Vincent And Cid Will Merely Be NPCs in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth

The decision to exclude Cid and Vincent from combat in FF7**Rebirth stems from a desire to preserve fresh experiences and surprises for players in the trilogy's concluding installment. Hamaguchi expressed that deploying all the playable characters in the second game would diminish the impact and novelty of introducing new characters in the final chapter. This is a strategic choice that suggests that fans can look forward to Cid and Vincent potentially joining the fray as fully playable characters in the trilogy's last entry.

Despite their absence from combat, both are promised to have significant roles. By way of dedicated side quests, players will have the opportunity to explore the depths of Cid and Vincent's characters beyond the battle system. This approach ensures that while they may not be fighting alongside the main party, their presence and contribution to the game's narrative and world-building remain impactful.

As FF7**Rebirth approaches its release, with a demo already available to players, anticipation continues to build for how these and other characters will be reimagined within the remake's expansive world.

This development may come as a surprise to some fans, given the expectations set by their roles in the original Final Fantasy 7. Nonetheless, the decision to save some characters for later installments aligns with the creative team's vision for a trilogy that aims to surprise audiences with each new chapter.

In the meantime, fans can enjoy the firstFF7 Rebirthdemo with a second demo coming on February 21.