Compilation of FFVII for Cloud
Before Crisis -FFVII-
“BC”, starting 6 years before FFVII and showing the story from the Turks’ point of view, features Cloud as a regular grunt in Shinra’s army. At this time he’s 15 years old and still retains some innocence, and one of those who idolized the hero Sephiroth. While there is a childish quality to his words and actions, there would seem to be no doubt about his skill. As you advance through the missions the incident in Nibelheim are also shown, and the fateful events between Sephiroth are also portrayed.

Crisis Core -FFVII-
“CC” tells the story of Zack, the SOLDIER who would later have a great influence on Cloud. Yet again Cloud appears as a grunt in Shinra’s army. Its time line overlaps with BC, but the painful, tragic fate between Zack and Cloud is shown.
Final Fantasy VII
During the Nibelheim incident, Cloud contracted severe mako poisoning and convinced himself that Zack’s history was his own, and in this state goes on a journey in pursuit of Sephiroth. At last he regains his true self, and confronts Sephiroth. He saves the world from the threat of Meteor. This should have been the end of his battle with Sephiroth, but his true fight was just beginning…
FFVII Advent Children
“AC” show the new battle awaiting Cloud 2 years after FFVII. At the end of his fight with Kadaj, Loz and Yazoo, he frees himself from their wretched fate, and finishes things with Sephiroth.
Dirge of Cerberus -FFVII-
Set 1 year after AC, “DC” tells the story of Vincent, one of Cloud’s allies. To aid Vincent in his final battle to save the world, Cloud and his friends rush to his side.