Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth offers players the exciting opportunity to deepen bonds and even pursue romance with beloved characters. This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough on how to navigate relationships, secure Gold Saucer dates, and unlock intimate scenes with your chosen companion in FF7 Rebirth. Discover the best dialogue choices, key events, and actions to maximize your relationships and experience the full spectrum of character interactions in this expansive RPG.
Romance Options in FF7 Rebirth: Who Can You Date?
In FF7 Rebirth, you have five primary characters with whom you can foster a romantic connection. Each character has unique events and dialogue choices that influence your relationship level.
| Character | Romance-Affecting Events |
|---|---|
| Aerith Romance Guide | Dialogue Choices (Chapters: 2, 4, 6, 9, 10, 11) Inauguration Parade (Chapter 4) Same Taste in Beachwear (Chapter 6) Costa del Sol Beach Fight Partner (Chapter 6) Loveless Play (Chapter 12) Skywheel Date (Chapter 12) |
| Tifa Romance Guide | Dialogue Choices (Chapters: 2, 4, 6, 9, 10, 11) Inauguration Parade (Chapter 4) Same Taste in Beachwear (Chapter 6) Costa del Sol Beach Fight Partner (Chapter 6) Loveless Play (Chapter 12) Skywheel Date (Chapter 12) |
| Barret Romance Guide | Dialogue Choices (Chapters: 2, 4, 6, 9, 10, 11) Costa del Sol Beach Fight Partner (Chapter 6) Corel Minecart Route & Score (Chapter 7) Corel Prison Buggy Escape (Chapter 8) Loveless Play (Chapter 12) Skywheel Date (Chapter 12) |
| Red XIII Romance Guide | Dialogue Choices (Chapters: 2, 4, 6, 9, 10, 11) Shinra-8 Queen’s Blood Tournament (Chapter 5) Costa del Sol Beach Fight Partner (Chapter 6) Gold Saucer Welcome Brawl with Dio (Chapter 8) Gold Saucer Queen’s Blood Rematch (Chapter 12) Loveless Play (Chapter 12) Skywheel Date (Chapter 12) |
| Yuffie Romance Guide | Dialogue Choices (Chapters: 6, 6 (Recruitment), 9, 10, 11) Corel Minecart Route & Score (Chapter 7) 3D Brawler Match (Chapter 12) Loveless Play (Chapter 12) Skywheel Date (Chapter 12) |
For detailed romance guides for each character, click on their icons above.
Dateable Characters and the Gold Saucer Experience
All five listed characters are eligible for dates at the iconic Gold Saucer, occurring in both Chapter 8 and Chapter 12. To ensure you secure a date with your desired character and unlock their Intimate Date scene in Chapter 12, prioritize making favorable choices in dialogues and story moments, completing character-related Side Quests, and utilizing Synergy Skills with them.
For specific information on Side Quests and Synergy Skills for each character, consult their individual Romance guides linked via the icons in the table above.
Complete List of Conversation Dialogue Choices for Romance
Throughout your journey in FF7 Rebirth, numerous dialogue choices will influence your relationships. Here’s a breakdown of key conversations chapter by chapter:
Chapter 2 (Grasslands – Kalm Village) – Dialogue Choices
| Chapter Dialogue Choices |
|---|
| Chapter 2 |
| Chapter 8 |
Dialogue options in Kalm Village become available once you progress to Chapter 2. Explore Kalm Village to trigger character-specific conversations.
Aerith Dialogue Options in Chapter 2
| Prompt |
|---|
| “Wanna climb the clock tower together?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Sure. Let’s |
| … If I have to. |
| I’m busy. |
During Chapter 2, find Aerith in the southeast section of Kalm Village to initiate this dialogue.
Tifa Dialogue Options in Chapter 2
| Prompt |
|---|
| “This tank remind you of anything?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| The place I made that promise to you. |
| The water tower in Nibelheim |
| Any other mako tank. |
Tifa is located in the central area of Kalm Village. Speak to her to see these options.
Barret Dialogue Options in Chapter 2
| Prompt |
|---|
| “Not gonna have a drop till Seventh Heaven’s back up and runnin’.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| First one’s on me. |
| First one’ll taste good. |
| No time soon then. |
Find Barret in the northeast area of Kalm Village to engage in this conversation.
Red XIII Dialogue Options in Chapter 2
| Prompt |
|---|
| “One can never be too careful with Shinra.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| I knew I could count on you. |
| Thanks |
| Good boy. |
Red XIII is situated in the southwest area of Kalm Village. Talk to him for these dialogue choices.
