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Review of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on PS5

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Feb 2024
Cover image of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on PS5
Gamefings Score: 9.5
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 29 Feb 2024
Genre: Action Role-Playing Game
Developer: Square Enix Creative Business Unit I
Publisher: Square Enix

Introduction

So, there I was, ready to tangle with 'Final Fantasy VII Rebirth', the highly anticipated sequel to 'FFVII Remake', and let me tell you, it's like stepping off a tightrope into a trampoline park-exciting and a bit scary! This game promises to take us soaring beyond Midgar into a vibrant world filled with eco-terrorists, a mysterious mega-corporation, and enough emotional baggage to make a psychologist start charging by the hour. Let's dive into this fantastical buffet of storytelling, combat, and a lot of pretty characters staring dramatically into the distance.

Gameplay

Gameplay in 'Rebirth' is the perfect mashup of real-time action and a sprinkle of strategy-think jazzercise meets chess! You control the ever-so-brooding Cloud Strife (who, by the way, has questionable fashion choices involving big swords and even bigger hair). The combat is flashy, featuring the same mix of melee and magic attacks that we fell in love with in 'Remake'. Now, you can switch characters quicker than you can swipe left on a dating app, all while navigating epic fights that will leave you panting just a tad. You'll even get to ride Chocobos, because who doesn't want to gallop through gorgeous landscapes on a giant chicken-thing? The game further introduces the 'Synergized' mechanic for those who want to bring true harmony to their brawl; just remember, it's not a 'just-beat-'em-up'-it's an art form-albeit a pixelated art form.

Graphics

Let's take a moment to appreciate the visual feast that is 'FFVII Rebirth'. The graphics sizzle like a well-cooked bacon strip-every detail pops. Imagine Midgar as a chiseled action hero who's just stepped out of the gym: shiny, muscular, and simply glorious. The environments are lush and meticulously crafted, making you feel guiltier than a cat walking over your keyboard whenever you dare to skip a side quest or two. The colors are vibrant, the animations so smooth you might mistake them for butter, and the overall aesthetic serves every nostalgia-loving fan their daily dose of eye candy. Throw in a soundtrack composed by legends, and you have a recipe for a sublime gaming experience.

Conclusion

In conclusion, 'Final Fantasy VII Rebirth' is a delightful romp through an enhanced universe filled with enough plot twists to keep even the most stoic gamer on their toes. It celebrates nostalgia while forging its own identity and, honestly, what more could you ask from a game? If you're looking for epic battles, compelling characters, and a world that draws you in faster than your last binge-watch on Netflix, this title absolutely takes the cake. Grab your PS5, throw on some comfy pants (you're gonna be here a while), and prepare to be swept off your feet. Final verdict? It's a SIMP-ly brilliant adventure-full of heart, humor, and just enough angst to keep your inner 13-year-old satisfied!

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