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What changed in FINAL FANTASY VII in 2026

9 updates · 2 main milestones · Jan 29, 2026 to Feb 24, 2026

  1. 5 events
    Battle Enhancement Modenew content

    Recover HP/MP during battles and max out the Limit gauge.

    Steam
    Save Data Compatibility Informationquality of life

    Save data will not be compatible between the two versions; 2013 Edition saves will only work with the 2013 Edition.

    Steam
    Autosave Feature for 2013 Edition Ownersnew content

    All players who own the 2013 Edition can access the new version at no additional cost.

    Steam
    3× Speed Modenew content

    Play through the game at up to three times the speed in battles, travel, and select events.

    Steam
    Ability to Turn Off Battle Encountersnew content

    Activate this option to turn off random encounters, while still needing to complete story event battles.

    Steam
  2. 4 events
    Access for Existing Owners to New Versionquality of life

    Existing owners of the 2013 Edition will have access to the new version at no additional cost.

    Steam
    Incompatibility of Save Data Between Versionsgameplay

    Save data will not be compatible between the two versions; 2013 Edition saves will only work with the 2013 Edition.

    Steam
    FINAL FANTASY VII – 2013 Edition Unavailable for PurchasestoreMilestone

    The current version will no longer be available for purchase on the Steam Store after the new version launches.

    Steam
    New Version of FINAL FANTASY VII on Steamdlc releaseMilestone

    A new version of FINAL FANTASY VII will be released on Steam, renaming the current version to FINAL FANTASY VII – 2013 Edition.

    Steam