Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Tops U.S. Sales Charts Following Steam Launch
The PC release of the former PS5 exclusive achieved strong sales, highlighting Square Enix's shift away from platform exclusivity.
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth became the best-selling game in the U.S. for the week ending January 25, 2025, following its Steam release.
- The Final Fantasy VII Remake & Rebirth Twin Pack also performed well, ranking as the third best-selling title during the same period.
- Industry analysts noted the success of the PC port, with some suggesting that console exclusivity is becoming less viable for third-party publishers.
- Square Enix has indicated a broader strategy to release games on multiple platforms, moving away from exclusive deals to maximize reach and revenue.
- The success of Rebirth on PC has sparked speculation about whether the final installment of the remake trilogy could see a simultaneous release across platforms.