Reckless Abandon
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Yeah that's what I was thinking. If they stretch this more than 3, maybe 4 episodes it will grind my gears. I do want to play it, though, so will probably deal with whatever.
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(Rumor) VGLeaks: Final Fantasy VII Remake releasing in 2017 and coming to PC in 2018
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Yeah that's what I was thinking. If they stretch this more than 3, maybe 4 episodes it will grind my gears. I do want to play it, though, so will probably deal with whatever.
TheJollyCorner
Member
Well... the PSX FF games (FFVII, VIII, and IX) had outsourcing assistance through each of their development. As far as I remember, much of the pre-rendered backgrounds (and I think even overworld development) were outsourced in order to cut down development time.
I think people are looking at the outsourcing by CC2 as something far heavier than it really is. Make no mistake, S-E is still putting their in-house muscle behind this remake. CC2 is doing a lot of heavy lifting, but VII:RE, as far as I know, isn't going to be 'a CyberConnect2 game' like, say, Silent Hill Homecoming was 'a Double Helix game'.
Rumor makes no sense.
SE likes to heavily stagger their ports/remasters, XIII Collection is believable but they won't rush it out. XV PC is likely, but again, they space things out.
That anniversary collection would not be cheap. And would not be on Vita. Don't believe it at all.
VIIR in 2017? Another company, I would say yes. They were probably originally targeting 2017. But I don't see them making it.
Seems like nonsense to get fans thirsty.
SE likes to heavily stagger their ports/remasters, XIII Collection is believable but they won't rush it out. XV PC is likely, but again, they space things out.
That anniversary collection would not be cheap. And would not be on Vita. Don't believe it at all.
VIIR in 2017? Another company, I would say yes. They were probably originally targeting 2017. But I don't see them making it.
Seems like nonsense to get fans thirsty.
Moon Presence
Member
Don't balee these rumours. Specially the collection, it's complete bs.
I expect to see 8 and 9 on the PSN, a XIII collection(meh) and with a lot of luck(based U4) the FF7-I.
I expect to see 8 and 9 on the PSN, a XIII collection(meh) and with a lot of luck(based U4) the FF7-I.
TheJollyCorner
Member
Is this the current narrative by people that don't like XV? That it's a 'mess'?
I'm 27 hours in (doing a lot of side stuff) and it's absolutely fantastic thus far. It has exceeded my expectations.
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Or is it just one of Phil's balls in my throat?
FFXIII-2 and Lightning Returns will carry over well because all cut-scenes in those games are in-engine outside the intro and outro CGIs.
But FFXIII had just about every cutscene has a video file, so that might not turn out too hot .. and if they use the PC version as the base, it'll be pretty bad video quality wise.
Looks completely plausible to me!
I forgot that FF7R is episodic...
I forgot that FF7R is episodic...
I don't think it's even anecdotal that most people disagree with this statement. Personally speaking however, it's the best FF I've played since 10.
privitsan02
Member
Didn't vgleaks get Spider-Man right?
Oh yeah I do expect VIII and IX on PS4 at some point. IX for mobile and PC isn't just going to stay there. IX didn't seem to do too well on Steam.
But again SE takes it slow and steady with how they (re)release FF titles. Surprised WoFF and XV were so close, although I guess delays flipped the order.
But again SE takes it slow and steady with how they (re)release FF titles. Surprised WoFF and XV were so close, although I guess delays flipped the order.
Ishida isn't wrong, but for the record, a lot of that sentiment stems from aspects further into the game.
That is, if the game is open world at all. I fear it may be menu-based exploration.
TheJollyCorner
Member
I mean.... would that even work considering the games are developed on two completely different engines? For example, XV is Luminous, while VII:RE is Unreal 4?
Then I guess this conversation (at least with me involved) will TO BE CONTINUED, as I'm only in Chapter 6.
I honestly think that's what most everyone is expecting. Although, it is not just a reskin, seeing as it is using a different engine and all. But yeah.
FantasticMrSnake
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Blackleg-sanji1
Banned
Ew they can keep it
They didn't leak the Sam story themselves (Jaffameister did), VGLeaks just reported on it.
Not saying I believe this report, just correcting.
The Cartographer
Member
XIII trilogy next year is possible but VII Remake?
I just can't see it happening.
Edit: VII Remake EP1 I meant.
I just can't see it happening.
Edit: VII Remake EP1 I meant.
AuthenticM
Member
Wow, I actually read that but my mind registered the poster as being Aeana.
Oh well.
What's your basis for that, out of curiosity?
Then I guess this conversation (at least with me involved) will TO BE CONTINUED, as I'm only in Chapter 6.
Haha, yes.
dickroach
Member
that's my opinion. dunno about anyone else. its a short (for an FF) super linear game with a poorly thought out story that has 40 hours of optional fetch quests
TheJollyCorner
Member
YoRHa No.2 Type B
Banned
Still. I don't see that as a problem. 1-6 is all 2D which doesn't take much space plus 7,8 and 9. All those 9 games are still less GB than maybe FFX alone.
SilverArrow20XX
Walks in the Light of the Crystal
Yeah. I dream of a classic collection with actual consistency. I don't want PSP versions of I+II, DS version of III+IV and shitty mobile versions of V+VI. Ideally, they'd remake III, V, and VI to match the style of the PSP remakes so we can have definitive 2D versions of the classics. Options to toggle graphics modes like Halo Anniversary would be awesome but I wouldn't expect it.
