Is Final Fantasy 7 turn-based or real-time?

The original Final Fantasy VII uses a pseudo-turn-based system called Active Time Battle (ATB), where a gauge fills in real-time, allowing menu selections, but it's time-based, not strictly turn-based like older games; the Final Fantasy VII Remake series shifts this to a hybrid action RPG with real-time combat that slows into tactical mode for commands, while FF7 Rebirth leans even more into real-time action.
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Is Final Fantasy 7 a turn-based game?

No, the original Final Fantasy VII isn't strictly turn-based; it uses the Active Time Battle (ATB) system, which blends real-time action with command selection, where characters act as their ATB gauges fill, allowing enemies to attack while you're choosing commands, unlike true turn-based games where turns are strictly sequential. The newer FF7 Remake series builds on this, offering a hybrid action-RPG system with a "Tactical Mode" that slows time for strategic menu choices, making it feel more like the original's pseudo-turn-based feel.
 
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Is Final Fantasy 7 real time?

The game also features an exceptional combat system, which combines fast-paced real time action with strategic menu-based commands. FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH also adds new Synergy abilities, where two members of the team can join forces in attacks that are as flashy as they are effective.
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Is Final Fantasy Real time turn-based?

The Active Time Battle (ATB) system was introduced in Final Fantasy IV and designed by Hiroyuki Ito. It is a pseudo-turn based system that adds the dimension of timing for commands. An ATB gauge tracks when party members are going to act.
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Is Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth real-time combat?

As a quick refresher, combat in Rebirth follows a quasi turn-based and real-time system, where regular attacks are performed in real time and casting spells or abilities uses the ``paused'' ATB system. There are improvements everywhere. Somewhere a dev looked at combat and said, ``how do we make this more impactful?''.
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Final Fantasy 7 Remake: Should You Play in Classic or Normal Battle Mode?

Does FF7 Rebirth have better combat than Remake?

So, to summarize, yes, it's mostly the same combat system as before, but with QoL improvements for Cloud and Aerith, and several new actions to perform, making the combat more involved. If you didn't like it in Remake, you'll like it even less in Rebirth. It's more demanding.
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What Final Fantasy game isn't turn-based?

While most Final Fantasy games use turn-based or hybrid systems, the main series games that are truly action-based and not turn-based include Final Fantasy XV, Final Fantasy XVI, and the Remake series (FF7 Remake/Rebirth). Final Fantasy XII also features a more automated, real-time "Gambit" system (Active Dimension Battle) rather than strict turns, while the MMOs (FFXI, FFXIV) are real-time as well.
 
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Is Barret a racist character?

RPGamer's content manager Shawn Bruckner took the discussion further, arguing that claims of Barret's presentation being racist was oversimplification of the character's portrayal, and stated that while he was in some aspects a stereotype, in others, such as his compassion towards his daughter or guilt regarding his ...
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Is Zack alive in Rebirth?

Yes, Zack Fair is alive in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, but not in the main timeline the party follows; he exists in an alternate reality where he survived his final stand, a result of the Whispers' defeat at the end of FF7 Remake, creating a complex multi-timeline narrative that runs parallel to Cloud's story. Players switch to Zack's perspective, experiencing his journey as he arrives in Midgar with a comatose Cloud, creating a significant divergence from the original game's events.
 
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How many hours to beat FF7?

The time to beat Final Fantasy VII (the original 1997 game) varies significantly, with main story runs averaging around 30-40 hours, while completionists can spend 60 to over 100 hours exploring all content, including optional bosses and grinding for stats and gear. The newer Final Fantasy VII Remake parts have similar ranges, with Remake (Part 1) main story at about 32 hours and Rebirth (Part 2) main story around 35-40 hours, but both easily extend to 80+ hours for full completion. 
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Is Denzel Tifa's son?

Tifa thinks of Denzel as her own son and she along with Marlene cared for him while he had Geostigma. In the Dead Fantasy series, it is unknown what Denzel's relationship will be with Tifa, but it is known that he still views her as a mother figure, just as he views Cloud as a father figure.
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What was the last Final Fantasy game that was turn-based?

