{
  "id": 8322627,
  "title": "Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Warns of 200GB Install Size for Remake Trilogy's Final Chapter",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/final-fantasy-7-revelation-director-warns-of-200gb-install-size-for",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-18T22:26:58.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/final-fantasy-7-revelation-director-warns-of-200gb-install-size-for-remake-trilogys-final-chapter"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Final Fantasy 7 Revelation's final chapter is expected to require around 200GB of storage space, according to director Naoki Hamaguchi. The Square Enix developer discussed the requirements for the remake trilogy's conclusion during an interview with VGC. Hamaguchi stated that the final chapter will be particularly demanding, stating that \"Things are still getting worked out, but it's probably going to be around 200GB of game.\" The developer acknowledged that managing installed games is akin to packing a suitcase, with players having to make difficult decisions about what to include and what to leave behind. Hamaguchi emphasized that the team is committed to delivering a high-quality game and delivering on fans' expectations, despite the large file size. Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is set to launch on April 8, 2027, for PC, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.",
  "summary": "Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will require around 200GB of storage when it launches next year, director Naoki Hamaguchi has warned.",
  "key_points": [
    "Final Fantasy 7 Revelation final chapter to require 200GB storage",
    "Director Naoki Hamaguchi revealed size during VGC interview",
    "Team aims to meet fans' expectations despite large file size"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}