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Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 2 is on its way “as soon as possible,” if director Tetsuya Nomura has anything to do with it.
Interesting bits from a 15 page interview on FF7R that's released in tomorrow's Famitsu:
-The next installment is already in full development
-They couldn't go further with the Madam M massage scene otherwise ratings would go up
-Roche was supposed to have a battle in Ch. 14 pic.twitter.com/UbQ8xQpYq4— ☆オードリーAudrey☆ (@aitaikimochi) July 21, 2020
Development on the second installment started in November 2019, even though the first part of the game was set to launch five months into the future. Its release was shaken by the coronavirus crisis, with Square Enix delaying by five weeks and staggering global shipments to compensate for freightage restrictions. Nevertheless, the game was met with a warm reception for its upgraded visuals and mechanics, while keeping the core feel and experience of the original 1997 release.
Now, in the latest issue of Famitsu, the team has shed a little light on its intentions for Part 2. “We know that everyone wants the next instalment quickly,” said Nomura in the interview. “We would also like to deliver it as soon as possible. Since we were also able to see the line of quality from the first instalment, we hope to make the next instalment even better in quality that can make for an even better experience.”
Previously, the director had stated that he hoped Part 1 would “expand your expectations just like the world that extends beyond Midgar.” Once more, it appears that he has grand designs for Part 2. “We would like to get it out as soon as possible, so please wait for it. I think we can clearly convey the direction when we officially announce the next instalment,” he concluded. It’s tough to tell what is meant by “as soon as possible,” because there are a multitude of factors that affect development times.
However, it’s important to remain patient and remember that these are teams of real people with real responsibilities. It is hoped that Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 2 developers avoid crunch, and it’ll be ready when it’s ready.
Final Fantasy VII Remake is out now for PlayStation 4, and will come to new platforms in the future.
