Square Enix Teases Final Fantasy IX 25th Anniversary Projects: Will a Remake Arrive on Nintendo Switch?

Square Enix’s Final Fantasy IX remains a beloved cornerstone in RPG history, originally launching on July 7, 2000, for the Sony PlayStation.

As the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy IX approaches in 2025, the gaming community’s interest in a potential remake has intensified, fueled by years of discussion and substantiated by details from past industry leaks.

On its official website, Square Enix recently acknowledged the upcoming anniversary, confirming a slate of commemorative projects for Final Fantasy IX.

In a statement shared for the 25th anniversary announcement, the company explained, "Final Fantasy IX, which was released on July 7, 2000, will celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2025.

We are preparing a variety of projects to commemorate the 25th anniversary, including merchandise and collaborations, so please look forward to it." This official communication, highlighted by outlets such as Push Square, has further energized speculation about what might be revealed. While Square Enix’s statement did not offer explicit confirmation of a Final Fantasy IX remake, it comes in the wake of persistent rumors following a high-profile NVIDIA database leak in 2021 that referenced an unannounced Final Fantasy IX project.

The combination of official teases and industry leaks has kept fans and analysts alert for news—especially with major announcements anticipated soon from Nintendo regarding their next-generation platform, currently known as Switch 2. Square Enix has a well-established relationship with Nintendo platforms, having supported the Nintendo Switch with classic and modern RPG ports, including numerous entries in the Final Fantasy series.

In early 2024, the publisher reaffirmed its intent to adopt a multiplatform approach for future releases, a strategy that includes Nintendo’s current and upcoming hardware.

This commitment indicates that any new Final Fantasy projects—even remakes—would likely be accessible to Nintendo fans through the eShop or physical release. Sales history further underscores community interest: The original Final Fantasy IX has sold more than five million copies worldwide across all platforms since its release.

Its unique blend of classic turn-based combat, whimsical art direction, and memorable storytelling maintains a strong fan base, making it a natural candidate for a modern update. Whether Square Enix takes the bold path of full-scale remakes as seen with Final Fantasy VII Remake or opts for a more streamlined approach as seen in titles like Final Fantasy IV for Nintendo DS remains unknown.

However, with the company promising multiple projects to commemorate this landmark anniversary, anticipation within the JRPG community and among Nintendo Switch users continues to build.

For now, all eyes remain on Square Enix for concrete details.

As the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy IX draws closer and with Nintendo Direct presentations approaching, both longtime fans and newcomers alike await news of how this classic might be reimagined for the new generation of hardware, including the current Nintendo Switch and the much-discussed Switch 2.

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