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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Expected to Require Around 200 GB of Storage

Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is expected to require approximately 200GB of storage space upon launch. Director Hamaguchi has discussed the game's size along with DLC plans and specific character details. The massive file size is prompting discussions regarding storage limitations on consoles, specifically the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, as players consider deleting existing titles to accommodate the installation. Early hands-on reports describe the gameplay as resembling the third act of a JRPG, featuring locations such as the Whirlwind Maze.

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  • ✓ Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is expected to require around 200GB of storage.
  • ✓ Director Hamaguchi discussed the game's size and DLC plans.
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Director Hamaguchi confirmed the 200GB size and mentioned upcoming DLC plans.

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  1. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation storage requirements expected to reach 200GB

    Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is expected to require approximately 200GB of storage space upon launch. Director Hamaguchi has discussed the game's size along with DLC plans and specific character details. The massive file size is prompting discussions regarding storage limitations on consoles, specifically the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, as players consider deleting existing titles to accommodate the installation. Early hands-on reports describe the gameplay as resembling the third act of a JRPG, featuring locations such as the Whirlwind Maze.

    Why it matters

    High-fidelity game assets often lead to massive installation sizes that challenge hardware storage capacities. This trend forces users to manage limited SSD space or invest in expansion cards. The scale of this specific title suggests a significant amount of content for its final act.

    What is confirmed

    • Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is expected to require around 200GB of storage.
    • Director Hamaguchi discussed the game's size and DLC plans.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The game features a location called the Whirlwind Maze where Sephiroth awaits.
    • The gameplay resembles the third act of a JRPG.

    What to watch next

    • Official confirmation of the final download size upon release
    • Announcement of specific DLC content and release dates
    • Official hardware compatibility and storage optimization details
    Sources used for this update (7)
    1. Video Games Chronicle — FF7 Revelation director Hamaguchi discusses the game’s 200GB size, DLC plans, and a new Tifa detail
    2. PlayStation.Blog — Final Fantasy VII Revelation hands-on report: Into the Whirlwind Maze where Sephiroth awaits
    3. GameSpot — I Guess I’ll Delete Every PS5 Game I Own To Make Room For FF7 Revelation
    4. IGN — Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Plays Like the Third Act of a JRPG in the Best of Ways
    5. TechPowerUp — Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Expected to Require Around 200 GB of Storage
    6. news.ssbcrack.com — Final Fantasy VII Revelation Expected to Launch with 200GB Download Size
    7. www.techloy.com — FF7 Revelation Could Need 200GB, Putting Xbox Storage to the Test
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