The last mainline Final Fantasy game with traditional, fully turn-based combat was Final Fantasy X (FFX), released in 2001, which used its unique Conditional Turn-Based Battle (CTB) system. While subsequent games like FFXII, FFXIII, FFXV, and FFXVI introduced hybrid or real-time action combat, FFX remains the most recent core entry with distinct, deliberate turns, though Final Fantasy X-2 (2003) also featured a similar system.
 
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What is a CRPG vs RPG?

CRPG (Computer Role-Playing Game) originally distinguished PC/console RPGs from tabletop ones (TTRPGs) but now often means Classic RPGs: party-based, stat-heavy, narrative-focused games with tactical combat (turn-based or real-time with pause) like Baldur's Gate, contrasting with Action RPGs (ARPGs) like Diablo that emphasize reflexes and player skill, or broader RPGs like Skyrim (Western RPGs/WRPGs) that blend genres. 
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How long is the FF7 Remake?

Final Fantasy VII Remake (the first part of the series) takes about 30-40 hours for the main story, but can stretch to 80-100+ hours for completionists, especially with the hard mode New Game+ and the Yuffie DLC (Intergrade) adding 5-10 hours. Length varies heavily by playstyle, from rushing the story to doing every side quest, challenge, and materia upgrade. 
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What is the top 1 hardest game?

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What is the #1 game ever?

There's no single "#1 game ever" as it depends on criteria (sales, influence, ratings), but Tetris is often cited as the best-selling (520M+ copies across versions) and most accessible, while Minecraft (350M+ sold) and Grand Theft Auto V (220M+) lead modern sales. For critical acclaim, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time often tops lists, but Minecraft's cultural impact and longevity are huge. 
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What is the most realistic game to ever exist?

The "most realistic game ever" depends on the type of realism, but popular contenders include Kingdom Come: Deliverance (historical simulation), Senua's Saga: Hellblade II (visuals/emotion), The Last of Us Part II (graphics/narrative), and ultra-realistic shooters like BODYCAM, which use Unreal Engine 5 for photo-realism, creating intense immersion. For simulation, Euro Truck Simulator 2 is praised for its accurate driving experience. 
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What's the hardest Final Fantasy game?

The hardest Final Fantasy games often cited include Final Fantasy IV (DS version) for brutal difficulty spikes, Final Fantasy Tactics for its strategic depth and challenging map design, Final Fantasy II for its notorious grind, and Final Fantasy XI (FFXI) for its demanding MMO mechanics and near-unbeatable bosses like Absolute Virtue. Other tough contenders are the optional superbosses in FFVII (Emerald/Ruby Weapon), FFIX (RNG), and FFX (Dark Aeons/Penance), plus the challenging endgame of FFXIV. 
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Why was FF16 banned?

The most prevalent theories revolve around Final Fantasy 16's rumored inclusion of violence, drug use, and sexual content such as prostitution.
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What is the best RPG game of all time?

There's no single "best" RPG of all time, as it depends on player preference, but Baldur's Gate 3, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, Final Fantasy VII, and Chrono Trigger are consistently cited as contenders for the top spot across various lists, celebrated for deep stories, immersive worlds, player choice, and engaging combat, with newer games like Baldur's Gate 3 often praised for unmatched freedom and classic titles like Chrono Trigger for timeless design. 
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Can I skip FF7 Remake and play Rebirth?

You technically can play Final Fantasy VII Rebirth without playing Remake (there's a recap), but it's highly not recommended, as Rebirth is a direct continuation, assuming you've played Remake for character development, plot context, and understanding the story's new direction. Skipping Remake means missing crucial emotional investment, character understanding (like Zack Fair's role), and the nuances of the story diverging from the original FFVII. 
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How to get 9999 HP in FF7?

Multiple HP Plus Materia stack to up to double a character's base maximum HP, or up to the maximum HP of 9999. HP Plus is a requirement in most cases for characters to reach 9999 HP, and at higher levels, it is plausible to reach 9999 with a single HP Plus Materia equipped.
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Why did people not like FF15?

The game's biggest sin is that the story is outright incomplete, particularly without the Royal edition, and what IS there is spread across a couple of movies. The lore is great, and the start of a good story is there, but there's just too much missing.
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