The physical edition of Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade for PS5 is currently available for $30 on Amazon. GameStop also offers this deal, though shipping costs may apply unless picked up in-store. Target`s stock for this offer has been depleted.
Square Enix recently re-released the physical PS5 version of Final Fantasy 7 Remake, which had been out of print and scarce for years, even before FF7 Rebirth`s launch in February. This scarcity had driven prices on the resale market to unreasonable levels. While its return was welcomed, the original $70 price seemed steep given the game`s age. The new $30 price point makes it a far more attractive purchase.
This discounted price may not last, as other retailers like Best Buy ($60) and Walmart ($55) are selling it for more. Those seeking a physical copy should consider purchasing soon. For players primarily interested in the game itself, the digital version is available on the PlayStation Store for $15.19 until July 31st.
About Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade
Final Fantasy 7 Remake is a stunning reimagining of the 1997 classic. It primarily covers the initial Midgar sections of the original story, showcasing protagonist Cloud Strife and the eco-terrorist group Avalanche with significantly enhanced graphics as they strive to prevent Shinra Inc. from exploiting the planet`s life force. The narrative introduces elements from Cloud`s past and diverges notably from the original storyline in its latter stages, creating significant plot twists.
The Intermission expansion features Yuffie Kisaragi and Sonon Kusakabe on a mission to pilfer a powerful artifact from Shinra. This enjoyable, albeit brief, addition to the main game also brought technical and visual enhancements to the core experience. While the game largely follows a linear path, occasionally suffering from pacing issues, it remains a satisfying return to the iconic cyberpunk world of Square Enix`s acclaimed sci-fantasy series.
It`s worth noting that Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade is slated for a Nintendo Switch 2 port, though its release date remains unconfirmed.
Other Final Fantasy Deals
Dedicated Final Fantasy 7 enthusiasts might be interested in the official `Material Ultimania Plus` book, released last November, which delves into the creation of the PS5 version of FF7 Remake. This hardcover, usually $40, is currently $29 on Amazon. Additionally, the first `Final Fantasy 7 Remake: Material Ultimania` book, detailing the original PS4 version over 336 pages, is available for $25, a $15 discount.
Another notable reprint for Final Fantasy fans is the `Final Fantasy I-VI Collection,` featuring the Pixel Remasters of the first six main titles. Initially released in limited quantities, new PS4 and Nintendo Switch copies became available last October. While the Switch version sold out on Amazon during Prime Day, GameStop still offers it for the Prime Day price of $45. The PS4 version is largely unavailable elsewhere but can be found for $58.65 on Amazon.
This collection bundles the first six Final Fantasy games in their Pixel Remastered forms, along with a sticker sheet of character sprites. Square Enix meticulously updated the sprites while retaining the original pixel art essence, and series composer Nobuo Uematsu supervised the reimagining of the soundtracks.
For those appreciative of Final Fantasy`s pixel art, `FF Dot: The Pixel Art of Final Fantasy` is also on sale at Amazon for $17 (originally $25).
The second installment in the FF7 Remake trilogy, Rebirth, launched last year, significantly expanding on the series` concepts and introducing expansive open-world areas. If you`re also interested in this title, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for PS5 is currently $54 (down from $70) at Walmart. Rebirth recently arrived on PC and is also slated for a Nintendo Switch 2 release.