Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth Soars to No.3 in U.S. Charts

Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth, after initially struggling in 2024, has experienced a significant sales boost following its recent release on Steam. Launching as a PS5 exclusive, it debuted high but then dropped in rankings, leading to concerns over its performance compared to other prominent RPGs. However, with its Steam launch, Rebirth surged to No.3 in U.S. sales, prompting speculation that Square Enix may consider cross-platform releases for future titles. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 continues to dominate the charts, with other notable mentions including Madden NFL 25 and Donkey Kong Country: Returns.

The Steam release significantly enhanced Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth's sales, climbing from No.56 to No.3 on the Circana charts within a month, and indicating that a cross-platform strategy could be beneficial for future releases.

Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth is the second installment in the remake series of the beloved Final Fantasy VII, continuing to explore the story of Cloud Strife and his allies. While the first game in the series, Final Fantasy VII Remake, was well-received, there were questions regarding the sequel's performance due to its exclusive launch window on PS5. The newfound success on Steam suggests a responsive and eager audience for future installments, which may lead Square Enix to rethink their platform strategies moving forward.