Rumors of a Final Fantasy 9 (FF9) remake are ablaze once again, fueled by Square Enix’s latest social media tease. Dive deeper to discover what Square Enix has hinted at and the signs pointing toward a possible FF9 remake on its 25th anniversary website.
Final Fantasy 9 Remake May Be Announced Soon
Square Enix Teases Final Fantasy 9 Remake
The gaming community erupted in excitement after Square Enix's tweet on April 7, which seemed to hint 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…" spoken by the beloved character Vivi at the end of FF9. Accompanied by the caption "If you know, you know" and a crying emoji, the post, while not an official announcement, has sparked fervent speculation among fans about a possible FF9 remake.
FF9 holds a special place in the hearts of many, cherished for its timeless charm and deep emotional narratives. Hironobu Sakaguchi, the creator of Final Fantasy, has even named FF9 as his personal favorite within the series. With the successful remakes of Final Fantasy 7, and FF9's upcoming 25th anniversary, the anticipation for a similar treatment is palpable.
Naoki Yoshida, producer of Final Fantasy XIV, touched on the idea of an FF9 remake in a 2024 interview with Video Games. He acknowledged the fans' requests but highlighted the challenge, 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
Square Enix has launched a dedicated website to celebrate FF9's 25th anniversary, hinting at various projects in the works. This has only intensified the rumors surrounding a potential remake. A closer look at the site reveals newly introduced Formism Figures of Zidane and Garnet available for pre-order on Square Enix's e-store. The product descriptions mention, "To commemorate the 25th anniversary, the texture of the costume has been reinterpreted and recreated in three dimensions," leading many to speculate that these updated designs might preview what characters could look like in a rumored FF9 remake.
While no official announcement has confirmed a remake, Square Enix’s recent tweet and the 25th anniversary festivities provide fans with ample reason to hope that a FF9 remake is indeed on the horizon.
