Highlights

  • Update v.1.020 for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth brings fixes for bugs, improved performance, and enhanced graphics options for players.
  • IN addition to various fixes for bugs and crashes, Red-XIII had a few moves adjusted to prevent them from being cancelled so easily.
  • Quality-of-life improvements include camera settings for a smoother experience and difficulty options for mini-games, enhancing player customization.

Square Enix has released Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth update v.1.020, introducing various improvements including performance options, graphics enhancements, frame rate adjustments, and more. Additionally, the update includes numerous bug fixes and functional enhancements aimed at refining the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth gameplay experience.

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth came out on February 29, presented as a modern version of the classic RPG from 1997 and a direct follow-up to Final Fantasy 7 Remake's story. Developed by Square Enix, the game features updated storyline, characters, and gameplay mechanics, blending real-time exploration and combat with RPG elements. It received critical acclaim upon its release on PlayStation 5 as players join protagonist Cloud Strife and the eco-terrorist group Avalanche in their struggle against the Shinra Corporation.

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Some notable fixes in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth update v.1.020 include corrections of typos and omissions in certain texts, addressing issues with controlled character behavior under specific map conditions, and rectifying problems with Red XIII's abilities during battles. Additionally, the update resolves instances where enemies would cease their actions during combat and fixes progress issues in quests encountered under certain conditions.

Improvements to frame rate and overall game stability have been implemented to ensure smoother and more consistent gameplay. Moreover, Square Enix has introduced new options to enhance the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth performance mode screen output settings, offering players the choice between "Sharp" and "Soft" options to customize their gaming experience according to personal preferences. Visual enhancements remain a key focus of this update, with improvements to graphic quality enhancing the overall Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth aesthetic appeal.

Several quality-of-life improvements have also been integrated into the game. The camera's reverse setting now applies to the "gliding" mode when operating a sky chocobo, enhancing control and navigation. Similarly, reverse camera settings have been synchronized with the target mini-game camera, providing a seamless experience. Enhanced guidance support has been added for climbing vines in the Mythril Mine location, streamlining traversal and exploration. Additionally, settings regarding Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth difficulty for mini-games such as Condor Fort and Gambit Gears have been introduced to the customization screen, offering players the flexibility to tailor their gaming experience to their desired level of challenge.

Due to the positive reception of the game, director Naoki Hamaguchi recently discussed the possibility of a Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Queen's Blood expansion during an interview. As the developer continues to refine and expand upon Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, players can now experience the new fixes and enhancements introduced in update v.1.020.

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Update V.1.020 Notes

  • Fixes to missing or incorrect characters in some parts of the game text.
  • Fixes to player character bugs that occur in field areas under certain conditions.
  • Fixes to Red XIII’s abilities “Supernal Fervor” and “Watcher's Spirit” in battle, as these were easily cancelled.
  • Fixes to bugs occurring in battle under specific conditions that would cause enemies to freeze.
  • Fixes to bugs triggered by specific conditions that affect progress through quests.
  • Improvements to the frame rate and overall game stability.
  • Addition of a “sharp” or “soft” option for graphical output in Performance Mode.
  • Improvements to graphical quality.
  • Reflected reverse camera controls while controlling a gliding sky chocobo.
  • Reflected reverse camera controls in the sharpshooting minigame.
  • Emphasized the path along the climbable vines in the Mythril Mine.
  • Added a difficulty selection to the customization screen of the minigames Fort Condor and Gears and Gambits.