The buzz around a potential Final Fantasy 9 (FF9) Remake has intensified following Square Enix's latest social media tease. Dive into the details of Square Enix’s hints and the intriguing signs pointing towards a FF9 remake on the game's 25th anniversary website.
Final Fantasy 9 Remake May Get Announced Soon
Square Enix Teases Final Fantasy 9 Remake
Square Enix sparked excitement among fans with a tweet on April 7, hinting at a new 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 cherished character Vivi at the conclusion of FF9. Accompanied by the caption "If you know, you know" and a crying emoji, this post has fueled speculation about a possible FF9 remake, though it's not an official confirmation.
The demand for an FF9 remake has been strong, driven by the game's enduring charm and the deep emotional ties fans have with its characters. Even Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has named FF9 as his favorite in the series. With the successful remakes of Final Fantasy 7 and the approaching 25th anniversary of FF9, the anticipation for a remake is palpable.
Final Fantasy XIV producer Naoki Yoshida has weighed in on the potential of an FF9 remake. In a 2024 interview with Video Games, he expressed his thoughts, 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
To celebrate FF9’s 25th anniversary, Square Enix unveiled a dedicated website, hinting at various celebratory projects. This has further fueled rumors of a potential remake. A deeper look into the website revealed new Formism Figures for Zidane and Garnet, available for pre-order on Square Enix’s e-store. The product descriptions for these figures mention, "To commemorate the 25th anniversary, the texture of the costume has been reinterpreted and recreated in three dimensions." This modernized depiction of the characters has led many to speculate that it could be a preview of their appearance in a rumored FF9 Remake.
While no official announcement has been made, the combination of Square Enix’s latest tweet and the developments around FF9’s 25th anniversary celebration give fans ample reason to believe that a remake might indeed be on the horizon.
