A fresh sale has kicked off on the PlayStation Store, offering some fantastic bargains on popular games for both PS4 and PS5. Among these is a cherished JRPG from the PS1 era, which might soon see a remake.
### Final Fantasy IX Now 60% Off on PS Store
Gamers can snag Final Fantasy IX for just $8.39—all thanks to a hefty 60% discount from its regular price of $20.99. Although there’s still some time before this deal vanishes, it’s best not to sit on it for too long. The sale wraps up on May 8 at 2:59 A.M. ET.
The game takes place when the Tantalus Theatre Troupe visits the Kingdom of Alexandria, supposedly to celebrate Princess Garnet’s birthday. Yet, these performers have a hidden agenda: they’re actually planning to kidnap the princess. Meanwhile, Vivi, a young black mage, arrives with hopes of seeing the show only to discover his ticket is a fake. In this whimsical, storybook-like world, Zidane the thief, Princess Garnet, and Vivi find themselves ensnared in a touching and epic crystal-centered saga.
Back in 2000, Final Fantasy IX was released for the PS1 and quickly garnered rave reviews. On Metacritic, it boasts an impressive average score of 94, based on 22 critic reviews. While it may not enjoy the same level of fame as some of its predecessors, it holds the title of the highest-rated game in this longstanding series on Metacritic.
It’s a fitting moment for Final Fantasy IX to be discounted, as it marks its 25th anniversary this year. To celebrate, Square Enix has launched a website dedicated to this milestone. Coinciding with the site’s debut, they’ve hinted at a possible announcement, fuelling speculation about a remake. Fans will need to keep their ears to the ground to see if these whispers turn into reality.
