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Final Fantasy 9 is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025 with various releases including merchandise, collaborations, and an upcoming picture book, fueling speculation about a possible remake, although no official announcement has been made yet.
Square Enix commemorated the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy IX with a new video, fueling ongoing rumors of a remake, especially after a previous Nvidia leak suggested such a project was in development, though recent comments indicate it might be in trouble or canceled.
Square Enix celebrated the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy 9 with a special movie and new merchandise, but fans are still awaiting the rumored remake, which has been hinted at through leaks and references but remains unconfirmed.
Square Enix celebrated the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy 9 with a new video and merchandise, fueling reports that a remake of the game is in development, although it has not been officially announced yet. Multiple sources suggest that a remake, potentially in the style of the Final Fantasy 7 remake trilogy, is being considered due to the game's large volume and popularity.
Rumors from the insider Midori suggest that a Final Fantasy 9 remake is nearing completion, a Dragon Quest HD-2D trilogy will be revealed at the upcoming Nintendo Direct, and a Kingdom Hearts collaboration with Fortnite may be in the works. However, these claims remain speculative.
Final Fantasy 14 director Naoki 'Yoshi-P' Yoshida's announcement of Final Fantasy 9-themed extras for the Collector’s Edition of Final Fantasy 14 expansion Dawntrail has reignited rumors of a potential Final Fantasy 9 remake. While it's unclear whether this hints at a remake or a crossover event, fans are excited about the prospect of the classic role-playing game being reborn, especially given recent leaks and reports about a potential remake and an animated series. Meanwhile, Square Enix is currently focused on remaking Final Fantasy 7, with the second entry recently released and the final part of the trilogy expected to be completed around 2028.
The director of Final Fantasy 14, Naoki "Yoshi-P" Yoshida, teased that the numerous references to Final Fantasy 9 in the upcoming Dawntrail expansion are not a coincidence, but he refused to reveal more, calling it a "secret." Speculation arose from previous leaks, but with no further details from Yoshida, it remains a mystery. Additionally, the release details for Dawntrail were confirmed, with the expansion set to launch on July 2, 2024, following a week of early access starting on June 28.
Square Enix is reportedly working on a full remake of Final Fantasy 9, set for a 2024/2025 launch. The remake is expected to retain the original game's charm and features, with a rejuvenated ATB turn-based battle system and the return of the "Trance" system. While it won't be on the same scale as the Final Fantasy VII Remake, it aims to capture the elements that made FF9 beloved. The game's unique aesthetic and memorable characters, along with Nobuo Uematsu's iconic soundtrack, are expected to be preserved. A release date has not been announced.