As of April 2026, the Final Fantasy VII ecosystem on Nintendo consoles has expanded significantly. Whether you’re playing the 1997 original or the newly released Remake and Rebirth ports, there are critical updates you should know about.
1. The Original FFVII: Capture Your Favorite Moments (Finally!) FINAL FANTASY VII Switch NSP Update (eShop)
For years, certain scenes—most notably the pivotal moment at the Forgotten Capital—were blocked from the Switch's internal capture button to prevent spoilers. With the update, you can now record video and take screenshots of the entire game, including the ending, without needing an external capture card. 2. FFVII Rebirth : The Demo is LIVE As of April 2026, the Final Fantasy VII
You can play through the first two chapters of the story. As of April 2026