Why It Ranks
“The game that brought RPGs to the world.” — The Global Breakthrough. Scored 27/30.
Score Breakdown
The Review
Final Fantasy VII did not invent the JRPG, but it brought the genre to a global audience. Aerith's death remains the most shocking moment in gaming — a permanent loss that broke the rules of what games were supposed to do. The Materia system, the Midgar opening, and Sephiroth's iconic villainy created a cultural phenomenon that transcended gaming. Square proved that games could tell stories that stayed with you for life.
Fun Fact
The famous Aerith death scene caused so many players to write letters to Square that the company had to issue a public statement confirming she could not be revived.
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