# FINAL FANTASY Ⅸ

> Classic JRPG adventure with story, abilities, trance, synthesis, and minigames. (iPhone/iPad app by SQUARE ENIX Co., Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/final-fantasy/id1041260001 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SQUARE ENIX Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/300186801)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Role Playing
- Price: $20.99
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 1,400 App Store ratings · 429 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 2.9 GB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-02-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/final-fantasy/id1041260001/reviews.md

## What is FINAL FANTASY Ⅸ?

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Due to the size of the application, the download may take a considerable amount of time to complete. The app uses 3.9GB of space. When downloading the game for the first time, you must have more than 4GB of space available on your device. Version updates for the app will use more than 4GB of space. Please ensure that there is plenty of space available on your device before downloading.
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■Description
Selling over 5.5million copies since its release in 2000, FINAL FANTASY IX proudly returns on iOS! 
Now you can relive the adventures of Zidane and his crew in the palm of your hands!

Enjoy this classic FINAL FANTASY experience with no additional fees or purchases.


■Story
Zidane and the Tantalus Theater Troupe have kidnapped Princess Garnet, the heir of Alexandria. 
To their surprise, however, the princess herself yearned to escape the castle. 
Through a series of unusual circumstances, she and her personal guard, Steiner, fall in with Zidane and set out on an incredible journey. 
Meeting unforgettable characters like Vivi and Quina along the way, they learn about themselves, the secrets of the Crystal, and a malevolent force that threatens to destroy their world.


■Gameplay Features

・Abilities
Learn new abilities by equipping items. 
When fully mastered, these abilities can be used even without equipping items, allowing for nearly endless customization options.

・Trance
Fill your Trance gauge as you sustain hits in battle. 
When fully charged, your characters will enter Trance mode, granting them powerful new skills!

・Synthesis
Never let items go to waste. Combine two items or pieces of equipment together and make better, stronger items!

・Minigames
Whether it's Chocobo Hot and Cold, Jump Rope, or Tetra Master, there are plenty of minigames to enjoy when you're not off saving the world. 
You can even earn special item rewards!


■Additional Features
・Achievements
・7 game boosters including high speed and no encounter modes.
・Autosave
・High-definition movies and character models.



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Operating System
iOS 15.6 or later



Recommended Devices
iPhone 7, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 14, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16e
iPad Pro (3rd Generation), iPad Pro (4th Generation), iPad Air 5

We cannot guarantee proper performance on devices other than those listed above.
Please confirm your device model before downloading this app.

## Key features

- Learn and master abilities by equipping items
- Enter Trance mode for powerful new skills in battle
- Combine items and equipment through synthesis
- Engage in various minigames like Chocobo Hot and Cold
- Utilize game boosters like high speed and no encounter modes
- Enjoy high-definition movies and character models

## Chart rankings

- #137 in Top Paid · Role Playing (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 429)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/final-fantasy/id1041260001/reviews.md

### 5/5 — They don’t make games like this anymore

*2026-05-25, version 1.5.4*

This game is wonderful. Anybody downvoting this is a clown.

### 5/5 — Super Umsetzung!

*2026-03-23*

Einfach nur tolle Umsetzung dieses Klassikers. Touch gut eingebaut, Charaktermodelle verbessert und Controllersupport. 
Für mich die beste IOS-Umsetzung der PS1 Final Fantasy’s. Wenn nun noch die Hintergründe besser aussehen würden wär es Mega! 
Wann kommen die anderen Teile?

### 3/5 — close to perfect but controller doesnt work

*2026-02-13, version 1.5.3*

if you try to play the game with a controller it has turbo on for everything and is very buggy youre better off just using the touchscreen but you cant do that if you airplay to the tv

### 2/5 — Great nostalgia, but mobile remote controls make it frustrating

*2026-02-10, version 1.5.3*

Playing FF9 on the phone has been fun for nostalgia, but the controls with a remote are pretty frustrating. When I try to purchase items, it sometimes auto-clicks and keeps buying without me intending to, or the cursor won’t stay in one place. The buttons feel like they have a mind of their own, which makes shopping and menu navigation really annoying.

