Compilation of Final Fantasy VII

The Compilation of Final Fantasy VII is a series of multimedia projects related to the Final Fantasy VII video game. This compilation was initiated by Square Enix to expand the universe of Final Fantasy VII beyond the original game, delving into its backstory, characters, and lore through various media formats.

History and Development

The idea for the Compilation began to take shape in the early 2000s. It was officially announced in 2003 with the intention to explore new stories and aspects of the Final Fantasy VII world that were not covered in the original game. Here are key components of the Compilation:

Advent Children: Released in 2005, this CGI film serves as a sequel to the original game, focusing on the aftermath of Cloud Strife's defeat of Sephiroth.
Before Crisis: A mobile game released in 2004, set six years before the events of the original game, it tells the story of the Turk Soldiers and introduces the backstory of Vincent Valentine.
Dirge of Cerberus: A third-person shooter game released in 2006, it follows Vincent Valentine three years after the events of Advent Children.
Crisis Core: Released in 2007 for the PSP, this action RPG acts as a prequel, detailing the life of Zack Fair and the events leading up to Final Fantasy VII.
Last Order: An original video animation (OVA) released in 2005, it retells the Nibelheim Incident from the perspective of Zack Fair and Cloud Strife.

Context and Impact

The Compilation of Final Fantasy VII has had a significant impact on the Final Fantasy series:

It expanded the lore, providing depth to characters and the world that fans had grown to love.
The Compilation introduced new gameplay mechanics and storytelling methods, such as the real-time action combat in Crisis Core or the unique narrative approach of Before Crisis.
It paved the way for future Square Enix projects to utilize multimedia storytelling, influencing other franchises to adopt similar strategies.
The success of Advent Children helped reignite interest in the Final Fantasy VII universe, leading to discussions and eventual announcements regarding the Final Fantasy VII Remake.

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