Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows Vista /7/8/8.1/10 Processeur : Intel Core 2 Duo 2GHz or higher Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce 8600GTS or ATI Radeon HD4650 or higher DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 7 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectSound® compatible sound card（DirectX®9.0c or later）
Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7/8/8.1/10 (32bit / 64bit) Processeur : Core i5 2520 2.5GHz or better Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectSound® compatible sound card（DirectX®9.0c or later）
FINAL FANTASY IX
The epic tale of Zidane, Vivi, and the Crystal Kingdom continues to captivate players, with over 370 reviews reporting more than 25 hours of playtime. Overall, the game enjoys a 95 % approval rating across 14,070 reviews, and its post‑release snapshot shows 96 % positivity. Critics praise its immersive story and polished audio, while some gripe about a lackluster UI and occasional bugs.
What it's about: FINAL FANTASY IX, un célèbre JRPG sorti en l'an 2000 au Japon et vendu à plus de 5,5 millions d'exemplaires dans le monde, arrive enfin sur PC ! Profitez de cette occasion pour rejoindre Djidane et Bibi dans leur passionnante aventure !
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story / writing | 114 | 103 | 6 | 5 |
| Gameplay | 88 | 70 | 11 | 7 |
| Graphics / art | 54 | 50 | 0 | 4 |
| Audio / music | 22 | 21 | 0 | 1 |
| Content / longevity | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| Interface / UX | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Stability / bugs | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| Performance | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Value for money | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 44 h on median; those who dislike it: 30 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Apr 14, 2016 · All-time low: €6.29 (Jun 26, 2025)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 85 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 13,5 % of players.
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Strengths
- Story: 103 positive out of 114 mentions (90 %)
- Gameplay: 70 positive out of 88 mentions (79 %)
- Audio: 21 positive out of 22 mentions (95 %)
- Graphics: 50 positive out of 54 mentions (93 %)
- Content: 7 positive out of 8 mentions (88 %)
Weaknesses
- UI: 7 negative out of 7 mentions (100 %)
- Bugs: 4 negative out of 5 mentions (80 %)
- Performance: 3 negative out of 4 mentions (75 %)
Who is it for?
Fans of classic JRPG storytelling, nostalgic players, or those who appreciate a well‑crafted soundtrack will find FFIX irresistible. However, players seeking a streamlined UI or flawless technical performance may encounter frustrations.
Is FINAL FANTASY IX worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 95% of 14,070 Steam reviews are positive (player score 96/100). Most-praised strength: Story. Current price: 20,99€.
Verdict
Final Fantasy IX remains a beloved classic, with its narrative, music, and combat systems resonating strongly with players, reflected in its near‑perfect approval rate. Nonetheless, the game's dated interface and occasional bugs dampen the experience for some. Overall, it's a must‑play for RPG enthusiasts, especially those fond of the series' golden era.
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