Is FF7 still the top JRPG? This week's Inbox discusses the game's enduring popularity among fans and whether it has been surpassed by other titles.

The highly anticipated Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is set to be revealed at Gamescom Opening Night Live, and I couldn't be happier. However, I've noticed a lack of enthusiasm for the game and the entire remake trilogy in recent years. It's a real shame because, in my opinion, it's a fantastic remake and one of the best Japanese role-playing games of all time, even without its connection to the original game.

But I've begun to wonder if it's the original game that's holding back the hype. After all, it will be celebrating its 30th anniversary next year, and it takes a certain age to fully appreciate its significance. I don't think many people today would enjoy playing the original PS1 or PC version.

Final Fantasy 7's days of being the most popular Japanese role-player are long gone. Of course, the main reason for the remake is to introduce the game to a new generation. But I believe Square Enix has realized that many people either don't know the original or think they need to in order to appreciate the new version.

As someone who is of the right age, I don't see it that way. I think the first two games are fantastic and can be enjoyed by anyone, and I have high hopes for the third installment. Moving on to a different topic, while most fans are eagerly anticipating the release of GTA 6, I'm more interested in what comes after.

With Take-Two raking in an unimaginable amount of money, I can't help but wonder what they will do with all that profit. Of course, most of it will probably go towards executive bonuses, but I hope they invest at least 1% into creating new games. With the potential profits of GTA 6, even 1% can go a long way.

I read that Take-Two currently has 29 games in development, which is an impressive number. I was disappointed to hear about one game being cancelled, but I'm still hopeful that they have more exciting projects in the works, such as Bioshock 4. I do share some concerns that GTA 6 may be too big and overshadow other projects, especially if it includes user-generated content like Roblox.

But I'm choosing to remain optimistic and hope for the best-case scenario where GTA 6 is a huge success, allowing Take-Two to fund other projects without any worries. At least there's a chance, right? Moving on to a reader's feature about Mass Effect and BioWare, I wholeheartedly agree that it's time for BioWare to break away from EA's control.

Unfortunately, I don't think it's a realistic possibility. While Double Fine was able to leave Microsoft, they had to lay off employees just to stay afloat. I doubt they'll last much longer, especially since they're not making the same type of games anymore.

If BioWare were to split from EA, I don't think they would have the budget or resources to create a new Mass Effect game. As the reader mentioned, Mass Effect may be a big franchise, but it's not big enough to sustain itself without the support of a larger company. Sadly, our best chance for a new Mass Effect game is for BioWare to stay with EA, but even that doesn't seem very likely.

On a different note, regarding Sony's decision to go all-digital, I've seen some complaints from fans. But I want to remind everyone that Sony is simply following the trend of the majority. Digital sales have been consistently high, with 85% of sales being digital.

It's clear that most people are choosing to purchase games digitally, and we need to accept that times are changing. It's time to move away from the idea of every household owning expensive and space-consuming consoles, and embrace the future of streaming games from a central supercomputer. And finally, a fun thought for the future: when the Nintendo Switch 2 is released and done with in 10 years, I hope they name their next console Phoenix.

Just like how they revolutionized console gaming with the NES and Wii, I hope they continue to reinvent and innovate the industry. Let's see the competition follow suit. And let's be real, mandatory streaming of games will never be the future.

The upcoming Gamescom Opening Night Live is set to feature the highly anticipated Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, and I couldn't be more excited. However, I can't help but notice that there doesn't seem to be as much buzz surrounding the game or the entire remake trilogy in general. It's a shame because in my opinion, it's one of the best Japanese role-playing games of all time, regardless of its connection to the original.

But I have a theory as to why there isn't as much hype for the remake. I believe it's because of the original game itself. It's almost 30 years old now, and while it holds a special place in the hearts of many gamers, it may not have the same impact on newer generations.

And let's be real, not many people are going to have the same level of enjoyment playing the original PlayStation 1 or PC version. Final Fantasy 7 may have been the king of Japanese role-playing games in its time, but that time has passed. Of course, this is the main reason why the remake was made in the first place.

But I think Square Enix has also realized that not everyone is familiar with the original or feels the need to be before playing the remake. As someone who grew up with the game, I don't see it that way. But I do think that the first two installments of the remake are fantastic games that anyone can enjoy, and I have high hopes for the third one as well.

Moving on to other gaming news, I recently read an interesting discussion on the potential future of Take-Two after the release of GTA 6. As someone who is only mildly interested in the game, I'm more curious about what the company will do with all the money they'll make. With 29 games currently in development, including the highly anticipated Bioshock 4, it's clear that they have big plans for the future.

However, there is also some concern that GTA 6 might be too big and overshadow everything else. But I choose to be optimistic and hope that the game's immense success will give Take-Two the freedom to explore new and exciting ventures without worrying about financial constraints. At least, that's the best-case scenario in my opinion.

Speaking of potential futures, there was a reader's feature about Mass Effect and how BioWare should break away from EA. While I agree with the sentiment, I don't think it's a feasible option. We've seen studios like Double Fine leave their parent companies, only to struggle financially and have to lay off employees.

And let's not forget that Mass Effect is a huge franchise, but it's not as big as it used to be. The chances of a new game being made are slim, and even if BioWare did split from EA, they probably wouldn't have the budget to make it. It's a tough situation, but I can't help but hold onto a glimmer of hope that we might see a new Mass Effect game in the future.

On a different note, there has been a lot of talk about Sony eventually going all-digital, and some people are not happy about it. But the truth is, the majority of gamers have already adapted to digital gaming. 85% of sales are digital, and that's a clear indication of where the industry is headed.

It's time for us to embrace the inevitable future of streaming games from a central server, and let go of the traditional concept of owning expensive hardware. It may be a challenging transition, but it's necessary for the growth and sustainability of the gaming industry. And finally, on a lighter note, I can't help but wonder what the next Nintendo console will be called.

Personally, I hope they go with Phoenix, as it would be a fitting name for a console that revolutionizes gaming, just like the NES and Wii did in the past. It would also be interesting to see how other companies would respond to such innovation. One thing is for sure, the future of gaming is full of endless possibilities, and I can't wait to see what's in store for us.