Final Fantasy VII Rebirth [PS5] Review and Longplay pt. 6

Part 6: Chapters 11 & 12 played through by DashingDerek.

Part 1: https://youtu.be/9Lyy9HGzrMw
Part 2: https://youtu.be/5so8AEPlriE
Part 3: https://youtu.be/vpc3rrggF-I
Part 4: https://youtu.be/zNzuGwYDOso
Part 5: https://youtu.be/wyt04hQWTPE
Part 6: https://youtu.be/IGklBzo0hqI
Part 7:

Written tutorial/walkthrough: https://retro-replay.com/guides/final-fantasy-7-rebirth-walkthrough/
Review here:

Chapter Synopsis

Chapter 11

In the eleventh chapter of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, titled “The Long Shadow of Shinra,” Cloud and his companions arrive in Nibelheim, a town eerily reconstructed after a mysterious incident. As they explore the altered village, Cloud is haunted by visions of Sephiroth and memories of his friend Zack. The group soon discovers that to enter the enigmatic Shinra Manor, they must first secure permission from the deputy commissioner atop Mt. Nibel.

The journey to the reactor’s peak is arduous, filled with fierce battles and grim discoveries. After defeating the Diabolic Variant boss and retrieving the ID card needed to access Shinra Manor, the perspective shifts to Cait Sith, who must navigate a series of puzzles and traps to free the imprisoned party members. As the group delves deeper into the manor’s secrets, they uncover a sinister plot involving the scientist Hojo and encounter the mysterious Vincent, who transforms into the Galian Beast during a intense battle. With newfound focus on the Gold Saucer and the Keystone relic, the party sets their sights on the next leg of their adventure.

Chapter 12

In Chapter 12 of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, titled “A Golden Key,” the party journeys back to the Gold Saucer by sea using Cid’s transformed aeroplane. Upon arrival, they seek out Dio to obtain the Keystone, a crucial item for their quest. To win the Keystone, Cloud must participate in the Musclehead Colosseum, and the night before the competition, he goes on a date with the character he has developed the closest bond with throughout the game.

The story then shifts focus to Zack, who is caring for the other Cloud and Aerith, before returning to the Gold Saucer for the competition. After facing regular enemies and Don Corneo riding Abzu, the party’s victory is short-lived as Elena and Rude steal the Keystone with the help of Cait Sith. A series of battles ensue, including a one-on-one fight between Cloud and Shinra president Rufus. The party then pursues Cait Sith, only to witness his betrayal as he hands the Keystone over to Shinra. Determined to follow the Shinra helicopter, the group boards the Tiny Bronco and sets off on the next leg of their adventure.

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