To achieve a romantic relationship with Tifa in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, you will need to be attentive and strategic in your choices. To really get close to her, you must pick up dialogue options showing your affection towards her, finish side quests together, and use Synergy Skills for battle. You can unlock special dates and build an emotional relationship by focusing on Tifa and being deliberate in your decisions throughout the game, which ends in a rewarding romantic experience.
How to Romance Tifa
Building a romantic relationship with Tifa in this RPG works just like any other romance. To strengthen your bond with her:
- Choose the right things to say: Your dialogue choices in important story scenes matter.
- Do things together: Complete side quests with Tifa.
- Fight as a team: Use her special abilities and work together with Cloud in battle.
These actions will significantly improve Cloud’s relationship with Tifa.
To see how well you’re getting along with other characters, look for floating smiley faces above their heads. Press and hold the L1 button to see these emojis. The color of the smiley face shows how strong your relationship is:
- Gray: You barely know them.
- Purple: You’re starting to get to know them.
- Light Green: You’re becoming friendly.
- Green: You’re good friends.
- Blue: You’re close friends.
- Light Blue: You’re very close friends.
Once you finish the main story, you can check the “Play Log” for a detailed record of your relationships with each character.
One of the simplest ways to improve your relationship with Tifa is by using ‘Synergy Skills’ and ‘Synergy Abilities’ in battle. These are special moves that Cloud and Tifa perform together.
Synergy Skills and Abilities
While simply fighting alongside Tifa might not increase your relationship much, using these combined attacks definitely helps. Here are some of the key Synergy Skills and Abilities you can use:
- Tifa’s Skills with Cloud:
- Leaping Strike (becomes more powerful as “Soaring Flurry” with Cloud)
- Slip and Slide
- Synchro Cyclone (a powerful combined attack)
- Cloud’s Skills with Tifa:
- Melee Blade (becomes “Power Cleave” with Tifa)
- Counterfire
- Relentless Rush (another strong combined attack)
By utilizing these special moves, you’ll be well on your way to deepening your bond with Tifa.
Tifa Romance Dialogue Options
To romance Tifa in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, you’ll need to have the strongest relationship with her by the end of Chapters 8 and 12.
- Focus on Tifa: During these chapters, make sure your relationship with Tifa is higher than any other character.
- Prioritize Tifa in Chapters 8 and 12: This will unlock special romantic moments with her at the Gold Saucer, including a short date and a more in-depth date.
- Avoid Distractions: Try not to build strong relationships with other characters too early in the game, especially before Chapters 8 and 12.
- Be Selective: You might want to delay doing some side quests and even choose dialogue options that don’t improve your relationships with other characters. This will help ensure you get those special dates with Tifa.
| Chapter | Quote |
| 2 | The place I made that promise to you. |
| 4 | Only person from the village I remember is you. |
| 6 | Lot’s happened since then |
| 9 | Gonna go with the pot roast. |
| 10 | You did good. |
| 11 | Have I helped you get through it at all? |
Tifa Romance: Odd Jobs
In Final Fantasy VII Remake, you can deepen your bond with Tifa by completing seven special side quests designed just for her. These quests are scattered throughout the game’s different regions.
- Early on (Chapter 2): Help Tifa find a rare card she lost.
- Mid-game (Chapter 4): Assist her with a frog-catching challenge.
- Also in Chapter 4: Help Tifa fulfill a dream she has.
- Later (Chapter 7): Rescue some bodybuilders who are in trouble.
- Towards the end (Chapter 11): Embark on a quest related to a mysterious white-haired figure.
- Near the finale (Chapter 12): Help Tifa win a prestigious Gold Cup.
- Also in Chapter 12: Participate in a thrilling sand-based competition.”
With completion of these side quests, not only will you help Tifa but also create a bond between you and Tifa within the story.
Tifa Romance: Quest and Event Choices
While romance isn’t the central focus of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth’s main storyline, there are a few choices you can make throughout the game that will show your support and care for Cloud’s childhood friend, Tifa. These choices don’t dramatically alter the main plot, but they can subtly influence your relationship with Tifa within the game world.
Junon Parade
During the Junon Parade in the game, you’ll encounter a rhythm game. Try your best to get a high score in this minigame. It’s a great way to show Tifa that you’re paying attention and having fun with her. Don’t worry if you don’t get the perfect score on your first try! You can replay the rhythm game as many times as you need to until you’re happy with your performance.
Same Beachwear
To strengthen your bond with Tifa in Final Fantasy VII Remake, consider dressing her and Cloud in matching swimsuits when you’re at the beach.
- Here are some matching swimsuit options:
- For Tifa: Shining Spirit swimsuit
- For Cloud: Wild Surf swimsuit
- For Tifa: Majestic Glamour swimsuit
- For Cloud: Ocean Chocobo swimsuit
If you’re concerned that your relationship with Aerith is progressing faster than your relationship with Tifa, it’s best to avoid dressing Aerith in a swimsuit that matches Cloud’s.
Costa del Sol beach fight
In Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, when given the choice during the beach fight in Costa del Sol, siding with Tifa and Red XIII will deepen your bond with those characters. This decision doesn’t significantly impact the main storyline, but it can subtly influence your relationships within the game world.
Gold Saucer date 1
A Glimpse of Something More (Chapter 8): If your relationship with Tifa is stronger than your relationships with other party members, she’ll surprise you with a brief visit to your room during Chapter 8. This is a small, intimate moment that hints at a deeper connection.
A Proper Date (Chapter 12): Your full-fledged date with Tifa occurs in Chapter 12 at the Gold Saucer. This is a great time for your relationship and a better opportunity to strengthen your connection with her.
Gold Saucer date 2
The main date with Tifa takes place at the Gold Saucer during Chapter 12. You’ll know it’s about to begin when she knocks on Cloud’s room door.
- Important Note: If someone other than Tifa knocks on the door, you’ll go on a date with that character.
- Don’t worry: If you end up on a date with someone other than Tifa, you can easily go on a date with her later. After you complete the game for the first time, you’ll unlock extra settings in the menu. These settings allow you to repeat the Gold Saucer date with any character you desire.
