Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy director Naoki Hamaguchi shares his vision for the iconic series’ long-term legacy and its future.
According to the developers, the massive project was originally conceived not just as a nostalgic remake of the original 1997 game for loyal fans, but as a bridge between generations.
Hamaguchi emphasized during the recent “From Reunion to Resolution” panel at PAX West 2026 that the team’s main goal is to bring the timeless emotional experience of the original to modern industry standards so that the game continues to resonate with new players 20 or 30 years later.
By integrating elements throughout the compilation, including advent children and accompanying spin-offs), Square Enix is purposefully pivoting to final fantasy 7 Become an independent, evolving intellectual property.
