Speedrunners Discover Trick to Save Aerith in FF7
Final Fantasy VII has always been a game that captures the hearts of gamers. One of the most emotional moments in the game is the tragic death of Aerith. For years, players have wondered if there was a way to save her. Well, it seems like speedrunners have finally cracked the code. They discovered a way to keep Aerith alive until the end of the game, which not only changes the narrative but also saves a significant amount of time during speedruns.
The Discovery
Speedrunners AceZephyr and Kuma, along with Luzbel, have found a new skip that allows players to bypass the part of the game where Aerith leaves the group. This skip takes players from Midgar directly to the City of the Ancients, keeping Aerith alive. Interestingly, she can witness her own death by Sephiroth and then participate in the battle against Jenova Life.
How It Works
The skip is complex and still being refined. It involves using a Chocobo on the world map to walk on the ocean. Cloud can then reach the Lost City without the usual steps. The cutscene plays as normal, and the group remains intact. However, there are challenges to overcome.
- You need a game version that allows disabling random encounters. If a fight triggers while walking on water, the game crashes.
- Aerith causes a freeze whenever she appears in the group when she shouldn't.
The FFVII speedrun community is working hard to solve these issues. If they succeed, this method could save speedrunners about two hours, making the first disc of the PlayStation game faster than ever.
Revisiting Final Fantasy VII
If this story has rekindled your interest in Final Fantasy VII, you don't need to speedrun the original. The FF7 Remake and Rebirth offer a slightly different take on the original story. This reinterpretation will conclude in the third part of a trilogy that promises to be memorable in gaming history.
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