Square Enix continues to impress with the implementation of the fast travel system in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. The new system allows players to navigate the expansive world quickly by 'instantly' moving to selected bases like towns or Chocobo stops. The latest preview demonstrates a seamless transition from one point of the massive map to another within just seconds. This feature brings to mind the fast travel mechanics from Spider-Man 2 and is a testament to the sheer scale of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's game world.

The game promises entirely new cities that weren't present in the original PlayStation version, as well as a mix of familiar locations. New story elements will also unfold, particularly centered around character Zack along with possible backstories for other characters, including Sephiroth, drawing from the content in the mobile game Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis. There's buzz around the ESRB rating that teases deeper story aspects and hints at Aerith's fate in the game. Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is scheduled to launch as a PlayStation 5 exclusive on February 29.

What improvements have been made to Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth over the original game?

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth introduces completely new cities, an expanded narrative including fresh content around Zack, and potential lore for Sephiroth, along with a fast and efficient fast travel system. It is designed with significant map expansions and advanced graphics to provide a thoroughly modern gaming experience on PlayStation 5.

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is part of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake project, a multi-part reimagining of the original 1997 RPG classic. The project aims to retell the story of Final Fantasy 7 in a more detailed and modernized form, expanding on the world and characters while introducing new gameplay mechanics. The first part, titled Final Fantasy 7 Remake, was released in 2020 to critical acclaim for its updated graphics and combat system. Rebirth continues this trend, building upon the foundation of the first game and expanding the scope of the adventure.