Final Fantasy VII
1997 • Square
9.6/10Sony
RPG
Cloud Strife's epic journey to save the planet from Sephiroth in this groundbreaking 3D RPG.
Gameplay
Turn-based RPG with 3D graphics, materia system for customization, and cinematic storytelling.
Historical Context
Developed by Square as their first 3D Final Fantasy, moving from Nintendo to PlayStation for the storage capacity.
Fun Facts
- • First Final Fantasy game to use 3D graphics
- • Sephiroth became one of gaming's most iconic villains
- • Featured full motion video cutscenes
Cultural Impact
Brought JRPGs to mainstream western audiences and established many modern RPG conventions.
Review
Final Fantasy VII revolutionized JRPGs with stunning 3D graphics, epic storytelling, and memorable characters that resonated with players worldwide.