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Advent Children Director Wants To Redo FFVII

Posted by Zonk on from the that'd-be-shiny dept.

1up.com has an interview with director Tetsuya Nomura, one of the men behind Advent Children and Kingdom Hearts. In it, he talks about several aspects of Square-Enixs' gaming library, and admits he'd like to expand the PS3 tech demo into a full revamp of Final Fantasy VII. From the article: "The PS3 tech demo was actually not the perfect forum that he wanted to have. It was just timing that we had to submit something in time for E3, for the press conference. So, again, it was not perfect forum. And the 7 remake idea was always, always in conversation, just because it's so popular. And then just because of that tech demo here in the PS3 conference, that probably based more expectations of fans, obviously."

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  1. Fanboy Outrage by xgamer04 · · Score: 2, Interesting

    Ya know, I'd love for Square to redo VII and just kill all the sacred cows that fanboys have about the game (and the series). I guess it's the asshole in me, as I've never played through the whole game (I probably should someday). I just think it's put on such a pedastal as the "ultimate RPG" (console style, anyway) and I don't know if it really deserves it.

    PS: I'm not trolling here, these are just my off-the-cuff thoughts. Don't take this comment seriously, it's not meant to be a critique of FF/Square/gaming/fanboys/etc.

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    1. Re:Fanboy Outrage by Redlof · · Score: 3, Funny

      Ya know, I'd love for Square to redo VII and just kill all the sacred cows that fanboys have about the game (and the series). It worked for George Lucas.

    2. Re:Fanboy Outrage by Haeleth · · Score: 4, Funny

      Maybe they could put the fabled "Aeris resurrection quest" back in...

      ...and then have her die again ten minutes later. I'd pay good money to hear the fanboys scream!

  2. Redo FF VI instead by Stormwatch · · Score: 2, Insightful

    Final Fantasy VI was the best of the series.

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  3. Killer App for PS3 by Laven · · Score: 4, Insightful

    Even with the reported high cost of the PS3, if they do an excellent job on a FF7 remake using the full capabilities of the new hardware then that alone would be enough reason for me to buy PS3.

  4. Re:FF 8 by rgonsalves · · Score: 2, Interesting

    FF8 was considered by many to be the low point of the series.

    I'm not trying to sell you on anything but 7 was an outstanding game (although not my favorite) and it would make a new generation of gamers able to see that with a remake.

    The fact that FF7 was the first game of the series that was 3D was a double edged sword. It was awesome at the time but now it is very difficult to back to.

  5. This is not a good sign.... by ShamusYoung · · Score: 4, Insightful
    FF has been known as this series that never keeps anything. Every game is a whole new world with new rules and new wonders. They didn't make sequals, they started over every time. (Aside from keeping a few basic game mechanics) It was a series of constant innovation and invention.

    I think it's sad that the thing is deteriorating to the point where all they do is put out re-hashed versions of the old stories. FFX2 was a joke. Now they want to simply re-make FFVII.

    The goal shouldn't be to re-make FFVII. It should be to go out and make something even better.

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    1. Re:This is not a good sign.... by Seumas · · Score: 2, Funny

      by ShamusYoung (528944)

      You spelled your name wrong. :D

    2. Re:This is not a good sign.... by Prophet+of+Nixon · · Score: 2, Interesting

      Get Skies of Arcadia, if you've got a Dreamcast or Gamecube (I assume its a faithful port). Its just about the best RPG ever made. Grandia 2 is pretty good too (DC and PS2), and lately I've been playing Stella Deus (PS2), which is more of a turn based combat-oriented game with a loose plot (so far, maybe it gets better) to hold it together. The combat is good though, and the graphics are wonderful (old style hand-drawn look). If you like turn based tactical games, I would really recommend Gladius (PS2 and Xbox), its quite good, has nifty 'swing meters' on moves to make combat performance a bit more interactive, and can be played with multiple players (controlling different party members).

    3. Re:This is not a good sign.... by Naikrovek · · Score: 3, Insightful

      the main problem with the final fantasy series in my opinion is all the crappy minigames they make you drag yourself through to get somewhere.

      I don't *want* to play blitzball.
      I don't *want* to hit 7 buttons in a specific order in 2 seconds to unlock a one-use powerful strike that i've already earned by taking several beatings.
      I don't *want* to be playing cards.
      etc.

      I *want* to play FF7 again on newer hardware with better graphics, because its the only one I've played that ever did anything right.

