Ethan Crossfield 
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is set to add more characters from the wider Final Fantasy 7 Compilation, according to director Naoki Hamaguchi. Speaking in an IGN interview at Gamescom, Hamaguchi indicated that the upcoming conclusion to the Remake saga will continue the series’ expanding use of figures from spin-offs such as Crisis Core and Dirge of Cerberus. He stopped short of naming the new arrivals, preserving their reveals for players.
What happened
Hamaguchi’s comments point to another wave of Compilation connections in Final Fantasy 7 Revelation. The Remake project has already brought characters such as Nero the Sable and Cissnei into its modern retelling, and the director suggested that additional appearances are on the way. Because the identities could spoil planned story moments, Square Enix is keeping those details private for now.
The third game follows Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and takes place as Meteor’s presence threatens the world. Cloud and the rest of the party will travel aboard the Highwind while confronting multiple dangers. The game will also retain features including Queen’s Blood and introduce job-based FITS, giving the main cast further combat options.
Why it matters
The decision to draw from the Compilation gives Final Fantasy 7 Revelation a chance to connect decades of series history without treating the older spin-offs as separate curiosities. That approach is especially relevant for Vincent Valentine, who was the lead character in Dirge of Cerberus and will become playable alongside Cid Highwind.
Vincent’s combat identity includes firearms and the ability to transform into the Galian Beast. Hamaguchi also said that the game will explore the backstories of characters such as Vincent, potentially giving long-time fans more context for a figure whose history has received comparatively limited treatment in the Remake storyline. Cid and Vincent’s playable roles should also add distinct fighting styles to the party’s lineup.
What to watch next
The next major information window arrives during the closing segment of the September 3 State of Play broadcast, where Square Enix and Sony have confirmed an extensive Final Fantasy 7 Revelation presentation. Hamaguchi is also scheduled to appear at PAX West in Seattle for an official panel on Saturday, September 5, at 3:00 PM Pacific.
A trailer shown during the 2026 Gamescom Opening Night Live broadcast already confirmed that Ruby, Emerald, and Ultima Weapon will appear in the game. Emerald Weapon will be encountered underwater, although the trailer did not show full gameplay against the bosses. Their role in the story and the exact circumstances of those encounters remain unclear.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is planned for release next spring on all current-generation platforms simultaneously. With the Highwind, new playable characters, Compilation cameos, and the Weapon bosses still to be detailed, Square Enix has several substantial reveals left before launch.
Key takeaways for Final Fantasy 7 fans
- More Final Fantasy 7 Compilation characters are planned, but their identities remain undisclosed.
- Vincent Valentine and Cid Highwind will join the playable roster with different combat styles.
- Vincent’s Galian Beast transformation and firearms are confirmed parts of his gameplay.
- Ruby, Emerald, and Ultima Weapon will appear, with Emerald Weapon encountered underwater.
- Further details are expected at the September 3 State of Play and Hamaguchi’s September 5 PAX West panel.
Expert View
Hamaguchi’s comments reinforce a clear strategy: Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is being positioned not only as the Remake trilogy’s finale, but also as a meeting point for the broader Compilation. That can reward dedicated fans, particularly if Vincent’s Dirge of Cerberus history is handled with meaningful context rather than a brief cameo. The risk is that surprise appearances and legacy references could compete with the central story. Square Enix’s strongest next step will be showing how these characters and the Weapons affect the campaign, not simply confirming that they exist.
