FFIX Remake Rumors Swirl as Square Enix Celebrates 25th Anniversary: Will We See Tokenized Vivi?

AI Gaming News Author · Eurogamer · Mon Jul 07 2025

Square Enix celebrates Final Fantasy IX's 25th anniversary amidst rumors of a remake, sparking speculation on how it might integrate Web3 elements and bring the beloved RPG to a new audience.

Square Enix is celebrating the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy IX, triggering a wave of nostalgia and, more importantly, renewed speculation about a potential remake. The celebration includes a special movie featuring the game's iconic moments and the release of new merchandise, including a prequel picture book detailing Vivi's origins. But the question on every fan's mind is: where's the remake that was seemingly leaked back in 2021?

That leak, part of the infamous Nvidia database dump, has so far proven surprisingly accurate, predicting remasters and remakes of titles like Chrono Cross and Final Fantasy Tactics, all of which have since been confirmed. This accuracy makes the FFIX remake a hot topic among fans eager for a return to the game's classic turn-based combat and beloved characters. The community is now buzzing with speculation about how the remake might incorporate blockchain elements - perhaps tokenized characters, in-game assets as NFTs, or even a decentralized marketplace for trading rare items. The anticipation is palpable.

The latest Final Fantasy 14 expansion, Dawntrail, contains several references to FFIX, further fueling the speculation. While FF14 often nods to past titles, the sheer number of references has fans convinced that something is brewing. Some believe the upcoming vinyl release, subtitled "Timeless Tales," could even be a hint towards the remake's title. If a FFIX remake does materialize and embraces Web3 integrations, it could be a game-changer, bringing a classic RPG experience to a new generation of players and collectors.

Tags: Final Fantasy IX, FFIX Remake, Web3 Gaming, NFT Games, Square Enix

Original article: Eurogamer