In the meantime, planned in-game events will continue until October 6th. Square Enix has also said that it plans to delete all of the personal and account information it has from its players once the end-of-service process has been completed. Players residing in Taiwan will also be eligible for refunds on unused in-game currency. More details about these refunds will be revealed on the game’s official website at a later date.

Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis was originally released on Android and iOS in September 2023 and on PC in December 2023. The title was meant to be a way for players to experience iconic moments from the original release of Final Fantasy 7 and its prequel spin-off, Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7, in a new visual style.

“We understand that this news may be disappointing, and we sincerely apologize for the abrupt nature of this announcement,” wrote Square Enix as part of its announcement. “Since the launch of the App Store and Google Play versions on September 7, 2023, and the Steam version on December 6, 2023, we have worked to provide the best possible experience for our players. After careful consideration, however, we have determined that it will be difficult to continue doing so and have made the decision to end service.”

When it first came out, Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis saw quite a bit of success, with Square Enix confirming that the title had been downloaded 7 million times before even coming out on PC. At the time, it decided to reward players for their interest in the game by giving out a thousand Blue Crystals.

In terms of gameplay, Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis featured a fast-paced command-based combat system based on the Active Time Battle system from the original Final Fantasy 7. Players could make use of classic elements, including unique abilities, Materia, summons, and Limit Breaks.

In the meantime, Square Enix is working on wrapping up its Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy with the release of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation in Spring 2027. The title is being developed for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2, and director Naoki Hamaguchi has confirmed that the story will involve characters and events from the original Final Fantasy 7 as well as elements from the title’s various spin-offs.

“Well, at this time it’s best not to say whether Cissnei will appear or not, but there is one thing I can tell you,” explained Hamaguchi in response to a question about whether Cissnei would be showing up again after her last appearance in Rebirth. “This Final Fantasy 7 Remake series is not simply a recreation of the original work, but rather, our goal is to create a single, new Final Fantasy 7 that incorporates the settings and concepts of all the previous spin-off titles, such as Advent Children, Dirge of Cerberus, and Crisis Core. Therefore, the appearance of Cissnei and the inclusion of Dirge of Cerberus Soldiers in the DLC, all have that meaning.”

Now, the company has announced an official release date for the game. Taking to Twitter, Square Enix revealed that Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis will launch for PC via Steam on December 7. The game has been available to wishlist on the platform since last week, and as previously confirmed, new players hopping into the game on PC will get several in-game bonuses, including 3,000 Blue Crystals, a Guaranteed Draw Ticket for a five-star weapon, 30 Draw Tickets, a Gear Voucher, and more.

Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis is currently available on iOS and Android. As of earlier this month, it had topped 7 million downloads worldwide.

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As a free-to-play turn-based RPG, Ever Crisis incorporates content from multiple titles in the series, from the original game and Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 to the defunct battle royale title The First Soldier. There’s also some brand-new content, including a new story centered on Sephiroth.

There are also gacha mechanics, with players able to roll for different versions of characters and higher-rarity weapons. Newcomers on PC can obtain 3,000 Blue Crystals, a Guaranteed Draw Ticket for a five-star weapon, 30 Draw Tickets, a Gear Voucher, two Jumpstart Item Sets, two five-star Zweihander and one five-star Apology in Hell.

You can redeem these in-game from the Gift Box once the game goes live. New players on iOS and Android will get the same rewards, but since they’re the same as the pre-registration goodies on mobile, existing players won’t get them. Stay tuned for more details on the PC version’s release date in the coming days.

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As a free-to-play turn-based RPG with gacha elements, Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis adapts all titles and media from the series into an episodic format. It currently follows Final Fantasy 7 (with some content from the Remake), Final Fantasy 7: The First Soldier and Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7.

There are daily quests, Summon Quests, Dungeons, co-op battles, limited-time events, the Battle Tower and Story Quests, like how Cloud traveled to Midgar and Aerith’s relationship with her mother. You can also send Chocobos out on expeditions for items. The next chapter is in development with a release date and time to be announced, so stay tuned.

Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis is playable on iOS and Android. It’s confirmed for PC with cross-play supported, though there’s no release window.

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Taking to Twitter via the game’s official account, Square Enix recently announced that Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis will be coming to PC, via Steam. A PC version of the title has entered development, and the company confirms it will also support cross-progression with the mobile versions. A release date for the PC release hasn’t yet been confirmed, however.

Whether that means we’ll eventually also be seeing Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis on consoles remains to be seen, though clearly, the game’s initial success has encouraged Square Enix to try and expand its audience.

Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis is available on iOS and Android.

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It’s a strong start for the mobile title, which essentially “reimagines” the Final Fantasy 7 saga as a free-to-play title while adding gacha elements. The art style during exploration is reminiscent of the older titles but with sharp new visuals. You can also assemble parties of different characters and variants, with combat utilizing the Active Time Battle system.

In addition to Before Crisis, Advent Children, Crisis Core Reunion and Dirge of Cerberus, the mobile title includes an original storyline with Sephiroth. It’s after Final Fantasy 7: The First Soldier (which has shut down) and leads into Crisis Core. Time will tell if Ever Crisis has long-term appeal, so stay tuned for more updates.

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Taking to Twitter, Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis will launch for Android and iOS on September 7. Pre-registrations for the game are now open on the App Store and the Google Play Store respectively.

Square Enix has also said that though reception for the game’s recent closed beta test was largely positive (with most players giving it a rating of 4-5 stars), it will also be looking to address criticisms such as the UI and progression before the final release.

Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis will encompass and retell key stories from the original Final Fantasy 7 and Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 in an episodic format, in addition to including new, never-before-seen content, like an episode telling the story of a young Sephiroth.

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Ever Crisis is noteworthy for featuring a retro-esque aesthetic while exploring areas and Final Fantasy 7 Remake-style models and environments during turn-based battles. You can play solo or in co-op, and “dream teams” comprised of characters from across the saga are also possible.

The trailer also showcases some expected content, Dailies and Enhancement Quests to the Battle Tower and Dungeons. You can also use Summons like Ifrit to even the odds. The end sees Sephiroth confronting Glenn, who seems to be a new character (dressed like an Organization XIII member, for some reason). So there’s that.

Stay tuned for more details and updates on Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis as the closed beta gets underway.

Several familiar scenes from past games are shown, such as Zack taking on Ifrit in Crisis Core and the boss battle against Airbuster in the original Final Fantasy 7, and, of course, the Chocobo Farm. Meanwhile, several characters are shown in locations where you wouldn’t expect to see them- like Aerith inside of a Mako Reactor. Square Enix has previously confirmed that the game will allow players to make up “dream teams” with characters from throughout the FF7 games in various story chapters. Check out the trailer below.

Square Enix has also confirmed that the mobile RPG’s closed beta has been delayed. Previously scheduled for sometime in 2022, it has now been pushed back to summer 2023.

Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis is in development for iOS and Android.

The closed beta test will be limited to specific regions and platforms so we’ll need to wait for more details. In the meantime, the gameplay is shaping up well with famous Limit Breaks like Cloud’s Cross Slash and Tifa’s Somersault showcased. Interestingly, along with some unique weapons (which may be from the gacha system), characters can also don unique outfits.

It’s unknown whether these are unlocked by playing or paying so stay tuned. In other news, Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade arrives on Steam today after being exclusive to the Epic Games Store for six months. Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion, an HD remaster of Crisis Core, is coming to previous and current-gen platforms this Winter. Most importantly, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will release in Winter 2023 for PS5 and continue the remake saga.