Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Streamlined Progression update now available on PS5 and Steam, FSR added on PC

by Mikhail Madnani on 03 June, 2026

Square Enix has launched the Final Fantasy VII Rebirth PS5 and Steam update bringing Streamlined Progression to both versions alongside the lighting improvements to the PS5 version today.

The update is live as 1.090.000 on PS5 (7.178GB on my PS5 Pro) and 1.005 on Steam (55GB on my Steam Deck and 84GB on my ROG Ally installs). This brings the PS5 and Steam version to the same level as Xbox and Switch 2 when it comes to in-game features. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth won Best Music in RPG Site's Best of 2024 Awards. You can read about it and more here. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is now available on PlayStation 5 and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). Read my full platform comparison here and our PS5 review here.

You can find the full patch notes below for the Steam version:

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth PS5 and Steam June 2026 patch notes
Update

“Streamlined Progression Feature”

“New Game - Head Start”
Both options are now available.
The Streamlined Progression feature includes several enhancement options to streamline combat and exploration—like unlimited HP and MP at all times, 9,999 damage dealt to enemies during battles and minigames, and the maximum number of each item available (with some exceptions)—which can be tailored to suit the player’s preferences. The feature helps you advance through the game smoothly, not only during your first playthrough but also when you replay it.
"New Game - Head Start" allows you to start the game with level 65 characters (max level: 70) equipped with several enhanced materia.
The PC version now also supports AMD FSR upscaling, enabling more stable and detailed image processing.
We hope you apply this latest update and utilize these features to enjoy FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH’s story and refreshed game experience.
*The Streamlined Progression feature can be toggled on or off for each option at any time from the in-game options menu.
*This update also includes additional minor bug fixes.