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Final Fantasy VII Part 3 ‘Return’ Leak Spreads, But Experts Say It’s Likely Fake

Square Enix has not confirmed any title, date, or features.

Overview

  • An anonymous ResetEra post on Tuesday claimed the final remake entry is titled Final Fantasy VII Return with a June 5 Summer Game Fest reveal and an early 2027 release window.
  • The post also alleged three new permanent party members, a world roughly twice Rebirth’s size, and an optional “Active Turn Action” mode that mimics classic turn-based combat.
  • A blurry logo and screenshot that surfaced on 4chan alongside the forum post drew attention, yet their low quality led many fans to label them as fabricated.
  • Vice called the rumor likely fake, YouTuber Maximilian Dood said he was calling it false, and community insider LaytonWright said the leak was “off” without detailing which parts.
  • Developers have hinted Part 3 is progressing, but prior comments from battle lead Teruki Endō about pursuing more combat freedom clash with the leak’s turn-based-style claim.