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More about this game →We filtered the 48 games similar to Final Fantasy IX down to the 40 that fit the “Fantasy” category. Final Fantasy V, Tyranny and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Final Fantasy IX.
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Within the “Fantasy” category, the closest game to Final Fantasy IX is Final Fantasy V — scoring 81/100 on our similarity scale. Tyranny and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! follow close behind.
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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Final Fantasy IX. Each one has been evaluated across 8 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.
✓ Both are classic CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and open world exploration
≠ Stands apart with visual 2d, while skipping visual third person
Same studio: Square.
✓ Same family of classic CRPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and open world exploration
≠ Its own twist: real-time strategy, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping visual third person
✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world.
≠ Missing: open world exploration.
Same studio: Square.
✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world.
≠ Missing: open world exploration.
It predates Final Fantasy IX by 21 years, with what that implies technically.
✓ Same family of classic CRPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world
≠ Stands apart with visual 2d, while skipping open world exploration
Same studio: Square.
✓ Same family of classic CRPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world
≠ Stands apart with visual 2d, while skipping open world exploration
Same studio: Square.
✓ Both are classic CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world
≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere, combat tactical and ranged combat, while skipping open world exploration
In Aarklash: Legacy take command of a mercenary squad in search of truth and guide it through countless battles. Welcome to Aarklash, a land of chaos where incessant battles between the forces of Light, Destiny and Darkness have lasted since the beginning of time.
Where it drifts furthest from Final Fantasy IX: progression.
✓ Both are classic CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world
≠ Where it differs: brings setting scifi, visual first person and visual pixel, while skipping open world exploration
Where it drifts furthest from Final Fantasy IX: visuals.
✓ Both are classic CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world
≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, real-time strategy and survival mechanics, while skipping open world exploration
Where it drifts furthest from Final Fantasy IX: setting.
Released 3 years after Final Fantasy IX.
The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Final Fantasy IX, ordered from highest to lowest similarity score. Use the filters above to narrow down by genre, setting or game mode and find the alternative that best fits your playstyle.
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Pokémon Ultra Moon
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Paper Mario: The Origami King
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Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire
RPG · Adventure
Pathfinder: Kingmaker
RPG · Adventure
Chrono Trigger
RPG
Fire Emblem: Three Houses
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Fire Emblem Engage
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Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia
RPG · Turn-Based Strat
Bravely Default
RPG · Adventure
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RPG · Adventure
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Diablo Immortal
RPG
Willy-Nilly Knight
RPG · Adventure
Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge
RPG · Adventure
Baldur's Gate
RPG
Persona 5
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Blackguards
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Chroma Squad
RPG · Turn-Based Strat
Grandia II
RPG
Illusion of Gaia
RPG
Fate/Grand Order
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Sacred
RPG
Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth
RPG · Turn-Based Strat