FF7 Rebirth DLC Will Only Come If Fans Request It

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth PC Version: Modding, DLC, and Enhancements

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth's director, Naoki Hamaguchi, recently shed light on the PC version's features, addressing player interest in potential DLC and the modding community. The game launches January 23rd, 2025 on Steam and the Epic Games Store.

No Immediate DLC Plans, but Open to Requests

While the development team initially considered adding episodic DLC to the PC release, resource constraints prioritized completing the final installment of the Remake trilogy. However, Hamaguchi stated that significant player demand for specific content after release could influence their decision. Essentially, the future of DLC hinges on player feedback.

A Plea to the Modding Community

Though the game lacks official mod support, Hamaguchi acknowledged the inevitable interest from modders. He extended a request for responsible and appropriate modifications, urging the community to refrain from creating or distributing offensive content.

The potential of mods to enhance the game, adding new features, improved textures, and even creating entirely new experiences, is well understood. However, the director rightly highlighted the need to maintain a respectful and appropriate modding environment.

PC Version Improvements and Challenges

The PC version boasts graphical improvements over the PS5 release, including enhanced lighting and texture resolutions, addressing previous concerns about the "uncanny valley" effect on character faces. Higher-end systems will see the greatest benefit from these upgrades.

Porting the mini-games presented a significant challenge, requiring extensive work to ensure proper key configuration and functionality across different PC setups.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the second part of the Remake trilogy, initially launched on PS5 on February 9th, 2024, to widespread acclaim. The PC version promises an enhanced experience for players eager to explore this critically-lauded title.