The long-awaited title for the third part of the Final Fantasy VII Remake series has officially been set. This significant announcement was confirmed by game director Naoki Hamaguchi in a recent interview, revealing that creative director Tetsuya Nomura ultimately selected the title from a shortlist of two options during Paris Games Week. The decision marks a crucial milestone in the development of the final installment, intensifying fan anticipation and sparking widespread speculation about what the chosen subtitle could be.
Director Naoki Hamaguchi elaborated on the decision-making process in a discussion with GameSpot. He noted that the team had narrowed down potential titles to two by late October 2025. The ultimate choice rested with Tetsuya Nomura, who also served as a co-director for the initial Remake entry alongside Hamaguchi and Motomu Toriyama. Hamaguchi stated, "It was up to Mr. Nomura to decide which it is. And yes, after returning from Paris Games Week, he did choose one, so I can say the title has been locked." This highlights the immense influence Nomura holds in shaping the identity of the Final Fantasy VII saga.
The announcement has inevitably led to a flurry of fan theories regarding the potential title. Many have suggested "Reunion," but this has already been utilized for "Crisis Core -Final Fantasy VII- Reunion" and the recently unveiled "Life is Strange: Reunion," making its reuse less probable. The community is now engaging in lively debates and polls, with various "Re" prefixed suggestions emerging, such as "Recore," "Reload," "Return," "Revival," "Reckoning," and "Redemption." The anticipation is further fueled by the upcoming release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, which Square Enix will need to coordinate with the full reveal of the third part's title.
While the definitive title remains under wraps, the confirmation that a decision has been made is a major step forward. Fans eagerly await the official reveal, which will undoubtedly provide further insight into the narrative direction and thematic focus of the concluding chapter in the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy. This period of speculation only adds to the excitement surrounding one of gaming's most iconic and reimagined series.
