Final Fantasy 9 Remake Rumors Reignite with Square Enix’s Latest Tweet
Dive into the latest buzz surrounding Square Enix's tease and the compelling hints suggesting a potential remake of Final Fantasy 9, especially with the game's 25th anniversary on the horizon.
Final Fantasy 9 Remake May Get Announced Soon
Square Enix Teases Final Fantasy 9 Remake
Excitement is brewing among fans after Square Enix's recent tweet, which many believe hints at a new project for Final Fantasy 9 (FF9). On April 7, Square Enix shared a poignant image on Twitter (X) featuring the quote "My memories will be part of the sky…", a line spoken by the beloved black mage Vivi at the end of FF9. Accompanied by the caption "If you know, you know" and a crying emoji, the post has sparked speculation about a potential FF9 remake, though it's not an official confirmation.
The demand for an FF9 remake has been vocal and persistent, fueled by the game's enduring popularity and emotional depth. Even Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has named FF9 as his favorite in the series. Following the success of the Final Fantasy 7 remake series, many fans are hopeful that FF9 will receive the same treatment, especially as its 25th anniversary approaches.
Naoki Yoshida, producer of Final Fantasy XIV, shed some light on the challenges of remaking FF9 during a 2024 interview with Video Games. He noted, "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." Yoshida further elaborated, "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
In celebration of FF9's 25th anniversary, Square Enix launched a dedicated website, hinting at various upcoming projects. This move alone has fueled rumors of a potential remake. A deeper look into the website reveals new Formism Figures for Zidane and Garnet, available for pre-order on Square Enix’s e-store. The intriguing aspect is the product descriptions, which state, "To commemorate the 25th anniversary, the texture of the costume has been reinterpreted and recreated in three dimensions." This suggests a modernized look for the characters, leading many to speculate that this could be a sneak peek at their appearance in the rumored FF9 Remake.
While no official announcement has been made, the combination of Square Enix’s cryptic tweet and the new developments on the 25th anniversary website gives fans ample reason to believe that a Final Fantasy 9 remake might indeed be in the works.
