FINAL FANTASY 14 Teases FF9 Remake with Dawntrail's Bonus Items Yoshi-P Keeps Secret

Excitement builds within the Final Fantasy community as Square Enix confirms the arrival of the upcoming expansion, Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail set for release on July 2. This new expansion has generated interest due to the inclusion of various Final Fantasy 9-themed items. Among the teasers are a pre-order bonus featuring a wind-up Zidane minion and additional in-game rewards like the wind-up Garnet Minion and an Ark Mount from FF9. Naoki 'Yoshi-P' Yoshida, the producer and director, has intriguingly hinted at a "secret" reason for these references. Fans are speculating about the possibility of a Final Fantasy 9-themed raid within the expansion, or even the long-rumored FF9 remake, potentially lining up with game announcements typically made around early summer.

Are there hints of a Final Fantasy IX remake within Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail?

The inclusion of FF9-themed items in the upcoming Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail expansion has led to fan speculation that Square Enix may be hinting at a potential Final Fantasy IX remake. However, any official confirmation remains a "secret" according to the game's producer and director, Naoki Yoshida.

Final Fantasy IX is a beloved installment in the Final Fantasy series that originally released for PlayStation in 2000. It marked a return to the series' medieval roots with a focus on traditional fantasy elements after the more futuristic settings of its predecessors. Over the years, FF9 has been ported to various platforms, gaining a reputation for its story, characters, and nostalgic appeal within the greater FF franchise. The speculative connection between the FF9-themed items in the upcoming FFXIV: Dawntrail expansion and the potential for a remake has added to the anticipation and excitement in the gaming community.