Square Enix tells a smaller, more personal Final Fantasy 7 tale and marries it with a smart mashup of action and RPG gameplay to deliver a must-play experience.
@@johnnybadass1328 I wouldn't bother addressing the fanboys, since announcement they've been setting the game to fail. At this point they are only background noise to me. The game is out, people I trust loved it, reviewers like it, only the fanboys are complaining and they are pissed other people enjoy things they can't enjoy.
Yeah okay mate 😂. The actual game is like 20 hours and it's been artificially padded out to include 14 hours worth of linear corridor fighting akin to FFXIII and fetch quests akin to FFXV (both were slated because of these reasons). Square may not have rushed this game, but they definitely haven't done the best job they could have with this at all, a game that should have been an easy 9/10 is a meager 7/10 with players. The reviewer has missed a ton of negatives in the review leading me to question whether he even played it or not.
@@XBezerkerX Jebus. You are criticizing someone who has a review copy for being inaccurate when you haven't played the game. Either you are a troll, a hate bandwagon jumper, or so self-unaware that its sad.
@@rawrharhar I've completed the game. Go and live in denial somewhere else you moron. Have you been living under a rock? A lot of us have had the game since last week.
@@thekjkjkjkjkjkj Okay mate sure this game is perfection. They made Sephiroth a time traveler and he exists in 2 different timelines at the same time, that's why he's in Midgar. But keep talking about that perfection whilst they butcher this story you ape.
It's not. A review is supposed to point out flaws, this was an advertisement. FF7 have drawn out filler chapters like 11 and 17, it is by no means a 10.
I still have a hard time believing this is actually happening. No one I know can comprehend how important this is to me. I have friends in the grave, who gave their lives for this country, that I would have vast conversations about this remake and how it would work. This Friday is going to be insanely surreal for me.
man i feel the same, i have noone to talk about this game in the way i would like to. this story and soundtrack has been a part of my life for so many years.. how lucky i have to be to be alive in this moment, how many young people is dying and there is maybe many ff7 fanboys like me and they will never experience this moment of playing a remake
@@ilovelctr i'm half way through the game, and so far i'd say this is the biggest load of bullshit i've read from multiple reviewers. the side quests are such a small part of the game and they fit well with the pacing of the game. After you've done some crazy shit, it's nice to cool down with some simple side missions, and it doesn't feel like padding at all. everyone who has said that is overblowing it. this game has been a total page turner for the first 20 hours
@@buggiemara4902 Well, the pips only rate them lower just because they hate the side missions. Thats the only thing they complain. But to be honest, if you hate side missions then skip it. You can finish the game without it anyway.. But its your loss if you do.
I have seen long time fans adore the game as well. This remake will torn apart fans of both sides, the ones that will love it and the ones that will hate it. Going to be a fun time watching people needlessly fight over the game.
@Tamer Ciftci Have seen some myself like that. End of the day, people will either find joy or distaste. Just like any other game. I only played the OG FF7 last year. I have no attachment to the experience. Just find it fun to watch reviews.
Original fans will ask for refund because the game is neither a remake nor a reboot, it's a Reimagination of the original game and Square Enix is selling it as being a "Remake"!
Well damn if I wasn’t sold before, this guys passion and endearment has definitely made this a must play. Even though I’ve already pre-ordered the game, I’m looking forward to it even more now.
Such a comprehensively written and honestly heartfelt review! Gotta give it to gamespot and Tamoor. This review shows how he understands the essence of the game and cares for its legacy.
Agreed!! Not like the other reviewers out there who keep dragging the game down just because there are tons of side missions. I'm not naming anyone... Lol
Unknown Name well said dude while the ign reviewer played the game just to complete it and launch the review, this guy took his time and enjoy but most importantly explore the game, go deep in the story and characters, GREAT REVIEW
Yeah. I gave IGN RUclips channel a chance for redemption twice. I finally gave up and outright blocked them. I understand they are just trying to make a living and all, but ugh... GameSpot is far from perfect, but it's the pieces like this that keeps me subbed.
I agree . I listened to Ign review and I’m like they are so focused on minor issues and they don’t see how well made this game is . I’ve had it since Saturday and it’s by far one of the best games I ever played . I was on the fence because I wasn’t a fan of kingdom hearts 3 but ff7 remake is their golden achievement
@Matthew M That was my thought at first. But I gave it a shot. It is 100% worth every penny. It's not just a tutorial section, which you would know if you'd actually watched the review. It brings the world to life. It's a full-fledged game inspired by the old tutorial section of the original. And a good 40+ hours for an RPG is pretty damned solid. Actually learning about the characters you're allied with - especially side characters like Biggs, Wedge, and Jessie- adds so much to the FFVII universe. Getting an apartment and staying in Section 7 down the road from Seventh Heaven, meeting the people in Midgar, helping them, and actually seeing the consequences- good or bad- of your actions is something none of us could have imagined until now. Borrow it from a friend, get it on PlayStation Now if it's there, or buy it, but do give it a playthrough. It's not just a tutorial. Seriously, you have no idea what is in store for you. I already can't wait for the next release.
Totally agree with you in this one Gamespot, just finished the game, took the time to see and experience everything, 60 best hours of my life, a complete MASTERPIECE 10/10. As a person who loved the original back when I was a kid, I can say that I couldn't be more happy to have lived this.
@Tamer Ciftci " They could have easily put in more of the story from ff7" don't know if this is true, outside of midgar is an open world, the only way to expand the main story is to build that open world and that can not be achieve easily as you said
@Tamer Ciftci of course I'm a fan, of course I understand you don't get to play 100 hours, battle supper boss like 7 8 or 9 or 10, but to be able for the first time play as I was imagined back then, those moments still there even better and I appreciate it.
In 97 this game introduced alot of new comers to final fantasy and jrpg's now in 2020 its getting the same reaction. I was 10 when I first played this game now Im 33 and more excited then my younger self hahaha
Gaming Menace hey I'm 33 too! And I got this game in September 97. Had no idea what I was getting myself into and how it would make me a life long gamer.
