Final Fantasy 7 Remake not only changes some narrative plot threads that the PS1 classic is known for, but the entirety of the combat system has been shaken up, too. Instead of waiting for the turn to pass by, players control Cloud, Barret, Aerith, and the rest of the squad, in real-time battles. The enemies are always on the move, and players need to switch back and forth between allies to ensure all teammates are performing the necessary actions.
And since there are multiple controllable characters on screen, and lots of enemies to fight, it'll be helpful to learn how to target and lock on to foes. Focusing on one enemy at a time, especially for a boss fight, can help players minimize lost time. This guide will quickly go over how to lock on in Final Fantasy 7 Remake.
How to Lock On in Final Fantasy 7 Remake
To lock on in Final Fantasy 7 Remake, players only need to press down on the right stick. This acts as the R3 button, and once it's pushed in, a reticle will appear in-game, targeting one specific enemy. From now on, any magic spells or other attacks will go toward the targeted enemy.
However, if players want to switch the targeted enemy, just move the right stick in the direction of the enemy players want to target. And to get rid of the reticle entirely, just give the R3 button another press. The R3 button is on both the DualShock 4 and DualSense controllers.
For those playing through Final Fantasy 7 Remake on PC using keyboard controls, the default mapping for targeting enemies should be the "T" key. Of course, PC players can also use an external controller for the game.
There are times in Final Fantasy 7 Remake where players will need to attack certain enemies using a specific skill or magic spell, so this is where targeting can be helpful. If a monster is resistant to fire, for example, but another is weak to fire, players will want to make sure they're only hitting the monster that's susceptible to fire and not the other one. Targeting makes sure that all attacks are going where they need to.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake is available for PC, PS4, and PS5.