FINAL FANTASY VII

It's Final Fantasy VII. You already know it's great. Stop reading reviews and play it.

why do we need a square enix account to play an OFFLINE game that was released in 1997? why are you spying and collecting data from our pc? i am not advocating for other platforms but steam should have some standards when running a game store. just because android collects data from folks who install apps from the playstore and don't know any better doesn't mean steam should adopt such anti-consumer practices. clearly you are not collecting statistics for improving a game that was released in 1997. Either way what gives you the right? I am not giving a single cent to this kind of business practice anymore. Either steam will change their policies or its bye bye. I know i am a nobody. There will be too many to replace one paying customer. But that's the point. I am out. Good luck to you people reading this.

To play the game need a square enix account. it's an old and a single player game why would i need one ? also it takes forever to get a confirmation e-mail from SE, zero support, error codes. i'm grateful for those that able to go through this process without a problem.

[h3]Hydrogen Bomb vs Coughing Baby: The Game[/h3] I never finished the original PS1 version or its infinite rereleases until this. I had played up to the end of Rebirth, the ultimate advertisement, and decided to circle back around. Setting aside the mechanical and graphical differences, the most obvious change is the [i]pacing[/i]. For better and for worse. Remake has some [b]very bad[/b] pacing issues of its own, especially with minigames, but is tolerable if you ignore the fluff. The theatrics, the voice acting, the honing in on and expanding of smaller ideas are what slow Remake down but also set it apart. Midgar is worth a damn in Remake. The original is [i]almost[/i] always the complete opposite. An average Remake dungeon or story arc that took an hour or few is now done in 5 screens and 5 minutes. Battles and story beats you may expect from Remake simply don't exist. Between this and Remake, this is comparatively short and concise while stumbling at times, [i]but faster[/i]. I played this with FFNx and used 7th Heaven Mod Manager to easily tap into community mods. FFNx did most of the heavy lifting especially with the in-game speedhack up to 8x that [i]does not speed up audio![/i] My mod loadout was mostly texture and chibi model swaps, and one to bring the battle FPS up to 30. Realistic field and battle models were too jarring but in hindsight the base game looks fine. If you've already played Remake there is value here. And that value is frequently 60% off or more. [h3]The biggest negative of this Steam release is needing a Square Enix account to get past the game launcher even if modded.[/h3] You'll need at least a throwaway account. The benefits (cloud saving/boosting to end game stats) are easily replicated without it. The idea might have been 2013-tier telemetry, but it's annoying. Do it like a modern game and bake telemetry in without telling me!

A classic, though I recommend using 7th Heaven Mod Manager to tweak performance a bit.

Played many hours over multiple sessions, then got locked out from playing this singleplayer game because I suddenly had to verify my email. The emails from square enix never arrived. I cannot verify or change my email and I cannot contact support either with an unverified account. I tried again years later to see if the process has changed, it hasn't. Still not allowed to play this singleplayer game I payed for.

Few games have left as profound a mark on gaming as Final Fantasy VII. When it debuted in 1997, it wasn’t just a game—it was a cultural event. Combining revolutionary 3D graphics with a sprawling story, unforgettable characters, and an emotionally charged narrative, FFVII set a new gold standard for role-playing games and storytelling in video games. Final Fantasy VII centers on Cloud Strife, an ex-SOLDIER turned mercenary, who becomes entwined with the eco-terrorist group AVALANCHE in their battle against the megacorporation Shinra. What starts as a straightforward fight against corporate greed quickly spirals into a profound tale of identity, loss, and redemption. The story unfolds with cinematic flair, delivering complex characters like Aerith, Tifa, Sephiroth, and Barret. Themes of environmentalism, memory, and existential crisis resonate deeply, giving the game a narrative richness rare for its time. The Active Time Battle (ATB) system offers a dynamic pace, balancing real-time and turn-based combat. Players customize characters using the innovative Materia system, which allows magic, skills, and summons to be equipped and combined for diverse strategies. The game’s sprawling world encourages exploration, filled with secrets, side quests, and mini-games—from chocobo racing to the infamous Gold Saucer amusement park. The balance of main story and optional content creates an engaging, rewarding experience. For its era, FFVII’s mix of pre-rendered backgrounds and polygonal characters was revolutionary. The cinematic cutscenes—especially the pre-rendered sequences—elevated storytelling to a new level. While dated now, the art direction remains iconic. Nobuo Uematsu’s soundtrack is legendary, featuring sweeping themes like “One-Winged Angel,” “Aerith’s Theme,” and “Main Theme of Final Fantasy VII.” The music perfectly underscores the game’s emotional and narrative highs and lows. Final Fantasy VII helped bring JRPGs to a global audience, influencing countless games and storytellers. Its impact extends beyond gameplay—shaping how characters, stories, and worlds are crafted in video games. The ongoing Final Fantasy VII Remake project attests to the game’s lasting popularity and narrative depth, proving its story still captivates audiences decades later. Final Fantasy VII remains an essential experience—both for fans of RPGs and those interested in the art of video game storytelling. Its blend of memorable characters, innovative gameplay, and ambitious scope create an epic adventure that stands the test of time. A masterpiece of storytelling, gameplay, and emotional depth that redefined an entire genre and remains timeless. Pros: -Deep, multi-layered narrative and characters -Innovative Materia system with rich customization -Expansive world filled with secrets and side quests -Iconic soundtrack and cinematic presentation Cons: -Some visuals and mechanics feel dated today -Early 3D camera angles can be awkward -Certain pacing issues in later acts Rating: 9/10