I waited until I completed the game before watching any reviews. This review, with all the care put into it, that closing line, and all the feelings that I got throughout the game it made me live again, DEFINITELY made me drop a tear or two...
so you are ok with defeating GOD OF DESTINY AND DEFEATING SEPHIROTH IN MIDGAR? :D how the f they nailed it? you payed 60 euro for 1/10 of the game which butchered story and characters. he was payed to lie like 9/10 game reviewers since 2010
My word Tamoor, your closing statement is what I felt and explained to my son as I sat in awe watching the demo’s intro sequence. I told him what has been created here is what I visualized as I played through the original game. I just need to finish Persona 5 then tackle this.
This was a fantastic review, one that came from the heart. It was beautifully worded and easy to see this has come from a true fan of the series, which to me, is always better than a newcomer. This is because the game means something to the reviewer, as it does to fans of the series, and you can truly see how the game is seen through the eyes of somebody who appreciates it. 10/10 review!
I played the OG version of the game, but I haven't played the remake. After watching the 10/10 review I have to play it. It warms my heart good to see a review that's well though out and well put together. It makes the anticipation of playing the game that much more exciting to look forward too. VERY WELL DONE!!!
This isn't the original game. 90% of this is a great game, maybe a little too much filler, but great. But that last 10% is some Kingdom Hearts bullshit that even KH fans are saying was too much.
@@jasonscottsego7311 There is no such thing as to much filler in FF7. That's like saying Mario games have to many stages. Fans of both understand. This is one one the greatest videogame stories ever there will never be enough.
@@jasonscottsego7311 It'll be impossible to know how the changes will play out and if those changes will be a positive or negative thing. I am definitely skeptical, but also open-minded
so you are ok with defeating GOD OF DESTINY AND DEFEATING SEPHIROTH IN MIDGAR? :D how the f they nailed it? you payed 60 euro for 1/10 of the game which butchered story and characters.
What amazed me was the fact that when I lost a battle I always learned a little more about strategy without feeling like I was stuck in a rut. I knew I could try something new and get a better result next time. A rare thing in rpgs
Jason Small i waited 23 years I finally own it and everything he says In this review is correct . Amazing job I didn’t think they could pull it off but they did
@@sweettooth7625 if what he says is correct perhaps you can explain how the story isn't diminished by the remake literally working against the story of the OG.
I’m glad to finally come across a reviewer who appreciates the side missions for what they are meant to be, instead of bashing them and treating them as a burden like so many others have. Very well done.
Right. The only complaints other reviewers had were "texture pop" and "some of the early side mission are common jrpg tropes." Well, Its a jrpg. It was like they felt they needed to nitpick it to not sound like gushing fans and felt like they couldn't give it a 10 without sounding like "fan boys." My friend and I were saying that would happen last year. But, a mix or 8s, 9s, and 10s is basically how FF always goes. However, Regardless of the scores. The reviews all basically say it is a great game. 👍
I read those comments, and now that I'm playing the game, I honestly don't understand this mentality. The side-missions are fun, and I love being able to explore the slums of Midgar, since it is such a vibrant and colorful place!
yes but we dont forget that capcom did a great work with resident evil 2 remake but sad that resident evil is finished in 7 hours T_T i had more play time in resident evil 2 ... but this remake is from another quality level ... and i really can understand why this game can be released with full content of the original because this game is HUGE !!!! 90gb and 40 - 50 hours of gameplay just for 10 - 15% of the original content ?
now all we need are remakes to dino crisis and parasite eve and ff8 and legend of dragoon remakes and skies of arcadia possibly a return to chrono cross n shadow hearts
The combat in FF7 Remake should be the blueprint for all coming FF games in the future. It truly is the evolution, culmination and perfection for action-oriented strategic rpg combat.
This game getting 10/10 from you guys is a big deal. Thank you for this detailed review. Having finished the game too, I have to agree with most things that was said here.
There’s a reason why FFVII has remained the most popular of the Final Fantasy series. While other entires may have had better gameplay mechanics and arguably better stories, I think FFVII simply has the best cast of characters. Cloud alone is a damn near perfect coming-of-age character. The designs are extremely iconic and haven’t been succeeded since, and the soundtrack is simply masterful.
Strong disagree. Comparing the casts of characters, I'd consider FF7 maybe fifth place in the series. FF12, FF6, FF8, FF9 were all better, and I'd say FFX was just as good in that regard.
@@DragonKnight90001 In the original, leveling to 99 helped but it was the beginning in some ways. Leveling all your Materia, Summons, getting Stat pups through Morph were also ways to power up and if you went all in and took a stat to 255 cap on a level 99 character, capped a materia or summon it was 9999 damage on every hit. You could take down end bosses in one turn.
Picked it up today and playing it now, so far I'm really impressed even with the new scenes that's added in but full on nostalgia hit me when cloud and aerith meet for the first time and her music starts playing 😊
A well made review from a well made game, this is a very honest review that proof the quality over quantity it's always the best way to do a game, other reviewers are expecting the game to be extremely perfect but the point is that a masterpiece always goes beyond perfection.
Thank you for your review. This game truly is what my heart knew this game to be when I was in my pre teen playing the original game in 1997. As the years and decades went by, I always wondered how the world of ff7 could be explored and depicted more than 32 bit era. Oh man I’m old....
This is the first time in my 40 years of life I feel this deeply moved by the ending of a videogame review. This game clearly won your heart, and your review won mine. Congratulations.
