Final Fantasy VII Revelation adds automatic character level-up option
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Final Fantasy VII Revelation will include an option to automatically level up characters, director Naoki Hamaguchi told IGN Japan at Tokyo Game Show 2026. Hamaguchi said the feature is intended to let players experience the game’s story without needing to grind through difficult battles or numerous side quests. IGN reported that Hamaguchi received feedback from players who had trouble finishing previous entries because they were underleveled and did not want to grind. The report also said the auto-level option has prompted disagreement within the broader gaming community.
- What happened: IGN Japan reported that Final Fantasy VII Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi announced at Tokyo Game Show 2026 that the game will include an option to automatically level up characters.
- Why it matters: Hamaguchi said the option is aimed at players who want to reach major story beats without grinding through tough battles or extensive side content, per IGN.
- Context: IGN described Final Fantasy VII Revelation as narrative-focused and reported Hamaguchi received player feedback that some people struggled with past games due to being underleveled and unwilling to complete many side quests.
- What next: IGN’s report does not specify implementation details, availability timing, whether the option will be on by default, or how it will interact with game modes—those specifics were not confirmed in the article.
What changed
Naoki Hamaguchi, director of Final Fantasy VII Revelation, told IGN Japan at Tokyo Game Show 2026 that the title will offer an option to automatically level up characters so players can progress to major story beats without grinding. IGN reported Hamaguchi made the remark during an interview and framed the option as a response to player feedback.
Limits
- IGN’s coverage does not provide technical or design details about how automatic leveling will function (for example, whether it adjusts stats, equipment, or abilities).
- The report does not state whether the option will be enabled by default, whether it will be available across all platforms or modes, or any release timing tied specifically to the feature.
- IGN also noted that the auto-level option has divided opinions within the community; the article did not attempt to quantify that disagreement.