Great game with a great story and characters. This port is a little hard to work with at points but overall it works. I would heavily advise finding a community controller layout for this game as a lot of the default mappings are terrible and made me quit on my first playthrough.

Still worth a playthrough even if you have the remaster, its still as beautiful and fun to play as the day it came out.

The Controls are horrible and the prerendered visuals have dated because of the loss of source code, but the story, characters, and gameplay mechanics are timeless. This is an extremely good game that shapes gaming as a whole to this day.

The store page claims that it has full controller support and that it supports "Your Xbox Controller", but this is not true. After looking it up online, apparently they require you to use a playstation controller.

Well yeah I recommend it, it is FF7, and you can mod it with 7th Heaven if you want. Then it's really good. 100/100 my fave game

Surely the best game ever. I had to use 7th Heaven mod for graphical and voice acting addition, but damn,,,,, the story the music and even the characters, This game deserves all the love it gets and should have a great legacy from its remake as well. Best decision ever to try this game

It's Final Fantasy VII. Great game with a great story and characters.

If you don't mind old graphics and want more variety than doing the story and side quests such as chocobo betting and racing, battle square, dungeon puzzles and more, this is for you. Cloud riding the Hardy-Daytona motorbike is sooooo cool!

For anyone who asking, this game needs its own launcher and required to login into your Square Enix. This game is so old and porting from PlayStation to PC is so messed up and almost impossible. This game alongside OG Crisis Core PC porting have same type of launcher and required to log in with Square Enix account alongside same problem. OG Crisis Core PC porting is so rare that people said it's just a myth. But don't worry, it's just one time login only and you can play it offline. If you want cloud saving to square enix account, online connection required. If you want character booster, you can check on your online Profile on Square enix website and boost your characters. Characters booster only for HP, MP and gils.

Game is peak, but the safe files will randomly delete all your progress. Please experience this game somewhere else other than steam

The remake is great but really fucking boring Now this is the correct way to enjoy FF7, but PLEASE DOWNLOAD AND INSTALL 7th Heaven

[h1]A Journey Beyond Time – My Final Fantasy VII Experience[/h1] After completing Final Fantasy VII Remake, I decided to dive into the original—and let me tell you, Square Enix didn’t just create a game back then, they created an entire world built on nostalgia, emotion, and unforgettable storytelling. What awaits you isn’t just a classic JRPG—it's an emotional journey that will leave a lasting mark on both your heart and mind. If you're even thinking about playing this game, don’t hesitate—just go for it. You won’t regret it. This masterpiece will make you smile, cry, and feel a whole spectrum of emotions. And when the final credits roll, you’ll find yourself quietly thanking yourself for taking this journey. Yes, the graphics are from a different era, but if you prefer a modern touch, I highly recommend using the 7th Heaven Mod Manager. It enhances the visuals and gameplay without taking away the soul of the original. So, to anyone about to begin this unforgettable adventure—best of luck on your journey, partner. You’re in for something truly special. 💫

Noli manere in memoria Saevam iram et dolorem Ferum terribile fatum Ille iterum veniet. -great story, ost and characters. 10/10 rpg

I have played this title formerly as a kid, but only recently, "finally" I have managed to finish it after years of not comprehending that you could actually traverse the river with bronco. It's still a staple of what JRPGs are. Sure, it has its quirks, but in terms of gameplay, story, theme, and soundtrack - it still holds up pretty well today. I would definitely suggest playing this game with mods, which can be found on the 7th heaven launcher, and customizing and reworking it to your liking, especially with the dub mod.

