Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth director asks PC players to avoid "offensive or inappropriate" mods

FF7 Rebirth's director urges modders to avoid offensive content.

: Naoki Hamaguchi, director of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, requests that PC players refrain from creating offensive mods for the upcoming game release. The game is set to launch on January 23, 2025, and despite no official mod support, the modding community is encouraged to be creative but respectful. While DLC was considered, the focus remains on completing the trilogy, though fan feedback could influence additional content post-launch. Enhanced lighting will feature in the PC version, with improvements already being shared by fans.

Naoki Hamaguchi, the director of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, has made a public request for PC players not to develop or use 'offensive or inappropriate' mods for the game upon its scheduled release on January 23, 2025. This announcement follows the game's reveal during The Game Awards, with the director acknowledging the modding community's creativity yet urging them to remain respectful.

Despite the game's potential for extensive modding, due to its predecessor's popularity with mods, the development team has no current plans to include official mod support. Although a DLC concept was initially considered similar to the Yuffie INTERmission, the priority is on completing the trilogy, echoing sentiments from Final Fantasy 16's producers who similarly warned against inappropriate modding.

Enhanced lighting features will be introduced in the PC version of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, with gamers already showcasing these improvements on social media. Additionally, Square Enix has disclosed the game's technical specifications, especially focusing on optimizing for the Steam Deck, encouraging fans' comparisons and feedback.

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