Summary
While the 2023 Game Awards offered a plethora of information, a single announcement involvingApex LegendsandFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirthis garnering quite a bit of attention. It’s no secret that fans of Square Enix’s JRPG franchise are eagerly awaitingFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth’s arrival, which is currently slated for February 2024. However, few could have anticipated the January 9 crossover betweenFinal FantasyandApex Legends.
Since it was only recently revealed thatApex Legendsis crossing over withFinal Fantasy 7, details remain scarce. As 2024 draws nearer, it’s expected that more information will be divulged. Regardless, whether one is a fan ofFinal FantasyorApex Legends,this collaboration has the potential to be incredibly special for everyone involved, seeing as it’s the biggest crossover in the game’s history.
This Collaboration Could Be the First Step Apex Legends Needs
It should be noted thatApex Legendshas participated in limited-time events before. After all, the2022Apex LegendsGaiden eventwas very popular when it debuted its anime-themed cosmetics and game modes. While the Gaiden event was visually appealing and attracted many players, it’s important to note that it wasn’t an official crossover. This means that the event’s cosmetics, though heavily inspired by anime characters, couldn’t be directly associated with them. For example, Bangalore’s Epic Soldier of Justice skin can only be stated as loosely based onSailor Moon,whereas Crypto’s Epic Strength and Power skin is merely a reference to Goku fromDragon Ball.
Interestingly, this isn’t the first timeApex Legendshas incorporated elements from other franchises without engaging in an official partnership. This includes, but isn’t limited to:
Apex Legendshas also had official crossovers. TheFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirthcollaboration will not be its first.
Apex Legends' Partnership With Final Fantasy Could Be A Sign of Things to Come
Based on the footage from The Game Awards, there will be at least three new skins to behold. This includes Crypto as Cloud Strife, Horizon as Aerith Gainsborough, and Wraith as Vincent Valentine. Aside from these cosmetics, fans have been speculating that weaponry fromFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirthwill be usable inApex Legends. This theory is based on the fact thatCloud’s Buster Swordis shown being lifted by Crypto in the trailer. This scene, coupled with Crypto performing Cloud’s “Braver” Limit Break, has sparked quite a bit of excitement about the possibility of the famed sword becoming a limited-time weapon.
This includes Crypto as Cloud Strife, Horizon as Aerith Gainsborough, and Wraith as Vincent Valentine.
Transcending simple nods to other IPs, this crossover should pave the way for more exciting collaborations inApex Legends. Following on the heels of thePost Malone xApex Legendseventin November, this may be an ideal way for Respawn Entertainment to continue the battle royale’s upward trajectory. Considering that there were no leaks before theFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirthcollaboration, it seems anything is possible. As such, only time will tell what captivating surprises awaitApex Legendsin the seasons to come.
