Square Enix has once again taken to Twitter to share some bizarre insights into Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, this time explaining the logic behind its box art.
Starring protagonist Cloud, antagonist Sephiroth, and the mysterious Zack, the artwork "represents the three worlds that form the axis" of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's story, Square Enix explained.
Created by Creative Director, Tetsuya Nomura, this artwork represents the three worlds that form the axis of the story in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Sephiroth is in the center, as he represents the instigator of the events of the past. #FF7R [1/2] pic.twitter.com/gmAW12vNum
— FINAL FANTASY VII (@finalfantasyvii) October 8, 2023
"Created by creative director Tetsuya Nomura, this artwork represents the three worlds that form the axis of the story in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth," the tweet reads. "Sephiroth is at the centre, as he represents the instigator of the events of the past.
"Cloud and Zack are on the side as they represent their destinies being torn apart by Sephiroth. The image of blood, fire, and red that evokes Sephiroth stains the sky and spreads over the world. The subtle red shade in the logo is also inspired by the same imagery."
Square Enix often likes to get a little grand and philosophical (and perhaps weird) when it comes to Final Fantasy. It explained what was long considered a plot hole in the first game as Aerith having vague memories of future events, for example.
After going quiet on the long-awaited sequel for around a year, the developer also took to Twitter in June to share some insightful and bizarre updates.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's February 29 release date is getting closer though, and fans are finally learning more and more about the game. Square Enix confirmed it will feature new story content centred around Zack, and perhaps even incorporate backstory for Sephiroth included in mobile game Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis.
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