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Final Fantasy IV

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78%Game Brain Score
graphics, story
stability, grinding
78% User Score Based on 2,724 reviews

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Final Fantasy IV is a single player casual role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Square and was released on July 19, 1991. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In Final Fantasy IV, Cecil, Captain of the Red Wings, questions his king's orders to steal magical crystals, leading to his exile. As he explores the world, Cecil uncovers the true cost of his king's actions, the secrets of the crystals, and his own heritage, making difficult decisions and battling monsters along the way. This classic RPG focuses on Cecil's journey of self-discovery and redemption, full of memorable characters, rich story, and strategic combat.

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78%
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graphics111 positive mentions
grinding19 negative mentions
  • Great port of the 3D remake with beautiful graphics and engaging story.
  • The battle system is enjoyable and reminiscent of the original, with added features like auto-battle.
  • Voice acting and cutscenes enhance the experience, making it feel more immersive.
  • Frequent crashes and issues with launching the game, especially on certain devices.
  • Lack of cloud save functionality leads to loss of progress when switching devices.
  • Touch controls can be unresponsive and frustrating, making gameplay less enjoyable.
  • graphics
    220 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the remake of Final Fantasy IV have received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the updated 3D visuals and voice acting, which enhance the overall experience. While some nostalgic fans prefer the original 16-bit graphics, others find the new art style charming and fitting for a modern audience. Overall, the graphics are generally considered strong for a mobile game, though some users noted issues with animations and performance on certain devices.

    • “The graphics are amazing and everything is so simple to do.”
    • “The updated graphics are amazing.”
    • “The graphics, sound, and setup are great!”
    • “The remake's 3D graphics look almost identical to Unity's 3D, so each character has wacky geometry and is completely distorted.”
    • “The switch to 3D graphics was a bad call because they're not great graphics; they're bad and feel sloppy.”
    • “Every climactic moment from the original SNES version has been turned into a mess of blocky graphics and lackluster voice acting.”
  • story
    168 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of Final Fantasy IV is widely praised for its depth, emotional impact, and character development, often regarded as one of the best in the franchise. Many players appreciate the engaging narrative and memorable characters, with some noting the improvements in translation and presentation in the remakes. While some find the story linear, it remains a compelling and nostalgic experience that resonates with both new and longtime fans.

    • “The story in this game is amazing, and so is the character development.”
    • “The story is one of the best in the franchise, albeit pretty linear (as linear as Final Fantasy stories usually are).”
    • “The story is beautifully written and the controls are near perfect.”
    • “Originally released in North America as FF2, the game had large portions of the story poorly translated or plain omitted.”
    • “The story is maddening at times - the main character is really an idiot at key moments.”
    • “Story-wise it does not reach the height of V and VI of the series, but towards the end it regains momentum.”
  • gameplay
    61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the gameplay of the latest Final Fantasy title has received mixed reviews. While many players appreciate the smooth mechanics, updated graphics, and immersive experience, some have criticized issues like lag, menu navigation difficulties, and a lack of control over gameplay elements. Despite these concerns, the game is often praised for its engaging story and character development, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the franchise.

    • “Brilliant gameplay.”
    • “The characters, story, world, music, and gameplay are simply put fantastic.”
    • “Great story, great gameplay, great controls.”
    • “I know my game mechanics and this... this is broken.”
    • “It doesn't play or flow very well, mechanically or narratively.”
    • “Horrible gameplay; I want a refund for this bad combat engine!”
  • stability
    50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, user reviews on the stability of the game are mixed. While many players report a smooth experience with no glitches, several others encounter frequent freezes, particularly during specific battles or installation processes. The game appears to perform well on various devices, but issues persist for some users, especially after updates or on certain models.

    • “No freezes or other issues.”
    • “No black borders, no glitches, crashes or hang ups.”
    • “Plays smooth and perfect, opens without any delays, no glitches!”
    • “Works great until the mom bomb battle, then it freezes up.”
    • “The game freezes all the time now.”
    • “I purchased for Motorola E5 and lost three phones before I could play. Just got a brand new V30 LG and re-downloaded it, and it just freezes after I start it.”
  • music
    47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its nostalgic quality and emotional impact. Players appreciate the remastered soundtrack that retains the charm of the original while enhancing the overall experience with crisp sound and memorable themes. Despite some minor criticisms regarding occasional distortion, the music is consistently described as fantastic, addictive, and a key element that elevates the game's storytelling and atmosphere.

