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Final Fantasy IX Jigsaw Puzzle Launches for 25th Anniversary

Square Enix has announced that a 1,000‑piece jigsaw puzzle titled “Integrity” will be released this month to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy IX. The puzzle, priced at £32.99, features a striking key visual that captures the game’s iconic moments and can be pre‑ordered through the official Square Enix Store. In addition to Integrity, Square Enix is offering two other 1,000‑piece puzzles - Denouement and Reclusion - each showcasing a different key visual from the original 2000 title. The launch comes a year after the game’s anniversary celebrations and follows the announcement of an animated television series in development by Square Enix and Cyber Group Studios. Fans have speculated that the extensive promotion of new merchandise might signal an upcoming remaster or remake, though Square Enix has not confirmed any such plans. A Reddit thread highlighted that the company’s contractual obligations allow continued promotion even if a remake is delayed, drawing parallels to other franchises. While the puzzles provide a tangible way for players to revisit the classic, the release also serves as a marketing push ahead of the holiday season. The final release date is set for later this month, with pre‑orders already open for those eager to add the new memorabilia to their collections.

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The essential points

  1. 01Integrity puzzle launches this month for Final Fantasy IX’s 25th anniversary, priced at £32.99.
  2. 02Square Enix also offers 1,000‑piece puzzles Denouement and Reclusion, each featuring distinct key visuals.
  3. 03Pre‑orders are available now through the official Square Enix Store ahead of the later‑month release.
  4. 04Fans speculate that the merchandise push could hint at a future Final Fantasy IX remaster or remake.
The full brief

Square Enix has announced that a 1,000‑piece jigsaw puzzle titled “Integrity” will be released this month to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy IX. The puzzle, priced at £32. 99, features a striking key visual that captures the game’s iconic moments and can be pre‑ordered through the official Square Enix Store.

In addition to Integrity, Square Enix is offering two other 1,000‑piece puzzles - Denouement and Reclusion - each showcasing a different key visual from the original 2000 title. The launch comes a year after the game’s anniversary celebrations and follows the announcement of an animated television series in development by Square Enix and Cyber Group Studios. Fans have speculated that the extensive promotion of new merchandise might signal an upcoming remaster or remake, though Square Enix has not confirmed any such plans.

A Reddit thread highlighted that the company’s contractual obligations allow continued promotion even if a remake is delayed, drawing parallels to other franchises. While the puzzles provide a tangible way for players to revisit the classic, the release also serves as a marketing push ahead of the holiday season. The final release date is set for later this month, with pre‑orders already open for those eager to add the new memorabilia to their collections.