Played this in the 90s as a kid and put it down after midgar. Didnt see the hype then, dont see it now. Enjoyed the music, some of the summon animations, and the fight at the end. Was happy to be done though. 7/10.

The only Final Fantasy that (to my knowledge) I've hundred percented, it's that good. But by now it is showing it's age. I'm too strapped for funds to opt for the graphical update of those that have taken its story and world and run with them or I'd get those too.

Nice classic game. Nice story, plots, interesting characters and interesting world. Such good FF to begin playing the series. It is a must play for RPGs genres.

This is my second full playthrough, my fiancé decided she wanted to play the game on her Switch, so I decided to play mine on PC! Right after I got out of Midgar I decided to mod the game using some graphic overhauls and the Echo S7 voice acting mod. This was life changing! This game by itself it already a masterpiece IMO, but with voice acting and nicer graphics I was so blown away! Absolutely buy this game, even if it's your first FF as it was mine, although I'd still recommend installing 7th Heaven the Mod manager because the mods actually fix the controls and you can speed up gameplay and Auto attack which makes grinding 100x easier! By the end of my 30 hour playthrough my whole team was around Level 68 with their ultimate weapons and Level 4 Limit Breaks! Sharing this moment with my fiancé has been unforgettable!

Amazing JRPG that holds up to this day. Play this for the real story of FF7 not that multiverse nonsense.

This is my favourite FF game of the franchise and people need to play it! But honestly, the Steam Port is really upsetting. I tried making it playable for 2 days. Controllers weren't adapting to my standards (Xbox and PS), I even own a Razer Tartarus which was plenty to make FFX enjoyable on my PC without a controller I also tried resorting to the albeit very faithful and noble looking modding community to make this playable, and it just wasn't doing it for me I have since decided to buy the Port for Nintendo Switch and goodness, not only is it fully... actually.. playable in every way, it has very quick and user friendly toggles such X3 Speed and Max Limit/stats; really seamless integrations that make playing this game more accessible for newbies and veterans alike, that are also importantly easily removed at the touch of the joycons I tried Square Enix's online account for their 'Character Booster' for playing on PC. Not only was it frustrating finding the account settings (it kept sending me to trying to buy it on PC AGAIN and throwing me out of my Square Enix account), but the Character Booster is a permanent feature to the save. This isn't the most satisfying when you are trying to balance things like combat and game experience; having that control does mean a lot honestly. It's upsetting to mark one of my most cherished games of all time a down vote. But for a game that deserves its praises in spades, it also deserves a better usability polish on PC. Please play it/return to it, just look into the Nintendo Switch Port if you don't have access to playing it on the original PlayStation

One of the most iconic games from my childhood. The steam version corrects some of the translation errors, and it's based off the Eidos PC port. Overall, a classic that everyone should play once.

FF7 is in The Hall Of Fame of Video Games. [That should be a thing] It deserves the respect and love is gets even today. It set the bar for the games of today. Give it a try.

Playtime incorrect, owned every version since the PC release in the giant box.

Final Fantasy VII was my first real RPG growing up, and it’s the game that made me fall in love with the genre. Even all these years later, it still holds a special place in my heart—and I find myself going back to it often. The story is unforgettable, with emotional twists, unforgettable characters, and a world that feels massive and alive. Cloud, Tifa, Aerith, and the rest of the cast left a huge impact on me, and the game’s themes still resonate today. Sure, it’s a product of its time in some ways, but with the help of mods, the experience can be refreshed and even enhanced. From visual upgrades to quality-of-life tweaks, mods help bring out the best in a game that’s already legendary. Final Fantasy VII isn’t just one of the greatest RPGs of all time—it’s my RPG. And no matter how many games I play, it will always be the one I come back to.

Got the OG as the remaster wasn't on Xbox. Now the remaster is coming to Xbox I don't regret buying this game a single bit. It just makes me even more hyped for the remaster now!

4 hours in on Steam and it is running great and I even like the update to the models where they now have mouths. Have at least 500 hours playing this over 25+ years. Great story, the turn based gameplay is some of my favorite of all time and there is plenty to do once the game opens up.

Yo! Play this before you play the remake because you will be disappointed story wise and the chain of events. #MakeSephiroththeGOATBoogeymanAgain P.S The PlayStation One version of the game is better.

It took me a bit less than 30 hours of gameplay (plus a several-year-long break) to reach what I thought was the climax of the story. Then I saw the popup saying that I got an achievement for completing Part I.

Phenomenal game, only issue I've dealt with is it likes to stop/lag for a few minutes and I'm not sure why.

