Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Rise of the Ronin May Not be the Failures We Were Lead to Believe

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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Rise of the Ronin May Not be the Failures We Were Lead to Believe

In the world of video games, few titles are as beloved as the Final Fantasy series. Players expect any title in the series, even if it’s a remake, to bring in the best experience possible. This was especially true for its latest installment, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Ever since its release, this remake of the beloved original title has been under intense pressure as players and critics were quick to consider it a flop. However, the recent announcement about the best-selling games in the first half of 2024 (Japan only) cleared all the doubts about a few games.

The Sales of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Rise of the Ronin Surprising the Community

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Defied all expectations and is the best seller in Japan. | Image Credit: Square Enix

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth has sold a total of 339,000 physical units in Japan alone (in the first half of 2024). These numbers not only surprised everyone but also showed the impact of the game on the gaming community. These kinds of sales figures highlight that the game was able to bring a high level of engagement and enthusiasm among players.

The success of the game helped change many players’ perceptions of the titles as it was deemed a flop and not worth it by critics. The initial reviews were mixed, but the game’s current commercial success shows that there can be a huge difference between critical reports and player satisfaction.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is the best selling game in the whole of Japan for the first half of 2024!

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– It has sold 339k physical units in Japan so far!

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Fans of the title are asking who said the game will be a flop.

So reminder why everyone says this game “flopped”?

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Alongside Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, another game that has defied expectations is Rise of the Ronin. The game is ranked 15th on the top-selling list with 128,110 copies sold and has also contributed to Team Ninja’s success in the gaming industry. This game has garnered praise for its innovative gameplay mechanics and multiplayer elements.

The unexpected success (in the eyes of critics) of both these titles shows that the game can carry different weights for each individual. As players continue to embrace the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for its immersive storyline, and beautiful visuals, while paying homage to the original, it is clear that sometimes players have to try the game themselves and not simply follow the critic’s word.

Fans Learning the Lesson and Looking Ahead

Rise of the Ronin also surprised many fans as it broke the top 15 mark with decent sales. | Image Credit: Team Ninja

The gaming industry is known for its fast-changing pace, so it is always uncertain what game will find success. Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth‘s journey has been nothing sort of a miracle as it fought criticism but came out the other end winning. This was also the case for Team Ninja’s Rise of the Ronin.

The success of both games will serve as a reminder for everyone that the true value and potential of a game can truly be found after its launch window. In modern video games, with the trend of ongoing updates and expansions, the perception of any game can be changed in a few seconds.

In the end, the future is looking bright for the fans who are eagerly waiting for new adventures in these beloved franchises.

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