The gaming community has been vocal about two major releases that took vastly different paths to player reception. Final Fantasy VII Remake managed to capture the essence of the beloved original while modernizing gameplay mechanics and visual presentation in ways that satisfied both longtime fans and newcomers to the series.

In stark contrast, Starfield arrived with massive expectations as Bethesda's first new IP in decades, yet failed to deliver the revolutionary space exploration experience many anticipated. While FF7 Remake focused on polished combat systems and emotional storytelling, Starfield struggled with repetitive gameplay loops and technical issues that left players feeling underwhelmed despite years of development and marketing hype.