Chapter 4 (Junon – Sea Dragon Square) – Dialogue Choices
| Chapter Dialogue Choices |
|---|
| Chapter 2 |
| Chapter 8 |
Dialogue choices at Sea Dragon Square unlock in Chapter 4. Explore the area to find characters and trigger conversations.
Complete Chapter 4 Walkthrough
Aerith Dialogue Options in Chapter 4
| Prompt |
|---|
| “Do you remember the first time we met?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| You shoved a flower at me. |
| The church, right? |
| Nope |
In Chapter 4, Aerith can be found inside her room at the Inn in Sea Dragon Square.
Tifa Dialogue Options in Chapter 4
| Prompt |
|---|
| “Do you remember a guy named Emilio?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Only person from the village I remember is you. |
| The general store kid? |
| No. Sorry |
Tifa is also located inside her room at the Inn in Sea Dragon Square during Chapter 4.
Barret Dialogue Options in Chapter 4
| Prompt |
|---|
| “What do you think Yuffie wants with us?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Your autograph. |
| To join Avalanche. |
| Those Shinra bounties. |
Barret is in his room at the Inn in Sea Dragon Square, ready for a conversation.
Red XIII Dialogue Options in Chapter 4
| Prompt |
|---|
| “I doubt I’ll smell Shinra till it’s too late.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Huh. Not good |
| We’ll manage |
| Don’t worry, never thought you could |
Find Red XIII in his room at the Inn in Sea Dragon Square to trigger his dialogue.
Inauguration Parade Minigame – Chapter 4
Performing well in the Inauguration Parade minigame in Chapter 4 will boost your relationship status with both Aerith and Tifa. Aim for a high score!
Junon Inauguration Parade Guide
Chapter 5 (Queen’s Blood Tournament) – Relationship Boost
| Chapter Dialogue Choices |
|---|
| Chapter 2 |
| Chapter 8 |
Queen’s Blood Tournament – Beat Red XIII
Participate in the Queen’s Blood Tournament in Chapter 5. Defeating Red XIII in the tournament will improve your relationship with him.
How to Win the Queen’s Blood Tournament
Chapter 6 (Costa De Sol – City Square) – Dialogue & Choices
| Chapter Dialogue Choices |
|---|
| Chapter 2 |
| Chapter 8 |
Dialogue options in Costa de Sol’s City Square are available in Chapter 6. Explore the area to find characters and engage in conversations.
Chapter 6: Fool’s Paradise Walkthrough
Yuffie Dialogue Options in Chapter 6
| Prompt |
|---|
| “You’re obviously captivated by my bodacious beach bod.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Yeah. Obviously |
| C’mon. Can’t you take a hint? |
| Nope |
After obtaining the ticket to access minigames in Costa del Sol, find Yuffie in front of the red truck to unlock her special dialogue.
Beach Outfit Selection – Aerith & Tifa Affection
| Cloud’s Swimsuit | Matching Aerith’s Swimsuit | Matching Tifa’s Swimsuit |
|---|---|---|
| Wild Surf | Pink Mermaid | Shining Spirit |
| Majestic Glamour |
Chapter 6 involves choosing a swimsuit. Selecting a swimsuit that matches either Aerith or Tifa’s swimsuit will increase your relationship points with that character. Matching both might maximize your gains!
All Beach Outfits and Best Choices
Choose Your Beach Fight Partner
| Action | Affection Bonus |
|---|---|
| Help Aerith & Barret | Increase affection with Aerith & Barret |
| Help Tifa & Red XIII | Increase affection with Tifa & Red XIII |
Before the Grasptropod boss battle, you can choose to assist either Aerith and Barret or Tifa and Red XIII. Your choice will boost affection with the chosen pair.
Aerith Dialogue Options in Chapter 6 (Post-Boss Fight)
| Prompt |
|---|
| “I start thinking things so dark and ugly that is scares me.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| They’re just thoughts |
| Everybody’s got someone to hate |
| Then don’t think |
After defeating the Grasptropod boss, find Aerith, Tifa, Barret, and Red XIII on the beach. Speak to Aerith before returning to the hotel to ensure you don’t miss affection bonuses.
Tifa Dialogue Options in Chapter 6 (Post-Boss Fight)
| Prompt |
|---|
| “Feels like it’s been ages since Seventh Heaven.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Lot’s happened since then |
| Wanna go back? |
| Hasn’t been that long |
Speak with Tifa on the beach after the Grasptropod fight for these dialogue options.
