New FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH demo: here’s what’s included
A free demo for FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH is available now. Here’s what’s ready to play now - and what’s coming later this month!Many questions have been swirling around since we announced FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH. What’s the story of this new entry in the series? How has the combat system evolved? What will happen to our beloved heroes?
And perhaps most importantly… when can we play it for ourselves?
The short answer to that last question is… today! A new demo for FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH is available to download now on the PlayStation Store. It lets you play through an early section of the game - part of the Nibelheim flashback.
Then, on February 21, an update will add new content to the demo: the chance to explore some of the expanded area around Junon.
You can get the demo from the PlayStation Store now.
We’re sure you’re eager to know more, so while you wait for the game to download, here’s a little about what to expect:
Available today: Nibelheim episode
This demo episode takes you back in time, as Cloud Strife recounts the story of an early mission with Sephiroth. In this flashback, Cloud and Sephiroth have been sent on a mission to investigate a malfunctioning reactor in Mt. Nibel, near Cloud’s hometown.
Guided by a young Tifa, the SOLDIERs traverse the treacherous path to the reactor, facing many challenges from terrifying beasts to industrial waste.
It’s a fast-paced section of the early game that will teach you the ins and outs of the combat system, let you get to grips with the new Synergy Abilities… oh, and you get to play as Sephiroth!
There’s more to experience in the full game if you complete the Nibelheim episode in the demo, you’ll be given the option to skip the same section in the full game.
Why would you want to though? It’s well worth experiencing twice, just to get more hands-on time with Sephiroth!
Available Feb 21, 2024: Junon area episode
On February 21, an update for the demo will include an additional episode, set in the area around Junon (you must have completed the Nibelheim episode to access it).
This will let you roam freely around a small area of the world at your own pace. You can seek out special monsters to hunt, with their own objectives to fulfil, ride a chocobo and more.
When you’re ready for some more structured fun, you can head into Junon for some more story too.
It’s a great way to get a taste of the freedom and variety that’s available in the world of FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, and a tantalizing tease of what’s in store in the full experience
Please note that the area in the demo has been significantly altered to make the content more compact. You can expect much more in the full game - a much larger space to explore, more side content to find and undertake, more monsters to battle, more secrets to find… the list goes on.
Demo bonuses for the full game
If you have save data from the demo on your PS5, you’ll be able to claim some awesome items when you play the full game:
Kupo charm: An accessory that increases the number of resource items extracted at a set rate.
Survival set: A selection of items to aid on your adventure, such as potions and ethers.
Be sure to have applied the latest update before diving into FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH to ensure you can get items, and the ability to skip part of the Nibelheim episode in the full game.
We hope you’re excited to dive into FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH in the new demo. The full experience isn’t far away - it launches for PS5 this month, on February 29, 2024!
Preorder any digital edition of the game to get the following bonus item:
- Moogle Trio Summoning Materia (in game item)
What’s more, if you have a save file from FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE or FF7R EPISODE INTERmission, you will be able to claim the following items in FINAL FANTASY REBIRTH:
FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE (PS4 / PS5) save file
- Summon Materia: Leviathan
FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE EPISODE INTERmission save file
- Summon Materia: Ramuh
Please note that save data must be saved on the PS5 system.
Standard Edition (physical and digital)
Available both digitally and physically. The physical version comes across two discs and includes a reversible cover.
This edition includes:
- The full game
It’s available to preorder now:
A Digital Deluxe Edition Upgrade will also be available to purchase for the digital Standard Edition, which adds Digital Deluxe Edition content. This cannot be preordered and will become available when the game launches.
Deluxe Edition (physical only)
The physical Deluxe Edition also includes the below:
- The full game
- Steelbook® case
- A mini soundtrack CD (in jewel case)
- Physical artbook
It's available to preorder now:
Digital Deluxe Edition (digital only)
Available to preorder from the PlayStation Store, this edition includes:
- The full game
- Digital mini soundtrack
- Digital artbook
- Magic Pot Summoning Materia (in-game item)
- Accessory: Reclaimant Choker (in-game item)
- Armor: Orchid Bracelet (in-game item)
It’s available to preorder now:
Collector’s Edition
Available from the Square Enix Store, this edition is a real treat for fans. It includes:
- The full game (across two discs)
- FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH STATIC ARTS - SEPHIROTH - a large, highly detailed statue of Sephiroth
- Steelbook® case
- A mini soundtrack CD
- Physical artbook features stunning illustrations and concept art from the game
- Moogle Trio Summoning Materia (in-game item)
- Magic Pot Summoning Materia (in-game item)
- Accessory: Reclaimant Choker (in-game item)
- Armor: Orchid Bracelet (in-game item)
It’s available to preorder now:
Twin Pack (digital only)
This terrific twin pack gives you access to both FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE and the upcoming game FANTASY VII REBIRTH.
Once ordered, you can start playing FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE right away and be ready to continue the adventure in FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH on release day.
The set includes:
- FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE - full game including EPISODE INTERmission DLC
- FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH - full game
Purchase this twin set before launch to get a substantial discount - essentially you can get both titles together for the same price as one standard edition! Check the PlayStation Store to see prices in your region:
Digital Deluxe Twin Pack (digital only)
This bumper bundle gives you both FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE and the FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE Digital Deluxe Edition, and all the awesome content that comes with it.
Once purchased, you can start playing FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE right away:
It includes:
- FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE - full game, including EPISODE INTERmission DLC
- FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH Digital Deluxe Edition - full game
- FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH Digital mini soundtrack
- FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH Digital artbook
- Magic Pot Summoning Materia (FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH in-game item)
- Accessory: Reclaimant Choker (FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH in-game item)
- Armor: Orchid Bracelet (FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH in-game item)
It’s available to order now. What’s more, purchase before launch for a significant discount on the price of both games!
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