Version 1.020, a new update for FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH that includes fixes for a number of bugs and improvements to various game functions and stability for the new RPG, is now available on PS5, Square Enix has announced. Two of the bigger additions include improvements to graphics quality, as well as the addition of a “sharp” or “soft” option for adjusting the look of visuals in the game’s Performance Mode.
Patch notes:
- Fixes to missing or incorrect characters in some parts of the game text.
- Fixes to player character bugs that occur in field areas under certain conditions.
- Fixes to Red XIII’s abilities “Supernal Fervor” and “Watcher’s Spirit” in battle, as these were easily cancelled.
- Fixes to bugs occurring in battle under specific conditions that would cause enemies to freeze.
- Fixes to bugs triggered by specific conditions that affect progress through quests.
- Improvements to frame rate and overall game stability.
- Addition of a “sharp” or “soft” option for graphical output in Performance Mode.
- Improvements to graphical quality.
- Reflected reversed camera controls while controlling a gliding sky chocobo.
- Reflected reversed camera controls in the sharpshooting minigame.
- Emphasised the path along the climbable vines in the Mythril Mine.
- Added difficulty selection to the customisation screen of the minigames Fort Condor and Gears and Gambits.
Early graphics comparisons from some YouTubers:
Naoki Hamaguchi, FFVII REBIRTH director, mentioned earlier this month:
- “We’ve received a lot of feedback on whether the graphics in the Performance Mode will be improved or not.”
- “We hear you, and we are currently working on an update patch to improve that aspect. I don’t think the release date would be far away from now.”
- “We have heard from players that in certain situations, the facial lighting makes some character shadows look very scary. So that’s one part of the update that we are working on.”
Square Enix on FFVII REBIRTH:
In FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, players take on the role of mercenary Cloud Strife and his comrades as they pursue legendary swordsman Sephiroth, a haunting figure from Cloud’s past bent on ruling the planet, across a vast and vibrant world rife with danger, adventure, joy and uncertainty. These unlikely heroes, including beloved, iconic characters Tifa, Barret, Aerith and Red XIII, join forces with new companions like the spirited ninja operative Yuffie and the wisecracking, feline-shaped robot Cait Sith. FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH delivers an unforgettable experience to players filled with unexpected twists, memorable characters and jaw-dropping set pieces that longtime fans and newcomers can both enjoy.