The long-dormant Final Fantasy IX animated series is back in production with a new release target of 2028. While many fans have been holding out for a high-budget game remake, this project—re-emerging after its original studio's closure—is a sequel-style adaptation aimed at a younger generation.
Key Details of the Revival
Originally announced in 2021 by Cyber Group Studios, the project stalled after the studio filed for bankruptcy in early 2025. Recent reports from French industry publication Écran Total confirm the series has found a new home.
New Production Studio: The project is now being developed by French studio Euro Visual in co-production with La Chouette Compagnie.
Format & Style: It is planned as a 2D animated series consisting of 13 episodes, each approximately 22 minutes long.
Target Audience: The show is specifically designed for children aged 6 to 13, leaning into the original game's more whimsical and cartoonish tone.
Creative Team: Production continues with Charles Lefebvre as director and writer, and Sylvain Dos Santos serving as art director.
Story Plot: Following Vivi's Legacy
Rather than a direct retelling of the game's events, the series is titled Final Fantasy IX: The Black Mages' Legacy and serves as a sequel set in the world of Gaia.
New Protagonists: The show stars the six children of the beloved hero Vivi Ornitier: Mel, Koln, Luciola, Théa, Fala, and Doc.
The Conflict: The siblings live peacefully in Alexandria until Koln finds Mel frozen like a statue, an event that forces them to leave the safety of their home to discover the world and find a cure.
The Mission: The journey focuses on the siblings discovering the vast world beyond Alexandria for the first time as they investigate if their father's "tragic legacy" has resurfaced.
Status of the Final Fantasy 9 Remake
The revival of the anime has intensified discussions around the rumored game remake, which first surfaced in the 2021 Nvidia leak. However, current reports are less optimistic:
Likely Paused: Prominent leaker Nate the Hate reported in late 2025 that he believes the remake is currently "on ice" with no new information to share.
Potential Strategy: Some analysts speculate that Square Enix may be timing the game's eventual release to coincide with the anime's 2028 launch for maximum cross-media impact.
25th Anniversary Silences: During the game's anniversary in July 2025, Square Enix focused on merchandise and art exhibitions rather than confirming a new software title.
Would you like me to find the character descriptions for Vivi's six children to see how they differ from their father?
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