Square Enix's Tweet Fuels FF9 Remake Rumors

Final Fantasy 9 Remake rumors are reigniting, fueled by Square Enix's recent tweet. Dive deeper to discover more about Square Enix's tease and the hints pointing to a Final Fantasy 9 remake, especially highlighted on its 25th anniversary website.

Final Fantasy 9 Remake May Get Announced Soon

Square Enix Teases Final Fantasy 9 Remake

Square Enix's tweet on April 7 sent fans into a frenzy, teasing a potential new project for Final Fantasy 9 (FF9). The tweet featured an image with the quote, "My memories will be part of the sky…", a poignant line from FF9's beloved character, the black mage Vivi, said at the game's conclusion. Accompanying the image was the caption, "If you know, you know," punctuated with a crying emoji. While not an official confirmation, this has sparked speculation about a possible FF9 remake.

The demand for an FF9 remake has been high, given its status as a fan favorite cherished for its timeless charm and deep emotional connections. Even Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has publicly declared FF9 as his favorite in the series. With the successful remakes of Final Fantasy 7, and considering FF9's upcoming 25th anniversary, fans are hopeful that a remake is on the horizon.

This concept has been discussed by Final Fantasy XIV producer Naoki Yoshida in a 2024 interview with Video Games. He acknowledged the fan requests for an FF9 remake, noting, "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

Square Enix has launched a dedicated website to celebrate FF9's 25th anniversary, promising various projects to mark the occasion. This has fueled speculation about a potential remake. Upon closer inspection, fans have noticed new additions to the site, specifically the Formism Figures of Zidane and Garnet available for pre-order on Square Enix's e-store.

The descriptions of these figures have caught the community's attention, stating, "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 to speculation that these could be previews of their appearance in a rumored FF9 remake.

Despite the swirling rumors, no official announcement has been made. However, with Square Enix's latest tweet and the anticipation surrounding FF9’s 25th anniversary, fans have compelling reasons to believe that a remake might be in development.