Barret Dialogue Options in Chapter 6 (Post-Boss Fight)
| Prompt |
|---|
| “I couldn’t do a damn thing for those poor bastards.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| You tried. That’s all that matters |
| This is on Hojo |
| Can’t save everyone |
Engage in conversation with Barret on the beach to get these dialogue choices.
Red XIII Dialogue Options in Chapter 6 (Post-Boss Fight)
| Prompt |
|---|
| “I know I should strive to maintain my composure around him, but…” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Don’t sweat it |
| We had no choice |
| Yeah, you should |
Talk to Red XIII on the beach for his post-boss fight dialogue options.
Recruiting Yuffie Dialogue Choices – Chapter 6
| Prompt |
|---|
| “Whaddya say?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Beat it. |
| Bring it. |
| Prompt |
| “Afraid you’re about to catch a beatdown?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Kinda. |
| Not at all. |
| Prompt |
| “Bet you’re thrilled, huh?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| …Sure. |
| Hardly. |
| Prompt |
| “You don’t want me around to save your butts?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| … You can come with. |
| No, we don’t. |
| Prompt |
| “You don’t want me? I’ll leave.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Have fun. |
| Don’t go. |
Recruiting Yuffie involves multiple prompts. Choosing the best answers in each sequence will lead to her joining your party and grant you affection bonuses. Bad answers may cause her to run off, but she will reappear, allowing you to continue the recruitment process.
Chapter 7 (Coal Mines – Ground Level) – Route Choice & Minigame
| Chapter Dialogue Choices |
|---|
| Chapter 2 |
| Chapter 8 |
Lever Choice – Barret or Yuffie Relationship Boost
| Left Side (Barret) | Right Side (Yuffie) |
|---|---|
| Your relationship with Barret will improve. | Your relationship with Yuffie will improve. |
Near the end of Chapter 7, you will need to choose a lever direction in the Coal Mines – Ground Level. Pulling the lever on the left enhances your relationship with Barret, while the right lever boosts your relationship with Yuffie. Your choice is confirmed when Cloud speaks to the other group.
Set Their Route: Which Lever to Pull?
Minecart Minigame – Barret & Yuffie Affection
Achieving an “Excellent” score in the Minecart minigame in Chapter 7 will reward you with affection points for both Barret and Yuffie.
Minecart Adventure Minigame Guide
Chapter 8 (Gold Saucer) – Minigames & Affection
| Chapter Dialogue Choices |
|---|
| Chapter 2 |
| Chapter 8 |
3D Brawler with Dio – Red XIII Affection
Facing Dio in the 3D Brawler minigame in Chapter 8 increases your relationship with Red XIII. Winning or losing affects the magnitude of the relationship boost, with victory granting a significant improvement.
3D Brawler Minigame Guide and Rewards
Barret’s Buggy Minigame – Barret Affection
Performing well in Barret’s Buggy minigame during Chapter 8 will earn you affection points with Barret.
List of All Available Minigames and Locations
Chapter 9 (Gongaga Village) – Dialogue Choices
| Chapter Dialogue Choices |
|---|
| Chapter 2 |
| Chapter 8 |
Dialogue options in Chapter 9 become available upon entering Gongaga Village after cutscenes with Cissnei.
Aerith Dialogue Options in Chapter 9
| Prompt |
|---|
| “Pretty selfish, huh? Waltzing in there, stirring up memories…” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| They didn’t seem to mind. |
| You’re too hard on yourself. |
| You mighta crossed the line. |
Find Aerith at the easternmost house in Gongaga Village, at the end of a path, to trigger this dialogue sequence.
Tifa Dialogue Options in Chapter 9
| Prompt |
|---|
| “What sorta thing would you go for?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Gonna go with the pot roast. |
| Pilat, I guess. |
| Soup’s good. |
Locate Tifa near the mushrooms on the north side of Gongaga Village for her dialogue prompt.
Barret Dialogue Options in Chapter 9
| Prompt |
|---|
| “Wonder what kinda stuff we’d end up growin’.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Mushrooms. |
| Onions. |
| Black milly? Red shelly? |
Barret is found outside the inn on the west side of Gongaga Village. Speak with him for these options.
Red XIII Dialogue Options in Chapter 9
| Dialogue Choices | Results |
|---|---|
| The Right Patch | ◎ (Best) |
| The Middle Patch | 〇 (Good) |
| The Left Patch | △ (Bad) |
Red XIII presents a mushroom guessing game instead of a traditional dialogue choice. Choose The Right Patch for the best result.
