Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth has enjoyed a spectacular launch on Steam for Windows PC. This is despite earlier reports that the game did not meet sales expectations on the PlayStation 5. The game took the top spot in the US market for the week ending January 25th, 2025.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth PC patch 1.001 is out!
▪️ Improved overall stability.
▪️ Fixed graphics preset defaulting to 'Low' on first Steam Deck launch. Saved settings now apply on restart.
▪️ Anti-Aliasing Method defaults to DLSS on supported PCs.
▪️ Updated DirectStorage DLL. pic.twitter.com/xmfh26W0mN— FINAL FANTASY VII (@finalfantasyvii) February 3, 2025
It was the best seller in both physical and tracked digital dollar sales. The “Final Fantasy VII: Remake & Rebirth Twin Pack” also secured the third position in the same period. The release on Steam signifies a strategic shift for Square Enix.
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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is up to 30% off on Steam and Epic Games Store now. pic.twitter.com/oW7alu8TSL
— FINAL FANTASY VII (@finalfantasyvii) February 2, 2025
Square Enix previously said Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth didn't "meet expectations" on PlayStation 5.
Wonder if they'll say the same about FF7 Rebirth on PC, which was revealed as the #1 selling game in the United States. https://t.co/PgphvWrKZo
— Jez (@JezCorden) February 3, 2025
The company has traditionally launched its flagship “Final Fantasy” titles as PlayStation exclusives before making them available on other platforms. The decision to expand its reach appears to be paying off, as the franchise connects with a broader audience on PC.
Steam release broadens Final Fantasy reach
“Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth” follows the original game’s early-to-middle narrative. The protagonist team tracks the sinister antagonist Sephiroth across vast, open-world areas. The game has captivated both new players and long-time fans of the series.
It mixes modern gameplay mechanics with nostalgic elements from the original PlayStation 1 classic. The success of this game might influence Square Enix’s release strategies for future “Final Fantasy” titles. It points towards a possible simultaneous launch on both consoles and PCs.
Fans are already speculating about the release dates and potential development progress of “Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3” and “Final Fantasy XVII.”
“Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth” stands as a significant achievement for Square Enix. It showcases how adapting to a multi-platform strategy can lead to commercial success. It also reinvigorates interest in a long-standing franchise.