  6. Re:Expand on the storyline, don't remake it by davidhedbor · · Score: 2, Insightful

    Actually I think that Sid Meier's remake of Pirates! both makas a good game and brings back the old vibes and good fun of the original version.It also improves on some of the worst aspects of the original game such as land combat.

  7. Not in this decade... by AcheronHades · · Score: 4, Insightful
    When I first read this interview I admit I was a bit excited. But seriously think about what he is saying:

    • We think a remake of FF7 would be cool.
    • We are not currently working on a remake
    • If we do a remake it really ought to be directed by Nomura
    • "Nomura-san has so many other projects lined up already in the future schedule, so it's almost impossible to think about that [a FF7 remake] and squeeze that in."

    He is saying it would be cool, but it's not something that's going to happen any time soon.
  8. Honestly... by 8086ed · · Score: 2, Interesting

    I'd pay $100 for a revamped version of FFVII, and I'm sure I'm not the only one. I've spent hundreds of hours on the game, and would most certianly do it all again.

    1. Re:Honestly... by badasscat · · Score: 2, Insightful

      I'd pay $100 for a revamped version of FFVII, and I'm sure I'm not the only one.

      Yep, me too, provided it was like one of those crazy Japanese SE's. I'd pay $50 for a regular version, easy. And I never pay that for games anymore.

      If someone doesn't like FF7, that's great for you. What the hell do you want from the rest of us? Save your money and stay home, who cares? A lot of people do want an FF7 remake and have been hoping to hell Square would make one ever since they started teasing us about it around 5 years ago. This has been something they've been talking about ever since the launch of the PS2.

      My prediction is they're already working on it, and now they're really just teasing us. I think it'll happen, though; I think Sony wants it to happen and will finance it if necessary. It will sell PS3's just like the original sold PS1's.

      But if you don't understand the appeal, I mean whatever. Good for you, I guess. There's a reason it's news whenever this is talked about, though. People do care.

  9. Advent Children by focitrixilous+P · · Score: 3, Interesting
    I just saw the fansub of Advent Children last night, and I had my proveribal socks rocked off. It puts the Matrix to shame in cool fights and chase scenes. Cloud riding his motorcycle in a slide while blocking bullets with his sword looks pretty great. I haven't even played FF7, and I was impressed.

    So yeah, I recommend the fansub entirely. I'll assume you all know how to find a copy.

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  10. Re:Geez... by Parham · · Score: 2, Interesting

    I'm hoping (praying!) that they release it on PC like they did with the original. I was ecstatic when they did it with the original because I couldn't afford to buy the console just for the game.

  11. If this happens... by illumina+us · · Score: 3, Funny

    ...I'll be forced to buy a PS3

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  12. Re:FF 8 by Trepalium · · Score: 3, Interesting
    Most console RPGs are basically interactive stories. Some people prefer to be told a story and others prefer to tell the story themselves. It's very difficult for someone who's a fan of one form to understand the appeal of the other. Final Fantasy and most other console RPGs set you on a specific storyline that you must follow to progress. The game will set you on a rail, and tell you an epic story. Morrowind, NWN and most computer RPGs allow you the freedom to build your own story. The game puts you into the world, and you can follow whatever the bread crumb trail of story that come your way.

    Personally, I enjoy both types, but I enjoy the console RPGs a little more. If you played FF expecting it to be Morrowind, you'd be disappointed.

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  13. Yum by Taulin · · Score: 2, Interesting

    I just hope they explain what the 'weapons' were. I will definatly buy it since I loaned it to a friend before reading it (hope you are reading this Glenn), and never got to finish it.

  14. Re:FF 8 by Negatyfus · · Score: 2, Interesting

    My opinion on this. I've only played FF7 and FF9 to some extend, and yes, compared to other RPG's the gameplay is sort of superficial. What's impressive about Square's games is the way they draw you into the game world through the world design and character development. Of course, that's all very subjective, but it seems that most people have grown deep attachments to the different characters in these games. It is sort of addictive, playing to see what will happen next. The stats and monster killing is just icing on the cake.

    This is why I personally like FF9 better, because I liked the world and the characters better.

  15. Re:Just...why not? by MMaestro · · Score: 2, Insightful
    There is not a single reason to not remake FF7

    Because with the exceptions of the old school FF games (Pre-FFVII), theres no reason TO remake FF7. The graphics are relatively still acceptable, the materia system wasn't the best (W-Summon + Knights of the Round + Mimic = Waste of time), and its MASSIVE compared to the older FF games (3 CDs compared to old NES and SNES cartridges!).

    Give the game another 5 years or so and chances are SE will -seriously- consider it. Until then, I'm waiting for SE to remake Secret of Mana!