I really liked this review. I’ve noticed many FF7R reviews emphasizing the games weaknesses. And it does have them. But I find it odd. What the game does well, it does incredibly well. So much that emphasizing the games flaws as if they are some how comparable to it’s strengths is silly to me. I’ve seen reviews say “a great but flawed game” which makes me think ok, this is a game with strengths and weaknesses that balance. But this is a game with some minor Lows and some major highs. Possibly the greatest soundtrack ever made in a video game. One of the best stories ever told from a JRPG. Amazing graphics and voice acting and story telling. A perfect combat and progression system. The game is an achievement and I hope square does listen to the negative feedback to improve the game for part 2, but I hope everyone who contributed to this games development takes a moment to understand what they have created here. They did the impossible. Remake a classic without utterly enraging it’s cult fan base :), while also making it accessible to newer players and expanding and changing the source.
so you are ok with defeating GOD OF DESTINY AND DEFEATING SEPHIROTH IN MIDGAR? :D how the f they nailed it? you payed 60 euro for 1/10 of the game which butchered story and characters.
Great game, loved the first game back in the day. They nailed it, and yes it has it's flaws like al games do. For me this game and persona 5 royal are the best jrpgs we have on PS4.
so you are ok with defeating GOD OF DESTINY AND DEFEATING SEPHIROTH IN MIDGAR? :D how the f they nailed it? you payed 60 euro for 1/10 of the game which butchered story and characters.
It seems like a solid game and a deserving remake but damn do people seem to be blinding themselves with nostalgia over this. If the original never existed and this was released as a modern one-off game there's no chance it would get a 10/10.
Why cause they gave it an 8? People can have different views lol. Go watch the GTA v review for GameSpot. Criticised the game for being misogynistic lol.
@@sumersandhu77 10 for me in every way rn and I'm on chapter 8. Only problems I can think of is s o m e side quests, maybe camera (honestly, I haven't had any problems with it). It just keeps getting better every moment.
what a great review i've notice that has been made from.the heart ❤, and i think its the first with I'm completely agree 100%, listen gamespot yiu need people like this full of passion that write the reviews and not people like the girl who reviwed red dead redemption 2, full of hate, congratulations
Amazing review....I agree with everything. Im glad the Tamoor mention the camera because that got me a few times during combat. Excellent review nonetheless.
I’m 8 hours in about chapter 4 I’m the same but I have to stop and listen to every conversation do all side quests soak in everything about this world it’s incredible!!
Played it myself. Screw all the haters. The amount of effort and talent that went in this game is mind blowing! I'm pretty sure, that sequel gonna come out pretty quick! It's pretty long in development already!
A true review by a true fan. When I watched the IGN review, I could tell straight away that the reviewer had never played FF7 like I had, over 15 times, hadn't had an imagination beyond the game, didn't spend hours with my like minded friends talking about it. FF7 was never just a game, it was a reality and a dream all in one, it was my escape for when at the time, I was a teenager and needed somewhere to go. FF7 could never get old for me and this remake has delivered what I always imagined it could, with a lot of additional things. Can't wait for the next installments! Can't wait to meet Red XIII, Vincent, Cid and Cait Sith, to fight Sephiroth, to churn exp in the northern crater before fighting weapons and to unleash Bahamut and the KOTR. What a dream come true, again 🥰
Fantastic review, I just wish they released the whole saga in one giant 400/500 hour epic, not chopped up into 40hr chunks released over several years, we waited this long, we could've waited a little longer for the full experience
Then it shouldn't be called a remake. They even said that they didn't want to give the impression of a different arc. They lied to sell copies on nostalgia and however good this game may be, that is wrong.
Mr. Horseshoe wait does it follow the same story though or no? Or did they add extra content in between but still follow the original? Yongyea played the original and I don’t think he mentioned anything about the story being different from the original
@@mrcrazy7865 the story is the same, but fleshed out, for the most part. Brand new elements are added early in the form of whispers. The reveal of what these things are is where the story takes a completely different turn. It's hard to see how the rest of the story can align with the original after this. And given Nomura's record, he doesn't know either.
@@jasonscottsego7311 It was stated in MULTIPLE pre-release interviews that there would be differences. Even the SPECIFIC thing people are upset about was named in pre-release interviews. It was made evidently clear that this wouldn't be a monument to your nostalgia, almost a year prior to release.
@@WarMomPT nope, no it was not. They said repeatedly that they didn't want to add a subtitle because of the implication that the game is different. But if you can show me an interview where they say that Nomura couldn't help himself and added time travel and alternate dimensions, which you claim they've said, then I'll happily admit I was wrong
A beautiful and well done review! I never played the original back on the Playstation 1 but I'm very excited for this remake after hearing so much about this game over the years!! I'm pumped!!!
I can’t wait to get ahold of this new experience. I haven’t gotten far in the original so this game is basically gonna be my first time really playing this game. It’s basically like my generations FF7 so I’m gonna see what you guys have experienced as a child.
I've never been so invested in a story like I have with this game. It is terrifyingly beautiful and im enjoying every moment of it. Its hard to put down.
so you are ok with defeating GOD OF DESTINY AND DEFEATING SEPHIROTH IN MIDGAR? :D how the f they nailed it? you payed 60 euro for 1/10 of the game which butchered story and characters.
That review was so accurate 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 and amazing I loved his analysis while still putting in personal thoughts and opinions that seem valid for someone who always played the original years ago
It ends when sepiroth reveals that hes been time traveling and you figure out that the heartless looking ghost things are trying to keep the threads of fate intact. You remember that from the original right?
Rich Mead Yeah. Not that much into gaming nowadays.. if this was the full ff7 experience then i would have been interested, because the original is my favourite game of all time. Seems like a pretty cool game, but i think i’ll pass.
Marcos Danilo part two is probably a year or two in development already. They said in interviews before they were already working on part two . I’m guessing late 2021 the earliest. That would be about 3-4 years dev time . I’m thinking will span 3 games .
drsw36 I agree. Many of the soundtrack is already made also. plus square has a whole seperate studio that handles cut scenes only . I would imagine the bulk of the work will be making the open world and towns
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That quotable closing thought and the Crystal Theme playing in the background, I review this review 10/10
@Tamer Ciftci go play fortnite then and leave this for us real fans of the og...
@Tamer Ciftci and how does this relate to my review of this guys' review?
@@johnnybadass1328 I wouldn't bother addressing the fanboys, since announcement they've been setting the game to fail. At this point they are only background noise to me. The game is out, people I trust loved it, reviewers like it, only the fanboys are complaining and they are pissed other people enjoy things they can't enjoy.
