During the concluding segment of tonight’s broadcast, Shawne Benson, Sony’s director of portfolio, surprised fans with the iconic ‘one more thing’ moment. With enthusiasm, Benson declared, “Before we wrap up, I have one last announcement to share.”
He disclosed that the eagerly anticipated State of Play is set to make a return on February 6, offering an extensive showcase of Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth. The upcoming event promises to unveil “new gameplay details” and additional information, though specifics about the content remain undisclosed.
Sony is well-known for its in-depth exploration of major flagship games, making the announcement of a dedicated State of Play for Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth unsurprising, especially with the impending release of the second installment in the trilogy on February 29th. However, what catches many off guard is the rapid follow-up after tonight’s broadcast.
Typically, substantial showcases like this are spaced out over months. While it was expected that Sony would schedule an event before the traditional summer conference window (in light of the absence of E3), the prospect of waiting only a week for another State of Play is unexpected.
The upcoming State of Play presents an intriguing opportunity for fans to witness what Square Enix has in store next week.
The divergence from the original FF7 storyline in Rebirth’s second installment has been evident, suggesting a departure from the faithful recreation seen in the first part of the remake trilogy. Perhaps, during the new State of Play, Square Enix will provide more insights into the creative direction and narrative choices shaping up in Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth.
