“It’d be my honour.”

“I’d like to believe you’re a lock for the next title?”

he asked, adding this is more of a “gentleman’s agreement” than an official reveal.

Close up of Final Fantasy composer Nobuo Uematsu on blue background

“It’d be my honour,” replied Uematsu.

“Really I’m honoured you’re even extending the offer.”

“What are you gonna do?”

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The confirmation follows recent interviews with Uematsu that hinted towards the end of his career.

“You would have to give it full throttle for two or three years.

Uematsu reiterated this in the new video, when discussing his contribution to Rebirth.

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“it’s crucial that you be in peak condition, physically and mentally.

It’s like running a marathon full-speed the whole way.

Before, games were smaller in scale, plus I was young and full of energy.

It’s sad, if I’m being honest.”

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirthreleased last month to great critical acclaim.

More than ever, this is a world that deserves saving,” reads ourFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth review.