What is Final Fantasy IX Recompilation?

Final Fantasy IX Recompilation is an open-source recompilation of Final Fantasy IX. The original game's compiled code translated into a native program for a new platform, usually a PC port.

Do I need the original game files to run Final Fantasy IX Recompilation?

Yes. The project does not include the original game's assets, so you need your own copy.

Final Fantasy IX Recompilation

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The original game's compiled code translated into a native program for a new platform, usually a PC port.

Based on Final Fantasy IX

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Image of the original game, Final Fantasy IX. This project has no screenshots of its own yet.

Final Fantasy IX (original game, not this project) — Image of the original game, Final Fantasy IX. This project has no screenshots of its own yet.

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A recompilation of Final Fantasy IX using PSXRecomp and the shared recomp-ui launcher, described as a release candidate. Package setup and gameplay acceptance are listed as pending.

Getting started

On Windows the wizard can download the portable build tools; on Linux and macOS you install CMake, Ninja, Python 3 and a C/C++ compiler first.

Known issues & limitations

Package setup and gameplay acceptance are still pending.
Native build checks do not establish that gameplay is supported.

What you need to run it

Original game files required. The project ships code only; you provide your own copy of the game.

You must supply your own SLUS-01251 game disc.
You must supply an SCPH-5502/5552 Europe BIOS.
On Linux and macOS, install CMake, Ninja, Python 3, and a C/C++ compiler first.

How to install

Extract the complete setup ZIP into a writable folder.
Start `Final_Fantasy_IX_Recompiled` (use the `.exe` on Windows).
In the setup wizard, select your CUE file and the required BIOS.
Choose Generate & rebuild and wait for the game to start.

Summarised from the project's README.

AI assistance

The project was developed with AI assistance; the author tests the game and makes release decisions.

Additional notes

Bios: The BIOS must be 524288 bytes with a SHA-256 given in the README.

FAQ

What is Final Fantasy IX Recompilation?: Final Fantasy IX Recompilation is an open-source recompilation of Final Fantasy IX. The original game's compiled code translated into a native program for a new platform, usually a PC port.
Do I need the original game files to run Final Fantasy IX Recompilation?: Yes. The project does not include the original game's assets, so you need your own copy.

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