Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Gameplay Confirmed for Gamescom Opening Night Live

By Rizwan Ahmed, Senior Writer Published Aug 6, 2026, 8:56 PM UTC 1 min read

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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Gameplay Confirmed for Gamescom Opening Night Live

A new gameplay look at Final Fantasy 7 Revelation has been officially confirmed for Gamescom Opening Night Live later this month.

Quick Facts

Event: Gamescom Opening Night Live hosted by Geoff Keighley
Date and Time: Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 11am PT / 2pm ET / 7pm BST / 8pm CEST
Platform: PlayStation 5
Release Window: Q2 2027
Key Attendees: Director Naoki Hamaguchi

Following its initial Summer Game Fest reveal in June 2026, Square Enix is returning to the stage with further footage of the third installment in the remake project. While the previous showing provided an early look at the game—including a surprise job system featuring four jobs per character—specific details on what will be demonstrated during the upcoming broadcast remain under wraps.

Director Naoki Hamaguchi will be present at the showcase, raising expectations for a deeper dive into exploration and refreshed combat mechanics. Gamescom Opening Night Live streams on August 25, just one day before the convention officially opens to press and the public in Germany.