In an interview in Edge issue 405, Hamaguchi discussed the impact of Yoshinori Kitase, director of the original Final Fantasy 7 and producer of the remakes, stating that while he was more than willing to take Kitase’s advice and perspective on board, FF7R would not be a game designed by committee.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Director Naoki Hamaguchi on making one of 2024’s greatest games
