Summary:
- The director of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Tetsuya Nomura, anticipated a "mixed reaction" to the game's controversial ending, but wanted to avoid simply providing fan service.
- Nomura explained that the team wanted to surprise players and challenge their expectations, rather than just giving them what they expected or wanted.
- The director acknowledged that some fans may be unhappy with the direction the remake is taking, but stated that the team is focused on creating a new experience that will keep players engaged and interested.