Final Fantasy 9 did not make the impression on me that Final Fantasy 7 did. Hell, I can name more characters from Final Fantasy 8 and I didn't like that one as much as the other two PlayStation titles. Final Fantasy 7 is probably the most recognizable title in the franchise, it has had the most explored universe so far, and I believe it has sold more than any other Final Fantasy.
The only 'objective' way in which Final Fantasy 9 surpassed Final Fantasy 7 is critical reception and it was by so little one could easily make the argument that it hardly matters. The fact that tons of fans have called for a remake of Final Fantasy 7, and even typically non-Final Fantasy fans, while Final Fantasy 9 has comparatively no one asking for such a thing is fairly telling.
Don't get me wrong. The ninth entry was outstanding and I felt it did some things better. However, the seventh entry's own similarly awesome critical reception, impressive sales, massive popularity, and continued push for a modern remake will make any subjective declaration of any other entry being objectively better seem like little more than someone seeking attention by going against the grain. There's nothing wrong with believing it but just don't expect many to take you seriously or agree with you.
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