Square Enix Tweet Sparks FF9 Remake Rumors

Excitement is brewing among Final Fantasy fans as rumors of a Final Fantasy 9 (FF9) remake swirl following Square Enix's recent social media activity. Dive into the details behind Square Enix's tease and the intriguing signs pointing towards a potential FF9 remake on its 25th anniversary website.

Final Fantasy 9 Remake May Get Announced Soon

Square Enix Teases Final Fantasy 9 Remake

Fans rejoiced with Square Enix’s latest tweet, seemingly teasing an upcoming project for Final Fantasy 9 (FF9). On April 7, Square Enix posted an image on Twitter (X) featuring the poignant quote "My memories will be part of the sky…"

This heartfelt line is spoken by the beloved character Vivi, the black mage, at the conclusion of FF9. The post's caption, "If you know, you know," accompanied by a crying emoji, has fueled speculation about a possible remake. While not a confirmation, the tweet has reignited hope among fans.

FF9 has long been a fan favorite, cherished for its timeless appeal and deep emotional connections with its characters. Even Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has named FF9 as his favorite in the series. Following the success of the Final Fantasy 7 remake series, and with FF9's upcoming 25th anniversary, the possibility of a remake seems increasingly plausible.

Naoki Yoshida, producer of Final Fantasy XIV, shed light on the concept during a 2024 interview with Video Games. He acknowledged the fan demand for an FF9 remake, 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

Square Enix has launched a dedicated website to celebrate FF9’s 25th anniversary, announcing various projects to honor the milestone. This has further fueled rumors of a potential remake. Keen-eyed fans noticed something intriguing on the site: new Formism Figures of Zidane and Garnet available for pre-order on Square Enix’s e-store.

The product descriptions for these figures have caught attention, stating, "To commemorate the 25th anniversary, the texture of the costume has been reinterpreted and recreated in three dimensions." This modernized and slightly altered design has led many to speculate that it hints at the aesthetic of a rumored FF9 remake.

Despite the mounting speculation, no official announcement has been made. However, with Square Enix's recent tweet and the 25th anniversary celebrations, fans have compelling reasons to believe that a Final Fantasy 9 remake might be on the horizon.