I review your review of this review 10/10
@Tamer Ciftci why are you people like this? You give it a shit rating when your entitled ass haven't even played it smh. Pathetic.
Great closing line: "It's not the Final Fantasy 7 your mind remembers, it's the one your heart always knew it to be." ❤
Bro hardcore nerdy boys wats Dat even mean it's just a game
@@Paghmani1sher why do people think videogames are different than books or movies? It's the same thing and reason lol
Aaaand that's why it's a 10 out of 10!!!
I agree. It is where I teared up a bit.
um I don't remember the watchman of fate getting in my way every 2 seconds in the OG
that's what a Review looks like when you don't rush It to be the First one to realese it.
Yeah okay mate 😂. The actual game is like 20 hours and it's been artificially padded out to include 14 hours worth of linear corridor fighting akin to FFXIII and fetch quests akin to FFXV (both were slated because of these reasons).
Square may not have rushed this game, but they definitely haven't done the best job they could have with this at all, a game that should have been an easy 9/10 is a meager 7/10 with players.
The reviewer has missed a ton of negatives in the review leading me to question whether he even played it or not.
@@XBezerkerX Jebus. You are criticizing someone who has a review copy for being inaccurate when you haven't played the game. Either you are a troll, a hate bandwagon jumper, or so self-unaware that its sad.
@@rawrharhar I've completed the game. Go and live in denial somewhere else you moron. Have you been living under a rock? A lot of us have had the game since last week.
@@XBezerkerX fuck you you don't know shit about perfection
@@thekjkjkjkjkjkj Okay mate sure this game is perfection. They made Sephiroth a time traveler and he exists in 2 different timelines at the same time, that's why he's in Midgar. But keep talking about that perfection whilst they butcher this story you ape.
This is a really good review template. I don't know how long you've been doing reviews, Tamoor, but I hope you keep doing them.
Agreed
It's not. A review is supposed to point out flaws, this was an advertisement. FF7 have drawn out filler chapters like 11 and 17, it is by no means a 10.
XPopCornX that’s your opinion though
@@xpopcornx1747 watch again, he did point out flaws.
@@xpopcornx1747 None of the chapters were filler, at least not for me. Game’s a 10/10 by me.
I still have a hard time believing this is actually happening. No one I know can comprehend how important this is to me. I have friends in the grave, who gave their lives for this country, that I would have vast conversations about this remake and how it would work. This Friday is going to be insanely surreal for me.
man i feel the same, i have noone to talk about this game in the way i would like to. this story and soundtrack has been a part of my life for so many years.. how lucky i have to be to be alive in this moment, how many young people is dying and there is maybe many ff7 fanboys like me and they will never experience this moment of playing a remake
Billy Wright I feel you man
Enjoy every moment of it Billy 😊
I hope you're ready for the fanfic writing level of an ending
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This is a review. This is light years apart from what IGN tried to do.
"This isn't the Final Fantasy 7 you remember, it's the one your heart always knew it to be" Goddamn man that was a beautiful way to put that.
is it gamespot's way of saying that SE changed ff7's storyline?
Probably the game being padded out with a bunch of uninteresting side quests has some fans miss the original FF7 even more.
@@mizutofu You took the words right out of my mouth 🙂
@@ilovelctr i'm half way through the game, and so far i'd say this is the biggest load of bullshit i've read from multiple reviewers. the side quests are such a small part of the game and they fit well with the pacing of the game. After you've done some crazy shit, it's nice to cool down with some simple side missions, and it doesn't feel like padding at all. everyone who has said that is overblowing it. this game has been a total page turner for the first 20 hours
Definitely improved on the Mechanics from Final Fantasy 15, still like jumping and teleporting though.
This was honestly a very detailed a good review dang
@Tamer Ciftci True. No matter how good the review is, with a lower score, people would call it "badly written."
@@buggiemara4902 Well, the pips only rate them lower just because they hate the side missions. Thats the only thing they complain. But to be honest, if you hate side missions then skip it. You can finish the game without it anyway.. But its your loss if you do.
@@Oriachim-kw8ni im talking about the other reviewers not this one. ;)
I have seen long time fans adore the game as well. This remake will torn apart fans of both sides, the ones that will love it and the ones that will hate it. Going to be a fun time watching people needlessly fight over the game.
@Tamer Ciftci Have seen some myself like that. End of the day, people will either find joy or distaste. Just like any other game. I only played the OG FF7 last year. I have no attachment to the experience. Just find it fun to watch reviews.
Barret: DA-DA-DA-DA, DA DA, DA, DA-DA!
Hahaha.....
When I played demo version, I was shocked of it.
Unknown Name I laughed hard as hell at that. You guys remember when one of you partners would hum that song in 15?
Definitely made me laugh!
Original fans will ask for refund because the game is neither a remake nor a reboot, it's a Reimagination of the original game and Square Enix is selling it as being a "Remake"!
Well damn if I wasn’t sold before, this guys passion and endearment has definitely made this a must play. Even though I’ve already pre-ordered the game, I’m looking forward to it even more now.
I can complete relate with him
RalDu yup, agreed. I am playing it and it has plenty of issues. It’s not a 10 by a long shot
It's utterly scripted, this isn't his opinion.
ZeroHxC07 bs is that why it has 11 perfect scores so far and countless 9/10?
ZeroHxC07 sorry Bustillos believe critics before users any day of the week
Such a comprehensively written and honestly heartfelt review! Gotta give it to gamespot and Tamoor. This review shows how he understands the essence of the game and cares for its legacy.
Agreed!! Not like the other reviewers out there who keep dragging the game down just because there are tons of side missions. I'm not naming anyone... Lol
Other reviewers complaining about side quests in a RPG lol
This man put the entire game into context while IGN just looked at the surface.
