Exciting news for fans of the Final Fantasy series: the final chapter of the FF7 Remake trilogy, FF7 Remake Part 3, is set to launch exclusively on the PS5. This announcement comes directly from the game's producer, Yoshinori Kitase, and director, Naoki Hamaguchi, during their recent interview with 4Gamer on January 23, 2025. Addressing concerns from the PlayStation community regarding the release platforms of the previous installments, Kitase reassured fans, stating, "No, you can rest assured about the next one (FF7 Remake Part 3)." This confirmation should put to rest any worries about the final installment's platform availability during the PS5's lifecycle.

FF7’s Remake Part 3 Will Still Release on PS5

As the PS5 continues its journey through its lifecycle, there's speculation that the FF7 Remake trilogy might eventually transition to the next PlayStation console, though details about the PS6 remain scarce. The focus remains firmly on the PS5 for now, ensuring fans have a clear path to enjoy the concluding chapter of this epic saga.

FF7 Remake Part 3 Release Date

While Square Enix has kept the exact release date of FF7 Remake Part 3 under wraps, development updates provide some insight into its progress. The game's development reportedly kicked off in tandem with Part 2, with full production accelerating post the February 2024 release of FF7 Rebirth. In an interview with Famitsu on January 23, 2025, Hamaguchi shared optimistic news about the game's development, stating, "It’s going very well. We started working on the third game right after FFVII Rebirth ended, and we have a build that will confirm what we should aim for as a game by the end of 2024." This progress suggests that fans might not have to wait too long for the final installment, especially with reusable assets from the previous games and a completed story draft in hand. Kitase also expressed satisfaction with the story's conclusion, promising a fulfilling end for fans.

FF7 Remake Part 3 Will Allegedly Be a Timed Exclusive Game

According to a report from the Washington Post dated March 6, 2024, FF7 Remake Part 3 is set to follow the trend of its predecessors by being a timed exclusive on the PS5. Previous games in the trilogy, such as FF7 Remake and FF7 Remake Intergrade, enjoyed exclusivity periods on PlayStation before eventually making their way to PC. FF7 Rebirth, for instance, was released on PC on January 23, 2025, after its initial PS5 exclusivity. If this pattern continues, fans on other platforms can look forward to playing FF7 Remake Part 3 after its timed exclusivity on the PS5 ends.

Square Enix Multi-Platform Strategy Amidst Declining Sales

Despite the positive reception of the FF7 Remake series, Square Enix reported a decline in HD title sales in their financial results on March 31, 2024. This decline was attributed to increased development costs, higher advertising expenses, and content valuation losses. In response, Square Enix announced a strategic shift towards a multi-platform approach, aiming to expand their titles to Nintendo platforms, PlayStation, Xbox, and PCs. This move is intended to boost sales and reach a broader audience. Although Square Enix has a strong partnership with PlayStation, this new strategy suggests that future titles, including potentially more from the FF7 universe, might find their way to Xbox, Switch 2, and other platforms.