Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Countdown to Release

The Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth countdown to release is officially on as fans await the next chapter in Cloud Strife's journey.

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, the sequel to Final Fantasy 7 Remake, is finally launching on PlayStation 5 after years of anticipation. The last time players saw Cloud and his friends, the group decided to pursue Sephiroth, a dangerous mission that will take them outside of Midgar. Joined by Aerith, Barret, Tifa, and Red XIII, Cloud is ready to travel across the planet to finally beat the ultimate antagonist. Along the way, players will encounter new environments, deadly creatures, and much more.

So, how much longer do fans have to wait to reunite with their favorite characters?

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Countdown to Release

The Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth countdown to release is ticking down until the game launches on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024. Those who pre-ordered and pre-loaded Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will be able to hop right into the action at 12 a.m. ET.

At the time of writing, fans only have to wait less than three days for the release of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. If you have not already, you can download the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth demo for free from the PlayStation store to get a preview of what is to come.

How Long is Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth? Answered

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is about 40 hours long. Game director, Naoki Hamaguchi, told Game Informer that players who simply stick to the game's main story will beat Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth in 40 hours. However, the full game includes over 100 hours worth of content and extra quests, so be prepared to spend your March in the new regions outside of Midgar, including Junon.

Do You Need to Play FF7 Remake Before Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth?

No, technically you do not have to play Final Fantasy 7 Remake before Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. The new release is a sequel, though, so you will want to catch up with everything you missed in Final Fantasy 7 Remake before diving into Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Check out the story so far explained here.