Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has finally made its way to PC after a long wait. Originally launched on the PS5, it was hailed as one of the best games of last year. Given that Square Enix’s last PC port, Final Fantasy XVI, left fans a bit disappointed, everyone was holding their breath to see how Final Fantasy VII Rebirth would perform on PC. And honestly, the port has blown past every expectation I had when it comes to technical quality and performance.
Right off the bat, it includes all the modern PC features you’d hope for, like DLSS, FSR, and other upscaling options. There’s also a wide range of graphical settings to tweak, letting you fine-tune the experience to your liking. The PC version even improves on the PS5 release in areas like lighting and texture streaming, on top of the expected upgrades in performance. It’s also impressively scalable, running well on both low-end and high-end systems. While I didn’t spend much time testing it on the Steam Deck, videos I’ve seen show it’s playable there too—though, naturally, the experience isn’t quite as smooth as on a full PC or PS5.
The PC version of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth comes loaded with a bunch of great features. While some of these updates have been added to the PS5 version over time, it’s still a treat to have them ready to go on PC right from the start. The most notable improvements are quality-of-life changes, like the ability to fast-forward through cutscenes or a beginner-friendly difficulty mode for newcomers. The game also feels like a step up from its predecessor, especially in terms of technical performance. It supports higher frame rates, up to 120 FPS, and handles shader compilation during startup, which means fewer stutters during gameplay. This was a big issue in Final Fantasy VII Remake, so it’s great to see it fixed in the sequel.
With this PC port, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has become the best way to experience this highly praised JRPG. Not only does it deliver all the hallmarks of a well-made PC port, but it also runs smoothly on a wide variety of hardware. In my case, I tested it on a laptop with an RTX 4070 GPU and was able to play with most settings maxed out without any major problems. The frame rate stayed solid, especially with frame generation and upscaling options enabled. While the PS5 Pro improved the blurry image quality of the original release, the PC version goes even further, offering better resolution and sharper textures. I was also glad to see less pop-in during exploration, which was a noticeable issue on the PS5.
The PC version of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth isn’t without its flaws, but they’re relatively minor. I noticed a few visual quirks here and there, like missing foliage in certain areas and occasional stutters during camera movement. That said, it’s a huge step up from Final Fantasy VII Remake, which had more technical problems and felt less polished on PC. The same goes for Final Fantasy XVI, which, while mostly stable, struggled with performance and didn’t scale well on lower-end hardware.
Now, what about the game itself? We’ve already covered it in detail in our PS5 review, so you can check that out for a deeper dive. But to sum it up, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is arguably the ultimate Final Fantasy experience, setting a new standard for the genre. Even though it’s part of a trilogy and ties into Final Fantasy VII Remake, the story is easy to follow even if you haven’t played the previous games. The main characters are iconic, with decades of fan love behind them, and the expanded content gives them even more room to shine. I personally loved this fresh take on the Final Fantasy VII story—it feels more engaging than a straight, by-the-book remake. The gameplay is fantastic too, blending action and turn-based combat in a way that feels like the best of both worlds.
All in all, I’d highly recommend the PC port of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth to anyone looking for a top-tier JRPG. If you were let down by the PC version of Final Fantasy VII Remake, this sequel fixes almost every issue. Beyond the technical polish, it’s also a massive adventure that will keep you hooked for hours. Completing everything the game has to offer can take well over 100 hours, but if you focus on the main story, you can finish it in about half that time. Either way, it’s an unforgettable journey.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Game Information
- Price: $69.99
- Publisher: Square Enix
- Developer: Square Enix
- Platform: PC (Reviewed)
- Disclaimer: A review code was given by the publisher
