Never played Final Fantasy but wanting to start. Which one? Would rather not play outdated games. Where to start?

I am leaning towards starting FF VII - since I have read great reviews of this game. But even this is confusing to me, as there is FF VII, remake, rebirth. Are these all three different games, or just a redo in newer technology of the same game?

Or is there another recommendation that I should start with. I have played the demo of metaphor and really like the turn based combat - which I understand FF VII does NOT have.

I own Xbox and great PC .. so could play anything for either. Any recommendation are welcome