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Toshiyuki Itahana, the character designer for Final Fantasy IX, has left Square Enix after completing his commitments for the game's 25th anniversary, and plans to pursue a career as a freelance illustrator and character designer.
Final Fantasy IX celebrated its 25th anniversary with a fan art project and anniversary video, but there was no announcement of the long-rumored remake, leading to disappointment among fans. While some industry insiders suggest the remake might still be in development, there is no official confirmation, and concerns about its progress persist.
Square Enix released a new picture book prequel for Final Fantasy IX in Japan, focusing on Vivi and his grandfather before the game's events, as part of the series's 25th anniversary celebrations, available in both digital and physical formats, alongside other merchandise.
Square Enix has released new artwork for the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy IX, featuring the game's cast and celebrating its medieval style. The anniversary, on July 7, 2025, sparks speculation about a possible remake, though no official announcement has been made. Additional artwork depicting Kuja and the cast was also shared, along with a dedicated anniversary website.
Reliable leaker Midori has revealed that the long-rumored Final Fantasy IX remake is "very far along" in development, with an expected release in 2025. Initially outsourced, Square Enix took over the project internally after being dissatisfied with the results. The remake is expected to stay true to the original's story and art style, with updated graphics. Official news might be announced soon, possibly during the upcoming Xbox Showcase.
The Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail expansion is set to launch on July 2, with pre-orders starting on March 26 and including three days of early access. The expansion will feature various Final Fantasy IX-themed bonuses, with the reason behind these references being kept a secret. Pre-order and Collector’s Edition bonuses include in-game items and physical bonus goods, while a Final Fantasy XVI crossover questline for Final Fantasy XIV will run from April 2 to May 8.
Recent rumors of a Final Fantasy IX remake have been circulating, but Jeff Grubb of Giant Bomb clarifies that he never mentioned an "ATB turn-based system" for the remake. However, he confirms that the remake is definitely real. Square Enix is reportedly considering various remasters and remakes, including Final Fantasy Tactics, alongside the ongoing Final Fantasy VII Remake project. The Nvidia leak from 2019 also mentioned other potential projects such as Kingdom Hearts 4, Resident Evil 4 Remake, Street Fighter 6, Dragon's Dogma 2, Tekken 8, The Talos Principle 2, and Helldivers 2.
Final Fantasy IX: Memoria Project, a group of passionate developers, has released a 25-minute video showcasing their project to recreate Final Fantasy IX in Unreal Engine 5. The project is unplayable and meant to only showcase what the game could look like if it was remastered and released on modern platforms. Square Enix has not formally revealed any plans for a Final Fantasy IX remake, but rumors persist.