Square Enix recently marked the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy 9 with commemorative merchandise and a new video tribute but a troubling rumor has begun to spread that is casting doubt over the future of the game’s long-rumored remake.
According to well-known gaming insider NateTheHate, the highly anticipated Final Fantasy 9 remake may have been shelved or canceled. In a recent post on ResetEra, the leaker stated:
"As of last check, it remains in development, to my knowledge, but I need to do a fresh check and see what a more current status is... as I did hear a month or so ago that it was in trouble and possibly canceled."
While Nate emphasized that this came from a single source and has not been confirmed, the claim has sparked concern among fans, especially given Square Enix’s silence on the project despite growing anticipation.
Square Enix Celebrates With Merchandise, Not a Remake Reveal
The remake of Final Fantasy 9 was originally rumored back in 2021 following the GeForce Now database leak, which listed several unannounced Square Enix projects. Since then, no official news or teasers have surfaced. Here is a look at the anniversary video that was released:
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Instead of confirming or denying the remake’s existence, Square Enix celebrated the July 7th anniversary by releasing:
- A commemorative anniversary video
- New artwork by original character designer Toshiyuki Itahana, featuring the cast in nostalgic locations like the Iifa Tree and Tantalus’ theater stage
- Pre-orders for 25th anniversary merchandise, including an art book delving into Vivi’s origins, one of the franchise’s most beloved characters
Community Concerns Growing Over Silence
Fans were hopeful that the anniversary would be the perfect moment for Square Enix to break its silence on the rumored remake. Instead, the absence of any major game announcements has led to growing concern that the project may not materialize.
Despite the lack of official word, fans continue to hold out hope. Final Fantasy 9 remains a beloved entry in the franchise thanks to its return to medieval fantasy, emotionally resonant story, and characters like Zidane, Freya, Garnet, and Vivi.
While rumors of the Final Fantasy 9 remake being in trouble are unconfirmed, the source’s credibility has given the report weight in the gaming community. Until Square Enix offers clarification, fans are left waiting in uncertainty celebrating a cherished game’s past while wondering about its future. Will these leaks hold true or will Square Enix break the silence soon? That remains to be seen. Stay tuned as we come back with more updates in the near future.
