Final Fantasy 7 Universe Expands as Official Novel Dear Destiny Gets Western Release Date
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Square Enix has announced that the English translation of the official Final Fantasy 7 novel, Dear Destiny, will launch worldwide on January 28, 2027, with physical and digital editions available for pre-order now.
The sprawling narrative universe of the Final Fantasy 7 remake project is growing once again. Square Enix has officially confirmed that the upcoming English translation of the official tie-in novel, Dear Destiny, will launch worldwide on January 28, 2027. Written by scenario writer Kazushige Nojima, the book serves as a direct sequel to Traces of Two Pasts. Fans looking to secure a copy can already place pre-orders, with physical retail editions priced at $26.99 and digital versions available for a more affordable $14.99.
For lore enthusiasts and players tracking every detail across the modern trilogy, this release is essential reading. The novel dives deep into the formative backstories of Aerith Gainsborough and Tifa Lockhart, exploring their lives in the years leading up to the main events of the iconic RPG. Additionally, the book features a bonus short story detailing Cloud Strife's early days as a Shinra trooper, offering valuable context that bridges the gap before the final installment of the remake project hits shelves.
This literary drop arrives right as excitement reaches a fever pitch for the franchise. Between upcoming game releases and extensive post-launch content plans, Square Enix is keeping the community well-supplied with new material. As reported by Game Rant, this upcoming book gives players plenty of story depth to unpack while waiting for the final chapter of the trilogy to arrive.
Tags: Final Fantasy 7, Square Enix, Gaming News, RPG, Books
Original article: Game Rant