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Final Fantasy IX

Final Fantasy IX

88/100
11 ratings2017Easy to run

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1080p performance

Final Fantasy IX estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps956 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps999 fps819 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps888 fps722 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps864 fps702 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps816 fps663 fps
RTX 3070999 fps930 fps744 fps605 fps
RTX 4060999 fps840 fps672 fps546 fps
RTX 3060900 fps720 fps576 fps468 fps
GTX 1660 Super653 fps522 fps418 fps339 fps

1440p performance

Final Fantasy IX estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps965 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps907 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps882 fps717 fps
RTX 4070999 fps945 fps756 fps614 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps833 fps666 fps541 fps
RTX 3080999 fps810 fps648 fps527 fps
RTX 4060 Ti956 fps765 fps612 fps497 fps
RTX 3070872 fps698 fps558 fps453 fps
RTX 4060788 fps630 fps504 fps410 fps
RTX 3060675 fps540 fps432 fps351 fps
GTX 1660 Super489 fps392 fps313 fps254 fps

4K performance

Final Fantasy IX estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps806 fps655 fps
RTX 4090999 fps936 fps749 fps608 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps840 fps672 fps546 fps
RTX 5080990 fps792 fps634 fps515 fps
RTX 4080 Super930 fps744 fps595 fps484 fps
RTX 4070 Ti735 fps588 fps470 fps382 fps
RTX 4070630 fps504 fps403 fps328 fps
RX 7800 XT555 fps444 fps355 fps289 fps
RTX 3080540 fps432 fps346 fps281 fps
RTX 4060 Ti510 fps408 fps326 fps265 fps
RTX 3070465 fps372 fps298 fps242 fps
RTX 4060420 fps336 fps269 fps218 fps
RTX 3060360 fps288 fps230 fps187 fps
GTX 1660 Super261 fps209 fps167 fps136 fps

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Graphics Card
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NVIDIA GeForce 8600GTS or ATI Radeon HD4650 or higher

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Processor
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Intel Core 2 Duo 2GHz or higher

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Memory
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2 GB

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Genres

Role-playing (RPG)

About

Final Fantasy IX, released in 2017, is a beloved role-playing game that transports players to the vibrant world of Gaia. Notable for its charming characters and a rich narrative, the game combines traditional turn-based gameplay with an iconic art style reminiscent of classic Final Fantasy titles. The remastered version enhances the experience with upgraded character models and fully remade cutscenes, allowing both new and returning players to appreciate its timeless design.

PC gamers who enjoy immersive storytelling and strategic combat will find Final Fantasy IX particularly appealing. Its mix of approachable difficulty and engaging gameplay means that both casual players and seasoned veterans can enjoy the game. Replayability is also high due to various optional features, including cheats and achievements, allowing players to explore the game in different ways, making it a great fit for those who appreciate diverse playstyles in a PC game.

With a strong rating of 88/100, Final Fantasy IX is a must-play for fans of the RPG genre. Its stunning graphics and captivating storyline guarantee an unforgettable experience that showcases the best of classic gaming while integrating modern enhancements. If you’re a PC gamer looking for a compelling adventure, this title should definitely be on your list.

Performance profile

September 2017 release. Final Fantasy IX was built around the GTX 10-series / RX Vega era. Current-gen mid-range cards (RTX 4060 / RX 7600) are overkill at 1080p and handle 1440p Ultra comfortably.

RPGs like Final Fantasy IX stress VRAM during long sessions — texture streaming, mods and open-world traversal inflate memory use over time. 8 GB VRAM is a practical floor; 12 GB+ is worth the headroom at 1440p and above.

Extremely light — Final Fantasy IX runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.

Storyline

Taking place on planet Gaia, the story follows a thief named Zidane Tribal, a member of a thief troupe who is tasked to kidnap the princess of Alexandria, Garnet Til Alexandros XVII. He teams up with her and a team of allies to stop Queen Brahne and her ally Kuja from waging a war with an army of black mages.

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