Crisis Core – Final Fantasy VII – Reunion is now available on the PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and the Nintendo Switch. In case you missed our review, we had a great time with the game, stating, “Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion is almost undeniably the definitive version of the 2007 action RPG, as despite its issues it still succeeds at presenting the player with an unforgettable experience.” You can check out a trailer above and read below for more info:
LOS ANGELES (December 13, 2022) – SQUARE ENIX® announced that the much-anticipated remaster, CRISIS CORE™ –FINAL FANTASY® VII– REUNION, launches today on PlayStation®5 (PS5™) console, PlayStation®4 (PS4™) console, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One consoles, Nintendo Switch™ system, and PC. Unravel the stories of Zack, Cloud, Sephiroth, Aerith, Tifa and more in this generously remastered companion to FINAL FANTASY VII.
“Bringing this long-awaited remaster of CRISIS CORE to life has been an absolute delight,” said Executive Producer Yoshinori Kitase. “For many years, our passionate community has been asking us to bring an updated version of CRISIS CORE to current platforms, and we’re thrilled to be able to finally deliver on that request. With the complete overhaul of many elements of the game, we hope that new and returning FINAL FANTASY fans enjoy experiencing the story of Zack Fair as much as we had developing CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION”
Nearly 15 years after the release of the PlayStation®Portable exclusive, CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION brings new life to the fan-favorite story of SOLDIER operativeZack Fair with a complete HD graphics overhaul of the character models, UI and background, a newly arranged soundtrack by original composer Takeharu Ishimoto, fully voiced dialogue in English and Japanese, featuring key members of the voice acting cast of FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE, and an updated action combat system, with the option to trigger Limit Breaks and Summons, and a streamlined “Digital Mind Wave” (DMW) system. CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION maintains the heart of the beloved PlayStation®Portable classic, while utilizing modern technology for a more appealing, immersive and engaging overall gameplay experience for new and existing fans alike.
The story of CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION begins seven years before the events of FINAL FANTASY VII, following Zack Fair, a young, optimistic Shinra SOLDIER operative. As Zack and SOLDIER 1st Class Sephiroth team up to search for a missing SOLDIER operative Genesis Rhapsodos, he uncovers the dark truths of Shinra’s experiments and the monsters they create. When betrayals and secrets hit too close to home and cause him to question everything and everyone he knows, Zack must forge his own path as a hero to protect the ones he loves and defend the one thing he has left – his SOLDIER honor.
CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION launches today on PlayStation®5 (PS5™) console, PlayStation®4 (PS4™) console, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One consoles, Nintendo Switch™ system, and PC.
Additionally, Zack’s high-quality action figure, otherwise only available as part of the game’s Japanese Hero Edition, is exclusively available at the Square Enix Store. CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION PLAY ARTS KAI Action Figure – ZACK FAIR SOLDIER 2nd CLASS can be pre-ordered here: https://sqex.link/szo8
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Richard Allen is a freelance writer and contributing editor for various publications. While he enjoys modern gaming, he is a retro gamer at heart, having been raised on a steady diet of Contra, Mario, and Dragon's Lair. Chat with him via @thricetheartist on Twitter.
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