Unknown Name well said dude while the ign reviewer played the game just to complete it and launch the review, this guy took his time and enjoy but most importantly explore the game, go deep in the story and characters, GREAT REVIEW
I'm not saying this to be flippant, but who still goes to IGN for anything anymore? I've boycotted those people a long time ago.
Yeah. I gave IGN RUclips channel a chance for redemption twice. I finally gave up and outright blocked them.
I understand they are just trying to make a living and all, but ugh...
GameSpot is far from perfect, but it's the pieces like this that keeps me subbed.
I agree . I listened to Ign review and I’m like they are so focused on minor issues and they don’t see how well made this game is . I’ve had it since Saturday and it’s by far one of the best games I ever played . I was on the fence because I wasn’t a fan of kingdom hearts 3 but ff7 remake is their golden achievement
@@ReiEvangelista because they give your favourite game an amazing score whilst IGN only gave your game a GREAT score🤦♂️
Tam nailed that whole review with a beautiful last sentence. Well done
Yeah man
Only it’s not true. Just wait till you finish it. Check your expectations.
He did nicely but he didn't mention the amazing music which i was waiting for the entire review....
Agree!
@@lemoi08 i haven't played the original game...is the music is new o its the same ?
"This is not the final fantasy your mind remembered, but it is what your heart always knew it to be" well said.
I love that closing remark. And playing through the game now, it's so true.
@@ReadyToRek absolutely agree!
@Matthew M That was my thought at first. But I gave it a shot. It is 100% worth every penny. It's not just a tutorial section, which you would know if you'd actually watched the review. It brings the world to life. It's a full-fledged game inspired by the old tutorial section of the original. And a good 40+ hours for an RPG is pretty damned solid. Actually learning about the characters you're allied with - especially side characters like Biggs, Wedge, and Jessie- adds so much to the FFVII universe. Getting an apartment and staying in Section 7 down the road from Seventh Heaven, meeting the people in Midgar, helping them, and actually seeing the consequences- good or bad- of your actions is something none of us could have imagined until now. Borrow it from a friend, get it on PlayStation Now if it's there, or buy it, but do give it a playthrough. It's not just a tutorial. Seriously, you have no idea what is in store for you. I already can't wait for the next release.
Jon Francis yeah with only cinemetic still worth it
No it’s a game that ruined the original and turned it into some padded filler stuffed game with a nonsense story.
Totally agree with you in this one Gamespot, just finished the game, took the time to see and experience everything, 60 best hours of my life, a complete MASTERPIECE 10/10. As a person who loved the original back when I was a kid, I can say that I couldn't be more happy to have lived this.
This review made me tear up.
same, he understand the game
@Tamer Ciftci " They could have easily put in more of the story from ff7" don't know if this is true, outside of midgar is an open world, the only way to expand the main story is to build that open world and that can not be achieve easily as you said
@Tamer Ciftci of course I'm a fan, of course I understand you don't get to play 100 hours, battle supper boss like 7 8 or 9 or 10, but to be able for the first time play as I was imagined back then, those moments still there even better and I appreciate it.
I’m so glad I wasnt the only one! I have a feeling I’m going to spend a lot of playing this game in tears... such fond memories 😭
@Tamer Ciftci I think you need to chill bro
They give it a 10/10 and there's still a small chunk of fans that dislike the video, lol
rockys201+ Xbox and PC owners...
@@Ghostofenzo true, they ain't getting none of it, lol
@@Ghostofenzo ...and also FFVI fans (I love FFVI BTW joke aside)
Didn't dislike or like, but I'm sure those who disliked actually played the game and saw the BS ending.
@@Iskander67 FFVII fans dislike it very much
Better written than almost every other review out there! (I'm looking at you Scott from WhatCultureGaming)
Scott was so negative about it. I think he went in looking to dislike it.
@@liveultra4325 probably. He does that alot
Ikr?? He seems like such a purist, complained about Anything that wasnt Exactly as the original.
Sad to watch 😬
Scott from WhatCulture is the absolute nadir of Video Game critiques
@@brianollivier lmfao. IKR!
In 97 this game introduced alot of new comers to final fantasy and jrpg's now in 2020 its getting the same reaction. I was 10 when I first played this game now Im 33 and more excited then my younger self hahaha
Gaming Menace same age here haha
Gaming Menace hey I'm 33 too! And I got this game in September 97. Had no idea what I was getting myself into and how it would make me a life long gamer.
Are you me?
wow your a baby id was 18 when it release and got mind in fancoland what gamestop is now
You're going to be in your 70s by the time square actually finishes the game.
I waited until I completed the game before watching any reviews. This review, with all the care put into it, that closing line, and all the feelings that I got throughout the game it made me live again, DEFINITELY made me drop a tear or two...
so you are ok with defeating GOD OF DESTINY AND DEFEATING SEPHIROTH IN MIDGAR? :D
This dude really sold this game! Can't wait to play it.
Yeah
so you are ok with defeating GOD OF DESTINY AND DEFEATING SEPHIROTH IN MIDGAR? :D how the f they nailed it? you payed 60 euro for 1/10 of the game which butchered story and characters. he was payed to lie like 9/10 game reviewers since 2010
This was a beautifully written review. Comprehensive and eloquently delivered. Well done Tamoor and Jean-Luc. I can't wait to see more by you.
I stopped watching GameSpot reviews after they did that BS text pop up thing. Happy to see they're back to creating thorough videos.
My word Tamoor, your closing statement is what I felt and explained to my son as I sat in awe watching the demo’s intro sequence. I told him what has been created here is what I visualized as I played through the original game. I just need to finish Persona 5 then tackle this.
This is by leaps and bounds so far the best review out there. The passion in his voice you can feel and hear it.
I need to start getting my reviews from Gamespot. They seem to dig deeper in their reviews, instead of just stating the obvious mechanics.
Ngl, I burst into tears with that last sentence; "it's not what your mind remembers, it's what your heart always knew it to be"
awe that's beautiful :)
okay cringelord
Imagine crying over a video game review
ya boy waggle taggle depends on how much that video game means to you.
