"FF9 Remake Rumors Ignite Post Square Enix Tweet"

The buzz around a potential Final Fantasy 9 (FF9) remake has intensified following a cryptic tweet from Square Enix. Dive into the details surrounding Square Enix's hint and the clues suggesting a remake might be unveiled on the game's 25th anniversary website.

Final Fantasy 9 Remake May Get Announced Soon

Square Enix Teases Final Fantasy 9 Remake

Fans are buzzing with excitement over Square Enix's latest tweet, which appears to hint at an upcoming project related to 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 quote is famously spoken by Vivi, the beloved black mage from FF9, during the game's emotional conclusion. Accompanying the image, the tweet was captioned, "If you know, you know," accompanied by a crying emoji. While this isn't an official confirmation, the tweet has fueled speculation about a possible FF9 remake.

A remake of FF9 has long been a fervent wish among fans, cherished for its timeless charm and deep emotional connections with its characters. Even Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has named FF9 as his favorite in the series. With the success of the Final Fantasy 7 remake series, and considering FF9's enduring popularity and its upcoming 25th anniversary, anticipation for a remake is at an all-time high.

The idea of remaking FF9 was touched upon by Final Fantasy XIV producer Naoki Yoshida in a 2024 interview with Video Games. He acknowledged the fan demand, saying, "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." Yoshida further elaborated, "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, hinting at various projects in the works to honor the milestone. This announcement has further fueled speculation about a potential remake.

Eagle-eyed fans have noticed something intriguing 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 for these figures state, "To commemorate the 25th anniversary, the texture of the costume has been reinterpreted and recreated in three dimensions." This modernized and somewhat altered appearance of the characters has led many to speculate that it could be a preview of their look in a rumored FF9 remake.

While no official announcement has been made, the combination of Square Enix's enigmatic tweet and the developments surrounding FF9's 25th anniversary celebration provide fans with compelling reasons to believe that a remake might indeed be on the horizon.