FINAL FANTASY IX vs FINAL FANTASY VI (Old ver.)
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
FINAL FANTASY IX wins 13 of 15 head-to-head metrics.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | FINAL FANTASY IX | FINAL FANTASY VI (Old ver.) |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 74 | 51 |
| Quality | 91 | 68 |
| Value | 53 | 50 |
| Popularity | 33 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 34.75 | N/A |
| Steam Review Score | 95.1% positive | 82.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 306 | 7 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
FINAL FANTASY IX
GAMIVO Cheapest Key marketplaceR$34.75−12%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplaceR$34.76−12%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized resellerR$39.49Buy FINAL FANTASY VI (Old ver.)
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Side by side over time
FINAL FANTASY IXFINAL FANTASY VI (Old ver.)
Details and requirements
| Item | FINAL FANTASY IX | FINAL FANTASY VI (Old ver.) |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 14, 2016 | December 16, 2015 |
| Developers | Square Enix | Square Enix |
| Publishers | Square Enix | Square Enix |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7/8/8.1/10 (32bit / 64bit) | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Core i5 2520 2.5GHz or better | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 20 GB available space | — |
| Sound Card (minimum) | DirectSound® compatible sound card（DirectX®9.0c or later） | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: FINAL FANTASY IX or FINAL FANTASY VI (Old ver.)?
FINAL FANTASY IX won the comparison against FINAL FANTASY VI (Old ver.) based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is FINAL FANTASY IX worth buying over FINAL FANTASY VI (Old ver.)?
Based on the metrics, FINAL FANTASY IX won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. FINAL FANTASY IX currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:27 PM UTC