Final Fantasy IV

Final Fantasy IV, the classic role-player, arrives on your Nintendo DS™ - with all the action, strategy and story that made it a hit! The kingdom of Baron...
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8.8

very good

CRITICS SCORE

8.5

(52 ratings)

GAMER SCORE

(1631 ratings)

Game Overview

Final Fantasy IV, the classic role-player, arrives on your Nintendo DS™ - with all the action, strategy and story that made it a hit! The kingdom of Baron is on a zealous quest to collect all the elemental crystals.

The Good

Some of the most memorable characters in the Final Fantasy universe, New augment system lets you customize your characters, New translation feels more authentic than previous attempts.

The Bad

Voice acting is weak.

The Bottom Line

Seduced by the promised power of the Crystals, the kingdom of Baron begins employing unprovoked force to seize powerful crystals from peaceful nations. The dark knight Cecil -- Lord Captain of Baron's elite force, the Red Wings -- is ordered by his king to obtain the Crystals, but soon begins to question the monarch's motives. Enraged, the king accuses him of disloyalty, strips Cecil of his command, and sends him off to slay a mysterious beast that lurks in the nearby Valley of Mist. Cecil embarks on a fateful journey that will bring trials, betrayals, friendship, loss and self-discovery. Can Cecil open his eyes and become the man of honor that he must be?

Now featuring full 3D graphics, fully-voiced dramatic cutscenes, and added content, Final Fantasy IV for DS is a must-play for those looking to jump into the best-selling RPG franchise in the world.

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Expert Reviews

90/100

score

The epic story of love, betrayal, and redemption is reborn better than ever in glorious 3D.

90/100

score

Without a doubt one of the best portable remakes of a console classic, Final Fantasy IV for the Nintendo DS is a remarkable and downright satisfying game that does justice to the original and RPGs.

87/100

score

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.

Character Profiles

Cecil Harvey
Cecil is a character from the Final Fantasy IV videogame. The hero of Final Fantasy IV wasn't exactly a good guy to start with. As a Dark Knight, commanding Baron's squadron of Red Wing airships, he obeyed his orders without question, even when the King of Baron's goals didn't seem entirely noble.

Game Features

Witness the dramatic and thrilling story of this mythical game world brought to life through astounding 3D graphics, gorgeous CG cutscenes and top-notch voice acting

Create a versatile party using the all-new Augment System -- a dynamic system that allows the player to assign special abilities to characters

Dive into the first RPG to incorporate the innovative Active Time Battle system, now further enhanced and refined for the Nintendo DS

Listen to a beautifully remixed score by world-renowned composer Nobuo Uematsu that breathes new life into some of the most beloved FINAL FANTASY themes

Navigate effortlessly through the game with Nintendo DS Touch Screen functionality and stylus-driven controls while receiving vital assistance via the dual-screen presentation

Train and customize Whytkin by playing a variety of mini-games and challenge another player to head-to-head battle via local wireless connection

Game Specs

Modes
Full Mission Single-Player, Story

Wireless
DS Multi-Card Play (1-2)

Controller Functions

GAMEPLAY CONTROLS

Control Pad
Move. Move Cursor.

A Button
Confirm. Talk. Examine.

B Button
Cancel. Run (Hold).

X Button
Open Main Menu. Enable Auto-Battle.

Y Button
Change Lead Character. Change Active Character.

L Button
Cycle Through Pages. Talk. Examine. Confirm.

R Button
Cycle Through Pages. Flee From Battle.

Touch Screen
Move

Start
Pause Menu. Skip Event Scene.

ESRB Game Ratings

This game is Rated: Everyone +10
Content is most suitable for children ages 10 and up. This game may contain cartoons or fantasy characters and some language, violence or suggestive themes.

Content Descriptors:

Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, Mild Language, Suggestive Themes