Rumors of a Final Fantasy 9 (FF9) remake are ablaze once again, fueled by Square Enix's latest social media activity. Dive into the details of Square Enix's tease and the clues pointing towards a potential FF9 remake, especially highlighted on the game's 25th anniversary website.
Final Fantasy 9 Remake May Get Announced Soon
Square Enix Teases Final Fantasy 9 Remake
Square Enix sent fans into a frenzy with a tweet on April 7, hinting at an upcoming project related to Final Fantasy 9. The tweet featured an image with the poignant quote, "My memories will be part of the sky…," a line spoken by the beloved character Vivi at the game's conclusion. Accompanied by the caption "If you know, you know" and a crying emoji, the post, while not a direct confirmation, has sparked widespread speculation about a possible FF9 remake.
The demand for an FF9 remake has been vocal among fans, drawn to its timeless charm and deep emotional narratives. Notably, Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has publicly declared FF9 as his favorite in the series. Following the successful remakes of Final Fantasy 7, and with FF9's 25th anniversary on the horizon, anticipation for a similar treatment is high.
Naoki Yoshida, producer of Final Fantasy XIV, has also weighed in on the potential of an FF9 remake. In a 2024 interview with Video Games, Yoshida acknowledged the fan requests but highlighted the challenges due to the game's extensive content, saying, "Of course, I do know there are requests for Final Fantasy IX to be made, but when you think about Final Fantasy IX, it’s a game with huge volume. When you think about all of that volume, I wonder if it’s possible to remake that as a single title. It’s a difficult one. It is a tough question."
Final Fantasy 9’s 25th Anniversary Website Features New 3D Figures
Adding fuel to the fire, Square Enix launched a dedicated website to celebrate FF9's 25th anniversary, promising various projects to mark the occasion. This announcement alone stirred the rumor mill, but keen-eyed fans discovered more intriguing details.
New Formism Figures of Zidane and Garnet are now available for pre-order on Square Enix’s e-store. What caught the community's attention were the product descriptions, which state, "To commemorate the 25th anniversary, the texture of the costume has been reinterpreted and recreated in three dimensions." This modernized and altered appearance of the characters has led many to speculate that it might preview their look in a potential FF9 remake.
While no official announcement has been made, the combination of Square Enix's cryptic tweet and the developments on the 25th anniversary website give fans a justified reason to believe that a Final Fantasy 9 remake could be on the horizon.