This is a really rough port, especially depending on your controller. A few hours in and I've had a couple of crashes and straight-up unresponsive controller inputs in certain sections. When it came out in 2013 it might have been a solid port, but there's other and better ways to play this game now.

Final Fantasy 7 remains one if not THE best Final Fantasy game every made. Great story, amazing gameplay, wonderful side-quests and mini-games. There is a reason this is getting a full-on remake.

That's definitely one of the best games in history. It was worth every hour spent on it. You should not be scared of the graphics, just go for 7th Heaven and mod it without hesitation. The mods are great and preserve the original game and experience. I took decades to play it, but don't regret playing it now as an adult and with more maturity. I am close to 100% and took a bit more than 70h, it needs some guides as the game is full of surprises. Together with Chrono Trigger one of the best J RPGs, play it without hesitation.

This game harkens back to a simpler age when games had love in every stitch instead of cheap Shinra dollars holding them together. Holds up to this day.

Fantastic storyline and one of the best rpgs!!A must have game !

If you can't wait for the sequel to the hit video game Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, do yourself a favor and play this instead. It's all three parts of Nomura's "trilogy" in one game, because it was released during a time when full price actually carried the expectation of a complete experience. It's also much cheaper and won't require you to suffer the humiliation of being only person you know who actually owns a PS5. Plus, maybe the testosterone from playing an actually GOOD video game will replace enough of the soy in your blood to let you stand up to your wife's boyfriend.

game frequently freezes. Windows program no longer responding. gives option to wait, close program or find a solution. nothing works thus far. have reinstalled the game several times, checked for updates and also tried mods.

In no way shape or form is this game playable for me. Unless clicking the play button is the publishers sick game. (The game wont launch) (time played was several years ago)

Install 7th heaven and some mods through there... Add full voice acting, updated FMV and backgrounds as well as updated character models.

the story is so good that eventually i stopped caring that everyone looked like a playmobil

After extensively playing FF7 Remake and Rebirth for the last 8 months, I had to see what this OG 1997 classic had to offer. It did not disappoint. Obliviously. There is a certain nostalgia and charm that FF7 captures that is so addicting. I can't explain it, but this series has me hooked like I've never been to any game series before. As a 22 M, fresh out of college, I had ample time to immerse myself in the game. Even with the grinding and gold saucer minigames and chocobo breeding and optional side quests, even minute is worth it. Please, before you leave this world and join the lifestream.....play this game. It is truly a piece of art that all gamers should experience. Now on to play Chrono Trigger lol.

very much holds up. so much fun to play through. I'm glad remake inspired me to come back and play the original

At the time of posting this review, I still have a little bit of the game left. I'm currently [spoiler]getting all the Huge Materia and I'm in Rocket Town[/spoiler]. This game has a pretty good story (but it's not anything crazy-good), but the gameplay is annoying and frustrating. The materia system is awful. Not because it's an awful concept, but because it requires you to CONSTANTLY be moving them around in the menu. You can never just set materia and forget about it, because the story will constantly force you into different party setups, meaning that you have to exchange every single piece of materia you have equipped. Every. Single. Time. It's such an awful feeling to have more than half of the game just be navigating the fucking menus and re-equipping everything that you already had equipped, but on different characters that you haven't been using until the game FORCES them into your party. And this happens SO MANY TIMES. I'm sure that this was an amazing game for the time period it released in the late 90s, and maybe into the early 2000s, but I can't help but feel that anybody in the modern day who claims this is one of the best RPGs of all time still is just straight up delusional or too CLOUDed by childhood nostalgia to see clearly. The only redeeming factor it has is that Sephiroth is cool, and Tifa is hot or something. That's about it. It's not the worst game I've played. It's not even the worst Final Fantasy I've played (That reward goes to FF2 or FF3, probably FF3.) but I just really don't think I can actually recommend this. I can only hope that the remake is better when I finally get around to playing them in 2030. TL;DR: I don't really like this game, and I think Final Fantasy X is FAR better. Like, it's not even CLOSE. Go play Final Fantasy X. Better gameplay, better story, better graphics since it's not a PS1 game, better in literally every way. edit: if you dont [spoiler]GUESS the correct code for the final huge materia correctly[/spoiler] you PERMANENTLY miss a materia. Fucking stupid as shit design.

i know ive only played for 25 minutes, but those 25 minutes were not enjoyable. this game was not like what other players said it was: "amazing". and its not the graphics that i dont like, its the battle system. i do not reccomend this game. 3/10