Final Fantasy IX was released by Square in 2000 for the PlayStation, with music composed by Nobuo Uematsu. Its battle victory theme continues a long series tradition of playing a short fanfare after combat, signalling experience and rewards before returning to exploration. The IX version became a favourite among fans for its bright orchestral arrangement and nostalgic return to the series' medieval roots. Clips of the jingle now circulate in gaming videos and soundboards, where players reuse it outside the game to mark any small personal triumph.