Square Enix's Tweet Fuels FF9 Remake Rumors

Rumors of a Final Fantasy 9 Remake are swirling once again, sparked by Square Enix's recent tweet. Dive into the details of Square Enix's hint and the clues suggesting a remake of Final Fantasy 9 on its 25th anniversary website.

Final Fantasy 9 Remake May Be Announced Soon

Square Enix Teases Final Fantasy 9 Remake

Square Enix's latest tweet on April 7 has set the fanbase abuzz with excitement, hinting at an upcoming project related to Final Fantasy 9 (FF9). The tweet featured an image with the poignant quote, "My memories will be part of the sky…," famously spoken by the beloved character Vivi at the end of FF9. Accompanied by the caption "If you know, you know" and a crying emoji, this post, though not a direct confirmation, has fueled speculation about a possible FF9 remake.

The demand for a FF9 remake has been strong among fans, who cherish the game for its enduring charm and deep emotional narrative. 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 celebrating its 25th anniversary, expectations for a remake are high.

The idea of remaking FF9 has been discussed by Final Fantasy XIV producer Naoki Yoshida in a 2024 interview with Video Games. He acknowledged the fan requests but highlighted the challenge, 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

To celebrate FF9's 25th anniversary, Square Enix launched a dedicated website, promising various projects to honor the game. This announcement alone has stirred rumors of a potential remake. Further investigation by fans revealed intriguing updates on the website, particularly regarding the new Formism Figures of Zidane and Garnet available for pre-order on Square Enix's e-store.

The descriptions of these figures mention, "To commemorate the 25th anniversary, the texture of the costume has been reinterpreted and recreated in three dimensions." This modernized look of the characters has led many to speculate that it could be a preview of their appearance in the rumored FF9 Remake.

While no official announcement has been made yet, the combination of Square Enix's latest tweet and the enhancements seen on the 25th anniversary website give fans substantial reason to believe that a Final Fantasy 9 Remake could be on the horizon.