A newly discovered glitch in the original Final Fantasy 7 has been found, allowing players to bypass a significant portion of the game and go straight to a major plot twist. While I won’t spoil the surprise, fans of the game will know exactly what I’m referring to.
The glitch specifically involves the character Aerith and gives players the ability to prevent her untimely demise. However, this means that Aerith will have to witness her own death and participate in a battle against the mother of her killer. The glitch was shared by speedrunner Luzbel on Twitter and discovered by AceZephyr and Kuma.
Unlike traditional cheats, this glitch involves a complex game mechanic that allows players to navigate the terrain by mounting and dismounting a chocobo on the world map. By using this method, players can essentially skip ahead to a later part of the game, known as the Forgotten Capital.
It’s important to note that players who use this glitch may find themselves underleveled for the challenges that lie ahead. Additionally, there is a risk of encountering a softlock during a cutscene if Aerith is in the party when she shouldn’t be. Despite these drawbacks, fans who have longed to save Aerith can finally celebrate this discovery.
In recent years, the Final Fantasy 7 Remake project has revisited this pivotal moment in the game as part of a trilogy remake. While the fate of Aerith in the remake remains a point of contention among fans, series producer Yoshinori Kitase has assured players that the remake won’t betray the original game’s loyal fanbase.
Kitase expressed his desire to bring a new sense of joy and satisfaction to players who have been revisiting the game 27 years later. He teased that there are new elements in the remake project that will offer a fresh experience for both new and longtime fans of the series. Fans can look forward to experiencing these changes in the upcoming installments of the remake trilogy.