Yuffie Dialogue Options in Chapter 9
| Prompt |
|---|
| “I am so, so bored… Bored right out of my brain.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Nice song. Funny too. |
| I’d love an encore. |
| Quiet down, will ya? |
Enter Cissnei’s house in Gongaga Village to find Yuffie lounging on the sofa and initiate her dialogue.
Chapter 10 (Cosmo Canyon) – Bonfire Ceremony Dialogue
| Chapter Dialogue Choices |
|---|
| Chapter 2 |
| Chapter 8 |
Dialogue choices in Chapter 10 appear during the bonfire ceremony in Cosmo Canyon. Talk to all party members before speaking to Aerith to unlock all conversations.
Tifa Dialogue Options in Chapter 10
| Prompt |
|---|
| “Did I sound as awkward as I felt?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| You did good. |
| I felt for you. |
| Just gotta laugh it off. |
Speak with Tifa at the bonfire ceremony in Cosmo Canyon for these options.
Barret Dialogue Options in Chapter 10
| Prompt |
|---|
| “So what—we sit here and ‘theorize’?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| No, we fight. |
| Maybe you’ll learn something. |
| What do you wanna do? |
Talk to Barret during the Cosmo Canyon bonfire ceremony to trigger his dialogue.
Red XIII Dialogue Options in Chapter 10
| Prompt |
|---|
| “Just forget I said anything.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| I’ll lend an ear. |
| Don’t gimme that bullshit. |
| Wasn’t listening.. |
Engage in conversation with Red XIII at the bonfire ceremony for these dialogue options.
Yuffie Dialogue Options in Chapter 10
| Prompt |
|---|
| “Once you die, that’s that.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Pretty much. |
| Why do you think that? |
| Yeah, I totally agree… |
Find Yuffie at the Cosmo Canyon bonfire to have this conversation.
Aerith Dialogue Options in Chapter 10
| Prompt |
|---|
| “What will you do?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Encourage her. |
| Smile at her. |
| Stop her. |
Speak to Aerith last at the bonfire ceremony in Cosmo Canyon to get her dialogue prompt.
Chapter 11 (Nibelheim) – Hometown Conversations
| Chapter Dialogue Choices |
|---|
| Chapter 2 |
| Chapter 8 |
Dialogue choices in Chapter 11 appear upon your arrival in Nibelheim.
Barret Dialogue Options in Chapter 11
| Prompt |
|---|
| “We gotta do something, right?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Hell yeah you’re right. Screw them. |
| I wanna know why they put the robes here. |
| Not much we can do. |
Locate Barret inside the Nidhogg Inn in Nibelheim, sitting on a chair to the right, for his dialogue options.
Tifa Dialogue Options in Chapter 11
| Prompt |
|---|
| “It was taking a toll… Then you turned up.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Have I helped you get through it at all? |
| Like it was fate. |
| I never knew that. |
Find Tifa on the second floor of her house, now a clinic in Nibelheim, to initiate her dialogue. An extra cutscene is available after choosing your response.
Red XIII Dialogue Options in Chapter 11
| Prompt |
|---|
| “No one wants to hear people badmouth their hometown.” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| This isn’t my hometown. |
| I never liked that place either. |
| Yeah. Does kinda make you feel like shit. |
Red XIII is located near the start of the Nibelheim area, close to the northern exit. Talk to him for his dialogue.
Yuffie Dialogue Options in Chapter 11
| Prompt |
|---|
| “What about, say, oh…materia?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Yup. |
| Come to think of it… nope. |
| Dunno. |
Yuffie can be found near Red XIII’s location at the beginning of Nibelheim.
Aerith Dialogue Options in Chapter 11
| Prompt |
|---|
| “You never came up here hopin’ she’d wave?” |
| Dialogue Choices |
| Sounds like something I’d do. |
| What? No way. |
| That’s not funny. |
Aerith is near the water tower in the center of Nibelheim. Follow her up the tower to trigger her dialogue sequence. An additional cutscene is available after you respond.
Chapter 12 (Gold Saucer) – Minigames for Affection
| Chapter Dialogue Choices |
|---|
| Chapter 2 |
| Chapter 8 |
While Chapter 12 doesn’t have dialogue choices, actions in minigames influence your relationships with Yuffie and Red XIII.
3D Brawler Minigame – Defeat Yuffie
After speaking to Dio in Chapter 12, challenge Yuffie to a 3D Brawler match at Wonderment Square. Defeating her will increase your affection level with her.
