Cloud’s Buster Sword is one of the most iconic features in Final Fantasy 7. Even those who don’t know the series that well will surely recognise the whopping great blade the blond-haired hero has strapped to his back, ready to deploy when the time calls for it.
It’s interesting to hear about the considerations the team made regarding Cloud’s Buster Sword. Its iconic status is definitely a big part of what makes Final Fantasy 7 so memorable. Balancing realism with fan expectations is always a tough challenge in game design!