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FF7 Rebirth - How to Use Terrain Actions
Press the Circle Button to use Terrain Actions in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth (FF7 Rebirth). Read on to see other ways to use Terrain Actions and how to climb cliffs and walls.

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How to Use Terrain Actions

Press the Circle Button

FF7 Rebirth - Press the Circle Button

Press the Circle Button to perform a Terrain Action such as jumping over an obstacle or dodge rolling on an empty area.

You can check if you can use a Terrain Action if the Circle button appears on the bottom-left corner of the screen above the Commands Menu.

Certain terrains such as steps can be climbed over if you dash towards it.

How to Climb Walls and Cliffs

Approach the Blue Landmark on the Floor

FF7 Rebirth - Approach the Blue Landmark on the Floor
Approach the blue landmark on the floor using the Left Thumbstick to start climbing the wall.

Use the Left Thumbstick to Jump to the Next Climbing Point

Move the Left Thumbstick to the direction of the next climbing point to jump towards it.

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Terrain Action How to Perform
Dodge roll ・Press the Circle button on an empty space.
Jump down ・Press the Circle button next to the steps.
Climb steps ・Press the Circle button next to the steps.

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