FFIV is an impressive resurrection to an awesome, pioneering RPG. For newcomers, you're about to get a lesson in "hardcore gaming 101," but if you put in the time, and put up with the difficulty, you'll have a chance to really "get" what Final Fantasy is all about.
Presentation - 8.0
Graphics - 9.5
Sound - 9.0
Gameplay - 8.5
Lasting Appeal - 9.0
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Gary Green said: We’re finding ourselves in a similar position with the Pixel Remaster edition of Final Fantasy IV as we were with Final Fantasy III since, once again, we’ve received a slightly upscaled, more vibrant port of the original game when there’s already an expanded 3D remake available. As such, we’re playing a game which, even after its long-awaited release, still lives very much in the shadow of its remake.
If only they didn't screw ps4 owners over with a physical release. I'd have ran through this in a heartbeat.
The first one I played, it was the one that made me fall in love with JRPGs and is still my favorite to this day. A masterpiece
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A landmark RPG rich in personality, Final Fantasy IV took the series to the moon and back.
This was the game that got me to notice the series. 6 is the one that captured my heart and 7 was when it cemented it as one of my all-time favorite series. For me 4 - 9 are the best. 10... I can appreciate it and enjoy it, but it doesn't hold a candle to the classics. 12 is good too, but I can never finish it. 13... well, it's--it's a game. 15 starts off pretty strong, but then feels rushed and slapped together with duct tape and glue by the end.
I'm hoping 16 will blow away all expectations and really give us a game that rivals the classics. The trailers are doing a good job in making me think it can!
Yeah, I am similar. 4 and 6 are my favorites, with 7 and 10 next. Everything since 10 has gone downhill (not counting MMOs). I don't hold much hope for FFXVI, though it is very pretty.
Yea i'm with ya, there. Don't get me wrong, I think 7 Remake really restored my faith in Square Enix, but I miss the good ol' turn-based stuff.
@CrimsonWing69 Ah, FF7 Remake completely slipped my mind! I enjoyed that one, though I haven't touched Intergrade yet.
The theme of remorse & redemption still haunt me today. This game also introduced the famous Crystal Theme.
wait...i have this on playstation. oh well great score
Can't wait to play this game. This is one of my favorite stories in the FF series.
I want this game sooo bad!
I just got a DS and have been trying to find some other games to play... This could be my next purchase!
or do any of you prefer the visuals of the original 2D sprite version? Why do people always assume 3D is better especially when the game basically looks like Wild Arms for the original PS1 (good for its time, but trash now)?
The one thing I realized I loved about the old 2D sprite RPGs is that it let work your imagination. It didn't destroy your visions with horrid 3D blockmen and pixelated environments. You could also imagine how the characters sounded instead of being treated to potential bad dubs (even games with good voice acting have their ugly moments).
Now, I'm not totally against 3D remakes as I will probably still get FFIV, but I just wanted to give my 2 cents on the issue of redoing classics with "visual upgrades".