Victor Vaz nah I’m with ya boy. Pretty beta and melodramatic. Get a grip
Inquiring minds want to know:
Is the stairwell banter intact? This is the most important of things!
It is. It's hilarious. I'm glad I took the stairs and not the elevator
Is the stairwell even intact is the real question lol. That's the part I'm most interested to see.
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This was a fantastic review, one that came from the heart. It was beautifully worded and easy to see this has come from a true fan of the series, which to me, is always better than a newcomer. This is because the game means something to the reviewer, as it does to fans of the series, and you can truly see how the game is seen through the eyes of somebody who appreciates it.
10/10 review!
I played the OG version of the game, but I haven't played the remake. After watching the 10/10 review I have to play it. It warms my heart good to see a review that's well though out and well put together. It makes the anticipation of playing the game that much more exciting to look forward too. VERY WELL DONE!!!
A much more detailed review than IGN's. I can't wait to get my hands on this GAME, THIS FRIDAY!!!!!
Whao a perfect score. Everyone says this game is legendary so i guess its time to find out.
Scary Hours I have it and everything he says in this review is spot on . Legendary once again
This isn't the original game. 90% of this is a great game, maybe a little too much filler, but great.
But that last 10% is some Kingdom Hearts bullshit that even KH fans are saying was too much.
@@jasonscottsego7311 There is no such thing as to much filler in FF7. That's like saying Mario games have to many stages. Fans of both understand. This is one one the greatest videogame stories ever there will never be enough.
If he gave it anything less than a 10, the salty weebs would crucify him
@@jasonscottsego7311 It'll be impossible to know how the changes will play out and if those changes will be a positive or negative thing. I am definitely skeptical, but also open-minded
Short review:
It lives up to the hype
03:08 "So even your long range fighter can play a support magician if you want"
Right now kinda thinking I want Barret in white robes.
Bank Alexander 😂😂
One of the best rpgs of the last 5 years absolutely amazing work from the developers
so you are ok with defeating GOD OF DESTINY AND DEFEATING SEPHIROTH IN MIDGAR? :D how the f they nailed it? you payed 60 euro for 1/10 of the game which butchered story and characters.
Agree ❤️
Agreed. Love this game
This is 1 of the best reviews I have seen on the game, it's so nice when a reviewer plays through the whole game!
What amazed me was the fact that when I lost a battle I always learned a little more about strategy without feeling like I was stuck in a rut. I knew I could try something new and get a better result next time. A rare thing in rpgs
what the f you taking about? :DDDD
This review represents exactly how I feel coming back to the series
One of the best reviews I've ever heard or read. The final line alone is marvelous. Thank you
I still can't believe they made it. Some of us have waited 23 years for this.
And we still waiting, its only a fraction of the whole game.
Jason Small i waited 23 years I finally own it and everything he says In this review is correct . Amazing job I didn’t think they could pull it off but they did
@@sweettooth7625 if what he says is correct perhaps you can explain how the story isn't diminished by the remake literally working against the story of the OG.
I am waiting for 2040 version on ps 8 as well
More like 15 or so
I’m glad to finally come across a reviewer who appreciates the side missions for what they are meant to be, instead of bashing them and treating them as a burden like so many others have. Very well done.
Right. The only complaints other reviewers had were "texture pop" and "some of the early side mission are common jrpg tropes." Well, Its a jrpg. It was like they felt they needed to nitpick it to not sound like gushing fans and felt like they couldn't give it a 10 without sounding like "fan boys." My friend and I were saying that would happen last year. But, a mix or 8s, 9s, and 10s is basically how FF always goes. However, Regardless of the scores. The reviews all basically say it is a great game. 👍
I read those comments, and now that I'm playing the game, I honestly don't understand this mentality. The side-missions are fun, and I love being able to explore the slums of Midgar, since it is such a vibrant and colorful place!
@@ericv-music6535 finding 3 "something" again and again and again does sounds like fun if you are m3ntaly ill.
Final fantasy 7 remake in a nutshell: it's more worth than Resident evil 3
yes but we dont forget that capcom did a great work with resident evil 2 remake but sad that resident evil is finished in 7 hours T_T i had more play time in resident evil 2 ...
but this remake is from another quality level ... and i really can understand why this game can be released with full content of the original because this game is HUGE !!!! 90gb and 40 - 50 hours of gameplay just for 10 - 15% of the original content ?
Why not just get both lol. Both great games, no need to compare as the experiences are different.
@@NineTails87 true. It cringes me everytime I see people comparing games that doesnt even belong in the same genre.
@@allxtend4005 in reality re2 is beatible in under an hour and re3 probably more or less the same ff7 all day
now all we need are remakes to dino crisis and parasite eve and ff8 and legend of dragoon remakes and skies of arcadia possibly a return to chrono cross n shadow hearts
The combat in FF7 Remake should be the blueprint for all coming FF games in the future. It truly is the evolution, culmination and perfection for action-oriented strategic rpg combat.
Wooooow what a closing statement !! Perfect with the theme playing in the background
What an inspirational review. I'm so pumped for my Soldier First Class edition to arrive tomorrow!
The reviewer should get a 10/10 for the heartfelt review. Damnnn! Great job to the review guy!
This game getting 10/10 from you guys is a big deal. Thank you for this detailed review. Having finished the game too, I have to agree with most things that was said here.
FINALLY A REVIEW THAT GIVES THIS GAME WHAT IT DESERVES!!!!
Wow it's Uzumaki Khan for real
There’s a reason why FFVII has remained the most popular of the Final Fantasy series. While other entires may have had better gameplay mechanics and arguably better stories, I think FFVII simply has the best cast of characters. Cloud alone is a damn near perfect coming-of-age character. The designs are extremely iconic and haven’t been succeeded since, and the soundtrack is simply masterful.
Strong disagree. Comparing the casts of characters, I'd consider FF7 maybe fifth place in the series. FF12, FF6, FF8, FF9 were all better, and I'd say FFX was just as good in that regard.
@Aaron9 Literally thousands of games have a better story than FF7. That's a ridiculous exaggeration.
