Square Enix Tweet Sparks FF9 Remake Rumors

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

Dive into the latest buzz surrounding the potential remake of the beloved classic, Final Fantasy 9 (FF9), as Square Enix drops intriguing hints on its 25th anniversary.

Final Fantasy 9 Remake May Get Announced Soon

Square Enix Teases Final Fantasy 9 Remake

Excitement is in the air as Square Enix's recent tweet has sparked fresh speculation about a Final Fantasy 9 remake. On April 7, they shared an image on Twitter (X) featuring the poignant quote, "My memories will be part of the sky…", a line famously spoken by FF9's beloved black mage, Vivi, towards the game's end. Accompanied by the caption "If you know, you know" and a crying emoji, this post has ignited fervent discussions among fans, hinting at a possible remake.

The demand for an FF9 remake has been vocal among fans, drawn by its timeless charm and the deep emotional bonds formed with its characters. Notably, Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has named FF9 as his personal favorite. Following the successful remakes of Final Fantasy 7, and with FF9's 25th anniversary on the horizon, expectations are high for a similar treatment.

Insights from Final Fantasy XIV producer Naoki Yoshida further fuel these speculations. In a 2024 interview with Video Games, Yoshida discussed the challenges of remaking FF9, 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, promising a range of celebratory projects. This announcement alone stirred the pot of remake rumors. A closer look at the site revealed new Formism Figures of Zidane and Garnet available for pre-order on Square Enix's e-store. The product descriptions hint at a modernized take on the characters, stating, "To commemorate the 25th anniversary, the texture of the costume has been reinterpreted and recreated in three dimensions." This has led many to speculate that these updated designs could preview the characters' appearance in a potential FF9 remake.

Despite the swirling rumors, no official confirmation of a Final Fantasy 9 remake has been made. However, with Square Enix's cryptic tweet and the upcoming 25th anniversary celebrations, fans have plenty of reasons to believe that a remake might soon be on the horizon.