Final Fantasy 9 Remake Rumors Reignite with Square Enix's Latest Tweet

Discover the buzz around Square Enix's tease and the potential clues pointing to a Final Fantasy 9 remake on its 25th anniversary website.

Final Fantasy 9 Remake May Get Announced Soon

Square Enix Teases Final Fantasy 9 Remake

Square Enix has ignited excitement among fans with a recent tweet that hints at a new project for Final Fantasy 9 (FF9). On April 7, the company shared an image on Twitter (X) featuring the poignant quote, "My memories will be part of the sky…", a line 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 has fueled speculation about a possible FF9 remake, though it's not an official confirmation.

The demand for a FF9 remake has been strong, given the game's status as a fan favorite known for its timeless appeal and emotional depth. Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has even named FF9 as his favorite in the series. With the successful remakes of Final Fantasy 7, and considering FF9's popularity and its impending 25th anniversary, fans are hopeful that a remake is on the horizon.

Final Fantasy XIV producer Naoki Yoshida has also weighed in on the potential of an FF9 remake. In a 2024 interview with Video Games, he highlighted the challenges, stating, "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 has launched a dedicated website, hinting at various projects in the works. This has sparked further rumors about a potential remake. Fans have noticed new Formism Figures of Zidane and Garnet available for pre-order on Square Enix's e-store, with descriptions that read, "To commemorate the 25th anniversary, the texture of the costume has been reinterpreted and recreated in three dimensions." This modernized look of the characters has led to speculation that it might be a preview of their appearance in the rumored FF9 remake.

Although no official announcement has been made, the combination of Square Enix's cryptic tweet and the upcoming 25th anniversary celebration provides fans with ample reason to believe that a Final Fantasy 9 remake could be in development.