Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: Barret Romance Guide

Shida |  Published: March 09, 2024
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To successfully romance Barret in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, follow this step-by-step guide!

Fans can pursue a romantic relationship with Barret Wallace and experience a special date with him at the iconic Gold Saucer in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.

Use this guide to maximize affection with Barret through chosen dialogue choices and side quests.

Barret Romance Guide in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth

Barret is only available as a date candidate during Chapter 12 at the Gold Saucer. Earlier in the story, Chapter 8 focuses on his personal arc, so he cannot be selected for the first date opportunity.

Best Dialogue Options with Barret

FF7 Rebirth Barret Dialogue
Barret dialogue in FF7 Rebirth

You can raise Barret’s affection level by selecting positive dialogue options at certain key points in the game.

Please note that ✓ symbol means it is the best answer, 〇 means it’s a good answer, and X is a bad answer.

Chapter 2 – Kalm Village

Dialogue ChoicesResults
No time soon then.X
First one’ll taste good.
First one’s on me.

Chapter 4 – Sea Dragon Square

Dialogue ChoicesResults
Your autograph
Those Shinra bountiesX
To join Avalanche

Chapter 6 – Costa del Sol

Dialogue ChoicesResults
You tried. That’s all that matters
Can’t save everyoneX
This is on Hojo

Chapter 9 – Gongaga Village

Dialogue ChoicesResults
Mushrooms.
Onions.
Black milly? Red shelly?X

Chapter 10 – Cosmo Canyon

Dialogue ChoicesResults
No, we fight.
Maybe you’ll learn something.
What do you wanna do?X

Chapter 11 – Nibelheim

Dialogue ChoicesResults
Hell yeah you’re right. Screw them.
I wanna know why they put the robes here.
Not much we can do.X

Complete Side Quests with Barret

Completing relationship-boosting side jobs like “Escape from Endless Writer’s Block” and “The Pursuit of Perfection” also helps raise Barret’s fondness for Cloud.

Side QuestRewards
Escape from Endless Writer’s Block– Relationship up with Barret
– Crescent Moon Charm
– Party EXP +10
– Player EXP
The Pursuit of Perfection– Relationship up with Barett
Fafnir Rifle
– Party EXP +10
– Player EXP
When Words Won’t Do– Relationship up with Barett
– Mythril Ore x3
– Ruby x2
– Sharpshooter’s Companion Vol. I
– Party EXP +10
– Player EXP
Lifeline in Peril– Relationship up with Barett
– 3000 Gil
– Party EXP +10
– Player EXP
Missing: Mr. Birdie– Relationship up with Barett
– Level Boost Masteria
– Party EXP +10
– Player EXP

Use Synergy Skills with Barret

FF7 Rebirth Barret Synergy Skill
Using synergy skill with Barret
Synergy SkillDescription
Spell Blade– Character: Cloud and Barret
 Skill Type: Ranged Physical
– Collaborate with your teammate to execute a series of three ranged physical attacks. This skill can be performed even while mid-air.

The first time Cloud and Barret do cooperative moves like Bullet Batter in battle, his affection also goes up a little.

Gold Saucer Date with Barret

FF7 Rebirth Barret Gold Saucer Date
Gold Saucer date with Barret

Barret can accompany Cloud on a date during Chapter 12 at the Gold Saucer if he has the highest relationship level wit.

Aim for maximum fondness to get Barret’s most romantic finale scene.

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About Author

Shida is an avid gaming and anime writer with a background in journalism covering both the topics, and fashion. She is a passionate writer since she was in high school. Shida is also a lover of cozy games like The Sims, Stardew Valley, Coral Island, and FIelds of Mistria.