Rumors Swirl About Final Fantasy IX Remake: A 25th Anniversary Disappointment?

Amina Al-Mansoori

"This is such a letdown! Final Fantasy IX deserves better than just a montage."

Hikari Tanaka

"Will Square Enix ever give us the remake we want? It's just so frustrating."

Zanele Dlamini

"I thought the anniversary would be a big deal! What a missed opportunity."

Samuel Okafor

"Can we start a petition for a proper remake?! #FFIXForever"

Ivan Petrov

"I can't believe they didn’t announce anything. Totally bummed!"

Alejandro Gómez

"What do you think the chances are that it's not canceled?"

James Okafor

"Come on, Square Enix! Don't leave us hanging like this!"

James Okafor

"Honestly, I just want to see Vivi and Zidane in HD!"

Alejandro Gómez

"If they cancel this remake, I might cry! 😢"

Hikari Tanaka

"Why are they focusing on old games instead of new ones? Give us something fresh!"

Robert Schmidt

"Can someone please explain why a remake is so hard to make? It's 2025!"

Aisha Al-Farsi

"I just want the turn-based combat back! That's the heart of these games."

2025-07-07T20:00:00Z

In recent months, excitement has been building among fans regarding a potential remake of Final Fantasy IX, a game cherished by many in the vast Final Fantasy series and originally released for the PlayStation One. These rumors gained momentum following a series of marketing efforts from Square Enix, including intriguing new artwork, merchandise releases, and even the launch of a dedicated website celebrating the game's upcoming 25th anniversary on July 7.

As the much-anticipated date arrived, fans were left feeling disheartened when Square Enix did not announce any news regarding the remake. Instead, the company opted to share a nostalgic montage video featuring memorable scenes and moments from Final Fantasy IX on