Square Enix has shown a willingness to reimagine its classic Final Fantasy titles, as seen with the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy. While some fans hope for a similar treatment for Final Fantasy 8, there are no official plans for a remake at this time. The game did receive a remaster in 2019, which updated character models but left background textures grainy, leading to mixed reception. If Square Enix ever pursues a true Final Fantasy 8 remake, it shouldn't strive for total faithfulness, as some of the original’s mechanics, like level scaling, would be better off reimagined.