Press release

CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION
IS MORE THAN A REMASTER

New Trailer Shows HD Graphics, Updated Combat System and Newly Arranged Soundtrack

LONDON (Nov. 17, 2022) SQUARE ENIX® today revealed a new trailer for CRISIS CORE™ –FINAL FANTASY® VII– REUNION. The video impressively shows that the modern version of the cult classic action RPG and prequel to FINAL FANTASY VII is “More than a Remaster”.
 
View the “More than a Remaster” Trailer here: https://youtu.be/fH3App7EPf8
 
The story of CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION begins seven years before the events of FINAL FANTASY VII and follows Zack Fair, a young Shinra SOLDIER operative. As his adventure unfolds, he discovers the dark secrets of Shinra’s experiments and the monsters they create.

15 years after the release of the PlayStation®Portable exclusive original game, CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION features a complete HD graphics overhaul, newly arranged soundtrack, fully voiced dialogue in English and Japanese, and an updated combat system.
 
Square Enix also revealed an infographic that details the resolution and framerate that each version of CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION delivers: crisp 4K resolution on both PS5 and Xbox Series X (that’s about 63 times more pixels than on PSP!) and a maximum of 120 Frames per second on PC for an even more fluid experience. The PC system requirements for the game can be found on the offical STEAM page.
 
Executive Producer Yoshinori Kitase says, “This is more than a remaster, a game that crosses generations and platforms. We are very proud of all the amazing improvements that the dev team has been able to include in CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION.” More information about all technical improvements can be a found in a new FAQ document that was created by the developers of the game.

CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION launches on PlayStation®5 (PS5™) console, PlayStation®4 (PS4™) console, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One consoles, Nintendo Switch™ system, and PC on December 13, 2022.  
The game can be pre-ordered here: https://ffvii.square-enix-games.com/games/crisis-core
   
Additionally, Zack's high-quality action figure, otherwise only available as part of the game's Japanese Collector's 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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About FINAL FANTASY VII
First released in 1997 on the PlayStation® computer entertainment system, FINAL FANTASY VII is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2022. The game is universally regarded as a hallmark title of the RPG genre. The original title received high praise for its epic storyline, unique characters, and movie sequences that utilized the most cutting-edge technology of the time. Since then, the game has sold over 13.9 million copies worldwide and continues to receive widespread acclaim from critics and fans around the world. The popular game has even expanded into spin-offs, films, and merchandise.
 
The first game of the FINAL FANTASY VII remake trilogy project, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE released in 2020 has been praised by both players and critics across the globe, earning more than 20 perfect scores from media, and was selected as a PlayStation® “Editor’s Choice” pick. The game also became the highest-selling digital release on the PlayStation® platform in SQUARE ENIX’s history, exceeding more than five million shipments and digital sales worldwide since its release. FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, the second game in the trilogy is now in development for the PlayStation®5.
 
About Square Enix, Ltd.
Square Enix, Ltd. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 173 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 85 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
 
More information on Square Enix, Ltd. can be found at https://square-enix-games.com
 
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