
FINAL FANTASY IV Pixel Remaster is a strong RPG that delivers where it counts.
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Very Positive on Steam (91% positive from 2.8K reviews)
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The original FINAL FANTASY IV comes to life with completely new graphics and audio as a 2D pixel remaster! A remodeled 2D take on the fourth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics. All the magic of the original, with improved ease of play. The Kingdom of Baron sent their elite airship fleet, the Red Wings, to attack the surrounding countries. Distressed by his mission, Cecil, a dark knight and captain of the Red Wings, decides to fight against the tyrannical Baron with his trusted friend and his paramour at his side. In his search for the crystals, Cecil must travel over land, under the ground, to the Land of Summons, and even to the moon. Join forces with Kain the dragoon, Rosa the white mage, Rydia the summoner, and many more skilled allies. FFIV is the first title to introduce the dynamic "Active Time Battle" system, where time moves even during battle, giving the players an exciting sense of urgency.Thanks to the wide appeal of the game, this revolutionary system would be implemented in many future titles in the series.

Runs well on modern hardware.
Last updated 7d ago
I understand that this is the most beginner friendly Final Fantasy out and at the time was great but today it is quite meh.
playing every FF in order. FF4 was worse than I remembered it. I am not a fan of the game forcing my party into a very rigid structure constantly, a little is fine but it's constantly moving players in and out. It's got the best starting scenario for any FF up to this point though and is definitely an important part of the franchises evolution
After playing Final fantasy I II and III You start to itch for me character personality and story and Final fantasy IV is an update in those areas over the previous games. FFII Tried but the characters felt very bland and GUY pretty much never talked lol. FFIV is a good step in the right direction for the series back then. (PROS) -Music is VERY well done for the pixel remasters. Ive really been loving the redone music so good to listen to. -Characters are very likable from Cid to Tellah and the Twins and edge who loves the ladies. Cecil is a solid main character as well. -ATB Active time battle evolves the classic turn based battle system and makes it more challenging while keeping that turned based combat in tact. You can choose WAIT in the settings so time does not pass while you are picking items or spells. I prefer Wait lol. I need time to think. -Added save points in dungeons where you can save and use tents. (CONS) -Much like final fantasy II you have party members constantly joining and leaving and then never really getting to use them again or not for a long period of time. Im really NOT a fan of this. I prefer having a stable team that stays with me throughout most if not all of the game. -ATB can be HARD for you if you are too use to pure classic turned based combat. enemies can overwhelm you if you wait for to long. Turning on WAIT in the settings menu is a MUST for me so i can think. Thats all i got. Great final fantasy game and now on to Final fantasy V! -
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