    • “Incredible music, especially the main theme.”
    • “The music is amazing, and very addictive; the story, in my opinion, is the best in any Final Fantasy game I've played so far.”
    • “Great port, memorable characters and story, awesome soundtrack.”
    • “Sometimes the game music gets distortion and unbearable.”
    • “The music feels outdated.”
    • “You sped the title screen music up!!!”
  • grinding
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding in this game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly due to the frequent random battles and the need to exploit specific weaknesses for rare item drops. While some appreciate features like auto-battle and cloud saves that facilitate grinding, many express frustration with the amount of time required for leveling and the overall monotony of the combat system. Overall, grinding is seen as a significant and often off-putting aspect of the gameplay experience.

    • “For how often each character uses basically the same spell/attack for long periods of time in each zone, I found it tedious after a while given the fact this FF entry has random battles so frequent and a large amount of battles are fought exploiting a specific weakness.”
    • “Be prepared for some serious grinding.”
    • “It gets a little bit boring with all that grinding required.”
  • optimization
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting performance issues, particularly during combat, and a lack of support for various screen resolutions and hardware configurations. While some devices run the game smoothly, others, including high-end tablets and older phones, experience lag and sluggishness, indicating a need for further optimization, especially for multithreading and frame rate stability. Overall, while the game is praised for its content, its technical performance leaves much to be desired.

    • “Final Fantasy IV is beautiful and perfectly optimized for mobile.”
    • “This is an awesome port, with a few voice-over parts and beautiful graphics, runs smoothly on Galaxy Nexus Jellybean and Sony Tablet S.”
    • “Tests show this game will run smoothly on a dual-core potato, so finding something for your kids to do on a trip won't be an issue.”
    • “Just wished it was optimized because it's so laggy in combat.”
    • “The performance lags a bit at times, even on a high-end tablet, making battles feel sluggish.”
    • “This game is not by any means optimized for Android, and I'm using a Galaxy S3.”
  • monetization
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game is highly praised, as it features a one-time purchase with no in-app purchases or ads, providing players with a complete experience. Reviewers emphasize that despite the initial price, the value is justified by the quality and longevity of gameplay, setting a positive example for other developers. Overall, players appreciate the absence of microtransactions, enhancing their trust and enjoyment of the game.

    • “All kinds of awesomeness and no in-app purchases!”
    • “True console quality RPG with no ads or BS in-app purchases.”
    • “Don't let the price tag put you off - it seems like a high price for something on the Play Store, but it's a good price for this game, and it means you get the full thing - no microtransactions!”
    • “Gameloft, Glu Mobile, Electronic Arts, you all can learn from Square Enix that you buy a game that is playable without in-app purchases.”
    • “I will never trust in-app purchases again!”
    • “You spend the cash and get hours of playing out of it with absolutely no in-app purchases.”
  • replayability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Final Fantasy III (3D Remake) is praised for its high replayability, featuring a New Game+ mode and an augment system that enhance the experience. Players appreciate the engaging story and the added extras that contribute to its excellent replay value, making it a standout in terms of replayability.

    • “The game also has very high replay value with New Game+ and the augment system.”
    • “I love the added replay value and extras for New Game+.”
    • “Old school game with very high replay value and the story is very interesting.”
    • “In terms of graphics and replayability, FF III (3D remake) is better.”
    • “I love the added replay value and extras for the new game +.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The character development in the game is highly praised, with engaging cutscenes featuring voiceovers and updated dialogue that enhance the storytelling experience. Players appreciate the depth and complexity of the characters, which contribute to an already intricate narrative filled with twists and turns.

    • “The story in this game is amazing, and so is the character development.”
    • “The cutscenes have voiceover and updated dialogue, improving character development and making for a more engaging storyline that already starts out with a lot of twists and turns.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find humor in the game's graphical glitches, particularly the characters and monsters rendering as pure white silhouettes, which adds an unintended comedic element to the experience.

    • “I love this game! The characters and monsters aren't rendering properly, and it's quite funny seeing everything as a pure white silhouette.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be compelling, highlighting the marvelous music and the captivating story and cutscenes that enhance the overall experience.

    • “The music is marvelous, and the story and cutscenes are emotional and captivating.”
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17h Median play time
16h Average play time
22h Main story
31h Completionist
8-30h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs
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Final Fantasy IV is a casual role playing game with fantasy theme.

Final Fantasy IV is available on Phone, PlayStation 3, Wonderswan Color, Android and others.

The main story can be completed in around 22 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 31 hours to finish. On average players spend around 16 hours playing Final Fantasy IV.

Final Fantasy IV was released on July 19, 1991.

Final Fantasy IV was developed by Square.

Final Fantasy IV has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its stability.

Final Fantasy IV is a single player game.

Similar games include Final Fantasy III, FINAL FANTASY TACTICS :WotL, FINAL FANTASY IX for Android, Star Wars™: KOTOR, XCOM®: Enemy Within and others.