As the gaming industry continues moving toward digital distribution, Final Fantasy VII Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi has expressed his support for preserving physical games.
Speaking during Final Fantasy XIV Fan Fest in Berlin, Hamaguchi revealed that Square Enix is discussing the product lineup for Final Fantasy VII Revelation. While a physical release has not been officially confirmed, the director is working to ensure that fans receive some form of physical edition.
In brief:
- Square Enix is discussing physical release options for Final Fantasy VII Revelation.
- Hamaguchi is working to make some kind of physical edition possible.
- The director believes physical games remain an important part of gaming culture.
- No final edition details or platform formats have been announced.
Hamaguchi explained that Square Enix is still holding internal discussions about the exact SKU and edition lineup planned for Final Fantasy VII Revelation.
Because those discussions are ongoing, he could not provide any definitive details. However, Hamaguchi confirmed that he is making arrangements that could allow the final chapter of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy to receive a physical release.
The final format may depend on the platform. Storage limitations, disc capacity, and rules established by different platform holders will all influence what Square Enix can offer.
Although Hamaguchi acknowledged that the industry is gradually shifting from physical games toward downloads, his personal attachment to physical media remains strong.
At community events, fans often bring game cases, collector’s items and other physical products for developers to sign. Hamaguchi believes those interactions represent an important part of the relationship between players and the people who create their favorite games.
“I think it’s a wonderful culture and it would be a shame to lose that,” Hamaguchi said.
He also suggested that packaged releases could continue existing even if download codes eventually become the standard method of accessing games.
As of writing, fans should not treat Hamaguchi’s comments as confirmation of a traditional disc release. Square Enix has yet to announce the official Final Fantasy VII Revelation editions or explain how physical versions would work across different platforms.
Still, Hamaguchi’s involvement provides some hope for collectors who want the trilogy’s final chapter sitting alongside physical copies of Final Fantasy VII Remake and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.
