did not appear in "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE".
Yuffie wears different outfits depending on the game in which he appears, but he wears loose socks and sneakers just like in the original FF VII, which is nostalgic. I wonder if today's young people would recognize loose socks?
As for the contents of the new episode, according to the official website of "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE"
"FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE"公式サイトAmidst the chaos in Midgal after the explosion of the Corporal Demon Reactor
the Shinobi, under the secret orders of the Wutai, are at work.
Yuffie, a young girl in a Mowgli cloak, and her trusty sidekick, Sonon, are the ultimate targets.
Their target is the "Ultimate Materia" developed by the Shinra Company.
With the strength of the original Avalanche, they will be able to take on the world's most powerful team.
They set foot into the enemy territory for the sake of their hometown and for the sake of revenge.
Guided by the cry of the stars, the wheels of a new destiny begin to turn.
... is the introduction that has been released, but you'll have to wait until you play to find out what the story will be! Let's wait for the release!
Yuffie's new episode is only playable in the PS5 version, and unfortunately it does not appear to be playable on PS4.
To play, you will need to purchase "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE" for PS5, or purchase it separately as additional DLC after upgrading your PS4 game to the PS5 version.
The PS5 version of "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE", which includes a new episode, will be released, and the PS4 version can be upgraded to the PS5 version, as well as additional content, will be released on Thursday, June 10, 2021!
The packaged and downloadable versions of "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE" are priced at ¥9,878 JPY (tax included) ($92.96 USD). The Digital Deluxe Edition is priced at ¥11,501 JPY (tax included) ($108.24 USD).
Those who own the PS4 version can upgrade to the PS5 version for ¥100 JPY (tax included) ($0.94 USD), and once they upgrade, they will be able to purchase new episodes for ¥2,178 JPY (tax included) ($20.49 USD). Of course, you can carry over your save data, so don't worry.
Please note that if you purchased the physical version on PS4, you will need a PS5 with a disc drive to upgrade to the PS5 version.
What's different about the PS5 version?
With the PS5 version coming out, you're probably wondering what other differences there will be besides the new episodes.
Of course, various aspects have been "upgraded" from the PS4 version to the PS5 version.
The first thing that catches your eye when you watch the newly released "PS5 Features Video" is the even more beautiful and improved graphics.
The PS4 version was already very beautiful, but the PS5 version has improved expressiveness in lighting, textures, backgrounds, etc., resulting in even more beautiful, delicate, and flashy graphics.
You can also switch between "Graphics Mode", which emphasizes high-resolution 4K image quality, and "Performance Mode", which emphasizes smooth 60fps operation, so you can enjoy the optimal visual expression to suit your preferences and the scene.
In "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE", the "CLASSIC" battle mode was only available on the "EASY" difficulty level, where actions were performed automatically for players who are not good at action games, allowing them to concentrate on selecting commands.However, in "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE", "CLASSIC" will now be available even on NORMAL difficulty.
Even people who aren't good at action games but find "EASY" too easy can enjoy this game.
And thanks to the PS5's high specs, loading times are extremely fast.
If you watch the "PS5 Features Video", you'll be amazed at how fast it loads.
In the PS4 version, there are some moments when loading can be a bit of a hassle, such as when starting the game or after getting off the chocobo cart, so having it this fast will make playing more comfortable.
A new "Photo Mode" has also been added, allowing you to capture your favorite scenes!
Simply being able to capture the beautiful images of "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE" is great enough, but now you can change the camera position, angle of view, light exposure, color filters, and more to capture the perfect shot.
I have a feeling we'll be posting all kinds of photos on social media after the release...!
The official website has also been released!
There opened the "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE" official website
In addition to an explanation of "FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE", you can also find information about upgrades and pre-orders for the physical and digital versions.
Especially if you're thinking of upgrading from the PS4 version, make sure you know what to do!
The release date is Thursday, June 10, 2021, which is earlier than expected, but let's hope it doesn't get delayed this time around!
