2025 Kevin Sears Memorial Four Finalists Matchup Recap - FF7 Remake advances to 2025 ADMC on seeding tiebreaker, ousting Spider-Man 2

The Kevin Sears Memorial Four Finalists matchup delivered every bit of the drama fans could’ve hoped for, as 5 Final Fantasy VII Remake and 7 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 battled to a 3-3 deadlock through regulation and overtime. In the end, it was Final Fantasy VII Remake who advanced to the 2025 Alexander Delaney Memorial Championship matchup—thanks to the tournament’s seeding tiebreaker rule. With the score tied after the final vote, the higher-seeded RPG epic punched its ticket to the title match by default.

7 Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, developed by Insomniac Games, looked poised to carry its stunning run all the way to the finals. With the match tied 2-2 well into overtime, it was Spider-Man who blinked first—in the best way. With just under 9 minutes remaining, it took a 3-2 lead, swinging momentum hard in its favor. But Final Fantasy VII Remake wasn’t done yet. The East Region champion, developed by Square Enix, showed its composure and championship pedigree by tying the game 3-3 with just under 5 minutes to go, and ultimately holding firm through the final minutes of OT.

5 Final Fantasy VII Remake has had a suspense-filled tournament, advancing past If Found... on a 2-2 tie via seeding tiebreaker in the East Regional Final, and now repeating the feat here on an even bigger stage. With its mix of nostalgia, tactical depth, and bold reimagining of a beloved classic, FF7 Remake has proven it has the fanbase—and the timing—to go the distance.

Meanwhile, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 exits with its head held high. It delivered one of the most exciting runs of the tournament, toppling Baldur’s Gate III and shocking Elden Ring in overtime. Its explosive action, character-driven narrative, and high-stakes drama left a lasting mark on the bracket—even in defeat.

Now, Final Fantasy VII Remake will meet 6 Spider-Man: Miles Morales in Monday’s 2025 Alexander Delaney Memorial Championship matchup—a fitting finale between two emotionally charged games that captured the hearts of fans in very different ways.

Final Score: 3-3 (Final Fantasy VII Remake advances via seeding tiebreaker)

2025 Video Game Madness Kevin Sears Four Finalists Memorial Matchup: 5 Final Fantasy VII Remake vs. 7 Marvel's Spider-Man 2

5 Final Fantasy VII Remake

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7 Marvel's Spider-Man 2

USA

2025 Kevin Sears Memorial Four Finalists Matchup Recap - FF7 Remake advances to 2025 ADMC on seeding tiebreaker, ousting Spider-Man 2

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