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Final Fantasy VII Remake Adds Streamlined Progression Across Platforms on January 22

The optional assists aim to let time‑pressed players focus on the story by reducing grind, simplifying combat.

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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is getting a huge new update to celebrate its Switch 2 debut, and it basically adds god mode
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Overview

  • Square Enix says PS5 and PC will receive a same‑day patch on January 22 as the Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S versions launch with the features included.
  • Streamlined Progression offers granular toggles such as constant max HP/MP, always‑full Limit and ATB gauges, 9,999 damage per hit, 2x EXP and 3x AP, and options for max items, gil, and materia levels.
  • Director Naoki Hamaguchi frames the update as a way to tailor playstyles so players can access the narrative more smoothly without mandatory grinding.
  • A free demo on Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S supports save carryover and unlocks bonus items like Revival Earrings and a Survival Set, with VGC noting a limited-time offer of the original Final Fantasy VII for digital buyers through January 31.
  • GameSpot reports the Switch 2 build requires about 90GB of storage, while Siliconera notes the PS4 release will not get this patch, and Square Enix has confirmed the full remake trilogy for PS5, PC, Xbox Series X/S, and Switch 2.