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{{++}} Slightly better models with more polygons (togglable). | {{++}} Slightly better models with more polygons (togglable). | ||
− | {{--}} Little noticeable difference from the original [[Final Fantasy VII]] PC release.<ref>http://truepcgaming.com/2012/08/14/final-fantasy-vii-pc-re-release-impressions/</ref> | + | {{--}} Little noticeable difference from the original [[Final Fantasy VII]] PC release.<ref>[http://truepcgaming.com/2012/08/14/final-fantasy-vii-pc-re-release-impressions/ TruePcGaming :: Final Fantasy VII PC Re-Release Impressions]</ref> |
− | {{--}} Poorly ported frame rate from the PlayStation version which ran at 60 FPS, as excluding menu screens the frame rate is capped at 30 FPS, 15 FPS during combat and FMVs. This breaks the combat camera and some menu mechanics.<ref name="FPS cap">[http://steamcommunity.com/app/39140/discussions/0/613935404188912587/ Increasing FPS | + | {{--}} Poorly ported frame rate from the PlayStation version which ran at 60 FPS, as excluding menu screens the frame rate is capped at 30 FPS, 15 FPS during combat and FMVs. This breaks the combat camera and some menu mechanics.<ref name="FPS cap">[http://steamcommunity.com/app/39140/discussions/0/613935404188912587/ Steam Forums :: Increasing FPS]</ref><ref>[http://forums.qhimm.com/index.php?topic=14914.msg209229#msg209229 Qhimm Forums :: 60FPS BATTLES]</ref> |
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{{ii}} All versions require [[Steam]] and a Square Enix account. | {{ii}} All versions require [[Steam]] and a Square Enix account. | ||
− | {{ii}} No longer comes with the previous 3x install limit [[SecuROM]] DRM.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/GameDeals/comments/y7cgs/squareenix_storefinal_fantasy_vii_23_999/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/GameDeals/comments/1535ug/square_enix_online_store_final_fantasy_vii_pc/c7iy15o</ref><ref>http://steamcommunity.com/app/39140/discussions/0/846958001176140158/</ref> | + | {{ii}} No longer comes with the previous 3x install limit [[SecuROM]] DRM.<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/GameDeals/comments/y7cgs/squareenix_storefinal_fantasy_vii_23_999/ Reddit /r/gamedeals :: Final Fantasy VII Square Enix Store DRM Discussion]</ref><ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/GameDeals/comments/1535ug/square_enix_online_store_final_fantasy_vii_pc/c7iy15o Reddit /r/gamedeals :: Final Fantasy VII Square Enix Store SecuROM Limit Confirmation]</ref><ref>[http://steamcommunity.com/app/39140/discussions/0/846958001176140158/ Steam Forums :: SecuROM is removed, only Square Enix account needed]</ref> |
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− | {{Image|Final Fantasy VII 2012 settings.png|Final Fantasy VII (2012) video settings menu.<ref>[http://truepcgaming.com/2012/08/14/final-fantasy-vii-pc-re-release-impressions/ Final Fantasy VII PC Re-Release 2012 | + | {{Image|Final Fantasy VII 2012 settings.png|Final Fantasy VII (2012) video settings menu.<ref>[http://truepcgaming.com/2012/08/14/final-fantasy-vii-pc-re-release-impressions/ TruePcGaming :: Final Fantasy VII PC Re-Release 2012]</ref>}} |
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Revision as of 20:36, 17 July 2015
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Developers | |
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Square Enix | |
Publishers | |
Square Enix | |
Release dates | |
Windows | August 14, 2012 |
This page is for the 2012 re-release. For the original 1998 version, see Final Fantasy VII.
Key points
- This is a re-release of the 1998 PC port of the PlayStation version updated with compatibility for modern operating systems along with additional new features.[1]
- Slightly better models with more polygons (togglable).
- Little noticeable difference from the original Final Fantasy VII PC release.[2]
- Poorly ported frame rate from the PlayStation version which ran at 60 FPS, as excluding menu screens the frame rate is capped at 30 FPS, 15 FPS during combat and FMVs. This breaks the combat camera and some menu mechanics.[3][4]
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Steam | ||||
Publisher website |
- All versions require Steam and a Square Enix account.
- No longer comes with the previous 3x install limit SecuROM DRM.[5][6][7]
Essential improvements
The Reunion
- A fan-made mod pack with a host of tweaks and fixes. Note that "MENU OVERHAUL" does not apply to this version of the game.
- BEACAUSE: In-game text translation fixes.
- 60FPS BATTLES: Corrects the battle frame rate of the PC versions to be 60, the same as the original PlayStation version (15FPS animations, 30FPS camera, 60FPS menus).
- WEAPON: Adjusts various aspects of the game's difficulty to be smoother.
- MODEL OVERHAUL: Improves in-game character models.
- MEMORY PATCHES: Various memory patches, such as cheats et al..
- 1:35 SOLDIER QUEST: "99 1:35 Soldiers will be hidden throughout the world as collectables."
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/39140/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/39140/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud | Steam version can only sync cloud saves through the Square Enix launcher. |
Video settings
Final Fantasy VII (2012) video settings menu.[8]
Input settings
- Does not support XInput.
- Does not support mapping all controller buttons (even including the lack of XInput support), such as the directional pad on XBox 360 controllers.
Audio settings
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista, 7 | |
Processor (CPU) | 2 GHz or faster | |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 2.5 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | DirectX 9 compatible |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (39140) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ New features:
- Character Booster, which increases HP, MP and Gil levels to maximum.
- Cloud save game functionality (but no Steam cloud support).
- Online profile and achievements.
- ↑ TruePcGaming :: Final Fantasy VII PC Re-Release Impressions
- ↑ Steam Forums :: Increasing FPS
- ↑ Qhimm Forums :: 60FPS BATTLES
- ↑ Reddit /r/gamedeals :: Final Fantasy VII Square Enix Store DRM Discussion
- ↑ Reddit /r/gamedeals :: Final Fantasy VII Square Enix Store SecuROM Limit Confirmation
- ↑ Steam Forums :: SecuROM is removed, only Square Enix account needed
- ↑ TruePcGaming :: Final Fantasy VII PC Re-Release 2012