Among the many Final Fantasy titles, Final Fantasy IX has been widely considered one of the best classic entries within the Final Fantasy franchise, holding up well two decades after its release. While Final Fantasy IX’s 2016 remaster reintroduced the title to a newer audience, many fans have been itching for a full modern remake. So when rumors spread about a possible Final Fantasy IX remake, fans were understandably excited. The full reveal finally came in late September of this year, throwing whatever hopes fans had to the wayside. The item was tied to Final Fantasy IX, but not in the way fans expected.
Final Fantasy IX: A Place to Call Home Released
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Square Enix announced pre-orders for a small black Final Fantasy IX collectible music box, one part of a line of music boxes for classic Final Fantasy games. The item, A Place to Call Home, is named after the iconic main theme of Final Fantasy IX that it plays. As noted by GameRant, following preorders opening as early as September 2026, shipments began in October for Europe and the UK, while North America’s shipments occurred in July. For $26.99 in North America and €29.99/£29.99 in Europe and the UK, the music box seems to be a decent collectible for dedicated Final Fantasy IX fans. Within the collection, A Place to Call Home is one of three music boxes specifically tied to Final Fantasy IX, including ‘Roses of May’ and ‘Not Alone.’
The Final Fantasy franchise is no stranger to musical collectibles. Outside of music boxes, Square Enix has released a number of vinyl records, orchestra albums, soundtrack box sets, and more. This comes during the lead-up to the final entry in the Final Fantasy VII remake trilogy in early April 2027. Whether a remake of Final Fantasy IX exists likely depends on where Square Enix wants to go following the completion of the Final Fantasy VII remake games.
Regardless, the music box announcement didn’t stop the rumors of a Final Fantasy IX remake. Despite growing controversy over remakes as audiences call for original IP, remakes have proven successful. As seen with the Final Fantasy VII remake trilogy, Square Enix has managed to balance tapping into nostalgia while also enhancing the gameplay and story for audiences new to the game. But unfortunately for fans, the future is still up in the air. Seasoned journalist and RPG Site co-founder Alex Donaldson reported on ResetEra that a Final Fantasy IX remake existed, but production ground to a halt. Donaldson continued, noting that nothing was set in stone.
Whatever Square Enix decides to do in the future, the company knows full well that there is an audience for a Final Fantasy IX remake. There is always a chance for the remake to be revisited, especially with the production gap that will likely follow the completion of the Final Fantasy VII remake trilogy next year. Until then, Final Fantasy fans may have to hunker down and wait.
