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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation’s director may not get a physical release, despite director’s wishes
Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy director Naoki Hamaguchi has said Square Enix has not yet decided whether the third and final instalment, Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, will get a true physical disc release. Speaking to GamesRadar+ at the Final Fantasy 14 Berlin Fan Fest, he explained that internal discussions on the game's product line-up are still ongoing, leaving the format uncertain despite the previous two entries both shipping with physical discs. The uncertainty matters to fans and collectors, particularly as the games industry continues shifting towards digital-only releases.
Hamaguchi said he personally wants a physical edition and is working to arrange one, citing the value of physical media for things like autograph signings at fan events. He noted the industry trend towards code-in-a-box releases rather than true discs, though he believes some physical format will persist, whether as boot discs, key cards similar to Nintendo's approach, or code-only boxes. Remake and Rebirth both received genuine disc releases, including a three-disc PS5 bundle, but Hamaguchi stopped short of confirming Revelation would follow suit, saying fans will need to await further announcements. Separately, Sony has said it plans to end new physical disc production in 2028.
In short
- Revelation's physical release is still undecided, director says
- Hamaguchi personally wants a disc edition but can't confirm it yet
- Previous two Remake trilogy games both got true physical disc releases
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The case for
A genuine disc release would preserve choice for players who value collecting, lending, resale, offline access and a tangible record of the trilogy. The first two games had physical editions, and the director says he wants one, so continuing that support could respect established fan expectations and give fans something meaningful to bring to events.
The case against
Square Enix may reasonably weigh the costs and risks of manufacturing, shipping and stocking discs against uncertain demand, especially as the industry shifts towards digital sales. Digital distribution can make purchasing and updates simpler, while a code-in-a-box or another limited physical format could serve some collectors without committing to a full disc run.
Explained simply
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will be the third and final instalment in a trilogy of remakes of a hugely popular video game from the 1990s, published by Square Enix. The first two games in this remake series were released on physical discs, which remains important to many players and collectors.
Physical video game releases are becoming less common as the industry shifts towards digital-only downloads. For some fans and collectors, owning a physical copy holds special value, whether for collecting purposes or for tangible memorabilia that can be signed at events.
The format for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation remains unconfirmed, with the publisher still deciding whether to follow its predecessors with a genuine disc release or adopt other physical formats. This uncertainty reflects broader industry changes, as gaming companies prepare for a potential future with fewer physical media options.