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'''General Information'''
 
'''General Information'''
 
{{mm}} [http://forums.qhimm.com/index.php Qhimm.com Forums] - a very active Final Fantasy mod forum.
 
{{mm}} [http://forums.qhimm.com/index.php Qhimm.com Forums] - a very active Final Fantasy mod forum.
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==Final Fantasy VII (2012)==
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== Final Fantasy VII (2012) ==
 
{{ii}} [[#Final Fantasy VII (2012)|Final Fantasy VII (2012)]] is a rerelease of the [[#Final Fantasy VII (1998)|original Windows release from 1998]].
 
{{ii}} [[#Final Fantasy VII (2012)|Final Fantasy VII (2012)]] is a rerelease of the [[#Final Fantasy VII (1998)|original Windows release from 1998]].
 
{{++}} New features include:<ref>http://finalfantasyviipc.com/en</ref>
 
{{++}} New features include:<ref>http://finalfantasyviipc.com/en</ref>
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{{--}} Virtually no difference from the [[#Final Fantasy VII (1998)|Final Fantasy VII (1998)]].<ref>http://truepcgaming.com/2012/08/14/final-fantasy-vii-pc-re-release-impressions/</ref>
 
{{--}} Virtually no difference from the [[#Final Fantasy VII (1998)|Final Fantasy VII (1998)]].<ref>http://truepcgaming.com/2012/08/14/final-fantasy-vii-pc-re-release-impressions/</ref>
  
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===Availability===
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=== Availability ===
 
{{Availability Table|
 
{{Availability Table|
 
{{Availability Table/row| [https://store.eu.square-enix.com/emea_europe/pc-windows-download/FINAL-FANTASY-VII.php Square Enix e-Store] | [[Square Enix e-Store]] | See [[#Square Enix e-Store]].}}
 
{{Availability Table/row| [https://store.eu.square-enix.com/emea_europe/pc-windows-download/FINAL-FANTASY-VII.php Square Enix e-Store] | [[Square Enix e-Store]] | See [[#Square Enix e-Store]].}}
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{{ii}} This version has been confirmed to be exclusive for the Square Enix e-Store only.<ref>http://www.vg247.com/2012/07/04/final-fantasy-vii-pc-site-appears-looks-official/comment-page-1/</ref>
 
{{ii}} This version has been confirmed to be exclusive for the Square Enix e-Store only.<ref>http://www.vg247.com/2012/07/04/final-fantasy-vii-pc-site-appears-looks-official/comment-page-1/</ref>
  
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====Square Enix e-Store====
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==== Square Enix e-Store ====
 
{{--}} [[SecuROM]] DRM.<ref>http://www.reddit.com/r/GameDeals/comments/y7cgs/squareenix_storefinal_fantasy_vii_23_999/</ref>
 
{{--}} [[SecuROM]] DRM.<ref>http://www.reddit.com/r/GameDeals/comments/y7cgs/squareenix_storefinal_fantasy_vii_23_999/</ref>
 
{{--}} Install limit of x3, after which support will need to be contacted.
 
{{--}} Install limit of x3, after which support will need to be contacted.
 
{{--}} Square Enix account required and online activation.
 
{{--}} Square Enix account required and online activation.
  
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=====Purchase Email Receipt=====
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===== Purchase Email Receipt =====
 
::If you ever need to re-install the game on your computer or to install it on additional computers, simply make a copy of the game and install it as per steps 1 and 2 above. When you start the game, click the link that says "Already paid? Click here." and enter your e-mail address and activation code. If you have questions please contact our support team.<ref>Email receipt, http://www.reddit.com/r/GameDeals/comments/y7cgs/squareenix_storefinal_fantasy_vii_23_999/.</ref>
 
::If you ever need to re-install the game on your computer or to install it on additional computers, simply make a copy of the game and install it as per steps 1 and 2 above. When you start the game, click the link that says "Already paid? Click here." and enter your e-mail address and activation code. If you have questions please contact our support team.<ref>Email receipt, http://www.reddit.com/r/GameDeals/comments/y7cgs/squareenix_storefinal_fantasy_vii_23_999/.</ref>
 
   
 
   
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=====[https://store.eu.square-enix.com/emea_uk/help/frequently-asked-questions.php Square Enix e-Store FAQ]=====
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===== [https://store.eu.square-enix.com/emea_uk/help/frequently-asked-questions.php Square Enix e-Store FAQ] =====
 
:'''How does game recovery work?'''
 
:'''How does game recovery work?'''
 
::During the process of recovery, your game is validated online to check that you are indeed the legitimate owner of the licence and of the activation code. This helps us to protect you and the game developers from illegal pirate copies. Please enter your e-mail address (the one you used in the purchase process) and your activation code during the recovery process.
 