I honestly think the game would be more enjoyable if there were an optional mode that gives access to all items, especially for mobile players dealing with control glitches. It would make the experience smoother and less stressful.

### 1/5 — Not Playable

*2026-02-07, version 1.5.3*

I have 1-9 final fantasy on my m3 iPad Pro. This game is not playable for me. I use a Bluetooth controller because who wants to hold a big iPad. The buttons are so sensitive, a single press will push the button multiple times rapidly. There are other reports of this issue over a year ago and it is not fixed. I feel cheated out of my money and I do not believe the developer cares,about the quality of this product. Look at the review score.

### 5/5 — Supports background audio, FF, updated perks etc..

*2026-01-29, version 1.5.3*

First off, thank you for supporting background audio from other sources. That’s so essential. 

Plus the perks that make it playable as an easy pickup / put-down experience on mobile - FF, autosave, 9999, etc…

### 1/5 — Consistent crashes

*2025-12-28, version 1.5.3*

I crash all the time on this app— I have a 15XR. No way I should be crashing.

### 1/5 — ATB боевка

*2025-12-12*

ATB боевка это худшее решение в игровой индустрии

### 1/5 — This game is a joke

*2025-12-02, version 1.5.3*

I really shouldn’t have bought this after seeing so many people encountering issues a few years ago. I’m here to tell you this game stops working pretty early on. The app force quits if you try and continue the game or load your save file.

### 5/5 — Incredible game and port

*2025-11-21, version 1.5.3*

Played this all the way through for another round of IX and because the fast forward features I was able to get through it and beat Ozma in 40 hours. Only bummer was when upgrading my iPhone I lost that file. Love this game though 10/10

## Frequently asked questions about FINAL FANTASY Ⅸ

### What is FINAL FANTASY IX?

FINAL FANTASY IX is a classic Japanese role-playing game that has been ported to iOS. It features a compelling story, memorable characters, and strategic gameplay elements such as abilities, trance, and synthesis. The game also includes various minigames for additional entertainment.

### What are the key gameplay features?

Key gameplay features include learning abilities by equipping items, entering 'Trance' mode for enhanced combat skills, combining items and equipment through 'Synthesis', and enjoying diverse minigames like 'Chocobo Hot and Cold' and 'Tetra Master'. The game also offers 7 boosters for gameplay customization.

### Is FINAL FANTASY IX free to play?

FINAL FANTASY IX is a paid application. The description states that players can 'Enjoy this classic FINAL FANTASY experience with no additional fees or purchases' after the initial download, indicating a one-time purchase model.

### What are the system requirements for FINAL FANTASY IX?

The game requires iOS 15.6 or later. It also has significant storage requirements, needing over 4GB of space for the initial download and potentially more for version updates. Specific recommended devices are listed, and performance is not guaranteed on unlisted models.

### What is the story of FINAL FANTASY IX?

The story follows Zidane and the Tantalus Theater Troupe as they kidnap Princess Garnet, who wishes to escape her castle. Their journey leads them to discover secrets of the Crystal and confront a malevolent force threatening their world, meeting characters like Vivi and Quina along the way.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.4 — 2026-02-25

Minor bugs have been fixed.

### 1.5.3 — 2021-11-05

The inability to play the game issue has been resolved.

### 1.4.9 — 2017-03-03

-Minor bugs fixed.

### 1.3.5 — 2016-07-19

Below are the details of the revision.
・The problems that forced termination when used summoned beast at some battle scenes.
・Others, some detailed wrong text.

### 1.3.0 — 2016-06-20

-Character display glitches in certain scenes now fixed.
-Exclamation marks now correctly edited in certain scenes.
-Collision detection issues with the ground in certain areas now fixed.
-Other minor bugs fixed.

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