The original Final Fantasy VII game was released, which laid the groundwork and universe for Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children.
Square Enix officially announced the development of the CGI film Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children.
Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children was released in theaters in Japan, introducing fans to the CGI sequel to the beloved game.
The film was released on DVD, expanding its reach to a wider international audience.
Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children Complete, an extended and remastered edition of the film, was released.
Cloud Strife returns to Midgar after the events of the original game, seeking to live a quiet life while struggling with his past and the lingering effects of Mako poisoning.
A mysterious disease called Geostigma begins to spread among the population, affecting many who were exposed to Mako or Jenova cells.
The remnants of Sephiroth, manifesting as three mysterious figures named Kadaj, Loz, and Yazoo, begin their search for Jenova to resurrect Sephiroth.
Kadaj attempts to retrieve Jenova's severed head from the Shinra Mansion to resurrect Sephiroth properly, leading to confrontations with Cloud and his allies.
Cloud mounts a defense to stop Kadaj and his followers from resurrecting Sephiroth and spreading destruction across Midgar.
Kadaj merges with the remnants of Jenova cells to fully resurrect Sephiroth, resulting in a climactic battle with Cloud and friends.
Cloud defeats the resurrected Sephiroth, ending his threat and protecting the future of the world.
The world begins to heal from the scars of the past, including the Geostigma illness, as Cloud and his friends look forward to rebuilding and peace.
