PS Plus subscribers are set for a surprise upgrade on their free digital copy of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake. The PS4 edition will become the next-gen PS5 edition, and here’s how players can upgrade to it.

The free version wasn’t the upgraded PS5 version though, as that was being used to push sales for Final Fantasy 7 Remake: Intergrade. However, it seems like enough time has passed now, and PS5 owners can now experience the game’s true form for nothing.

Here’s how you can upgrade your copy of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake.

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For players that already own the free, PS Plus version of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake, you won’t have to do anything apart from an update. The patch to convert the game into the newer version will either download automatically or need to be activated manually based on your settings.

Once complete, players should be able to enjoy all the new featuresSquare Enixadded to the PS5 version.

Many games receive some kind of free upgrade to improve the game’s visuals, load times, and add new features to make use of the newer console’s power.

The Final Fantasy 7 Remake is no different, and beneficiaries of the PS5 upgrade will experience the following:

Other minor improvements are also sprinkled throughout, making this the most complete Final Fantasy 7 Remake to date. Final Fantasy fans will have plenty on their plate to keep them occupied untilthe story continues.

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