Final Fantasy 9 Remake Speculation Surges After Square Enix Tweet

Speculation about a Final Fantasy 9 remake has flared up following a cryptic tweet from Square Enix. Discover the details behind the tease and clues pointing to a potential remake as the game’s 25th anniversary approaches.

Final Fantasy 9 Remake Announcement May Be Imminent

Square Enix Hints at Final Fantasy 9 Remake

Fans were thrilled by a recent Square Enix tweet that appears to hint at a new project for Final Fantasy 9 (FF9). On April 7, Square Enix shared an image on Twitter (X) featuring the poignant quote, "My memories will be part of the sky…"

This line, spoken by the cherished black mage Vivi at the end of FF9, was accompanied by the caption, "If you know, you know," and a crying emoji. While not an official confirmation, the post has fueled speculation among fans about a possible remake.

A remake of FF9 has long been a fan favorite request, celebrated for its enduring charm and deep emotional resonance. Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has called FF9 his favorite in the series. With the successful Final Fantasy 7 remake series and FF9’s 25th anniversary on the horizon, anticipation for a remake is growing.

In a 2024 interview with Video Games, Final Fantasy XIV producer Naoki Yoshida discussed the possibility of an FF9 remake, noting, "There’s significant demand for a Final Fantasy IX remake, but its sheer scope is daunting."

Yoshida added, "Given the game’s vast content, creating a remake as a single title is a complex challenge. It’s a tough question."

Final Fantasy 9’s 25th Anniversary Website Showcases New 3D Figures

Square Enix recently unveiled a website to mark FF9’s 25th anniversary, announcing various projects to celebrate the milestone.

This alone has sparked remake rumors, but fans have also noticed intriguing details about new figures on the site.

New Formism Figures of Zidane and Garnet are now available for pre-order on Square Enix’s e-store. The product descriptions, which note that "the costume textures have been reinterpreted and recreated in three dimensions for the 25th anniversary," have led fans to speculate that these updated designs could hint at the characters’ appearance in a potential FF9 remake.

While no official confirmation has been made, Square Enix’s recent tweet and the 25th anniversary celebrations provide strong reasons for fans to believe a remake may be in development.