@@FFFan3445 I think he meant in regards to the Final Fantasy series...
I leveled all my charcters to the max on the original. By the 2nd disc everyone was level 99. Oh, the memories.
......did it help?
@@DragonKnight90001 In the original, leveling to 99 helped but it was the beginning in some ways. Leveling all your Materia, Summons, getting Stat pups through Morph were also ways to power up and if you went all in and took a stat to 255 cap on a level 99 character, capped a materia or summon it was 9999 damage on every hit. You could take down end bosses in one turn.
OcihEvE damn, never played ff7 it was 97 it came out right? I was only born then
You are so right about the characters. I'm about 5 hours in and I am so attached to all of them so far. I can't put this game down.
When you realize Remake is a SEQUEL!! 🤯
Amazing review! Ending quote from the reviewer really came from a true passion of the game. I felt it, and because of this I will purchase this game.
That last sentence literally gave me goosebumps. Excellent review!
Picked it up today and playing it now, so far I'm really impressed even with the new scenes that's added in but full on nostalgia hit me when cloud and aerith meet for the first time and her music starts playing 😊
A well made review from a well made game, this is a very honest review that proof the quality over quantity it's always the best way to do a game, other reviewers are expecting the game to be extremely perfect but the point is that a masterpiece always goes beyond perfection.
Hes lying tho... so much lying.
I just preordered, I’m so excited for this remake. Such a classic game. The best FF game in my opinion
Thank you for your review. This game truly is what my heart knew this game to be when I was in my pre teen playing the original game in 1997. As the years and decades went by, I always wondered how the world of ff7 could be explored and depicted more than 32 bit era.
Oh man I’m old....
This is the first time in my 40 years of life I feel this deeply moved by the ending of a videogame review. This game clearly won your heart, and your review won mine. Congratulations.
That's why I trust Gamespot whet it comes to Reviews.
MAKE IT FRIDAY ALREADY. I NEED THIS IN MY VEINS!
Justxcaz you already know fam!
YES IMA SEARCH THE WHOLE CITY FOR THE PHYSICAL
Chris Righteous it’s gonna be glorious bro
The game is already out 👍
Years later and this review is still amazing. Can't wait for the sequel REBIRTH in 4 months!
I really liked this review. I’ve noticed many FF7R reviews emphasizing the games weaknesses. And it does have them. But I find it odd. What the game does well, it does incredibly well. So much that emphasizing the games flaws as if they are some how comparable to it’s strengths is silly to me. I’ve seen reviews say “a great but flawed game” which makes me think ok, this is a game with strengths and weaknesses that balance. But this is a game with some minor Lows and some major highs. Possibly the greatest soundtrack ever made in a video game. One of the best stories ever told from a JRPG. Amazing graphics and voice acting and story telling. A perfect combat and progression system. The game is an achievement and I hope square does listen to the negative feedback to improve the game for part 2, but I hope everyone who contributed to this games development takes a moment to understand what they have created here. They did the impossible. Remake a classic without utterly enraging it’s cult fan base :), while also making it accessible to newer players and expanding and changing the source.
And... let's be honest here, most of the game's flaws are very minor.
so you are ok with defeating GOD OF DESTINY AND DEFEATING SEPHIROTH IN MIDGAR? :D how the f they nailed it? you payed 60 euro for 1/10 of the game which butchered story and characters.
Great game, loved the first game back in the day. They nailed it, and yes it has it's flaws like al games do. For me this game and persona 5 royal are the best jrpgs we have on PS4.
I totally agree, my favorite games on the PS4.
so you are ok with defeating GOD OF DESTINY AND DEFEATING SEPHIROTH IN MIDGAR? :D how the f they nailed it? you payed 60 euro for 1/10 of the game which butchered story and characters.
Nintendo can we get that Ocarina of Time remake. A real one.
That would be legendary if it were of similar scope to this
@@devonbittle9651 botw engine and open world. Omg would be epic
oliivi I think I’d cry
without the water temple. or just a simpler modern take on it.
Why remake something that to this day is still a great game and has aged so well.
It seems like a solid game and a deserving remake but damn do people seem to be blinding themselves with nostalgia over this. If the original never existed and this was released as a modern one-off game there's no chance it would get a 10/10.
Great review!! The music you ended the video with 😍😍👌🏻
I'm so pumped to start playing tonight!
This is why Gamespot is better IGN when it comes to reviewing Games.
Agree
Why cause they gave it an 8? People can have different views lol. Go watch the GTA v review for GameSpot. Criticised the game for being misogynistic lol.
@Daryl Dixon btw ff7 is a 9 in my eyes if you haven't gotten it yet go ahead it's a great game
@@sumersandhu77 10 for me in every way rn and I'm on chapter 8. Only problems I can think of is s o m e side quests, maybe camera (honestly, I haven't had any problems with it). It just keeps getting better every moment.
what a great review i've notice that has been made from.the heart ❤, and i think its the first with I'm completely agree 100%, listen gamespot yiu need people like this full of passion that write the reviews and not people like the girl who reviwed red dead redemption 2, full of hate, congratulations
Amazing review....I agree with everything. Im glad the Tamoor mention the camera because that got me a few times during combat. Excellent review nonetheless.
I’m on chapter 14, 45 hours in. My OCD tendencies are getting the better of me I fear.
Jesus Christ!!
I’m 8 hours in about chapter 4 I’m the same but I have to stop and listen to every conversation do all side quests soak in everything about this world it’s incredible!!
Joshua J I ordered with game in the UK. They dispatched early because of the virus, many people got their copies very early.
Haha same here.
I love this game
So far my favourite review. Good job, GameSpot.
Wow what an awesome review!
I'm getting my game tomorrow and I'm hyped asf!!!
So how many parts do you guys think this will end up being in the end?
Played it myself. Screw all the haters. The amount of effort and talent that went in this game is mind blowing! I'm pretty sure, that sequel gonna come out pretty quick! It's pretty long in development already!