::During the process of recovery, your game is validated online to check that you are indeed the legitimate owner of the licence and of the activation code. This helps us to protect you and the game developers from illegal pirate copies. Please enter your e-mail address (the one you used in the purchase process) and your activation code during the recovery process.
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::You can recover your game 3 times. If you need to install/ reactivate the game more than 3 times then you will need to contact SQUARE ENIX Store support.
 
::You can recover your game 3 times. If you need to install/ reactivate the game more than 3 times then you will need to contact SQUARE ENIX Store support.
  
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===Improvements===
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=== Improvements ===
 
The music in this version is pre-recorded sound files (Ogg Vorbis files in his case), however the sound files were made by recording MIDI output of the original PC version - which is inferior to the Playstation's music in many people's opinion.  Luckily replacing the music is a simple matter of replacing the OGG files.  User "Whogie" on the NeoGAF forums has made replacement files from the original Playstation version soundtrack.  Donwload link here: http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=41078073&postcount=1936
 
The music in this version is pre-recorded sound files (Ogg Vorbis files in his case), however the sound files were made by recording MIDI output of the original PC version - which is inferior to the Playstation's music in many people's opinion.  Luckily replacing the music is a simple matter of replacing the OGG files.  User "Whogie" on the NeoGAF forums has made replacement files from the original Playstation version soundtrack.  Donwload link here: http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=41078073&postcount=1936
  
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===Video Settings===
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=== Video Settings ===
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[[File:Final Fantasy VII 2012 settings.png|300px|right|thumb|Final Fantasy VII (2012) video settings menu from [http://truepcgaming.com/2012/08/14/final-fantasy-vii-pc-re-release-impressions/ TruePCGaming].]]
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[[Image:Final Fantasy VII 2012 settings.png|300px|right|thumb|Final Fantasy VII (2012) video settings menu from [http://truepcgaming.com/2012/08/14/final-fantasy-vii-pc-re-release-impressions/ TruePCGaming].]]
 
{{Video Settings
 
{{Video Settings
 
|widescreen_resolution=false
 
|widescreen_resolution=false
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{{--}} No visual enhancements over [[#Final Fantasy VII (1998)|Final Fantasy VII (1998)]].
 
{{--}} No visual enhancements over [[#Final Fantasy VII (1998)|Final Fantasy VII (1998)]].
  
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==Game Data==
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== Game Data ==
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===Save Game Location===
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=== Save Game Location ===
 
{{Save Game Locations
 
{{Save Game Locations
 
|os_2=Windows 7
 
|os_2=Windows 7
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}}
  
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===[[Cloud Syncing]]===
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=== [[Cloud Syncing]] ===
 
{{Save Game Cloud Syncing|
 
{{Save Game Cloud Syncing|
 
{{Save Game Cloud Syncing/row| Square Enix e-Store | true | Native cloud saving. }}
 
{{Save Game Cloud Syncing/row| Square Enix e-Store | true | Native cloud saving. }}
 
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===System Requirements===
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=== System Requirements ===
 
{{System Requirements
 
{{System Requirements
 
|OSfamily_ = Windows
 
|OSfamily_ = Windows
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==Final Fantasy VII (1998)==
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== Final Fantasy VII (1998) ==
 
{{++}} Thriving mod scene.
 
{{++}} Thriving mod scene.
 
{{--}} Many issues with running on modern machines which require community patching.
 
{{--}} Many issues with running on modern machines which require community patching.
  
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===Improvements===
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=== Improvements ===
 
{{++}} [[#Bootleg Configurator|Bootleg Configurator]] is the best way to install mods.
 
{{++}} [[#Bootleg Configurator|Bootleg Configurator]] is the best way to install mods.
 
{{--}} Multiple mod packs such as ''Final Fantasy VII Ultima Edition'' and ''Final Fantasy VII Remix'' have been released, but they are quickly made out of date by current mod development.<ref>http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/no-sequel-no-problem-remaster-final-fantasy-vii-for-pc-using-bootleg-muo-gaming/</ref>
 
{{--}} Multiple mod packs such as ''Final Fantasy VII Ultima Edition'' and ''Final Fantasy VII Remix'' have been released, but they are quickly made out of date by current mod development.<ref>http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/no-sequel-no-problem-remaster-final-fantasy-vii-for-pc-using-bootleg-muo-gaming/</ref>
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{{ii}} Full playthrough using Bootleg Configurator can be viewed on [http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB3794695EC5A2382 EQ2Alyza's YouTube channel].
 
{{ii}} Full playthrough using Bootleg Configurator can be viewed on [http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB3794695EC5A2382 EQ2Alyza's YouTube channel].
  
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===Issues Fixed===
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=== Issues Fixed ===
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====Installation====
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==== Installation ====
 
{{mm}} [http://www.sevenforums.com/gaming/214035-how-install-final-fantasy-vii-windows-7-x64-64-bit.html General install guide on Seven Forums].
 
