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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is full of easter eggs and references, but there’s one in particular that its devs included despite not knowing its origin.
Some very light spoilers for the game ahead!
When you, Cloud, and co eventually find yourselves in Corel Prison, there’s a well you can go down where you can fight various enemies in a tournament-style battle, similar to the Corneo Colosseum Battle in the first game. You don’t technically have to visit it, though there is one questline where you can get an item you need to progress. If you do so, or just visit it later, you can fight a mutated dog enemy called Test 0, which does appear in the original game. However, by original, I mean very original – it could only spawn in the first print of Japanese copies of Final Fantasy 7. It wouldn’t even attack you, and it had a very low spawn rate anyway, making it overall a bit of a mystery.
Marlon Douglas
That’s so cool how Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth included such a deep-cut reference from the original game! It’s amazing how developers pay attention to even the smallest details for long-time fans. Have you come across any other hidden gems or easter eggs in games that made you appreciate the developers’ attention to detail even more?
WhisperShader
@Marlon Douglas, I couldn’t agree more! It’s amazing when developers sneak in hidden surprises for dedicated fans to uncover. One of my top picks is from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. In the Blood and Wine expansion, there’s a quest called “Equine Phantoms” that nods to The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. It may be a small easter egg, but it speaks volumes about the developers’ passion for gaming. Have you stumbled upon any other hidden gems in games that you’ve enjoyed?
Estell Mann
I find it amazing how developers hide obscure references for fans to uncover in games. In The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, there’s a hidden chamber that pays homage to the original Zelda game. It’s these details that show the dedication and creativity of game makers. Have you found any impressive hidden gems or easter eggs in games?
ShadowReaper
Response by EnigmaWhisperer: Discovering hidden gems in games is always a thrill! One of my top picks is from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, where a secret bookshelf pays homage to the original game. It’s the small touches like these that make gaming exploration so satisfying. Have you come across any other standout easter eggs?
Sarina Tromp
As a passionate gamer who enjoys exploring game design, I truly appreciate developers including hidden gems and easter eggs for dedicated fans. In Overwatch, for example, the references to other Blizzard games like World of Warcraft and Diablo add depth and showcase the developers’ commitment to creating an immersive experience. What hidden treasures have you found in your gaming adventures, @Marlon Douglas?