FINAL FANTASY® IX to be adapted into an Animation Series for the First Time.

Cyber Group Studios, the leading international producer/distributor of animated series and creator of entertainment brands for children and families announced today that it has entered into an exclusive option agreement with Square Enix Co., Ltd. for an adaptation of the timeless classic, FINAL FANTASY® IX into an animation series for the first time.

Cyber Group Studios will produce the series in its studios in Paris and Roubaix (France) and will also be in charge of the worldwide distribution along with the merchandise licensing activities.

Based on a fan favorite, FINAL FANTASY® IX, will be an adventure animation series primarily aimed at 8-13-year-old kids and family audiences with respect to co-viewing. It will also target and please game players, as the adaptation will maintain the world of the game thanks to the supervision of Square Enix, while incorporating some additional major production and entertainment value.

“We are honored and enthusiastic to participate with our friends of Square Enix in such a great adventure,” have both declared Pierre Sissmann, Cyber Group Studio’s Chairman of the Board and CEO, and Dominique Bourse, COO, who adds, “The opportunity to reach such a large crowd with hundreds of millions of fans around the world as well as a new public of both kids and adults is an immense challenge that we feel extremely proud about. It is a dream come true for our teams in France and in the U.S and we already look forward to creating a great piece of entertainment that respects this fantastic brand.”

About Cyber Group Studios:  

Cyber Group Studios is a leading producer and distributor of animated series and a developer of global entertainment brands for children and families worldwide.

Founded in 2005 and employing around 150 people, the company has set its headquarters in Paris, two production studios in Paris and Roubaix (France), an office in Los Angeles (USA) and strategic partnerships in Russia and China.

The company’s mission is to produce endlessly entertaining content for children around the world. The team has a passion for telling great stories leveraged by a strong creative identity, a diversity of animation styles (2d, CG, mix 2d/CG and CG/live action, real-time animation) and powerful music. To immerse the viewers in the emotion of its shows, the company works with top creative international talent and develops innovative technology.

Cyber Group Studios develops its content for television, digital platforms, feature films and direct-to-consumers (home entertainment, interactive games, consumer products).

The company sells the media distribution rights of its own and third-party programs, localized in 30+ languages into more than 160 countries. Its distribution partners include TV broadcasters, VoD streaming platforms and home entertainment companies.

The dedication of its team for creating content resonating with kids and families worldwide has earned Cyber Group Studios multiple international awards.

Source：Cyber Group Studio