FF7 Revelation Director Fought Hard for Physical Disc Release [2026 Update]

As originally reported by IGN Articles, Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi has publicly addressed fan concerns regarding the absence of a full disc-based physical release for the upcoming remake chapter. Speaking candidly in an interview with Radio Times, Hamaguchi acknowledged that the broader is accelerating toward a 'future where physical media is essentially disc-less,' but stressed that his personal attachment to physical editions motivated him to advocate internally for at least a partial disc release. Hamaguchi recalled purchasing physical games throughout his childhood and expressed that for titles he is deeply invested in, owning a tangible copy remains meaningful — including gifting physical copies to collaborators. His transparency reflects a wider industry inflection point, where publishers increasingly favor digital distribution economics over physical logistics. This tension between developer sentiment and corporate publishing strategy is becoming a defining narrative heading into the next console generation cycle, echoing broader conversations about gaming preservation and consumer ownership rights that have intensified across the industry in recent months.