FF7 Rebirth DLC Will Only Come If Fans Request It

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth PC Version: Director's Insights on Mods and Potential DLC

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth director Naoki Hamaguchi recently shared insights into the game's PC version, addressing player interest in mods and the possibility of future DLC. Read on for details.

No Immediate DLC Plans, but Player Demand Could Change That

While the development team initially considered adding episodic DLC to the PC release, resource constraints led them to prioritize completing the final game in the trilogy. Hamaguchi stated that adding new content is not currently planned, but he's receptive to player feedback: "If we receive strong requests from players after the release regarding certain matters, we would like to consider them." Essentially, significant player demand could lead to future DLC.

A Message to the Modding Community: Creativity Welcomed, but Keep it Clean

Hamaguchi extended a message to the modding community, acknowledging the inevitable influx of user-created content. While official mod support isn't included, he expressed respect for player creativity, requesting that mods remain appropriate and avoid offensive or inappropriate content.

The potential for mods to enhance the game is significant, with possibilities ranging from improved textures to entirely new gameplay features. However, Hamaguchi's request for responsible modding reflects the need to maintain a positive player experience.

PC Version Enhancements and Challenges

The PC version boasts graphical improvements, including enhanced lighting and higher-resolution textures, addressing criticisms of the PS5 version's lighting engine. More powerful hardware allows for superior 3D models and textures beyond the PS5's capabilities. However, adapting the game's mini-games for PC proved challenging, requiring significant work on key configuration settings.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth launches on Steam and the Epic Games Store on January 23, 2025. The game originally released for PS5 on February 9, 2024, to widespread critical acclaim.