A new trailer for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the upcoming conclusion to the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, has placed a significant spotlight on the game's titular "Weapons." Revealed during Gamescom Opening Night Live, the trailer emphasized these massive creatures and their apparent central role in the game's unfolding story.
Directed by Naoki Hamaguchi, the cinematic trailer depicted a world overrun by these kaiju-like entities. Dialogue within the trailer positions the Weapons as guardians of the planet, with humanity cast as an invasive species. Both Ultima Weapon and Emerald Weapon were showcased, suggesting the presence of multiple such beings.
The trailer also offered glimpses of the full cast and featured both aerial combat aboard Cid's Highwind airship and ground battles against familiar Final Fantasy adversaries, including Typhon. The game is set to build upon the foundations of its predecessors, incorporating new gameplay elements and refining its open-world mechanics.
Key new features for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth include the FITS system, which allows players to equip Cloud and his companions with new combat roles. Additionally, minigames will be more optional in this installment, providing a less disruptive experience for those focused on progressing through the main narrative.
Further details about Final Fantasy VII Rebirth have been shared, including screenshots of Midgar, insights from game director Naoki Hamaguchi on his favorite elements to remake, and confirmation of the voice actor for Sephiroth.