Square Enix shared extra details about a number of the characters and gameplay mechanics within the upcoming Crisis Core FFVII Reunion. In addition to beforehand described parts, Reno and Rude of the Turks have been re-introduced, as was Professor Hojo. There’s additionally a recent clarification of options like Missions and the Digital Mind Wave system. [Thanks, Game Watch!]

Reno and Rude are companions and members of the Turks, a gaggle inside Shinra Electric Power Company’s Public Safety Division. Reno (CV: Keiji Fujiwara) is gaudy-looking and conceited. Meanwhile, Rude (CV: Taiten Kusunoki) is compassionate, regardless of being quiet and seemingly unapproachable. Professor Hojo (CV: Shigeru Chiba) heads Shinra’s science division. He leads the Jenova Project and is deeply concerned with SOLDIER analysis, typically conducting experiments on people.

Of explicit be aware concerning these character introductions is that Reno will nonetheless be voiced by Keiji Fujiwara. Fujiwara, who offered the Japanese voice for Reno all through a lot of the Final Fantasy VII collection, died of most cancers in April 2020.

Square Enix additionally talked extra about Crisis Core FFVII Reunion gameplay. For instance, missions will likely be given to Zack Fair, a member of SOLDIER and the sport’s protagonist, by each the Shinra Company and the townsfolk. These are separate from the sport’s most important storyline and can reward gamers with objects equivalent to Materia, with more durable missions providing higher rewards.

Furthermore, the Digital Mind Wave (DMW) capabilities as the sport’s Limit Break system. When used, slot wheels will spin routinely throughout battle. If they cease on matching patterns, Zack can obtain buffs and carry out Limit Break assaults. The DMW also can enter Summon and Chocobo Modes. During these modes, the reels’ patterns all turn out to be both summons or creatures, relying on the mode. Should all three patterns match when the reels cease, the summon/creature proven is named into battle to unleash a robust assault. However, if the reels don’t cease on matching portraits whereas in Chocobo Mode, it’s going to set off a Dud, dealing harm to Zack and inflicting him with Stun.

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion will launch for the Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on December 13, 2022.