The buzz around a potential Final Fantasy 9 (FF9) remake has intensified following a cryptic tweet from Square Enix. Dive into the details of Square Enix's tease and the clues pointing towards a 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's recent tweet has sent fans into a frenzy, hinting at a new project related to Final Fantasy 9. On April 7, the company shared an image on Twitter (X) featuring 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, this post, while not a direct confirmation, has fueled speculation about a possible FF9 remake.
The demand for an FF9 remake has been strong, given its status as a fan favorite cherished for its timeless charm and deep character connections. Even Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has named FF9 as his favorite in the series. Following the successful remakes of Final Fantasy 7, and with FF9's 25th anniversary on the horizon, the timing seems ripe for a remake.
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 fan 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
To celebrate FF9's 25th anniversary, Square Enix launched a dedicated website, hinting at various projects in the works. This has further fueled rumors of a potential remake. A closer look at the website reveals new 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." 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 gives fans a solid basis to believe that a remake might be on the horizon.
