With the anticipated release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, fans are immersing themselves in a revamped version of the iconic RPG classic, featuring a more profound narrative centered around Cloud Strife and his allies' quest to thwart Sephiroth's destructive plans.
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Moogle Redesign Deemed "Cursed"
However, not all changes are receiving praise. The updated Moogle design, especially in the Mog House, is facing severe criticism from Final Fantasy VII Rebirth fans. Described by some as "cursed," the redesigned Moogle has triggered discontent among players.
FF7 Rebirth Moogle has been trending in Japan with users saying it looks super creepy!
— Genki✨ (@Genki_JPN) March 5, 2024
Some users are comparing it to the FF16 Moogle and saying it’s like the one in the online profile picture vs the one in real life! 😭 #FF7R pic.twitter.com/NztPzTSb38
Twitch streamer Celina highlighted the collective sentiment, stating, "I follow both Japanese and American ppl here, and I love how both cultures agree that Rebirth Moogle looks cursed af." Similarly, in Japan, the design has been labeled "super creepy," with comparisons drawn to the Moogle in Final Fantasy XVI.
Moogle Makeover
Moogles, a recurring race in the Final Fantasy series, have undergone various appearances but have never been redesigned within an existing game until Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Shesez, a gaming commentator, pointed out the extensive changes to the Mog House Moogle, including alterations to eye shape, head shape, ear shape, foot shape, body shape, wing shape, arm length, fur hue, and wing color.
In the original game, the Mog House was a simple mini-game at the Golden Saucer. However, for Rebirth, it has been transformed into a fully-fledged item store and series of mini-games.
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