Final Fantasy VII Rebirth PC Version: Director Discusses Mods, DLC Possibilities, and Enhancements
The director of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Naoki Hamaguchi, recently offered insights into the game's upcoming PC release, addressing player questions about potential DLC and the modding community. Read on for a summary of his comments.
DLC: A Matter of Player Demand
While the development team initially considered adding episodic DLC to the PC version, resource constraints have prioritized completing the final installment of the Remake trilogy. Hamaguchi stated that adding new content is not currently planned. However, he left the door open, suggesting that significant player demand could influence future decisions regarding DLC. "If we receive strong requests from players after the release regarding certain matters, we would like to consider them," he explained.
A Message to Modders: Creativity with Responsibility
Hamaguchi also addressed the modding community, acknowledging the inevitable interest in creating and sharing modifications for the PC version. While the game lacks official mod support, Hamaguchi expressed respect for the creativity of modders, but emphasized a crucial request: "We respect the creativity of the modding community and welcome their creations—though we ask modders not to create or install anything offensive or inappropriate."
This reasonable request aims to maintain a positive and respectful gaming environment. The potential for creative mods to enhance the game is significant, but the need to avoid offensive content is equally important.
PC Version Improvements and Challenges
The PC version boasts graphical enhancements, including improved lighting and higher-resolution textures, addressing previous criticisms regarding the "uncanny valley" effect on character faces. More powerful hardware will allow for better 3D models and textures than what was possible on the PS5. However, Hamaguchi noted challenges in adapting the mini-games for PC, requiring significant work to implement unique key configurations.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth launches on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on January 23, 2025. The game originally released for PS5 on February 9, 2024, to widespread acclaim.