Faster Jeff I agree . They made a 💎 part two on ps5 is gonna be insane
Sorry, a door texture didn't load fast enough. 4/10
@@DriveupLife22 dangit
Hatss off one of the best games in this generation
Agree
A true review by a true fan. When I watched the IGN review, I could tell straight away that the reviewer had never played FF7 like I had, over 15 times, hadn't had an imagination beyond the game, didn't spend hours with my like minded friends talking about it. FF7 was never just a game, it was a reality and a dream all in one, it was my escape for when at the time, I was a teenager and needed somewhere to go.
FF7 could never get old for me and this remake has delivered what I always imagined it could, with a lot of additional things.
Can't wait for the next installments! Can't wait to meet Red XIII, Vincent, Cid and Cait Sith, to fight Sephiroth, to churn exp in the northern crater before fighting weapons and to unleash Bahamut and the KOTR.
What a dream come true, again 🥰
Fantastic review, I just wish they released the whole saga in one giant 400/500 hour epic, not chopped up into 40hr chunks released over several years, we waited this long, we could've waited a little longer for the full experience
It wouldn't have been a little longer. This project would have taken so much time with the level of detail and care they gave to it
Good thing we won't have to wait another 10 years
They got the engine and all now
I just hope it's less than 3 years
Yeah I'm a huge FF fan, but I think I will wait to have the whole story in one big package on ps5, I just hope it doesn't strech on till PS6!
I'm glad they're doing something new with the story. If I wanted the same exact game, I would just play the original.
Then it shouldn't be called a remake.
They even said that they didn't want to give the impression of a different arc. They lied to sell copies on nostalgia and however good this game may be, that is wrong.
Mr. Horseshoe wait does it follow the same story though or no? Or did they add extra content in between but still follow the original? Yongyea played the original and I don’t think he mentioned anything about the story being different from the original
@@mrcrazy7865 the story is the same, but fleshed out, for the most part. Brand new elements are added early in the form of whispers.
The reveal of what these things are is where the story takes a completely different turn. It's hard to see how the rest of the story can align with the original after this.
And given Nomura's record, he doesn't know either.
@@jasonscottsego7311 It was stated in MULTIPLE pre-release interviews that there would be differences. Even the SPECIFIC thing people are upset about was named in pre-release interviews.
It was made evidently clear that this wouldn't be a monument to your nostalgia, almost a year prior to release.
@@WarMomPT nope, no it was not.
They said repeatedly that they didn't want to add a subtitle because of the implication that the game is different.
But if you can show me an interview where they say that Nomura couldn't help himself and added time travel and alternate dimensions, which you claim they've said, then I'll happily admit I was wrong
11:11 video. Good number. Good review.
Does ATB fill more rapidly when you issue commands or only when you take control of the characters movement and then issue commands?
Beautiful review Tamoor! Looking forward to play the game, thank you!
Damn I teared up at this review and I’ve never even played a final fantasy game lol
So everyone is perfectly alright with being hustled
Read this review yesterday. Excellent work, Tam. Very well written. Looking forward to this now.
A beautiful and well done review! I never played the original back on the Playstation 1 but I'm very excited for this remake after hearing so much about this game over the years!! I'm pumped!!!
Can't wait to play the game but the only dislike for me is that I'm gonna have to wait who knows how long for the second part
5 years probably
I just hope the next part is released next year and doesn't take another 7 years
I sure hope they've been busy building the huge open world for the last 7 years.
I actually don't mind that they take the time to get things right, RE3 remake is such a disappointment due to its short development schedule.
Thanh Do Huu I thought it was developed alongside RE2 remake since another team worked on RE3.
@@thanhdohuu9473 Because it isn't filled with useless fetch quests like every other bloated JRPG? RE3 isn't even a JRPG
Loved the review. Thank you for putting into words what I felt the entire time I was playing 🥺💖
I can’t wait to get ahold of this new experience. I haven’t gotten far in the original so this game is basically gonna be my first time really playing this game. It’s basically like my generations FF7 so I’m gonna see what you guys have experienced as a child.
Assume direct control? Mass Effect 2 just popped into my head. I don't know why. lol
I've never been so invested in a story like I have with this game. It is terrifyingly beautiful and im enjoying every moment of it. Its hard to put down.
Chapter 18 was insaaaane
so you are ok with defeating GOD OF DESTINY AND DEFEATING SEPHIROTH IN MIDGAR? :D how the f they nailed it? you payed 60 euro for 1/10 of the game which butchered story and characters.
That review was so accurate 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 and amazing I loved his analysis while still putting in personal thoughts and opinions that seem valid for someone who always played the original years ago
That last sentence rugged heart strings alittle amazing review well said
10 out of 10? You done did good, Gamespot, you done did good.
So, this game ends when they exit midgar, right? No world map etc?
It ends when sepiroth reveals that hes been time traveling and you figure out that the heartless looking ghost things are trying to keep the threads of fate intact. You remember that from the original right?
Rich Mead Yeah. Not that much into gaming nowadays.. if this was the full ff7 experience then i would have been interested, because the original is my favourite game of all time. Seems like a pretty cool game, but i think i’ll pass.
@@rickaroo420 well they did that to not fck up the original timeline-game
Good thing they did that
can your save data be carried forward to the next release on the 2nd part?
What I love about this game is that every fight is not cutscene, cutscene, cutscene like I love how you can battle and stroll on through after
I just hope the second part would come in less than 2 years
less than 2 years would mean a rush job. games take time, even in projects that have a base already set.
Marcos Danilo part two is probably a year or two in development already. They said in interviews before they were already working on part two . I’m guessing late 2021 the earliest. That would be about 3-4 years dev time . I’m thinking will span 3 games .
I think 2 years is very realistic since they can reuse a lot of assets for the second part.
drsw36 I agree. Many of the soundtrack is already made also. plus square has a whole seperate studio that handles cut scenes only . I would imagine the bulk of the work will be making the open world and towns
Metal Alien Gaming Vids There won’t be a definition edition. This is not an episodic series like life is strange. These are all full games.