Final Fantasy VII is nearly 30 years old — and it’s still selling.
Square has confirmed that the original 1997 release of Final Fantasy VII has officially surpassed 15.5 million copies sold worldwide, making it one of the most successful and enduring RPGs of all time. In this video, we break down how the game continues to move hundreds of thousands of units decades after launch, why its multi-platform availability matters, and how it still stands above many modern entries in the franchise.
We also put Final Fantasy VII’s success into context by looking at the broader Final Fantasy series, which has now passed 207 million total sales globally, and compare it to titles like Final Fantasy XV, Final Fantasy XVI, and the Final Fantasy VII Remake project.
From its revolutionary presentation and cinematic storytelling to its lasting cultural impact, this video explores why the original Final Fantasy VII remains the benchmark — not just creatively, but commercially.
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