Yes, because they're focusing on PS2 games. PS1 games just aren't in demand anymore, except for the rare few who want to try one out, like you wanting FFIX.

The same thing happened to me just last summer. I was finally trying to get my hands on a copy of FFIX, and no one in the city had it in stock, save one store, and it was their last one.

So I guess I was lucky enough to buy the last copy of FFXI for sale in the entire city . And it was $35 or $40, which is more than a PS2 greatest hit, because it is somewhat rare. And it's definitely worth that, and more.