Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3: Chadley returns and new reveals

Expectations around Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 continue to rise, even though the official name for the third entry in the series has not yet been revealed. However, trilogy lead Naoki Hamaguchi has shared a number of important details about the upcoming title.

Chadley returns

One of the most notable reveals is the return of Chadley, Shinra’s materia researcher. Hamaguchi confirmed that this somewhat annoying, but popular NPC will once again have a role in the third part of the remake. "We understand that many fans are fond of Chadley," Hamaguchi said. "Whether he will become a playable character, we can’t say at this point. But he will continue to play an important role, even in the trilogy’s final chapter."

Chadley’s role will be explored further, and players can expect his curiosity and self-awareness to come even more to the forefront. Hamaguchi said it will be interesting to see how Chadley becomes involved in the story and what his place in this world is. That development will likely tie into collecting battle data, something Chadley was already known for as an NPC.

Character development

Beyond Chadley, there are other characters expected to play a central role in the story. The focus on developing existing characters makes it clear that the story will go beyond action and adventure alone. Hamaguchi’s earlier comments about building a compelling narrative structure suggest that players in Part 3 will also be emotionally invested.

Gameplay and minigames

Previous entries in the remake trilogy have featured a variety of minigames, and it looks like Part 3 will be no different. Hamaguchi says Square Enix will take a slightly different approach to minigames in the third game, but details are not available yet. Chadley is expected to play a role in these side activities as well, which could further enrich the gameplay dynamic.

Technical progress

Another important point Hamaguchi touched on is that the game will not compromise on visual quality, despite the move to a multiplatform release. He has completed more than "40 full playthroughs" in total and is confident the game will remain in line with the high standards fans of the series expect.

All in all, the hype around Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 is well deserved, and fans are eager to learn more about the story, gameplay, and character development, including Chadley. The return of this beloved NPC, along with the promise of exciting new gameplay and an immersive narrative, makes the wait for the title even tougher.