I doubt this collection is real anyway. I would more expect multiple collections for each era, all charging full price. Maybe a special edition that bundles all 3 for more than triple the price.
AuthenticM
Member
I wish the PSP remake of IV had the gameplay of the DS remake.
As a piece of history, I like the original FFIV a lot and the PSP remake is a great remake in that regard.
... But I also think I prefer the 3D graphics, redone soundtrack, and extra gameplay and quests of the DS game too.
TGO
Hype Train conductor. Works harder than it steams.
I second this, reminds me of FFVIII which is a good thing as I rate that the highest, even the magic reminds me of draw points
kinda disappointing that you start with the whole party and no one else joins.
Would be nice to have other characters like Luna join and more Summons
yurinka
Member
I don't believe this rumor, sounds like a fan wishlist.
2017 sounds too early for FFVII remake episode one, but I think it's possible we can get a demo for E3/Gamescom/TGS/PSX during 2017.
Regarding the collection, it's a gazillion games on it. I'm pretty sure they would sell them separatly, or maybe in bundles with 3 games each.
2017 sounds too early for FFVII remake episode one, but I think it's possible we can get a demo for E3/Gamescom/TGS/PSX during 2017.
Regarding the collection, it's a gazillion games on it. I'm pretty sure they would sell them separatly, or maybe in bundles with 3 games each.
This year... as in 2016?
Yes. Yes, I'd say you are the only one that can see that.
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.AuthenticM
Member
What do you like about the polygonal graphics of the DS game?
They aren't. FF8 alone is 1.8gb on PSN. FF9 is 1.5 and FF7 is 1.3. FFX is around 3.3gb on the Vita. Vita carts are only 4gb and out of that only 3.4gb is usable.
Nah. Most are really positive about it. There are a few out there with negative opinions but SE did a pretty good job with XV.
AlexFlame116
Member
I actually really like the redone script in the DS version. Was sad when I found out that the PSP version uses the GBA script.
DarkLordMalik
Member
The game being a 'mess'? Far from it.
The story being a 'mess'? Yes. This is why the spoilers thread is overly negative compared to the OT.
Was Jenova ever fought in Midgar? I haven't played VII in nearly a decade, so I don't remember.
MillionStabs
Banned
That anniversary Collection sounds like something I would have an erotic dream about. Especially that Vita part
Nope.
JENOVA Birth: Cargo Ship
JENOVA Life: City of the Ancients
JENOVA Death: Whirlwind Maze
JENOVA Synthesis: Northern Crater
DarkLordMalik
Member
Yes, you are the only one.
2017 won't happen for Remake Part 1. They have barely showed anything from the game aside from the introduction with rushed up gameplay, that likely won't even be in the final game.
Hmm. Unless there was a cut JENOVA battle, I don't think they should be adding new fights to such a story-centric boss. I mean, are we even certain we're getting all of the enemies from the original game like that house robot?
Perhaps they can use Before Crisis and Crisis Core to help expand Midgar with scenarios featuring the characters that appeared in those games but not VII? I think that would flow better, as Midgar is focused more upon Shinra and thus the Turks.
Hmm. Unless there was a cut JENOVA battle, I don't think they should be adding new fights to such a story-centric boss. I mean, are we even certain we're getting all of the enemies from the original game like that house robot?
Perhaps they can use Before Crisis and Crisis Core to help expand Midgar with scenarios featuring the characters that appeared in those games but not VII? I think that would flow better, as Midgar is focused more upon Shinra and thus the Turks.
I want so hard to play before crisis =(
ASilentProtagonist
Member
An Anniversary collection would be a day 1, especially with trophies. No way in hell that FFVI Episode 1 will come next year, I even doubt 2018.
I mean, are we even certain we're getting all of the enemies from the original game like that house robot?
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I think we'll see Cissnei, for example, but I'm not sure there's a better way to expand Midgar short of simply expanding the plot there. The alternative is to open considerable chunks of the city up but keep the critical path as short as it is in the original game... and to be honest, if FFVII-R Episode I is indeed just Midgar, that's what I'd anticipate. A great deal of optional content and a critical path that's a few hours in length.
For the record, while I agree that thematically it's a terrific stopping point, I don't agree (at least not without further details) that it's where Episode I ought to end. I'm not a big fan of padding Midgar that much and I don't entirely trust the team to try adding more "relevant" content instead (or have much luck with it if they did). I'd prefer the following approach:
Episode I:
Open region #1: Midgar
Open region #2: The eastern continent
Expand upon Junon and especially the cargo ship level to feel like a suitably high-quality narrative stopping point.
Episode II:
Open region #1: The central continent
Open region #2: The western continent
Integrate Wutai into the critical path. The Tiny Bronco can auto-sail across the sea to the western continent on command, but players are given full control of it through the central continent's expanded river routes and of course the buggy as the Regalia 2.0. Conclude with a relatively linear opening stretch for the northern continent which can be expanded into a full-scale open region for the third game. City of the Ancients as final dungeon.
Episode III:
Open region #1: The northern continent
Open world: everything, via airship
By this point, the groundwork has been laid for quite a bit of the game's world space, and when OG "Disc 2" kicks into its second half story-wise, players can traverse the entire planet because Nomura's team has spent a very, very long time getting it right and making Unreal Engine play along with their madness. The sole exception here is that Midgar would be reduced to a linear path. Critical path ends where the original game ended.
I would not be surprised to help market FFVIIR that they release a remake of Before Crisis for mobile. If XV got two tie-in games, I'm sure VIIR will have some too, and they already have a base for one.