Final Fantasy IX is a role-playing game developed and published by Square (now Square Enix). Released in 2000 for the PlayStation, it was the last mainline Final Fantasy title to feature 2D pre-rendered backgrounds before the series transitioned to 3D graphics. The game tells a classic high-fantasy tale, following a group of adventurers on a quest to save the world from a mysterious threat. FFIX is celebrated for its charming characters, beautiful visuals, and nostalgic return to the series' roots.