Final Fantasy IV Pixel Remaster

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FINAL FANTASY IV delivers one of the richest and most powerful stories in the series. It's filled with characters and scenarios that fans continue to love to this day. It focuses on the dark knight Cecil, who finds himself stripped of his position and rank when he questions his king's increasingly troubling orders. When he's sent on a simple delivery mission with his friend Kain, the shocking eve…

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Role Playing

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Final Fantasy IV Pixel Remaster screenshot

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

music7 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Stunning graphics and a beautifully reorchestrated soundtrack enhance the classic experience.
Quality-of-life improvements make the game more accessible for modern players.
The timeless story and engaging characters continue to resonate, making it a must-play for both new and returning fans.

Some gameplay mechanics, such as the magic system and leveling, feel outdated and clunky.
Performance issues persist across platforms, affecting the overall experience.
The absence of extra content and character customization options may disappoint purists and those seeking depth.

music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
88%
13%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers highlighting the superbly reorchestrated soundtracks that enhance the overall experience. The combination of gorgeous visuals and a lovingly crafted soundtrack creates an engaging atmosphere, making it a must-play for RPG fans. While the remastered graphics are impressive, some detail may be lost in translation, but the music remains a standout feature that captivates players.
- “The soundtracks are lovingly orchestrated and the pixel art is gorgeous, though the latter does lose some detail in the translation.”
- “Upgraded graphics, a gorgeous new soundtrack, and several must-play games make this an essential item in any RPG fan's collection.”
- “The story of Cecil is easy to get sucked into; it is backed by some insanely sublime music and the gameplay is a joy, even if it is dated.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The graphics of the remastered Final Fantasy IV have been praised for their clean and crisp visuals, enhancing the nostalgic experience with charming retro aesthetics. The upgraded graphics are complemented by a gorgeous new soundtrack and various modern improvements, making it a visually appealing and convenient way to enjoy this classic JRPG. Overall, the remaster successfully balances nostalgia with modern enhancements, appealing to both new players and longtime fans.
- “Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.”
- “Upgraded graphics, a gorgeous new soundtrack, and several must-play games make this an essential item in any RPG fan's collection.”
- “The original Final Fantasy IV comes to life with completely new graphics and audio!”
- “Even so, if you don't have them on a cartridge with an ancient TV to hook them up to or don't want to experience the bonus dungeons added in other versions, you’d be hard-pressed to find a more convenient, aesthetically pleasing, and faithful way to play through some of the best JRPGs ever made.”
- “[Graphics are clean and crisp, new music is amazing, tons of modern fixes.]”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The story is praised for its timeless charm and engaging narrative, enhanced by a superb soundtrack that captivates players. However, some reviews note that character depth is lacking and certain aspects of the game show signs of age, despite quality of life updates improving the experience. Overall, the storyline remains a strong point, drawing players in despite some dated gameplay elements.
- “Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.”
- “A stellar storyline that remains engaging, superbly reorchestrated soundtrack you'll be glued to.”
- “Quality of life updates address grinding and other signs of age.”
- “Many aspects of combat and encounter design don’t hold up, and persistent performance issues exist on all platforms. The characters and story lack depth.”
- “The story of Cecil is easy to get sucked into, but it lacks depth despite being backed by some sublime music and enjoyable gameplay.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to a mediocre user interface and cumbersome traversal. However, quality of life updates have improved the experience, making it more manageable, while the engaging storyline and excellent soundtrack help maintain player interest.
- “The grinding feels tedious and the user interface is mediocre, making traversal a chore.”
- “While the storyline is stellar and the soundtrack is superb, the grinding mechanics detract from the overall experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's optimization has been criticized for persistent performance issues across all platforms, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, many aspects of combat and encounter design are seen as lacking, and the characters and story are noted to lack depth.
- “Many aspects of combat and encounter design don’t hold up.”
- “Persistent performance issues on all platforms.”
- “Characters and story lack depth.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is engaging and enjoyable, complemented by a captivating story and exceptional music, despite its somewhat dated mechanics.
- “The story of Cecil is easy to get sucked into; it is backed by some incredibly sublime music, and the gameplay is a joy, even if it is dated.”