Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is officially bringing back its controversial but popular Streamlined Progression features in 2026, including the long-requested constant 9999 max damage toggle. The confirmation comes directly from Square Enix, ending weeks of speculation around the newly teased “boost function.”
Square Enix confirmed that Streamlined Progression will launch alongside the Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2 versions on June 3, 2026, with the same features patched into the PS5 and PC (Steam) versions at the same time. The goal is simple: reduce grind, speed up progression, and give players full control over how they experience Rebirth’s massive campaign.
9999 Damage, Full Gauges, and Faster Progress
The headline feature is the Constant Max Damage option, which lets every attack hit for 9999 damage. Combined with always-full ATB, Limit, and Synergy gauges, even Rebirth’s toughest bosses become trivial. Square Enix also confirmed boosts that dramatically accelerate leveling, materia growth, and resource collection.
Confirmed Streamlined Progression options include:
- Constant Max HP and MP
- ATB Gauge Always Full
- Limit Gauge Always Full
- Constant Max Synergy
- Constant Max Damage (9999)
- Max Damage in minigames
- 2× EXP and 3× AP gain
- Easy weapon ability unlocks
- Increased materials and Gil
- Max materia levels and recovery items
These options mirror what players saw in Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, with additional tweaks aimed at Rebirth’s larger scope.
Achievements and Trophies Will Likely Be Easier
While Square Enix has not explicitly confirmed how these toggles interact with achievements, history suggests little restriction. In Remake Intergrade, trophies remained obtainable even with Streamlined Progression enabled. If that approach carries over, Rebirth’s notoriously demanding Platinum Trophy may finally become realistic for more players.
The response echoes past debates. Many players welcome the options as modern, optional “cheat codes” that respect limited playtime and accessibility needs. Others argue the features undermine the value of completing Hard Mode legitimately. Square Enix appears comfortable with that tradeoff, prioritizing player choice over enforced difficulty.
Release Timing and Price Update
The Streamlined Progression patch arrives the same day as the Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2 launches—June 3, 2026. Ahead of that release, Square Enix has already applied a permanent price drop on PS5, aligning it with upcoming platform versions.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is a long, demanding RPG. By reintroducing Streamlined Progression, Square Enix ensures newcomers, returning fans, and achievement hunters can tailor the experience without friction. Whether you embrace the 9999 damage toggle or ignore it entirely, Rebirth now offers more flexibility than ever—without forcing a single “right” way to play. Play Now!
