Final Fantasy 7 Gets Switch Update

Final Fantasy 7 Gets Switch Update

Key Takeaways

  • Final Fantasy 7 version 1.03 on Switch removes restrictions on sharing cutscenes.
  • The update is the same as version 1.04 on PS4/Xbox One, enabling screenshot and video capture during key scenes.

As a seasoned gamer with memories of playing Final Fantasy 7 on my trusty old PlayStation all those years ago, I must say, it’s a delight to see this classic game getting some love in the modern era. The recent update for the Switch version, allowing us to capture those iconic moments without restrictions, is just the cherry on top of an already fantastic experience.


In a recent update, version 1.03 for the Nintendo Switch edition of “Final Fantasy 7”, has lifted all prior limitations concerning the sharing of certain game cutscenes using the Capture Button. This update on the Switch matches the restrictions removal found in versions 1.04 of both the PS4 and Xbox One iterations of the original title.

Initially launched on the PlayStation in 1997, Final Fantasy 7 marked several firsts for the Final Fantasy series. From the shift from 2D sprites to 3D character models, the captivating narrative, and the change from Nintendo hardware to Sony’s PlayStation, Final Fantasy 7 paved the way for subsequent titles in the franchise. Thanks to its popularity on the PlayStation, Final Fantasy 7 was later ported to Windows PCs by Eidos in 1998. In 2013, Steam introduced a remade version of Final Fantasy 7, which formed the foundation for current console adaptations. The Switch edition of Final Fantasy 7 was made available in 2019.

Despite the buzz surrounding the ongoing Final Fantasy 7 Remake, an update to the original game on different platforms has come as a surprise. As detailed by the patch notes (and confirmed by Nintendo Life), the Switch version of Final Fantasy 7 v1.03 now allows for screenshots and videos during previously restricted segments of the main story, including Aerith’s death in the Forgotten Capital scene. This update is also included in versions 1.04 of the game on PS4 and Xbox One. Previously, Square Enix had temporarily disabled console screen capturing during Aerith’s death due to the scene playing out. No other changes were mentioned in the v1.04 patch notes for Final Fantasy 7.

In the Final Fantasy series, Aerith’s death is considered one of the most startling and emotional turning points. For newcomers, this event served as a significant plot twist. Even though she was no longer part of the group, Aerith continued to play a crucial role in the subsequent events of Final Fantasy 7, such as enabling the Lifestream to counter Sephiroth’s Meteor spell.

Despite numerous games in the Final Fantasy 7 series being released since 1997, its timeless moments and characters continue to captivate fans. The upcoming third part of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake promises potential alterations to the original storyline, keeping fans intrigued about the changes to come.

Final Fantasy 7 Version 1.04 Patch Notes (November 2024)

Sharing features in Final Fantasy 7 are now completely unrestricted on these platforms: (or alternatively, The restrictions on sharing features for Final Fantasy 7 have been lifted entirely from these platforms.)

  • PlayStation 4: patch ver. 1.04
  • Nintendo Switch: patch ver. 1.03
  • Xbox One: patch ver. 1.04
  • Microsoft Store (Windows): patch ver. 1.04

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2024-11-25 22:36