Fans are wondering if Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will get a PS4 release date or if it’ll be a PS5 exclusive. The first game in the trilogy, FF7 Remake, debuted on the PS4, so some were hoping Rebirth would also make it to Sony’s last-gen console.
Will Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth come out on PS4, or is it PS5-only?
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will not be available on the PS4. The news may come as a disappointment to fans who are yet to upgrade. This decision by Square Enix isn’t unprecedented. Remember Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade, which included the Intermission DLC? That, too, was a current-gen exclusive, released solely for the PS5 (and later PC), skipping the PS4 entirely. This strategy highlights a deliberate shift towards utilizing the advanced hardware capabilities of the new generation console.
The exclusive release of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on PS5 follows the same path, capitalizing on the console’s superior technical capabilities to deliver a more immersive and graphically intense experience. This move may upset some PS4 owners, but it’s a clear sign of the industry’s direction, focusing on the power and potential of next-gen gaming.
In the face of this news, if you’re still operating with a PS4 and are a fan of the franchise, it might be time to think about upgrading. Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth joins a growing list of PS5 exclusives that showcase the full capabilities of the console, leaving the previous generation behind.
Fortunately, PS5s are finally in stock worldwide, so unavailability isn’t a factor in upgrading to the new console. Additionally, the third game in the FF7 remake trilogy will almost definitely be a PS5 exclusive, so it makes sense for fans to upgrade as soon as possible. However, if you’re not interested in the PS5, Rebirth will likely release on PC six months to a year after launch. So, if you’re patient, you can pick it up on Steam or Epic Games Store then.
