The gaming world is abuzz with the news of Vincent Valentine making an epic return in Final Fantasy 7: Rebirh. For diehard fans of the classic game, this is nothing short of incredible. After a mysteriously absent 14 years, the beloved character is finally returning to the series, bringing an element of unexpected drama.
Vincent Valentine first appeared in Final Fantasy VII in 1997 where he was presented as a former Turk who has lived longer than his human provenance due to being injected with a prototype of Jenova cells. Although his life prior to the events of the game were never officially revealed, hints throughout the game pointed to tragedy and loss that he had suffered in his past. In the original game, his role involved primarily supporting the protagonist, Cloud Strife, throughout the story in a variety of ways.
Vincent Valentine’s reemergence of this classic character in Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth has been met with enthusiasm by both old, faithful followers of the franchise as well as those who are just discovering his story. Director Tetsuya Nomura has revealed that Vincent’s journey will now extend back to his original history, and we may finally get to experience the complete story of Vincent Valentine. This Simulated Reality version of Vincent will also bring new and interesting combat mechanics to the game, as Nomura has referred to Vincent as an “enhanced beast.” Vincent Valentine’s character is highly customizable in the game, allowing players to shape the character according to their own playstyle.
Be sure to look out for Vincent Valentine’s return in the upcoming Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth. With his mysterious past and unique combat capabilities, he is sure to offer players an exciting new experience. As the protagonist of the game, Vincent’s story looks to be one of the most important parts of Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth- and one that fans have been eagerly anticipating for many years!