Final Fantasy 9 Remake Might be ‘On Ice’, It’s Claimed

According to a trusted source, work on the Final Fantasy 9 Remake might be temporarily paused.

The remake of Final Fantasy 9 has faced a lot of challenges during its development. Earlier this year, reports suggested the project was struggling and might even be cancelled. Unfortunately, new information has come to light that will likely disappoint fans.

Final Fantasy 9 Remake’s Future is Unknown

NateTheHate, a known source of gaming information, recently said on X (formerly Twitter) that he believes development of the Final Fantasy 9 Remake has been put on hold. He doesn’t know if Square Enix will ever resume work on the project, suggesting the remake is currently stalled and its future is uncertain.

Early this year, excitement built around a potential remake of Final Fantasy 9, sparked by a new website celebrating the game’s 25th anniversary. Square Enix added to the buzz by sharing a quote from the original game’s ending. Unfortunately, recent news suggests the remake may not happen after all.

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2025-10-20 16:18