Next Final Fantasy 7 Remake Game Will Feature Some Changes for Tifa

Next Final Fantasy 7 Remake Game Will Feature Some Changes for Tifa

Key Takeaways

  • Final Fantasy 7 Remake director Naoki Hamaguchi is teasing some big changes for Tifa in the upcoming third entry.
  • During a recent panel, Hamaguchi said that his team wants to show a “new, stronger Tifa” that is different from what has been seen before.
  • The third and final entry hasn’t been given a release window, though many fans speculate it will be released in 2027.

As a long-time fan of the Final Fantasy series and Tifa Lockhart herself, I am beyond excited to see what Naoki Hamaguchi has in store for us with the upcoming third entry of the remake. Having grown up alongside Tifa from her humble beginnings as a barkeeper to her pivotal role in Avalanche, I can’t wait to witness this “new, stronger” version of my favorite character.


In the upcoming installment of “Final Fantasy 7 Remake,” fans might get a fresh perspective on Tifa Lockhart, a character that director Naoki Hamaguchi suggests will have significant developments. First introduced as a childhood friend of Cloud Strife in the original game released in 1997, Tifa later became an active member of the anti-Shinra organization Avalanche and played a crucial role in the “Final Fantasy 7 Remake” party as they fought to save the planet from Sephiroth.

In the “Final Fantasy 7 Remake” series, Tifa’s character development is significantly broadened, leading some players to argue that her subplot in “FF7 Rebirth” surpasses its portrayal in the original “Final Fantasy 7.” In this updated narrative, Tifa becomes deeply entangled in Cloud’s recollections of their shared past, as she grapples with his confusion and struggles against Sephiroth’s manipulations. As the story unfolds, she encounters the Lifestream, which strengthens her bond with the central theme of “Final Fantasy 7,” the planet’s fate.

In the upcoming “Final Fantasy 7 Remake” game, Tifa’s storyline will reach its climax, and the focus on her character in “FF7 Rebirth” is set to be even more prominent. During the “Summoning A Masterpiece” panel for “Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth”, director Naoki Hamaguchi revealed that they aim to portray a new, stronger version of Tifa unlike any we’ve seen before. He also suggested that her character might undergo some gameplay adjustments.

Naoki Hamaguchi Teases ‘New, Stronger’ Tifa In Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3

Similar to his reticence regarding specific details about the upcoming “Final Fantasy 7 Remake” gameplay system and changes in Tifa’s portrayal for the third installment, Hamaguchi has been quiet on these topics. Twitter user Genki_JPN points out that Hamaguchi’s response to a question about Tifa’s combat abilities might suggest we’ll see more of her physical prowess, a trait that has already shown great potential in the first two games.

Based on where Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth concludes, it’s expected that the following game will delve into some of Tifa’s most impactful and emotionally charged scenes. As the reality about her and Cloud’s past in the destroyed town of Nibelheim is unveiled, it could significantly alter the course of the narrative. If Naoki Hamaguchi’s recent comments are any guide, the next installment of Final Fantasy 7 Remake will portray a more resilient Tifa as her storyline approaches its dramatic climax.

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2024-08-23 18:43