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 hints and explore the clues pointing toward a remake of this beloved game, especially highlighted on its 25th anniversary website.

Final Fantasy 9 Remake May Get Announced Soon

Square Enix Teases Final Fantasy 9 Remake

On April 7, Square Enix stirred excitement among fans with a tweet that many believe teases an upcoming project for Final Fantasy 9. The tweet featured an image with the poignant quote "My memories will be part of the sky…", a line spoken by the beloved black mage Vivi at the game's conclusion. 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 a FF9 remake has been strong, given its status as a fan favorite known for its timeless charm and deep character connections. Hironobu Sakaguchi, the creator of Final Fantasy, has publicly stated that FF9 is his favorite in the series. With the successful precedent set by the Final Fantasy 7 remake series, and considering FF9's popularity and its approaching 25th anniversary, a remake seems plausible.

Naoki Yoshida, producer of Final Fantasy XIV, has also weighed in on the potential of an FF9 remake. In a 2024 interview with Video Games, he acknowledged the fan requests and noted the challenge of remaking a game with such extensive content: "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

Adding fuel to the rumor fire, Square Enix launched a new website to celebrate FF9’s 25th anniversary, hinting at "various projects" in the works. This announcement alone sparked interest in a potential remake. However, a deeper look into the website revealed new Formism Figures of Zidane and Garnet available for pre-order on Square Enix’s e-store. The product descriptions notably mention that "To commemorate the 25th anniversary, the texture of the costume has been reinterpreted and recreated in three dimensions." This detail has led many to speculate that these updated character designs could be a preview of what fans might see in a rumored FF9 remake.

While no official announcement has been made, the combination of Square Enix’s enigmatic tweet and the developments on the 25th anniversary website gives fans ample reason to believe that a Final Fantasy 9 remake could be on the horizon.