Square Enix Tweet Sparks Final Fantasy 9 Remake Speculation

Square Enix’s recent tweet has reignited excitement for a potential Final Fantasy 9 remake. Dive into the details of their cryptic post and the clues surrounding the game’s 25th anniversary website.

Final Fantasy 9 Remake Announcement May Be Imminent

Square Enix Hints at Final Fantasy 9 Remake

Square Enix’s April 7 tweet sent fans into a frenzy, hinting at a new project for Final Fantasy 9 (FF9). The post featured an image with the poignant quote, "My memories will be part of the sky…"

This line, spoken by the cherished black mage Vivi at FF9’s conclusion, was paired with the caption, "If you know, you know," and a crying emoji. While not an official confirmation, the tweet has fueled speculation about a possible remake.

Fans have long clamored for an FF9 remake, drawn to its enduring charm and deep character connections. Hironobu Sakaguchi, Final Fantasy’s creator, has called FF9 his favorite in the series. With the successful Final Fantasy 7 remake series and FF9’s 25th anniversary approaching, anticipation for a similar revival is growing.

In a 2024 interview with Video Games, Final Fantasy XIV producer Naoki Yoshida discussed the challenges of an FF9 remake. He noted, "There’s strong demand for a Final Fantasy 9 remake, but its vast scope makes it a daunting project."

Yoshida added, "Given the game’s immense scale, creating it as a single title is a complex challenge."

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

Square Enix launched a dedicated website to mark FF9’s 25th anniversary, announcing various celebratory projects.

This milestone alone has sparked remake rumors. Fans have also noticed intriguing details in the website’s offerings.

New Formism Figures of Zidane and Garnet are now available for pre-order on Square Enix’s e-store. The product descriptions highlight "a reinterpreted, three-dimensional costume texture" for the 25th anniversary, leading many to speculate that these updated designs could reflect the characters’ appearance in a potential FF9 remake.

While no official confirmation has surfaced, Square Enix’s recent tweet and the 25th anniversary festivities provide compelling reasons to believe a remake may be in development.