3D Brawler Minigame Guide and Rewards
Queen’s Blood Rematch – Red XIII
Find and challenge Red XIII to a Queen’s Blood rematch at the Gold Saucer in Chapter 12. Winning against him in this rematch will enhance your relationship. This opportunity is available after speaking to Dio but before resting at the hotel for the Gondola date.
How to Play Queen’s Blood Effectively
Romance Date Scenes and Outcomes in FF7 Rebirth
Chapter 8 Gold Saucer Date – First Visit
During your initial visit to the Gold Saucer in Chapter 8, the character with your highest relationship level at that point in the story will accompany you. This means choices made after Chapter 8 can influence who you date in Chapter 12. If your relationship levels are generally low, you may end up going alone.
Gold Saucer Date Guide: Chapter 8
Chapter 12 Loveless Play – Romantic Lead
In Chapter 12, the character with your highest relationship level will join you during the Loveless play. If your relationship levels are low across the board, Cait Sith, Cid, and Vincent will accompany you instead.
Rosa’s Role in Loveless
If Aerith, Tifa, or Yuffie has a high relationship level with you, they will play the role of Rosa in the Loveless play. Barret or Red XIII will retain their roles as Varvados and Garm, respectively, if they accompany you.
Soulmate Choice – Minor Scene Change
During the Loveless play, you’ll be prompted to choose a soulmate from Barret, Red XIII, or Rosa (if played by a female character). This choice does not affect relationship levels but alters a brief cutscene before the play’s conclusion.
Loveless Play Guide and S Rank Walkthrough
Chapter 12 Skywheel Date – Intimate Moments
The character who accompanies you during the Loveless play will also be your partner for the Skywheel date in Chapter 12. This applies even if you had the trio of Cait Sith, Cid, and Vincent during the play.
Intimate vs. Standard Date Scenes
Depending on your relationship level with your date, you will experience either an Intimate Scene or a Standard Scene. Intimate Scenes are exclusive to Aerith, Tifa, Barret, Red XIII, and Yuffie and require a high relationship level. The trio date only features a Standard Scene. To ensure you see the Intimate Scene with your preferred character, prioritize raising their relationship level before Chapter 12.
Chapter 12 Walkthrough: A Golden Key
The “Bad Date” Scenario
If you haven’t focused on building relationships, you might find yourself on an unexpected and humorous “bad date” with Cait Sith, Cid, and Vincent. While not romantic, this date offers a unique and funny experience.
Changing Romance Choices and Replaying Chapters
Chapter Select for Romance Redo
FF7 Rebirth allows you to revisit chapters and alter your romance choices without restarting the entire game. The Chapter Selection feature unlocks after your first playthrough.
Once unlocked, use Chapter Selection to replay chapters, focusing on events and dialogue choices that influence relationships. Choose favorable options to increase your relationship levels with specific characters.
List of All Chapters in FF7 Rebirth
Extra Settings – Freely Select Romantic Outcomes
After completing the game, the Extra Settings menu becomes accessible. This feature lets you directly influence the outcomes of certain chapters, including choosing romantic companions for key cutscenes.
Companion options in Extra Settings depend on your achieved romance levels. If an option is unavailable, you may need to replay earlier chapters and make different choices to unlock all possibilities.
Methods to Increase Romance and Relationship Levels
Dialogue Choices – The Key to Affection
Choosing the correct dialogue options during interactions is the most direct way to boost your relationships with characters. Refer to the dialogue choice sections above for the best responses in each chapter.
Completing Odd Jobs (Side Quests)
Completing character-specific Side Quests or “Odd Jobs” significantly contributes to raising your relationship level with those characters. Prioritize side quests related to your desired romance partner.
Synergy Skills and Abilities
Actively using characters in your party and executing their Synergy Skills and Abilities is another effective way to build relationships. Focus on party compositions that include the characters you wish to romance and frequently utilize their synergy moves in combat.
| Related Guides |
|---|
| Complete List of Synergy Skills |
Checking Your Romance and Relationship Levels
L1 Button – Real-time Relationship Check
You can quickly check your relationship level with characters currently in your party by pressing the L1 button. Emoticons appearing above their heads indicate the current relationship status.
Play Log – Post-Game Relationship Status
After finishing the main story, the Play Log in the System menu provides a detailed overview of each party member’s relationship status. It displays results for dialogue choices and key story moments, allowing you to see your progress.
Chapter Select – Dialogue Choice Results
When replaying chapters via Chapter Select after completing the game, previous dialogue choices are marked with stars (up to 3 stars for the best choice), showing the effectiveness of your past decisions on relationships.
Chapter Select and New Game Plus Guide
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