Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's new card game echoes Gwent

Gamers excited for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth have something more to look forward to with the announcement of a new strategic card game called Queen's Blood, which appears similar to Gwent from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. In a demo showcased to Game Informer, Cloud and his companions stumbled upon an NPC in a newly introduced city, Crow's Nest, who mentioned the engaging pastime. With scarce details released, Square Enix employees hinted at strategic deck-building gameplay that players can enjoy globally in the game, challenging NPCs of varying skill levels.

This minigame bears resemblance to The Witcher 3's Gwent, also a deck-builder that became popular enough to inspire stand-alone games and spin-offs. With RPG fans already hooked on in-game card mechanics, Queen's Blood is set to be a significant addition to Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's immersive world, adding depth to its side activities. The minigame is expected to be a draw for players when the game launches on February 29, 2024.

Besides the card game, Square Enix has continuously revealed more about the upcoming title, including new story elements involving Zack, potential insights into Sephiroth's backstory from the mobile game Ever Crisis, and an ESRB rating that teased mature content. As the release date inches closer, fans have a plethora of content to anticipate, which includes fresh cities to explore and more insights into the intriguing storyline.

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will include various minigames, one of which is the newly announced strategic card game called Queen's Blood, likened to Gwent from The Witcher 3. Details on other specific minigames have yet to be fully disclosed, but players can expect a range of activities to enrich their experience in the expansive RPG world.