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Final Fantasy IX
Universal acclaim
Based on 22 critic reviews
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Based on 109 votes
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Game Info
Publisher: Square Electronic Arts
Developer: Square Soft
Genre(s): Role-Playing Game
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: T (Teen)
Release Date: November 14, 2000
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What The Critics Said
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Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
Our favorite PS one Final Fantasy. [Nov 2001, p.46]
Games Radar UK (Pre-2006)
Pushing the humble PSone to its absolute limits, Square have done the impossible and actually improved on FFVIII's visuals.
Read Full Review >Core Magazine
Gorgeous graphics, pleasant music, and an engaging (although somewhat cliché) story combine in a fitting conclusion to the PlayStation series of Final Fantasy titles.
Read Full Review >GamePro
It does, at times, go beyond expectations to give gamers a true masterpiece.
Read Full Review >GMR Magazine
The crystals return to the series, along with a four-member party, blue magic, and black mages. [Feb 2003, p.97]
Hot Games
A triumph of style with a touch of whimsy, this Fantasy is the perfect finale to an era of PS RPG gaming.
Read Full Review >Gaming Age
It just does everything in the most solid way possible. An intriguing storyline, characters you actually care about, tried and true FF gameplay, a memorable soundtrack, beautiful, polished graphics, and not many crazy "systems" to learn and master.
Read Full Review >Daily Radar
If nothing else, Final Fantasy IX is a work of utterly sumptuous beauty, with gorgeous environments, jaw-dropping cut-scenes and detailed characters.
Gaming Maxx
Square went all out and put together a masterpiece that could only leave us all in anticipation of Final Fantasy X on the Sony Playstation 2.
Read Full Review >Electronic Gaming Monthly
Yet another outstanding FF sequel, this time with a return to its roots. [Jan 2004, p.188]
Antagonist
It's a cap to all the Final Fantasies and still a masterpiece alone. It's not perfect, but it's as good as traditional RPGs get.
Happy Puppy
But for the feel of nostalgia bolstered by the still-capable technology of the PlayStation, this game can make you feel actual delight--something that's tough to do in these cynical times.
Read Full Review >netjak
There are so many humorous moments in the game, but at the same time, many emotional moments as well. Throughout my journey, I connected with the characters, as they truly came alive for me. Few games were as engrossing as this, as it really captivated me with its fantastic story and entertaining twists.
Read Full Review >IGN
Final Fantasy could go on forever re-creating its particular spin on the traditional heroic quest, and it would be a success every single time, but I can't help feeling as if something that features this kind of majestic visual craftsmanship ought to host a story built with equal care.
Read Full Review >Gamestyle
A masterpiece of an adventure game. For anyone not to fall in love with it would truly amaze me. Everything is set just right and you are drawn into the story right from the very offset.
Read Full Review >Spank!
The twists and turns of the plot are brought to life on screen in a way that leaves you itching to find out what's round the next corner.
CNET Gamecenter
Continues the series' long-standing tradition of quality in one of the most compelling RPGs ever. This is the last Final Fantasy game that will appear on the PlayStation, and SquareSoft has definitely saved its best for last.
Gamezilla!
With a storyline that drew me in more than most games I’ve played recently, graphics quality that I thought was impossible on my TV, and a cast of characters that amused and delighted, I’ve found a game that I love.
Read Full Review >Cincinnati Enquirer
One of the best games in the coveted series and one of the top RPGs of the year.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
As with Final Fantasy VII and VIII, the music arrangements are distinctly synthesized and sound 16-bit.
Read Full Review >Game Revolution
But big steps towards a deeper, more immersive experience haven't been made here. Even the most impassioned player must start asking for more out of the Final Fantasy institution.
Read Full Review >GameCritics
Doesn't offer very much that is new. The game is more than a little formulaic at times, using rehashed bits from other Final Fantasy games and not taking them any further.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 9.1 (out of 10) based on 109 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Raxsah W gave it a10:
The most underrated Final Fantasy to have ever been made. I admit, the attention to character art during normal gameplay isn't the best (better than FF7 though) but the backdrops and sceneries are stunning. The storyline is captivating, surprising you with unexpected plot twists that intertwine with each other flawlessly. Each character also has his/her own story which leads you to a deeper understanding of them and how they have come to be where they are during the game. A masterpiece that was unfortunately released too late as by this time, the PS2 had already been in the market for a good year or so I believe, which diverted everyone's attention from the game. To anyone thinking of trying the game out, I can almost guarantee you won't be disappointed
Tidus D gave it a10:
The best FF in the PSX and the best FF in all console after FFX
pEz the punker gave it a10:
This is the BEST adventure game that must be play by all RPG fanz.It is easy to control the characters,not have system that make you want to crush your controller like in FF10,12 and 13,the sound and graphic also in incredible(in PS1),full of funny characters and have a GOOD looking heroin(Princess Garnett,hehe).Thats make me played this game more than 3 times!
Kyle H gave it a10:
My favorite Final Fantasy ever. And in my personal opinion, the best one, hands down. This time around they took on a totally midieval feel and it just works. I've never been a huge fan of the gunplay in the series, so going back to pure blades and magic is awesome. The story is amazing. It blows final FF7 out of the water. Sephiroth is the baddest villian, but overall the story is just more cohesive and emotional in 9. The sidequests can keep you entertained for hours and hours, and the skills system is really user firiendly. The graphics are superior to all those that came before it, and the active time battle system works well in the game. A must play for any RPG fan.
Bobby L gave it a10:
This game is a divider- people either love it or hate it. I love it as do most of the people who I've talked to who have played all of the core FF games. It's got a lot to offer as far as sidequests and such, the combat isn't innovative at all but is very solid, and more importantly than anything else the story and characters are fantastic.
anonymous gave it a10:
The best game I've ever played includes in my opninion best soundtrack and the most reliable characters of all FF games. Maybe because of that I've been trough eight times... still working on the perfect ninth.
Morgan F gave it a0:
Boring, boring, boring. The plot is so shallow that makes you doubt your intelligence, the gameplay makes you want to cut your hands ang the graphics sucs. It is the most overrated game ever. I want my spended hours back!