{{mm}} [http://www.sevenforums.com/gaming/214035-how-install-final-fantasy-vii-windows-7-x64-64-bit.html General install guide on Seven Forums].
  
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===System Requirements===
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=== System Requirements ===
 
{{System Requirements
 
{{System Requirements
 
|minOS_ = Windows 95
 
|minOS_ = Windows 95
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|minproc_ = Pentium 133 MHz (with 3D accelerator)<br />Pentium 166 MHz (without 3D accelerator)
 
|minmem_ = 32 MB
 
|minmem_ = 32 MB
 
|minHD_ = 260 MB
 
|minHD_ = 260 MB
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==Final Fantasy VII (PS1)==
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== Final Fantasy VII (PS1) ==
 
{{++}} The game has been well-supported for [[PlayStation|PlayStation emulation]] since its release on Windows systems.
 
{{++}} The game has been well-supported for [[PlayStation|PlayStation emulation]] since its release on Windows systems.
 
{{++}} Less compatibility issues when compared to [[#Final Fantasy VII (1998)|Final Fantasy VII (1998)]] and less DRM than [[#Final Fantasy VII (2012)|Final Fantasy VII (2012)]].
 
{{++}} Less compatibility issues when compared to [[#Final Fantasy VII (1998)|Final Fantasy VII (1998)]] and less DRM than [[#Final Fantasy VII (2012)|Final Fantasy VII (2012)]].
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{{References}}
 
{{References}}
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Revision as of 17:36, 12 September 2012

Template:Infobox Final Fantasy (series) Key Points

There is no single recommended PC version to play, as each versions has their advantages and disadvantages.

General Information

Qhimm.com Forums - a very active Final Fantasy mod forum.

Windows

Final Fantasy VII (2012)

Final Fantasy VII (2012) is a rerelease of the original Windows release from 1998.
New features include:[1]
  • Compatibility with modern operating systems.
  • Character Booster, which increases HP, MP and Gil levels to maximum.
  • Cloud save game functionality.
  • Online profile and achievements.
Obstructive DRM.
Virtually no difference from the Final Fantasy VII (1998).[2]

Availability

Template:Availability Table

This version has been confirmed to be exclusive for the Square Enix e-Store only.[3]

Square Enix e-Store

SecuROM DRM.[4]
Install limit of x3, after which support will need to be contacted.
Square Enix account required and online activation.
Purchase Email Receipt
If you ever need to re-install the game on your computer or to install it on additional computers, simply make a copy of the game and install it as per steps 1 and 2 above. When you start the game, click the link that says "Already paid? Click here." and enter your e-mail address and activation code. If you have questions please contact our support team.[5]
Square Enix e-Store FAQ
How does game recovery work?
During the process of recovery, your game is validated online to check that you are indeed the legitimate owner of the licence and of the activation code. This helps us to protect you and the game developers from illegal pirate copies. Please enter your e-mail address (the one you used in the purchase process) and your activation code during the recovery process.
How often can the game be recovered?
You can recover your game 3 times. If you need to install/ reactivate the game more than 3 times then you will need to contact SQUARE ENIX Store support.

Improvements

The music in this version is pre-recorded sound files (Ogg Vorbis files in his case), however the sound files were made by recording MIDI output of the original PC version - which is inferior to the Playstation's music in many people's opinion. Luckily replacing the music is a simple matter of replacing the OGG files. User "Whogie" on the NeoGAF forums has made replacement files from the original Playstation version soundtrack. Donwload link here: http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=41078073&postcount=1936

Video Settings

Final Fantasy VII (2012) video settings menu from TruePCGaming.

Template:Video Settings

No visual enhancements over Final Fantasy VII (1998).

Game Data

Save Game Location

Template:Save Game Locations

Cloud Syncing

Template:Save Game Cloud Syncing

System Requirements

Template:System Requirements

Final Fantasy VII (1998)

Thriving mod scene.
Many issues with running on modern machines which require community patching.

Improvements

Bootleg Configurator is the best way to install mods.
Multiple mod packs such as Final Fantasy VII Ultima Edition and Final Fantasy VII Remix have been released, but they are quickly made out of date by current mod development.[6]

Bootleg Configurator

This utility is a download and install manager for mods.
Full playthrough using Bootleg Configurator can be viewed on EQ2Alyza's YouTube channel.

Issues Fixed

Installation

General install guide on Seven Forums.

System Requirements

Template:System Requirements

Final Fantasy VII (PS1)

The game has been well-supported for PlayStation emulation since its release on Windows systems.
Less compatibility issues when compared to Final Fantasy VII (1998) and less DRM than Final Fantasy VII (2012).
No option to mod.


References