Ethan Crossfield 
Music remains one of Final Fantasy's strongest links between classic games and modern collectors, with Square Enix continuing to turn memorable soundtrack moments into physical merchandise. The latest addition is Final Fantasy 9: Not Alone, a compact music box now available to pre-order ahead of its expected October 2026 release.
A New Collectible for Final Fantasy 9 Fans
Square Enix has opened pre-orders for Final Fantasy 9: Not Alone through its official store. Despite the name, this is not a new game or an expansion for the 2000 role-playing classic. It is a small music box built around one of the most recognizable emotional pieces from Final Fantasy 9's original soundtrack.
The collectible is priced at £24.99, listed as $28.99, which places it at a relatively accessible price compared with many premium game merchandise releases. The box measures approximately 5.99 x 5.30 x 3.98 centimeters, making it a compact display item rather than a large centerpiece.
What the Not Alone Music Box Includes
The design uses silhouettes of Zidane and his companions as its main visual feature. Garnet, Vivi, Adelbert, Freya, Eiko, Quina, and Amarant are all represented alongside the protagonist, giving the item a clear connection to Final Fantasy 9's central party.
When activated, the box plays the track “Not Alone” from the game's original soundtrack. Square Enix has been releasing music boxes tied to multiple Final Fantasy titles in recent months, selecting songs and imagery associated with important scenes from the series. That approach makes the products appealing not only as merchandise, but also as physical reminders of specific moments from the games.
Why Final Fantasy 9 Still Has Strong Fan Interest
Final Fantasy 9 is widely regarded as one of the strongest role-playing games in the series. Its reputation was further supported by the 2016 remaster, which helped keep the original adventure accessible to a newer audience while preserving the appeal of Square's 2000 release.
Fans have repeatedly expressed interest in a full remake comparable to Final Fantasy 7's remake project. Square Enix has not announced that kind of Final Fantasy 9 project in the supplied information, so Not Alone should be viewed as a collectible rather than evidence of a remake entering development.
The broader merchandising push also includes Final Fantasy 10: Eternal Calm, a two-disc analog vinyl release expected in November 2026. Together, these products show how Square Enix continues to build physical offerings around the franchise's music while players wait for larger announcements.
Key points
- Final Fantasy 9: Not Alone is a music box, not a new game.
- Pre-orders are open through the Square Enix store.
- The collectible costs £24.99, listed as $28.99.
- Release is expected in October 2026 and it plays the Not Alone track.
Expert View
The product is unlikely to satisfy fans hoping for a Final Fantasy 9 remake, but it reinforces the franchise's value as a nostalgia-driven merchandise platform. By pairing a recognizable song with imagery of the full main party, Square Enix is targeting longtime players who value the series' music as much as its stories and combat. For the community, the announcement is a small but timely reminder of Final Fantasy 9's lasting relevance rather than a signal of a new game reveal.
