Final Fantasy IV Advance

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  • Summary: Final Fantasy II for the Super Nintendo is back on the Game Boy Advance as Final Fantasy IV Advance. This game is a faithful port of the Super Nintendo game (called Final Fantasy IV in Japan) with some graphical improvements. You can play as Cecil, a soldier who has defected from darkFinal Fantasy II for the Super Nintendo is back on the Game Boy Advance as Final Fantasy IV Advance. This game is a faithful port of the Super Nintendo game (called Final Fantasy IV in Japan) with some graphical improvements. You can play as Cecil, a soldier who has defected from dark knighthood to rid the land of evil. Final Fantasy II was one of the first games to set the standard for the Square Enix style of RPGs.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 30
  3. Negative: 1 out of 30
  1. eToychest
    94
    Square Enix finally gave Final Fantasy II the treatment it deserved in Final Fantasy IV Advance, and whether you've worn out two of the old carts from overuse or have never even played a 2D Final Fantasy, you should pick this one up to see what made the Final Fantasy series such a powerhouse of the role-playing genre.
  2. N-Insanity
    90
    Whether you're a fan of Final Fantasy or RPG's, you owe it to yourself to pick this game up, especially if you haven't played it before in the other two versions.
  3. Games Radar
    90
    Small mistakes can't wreck such a consistently pleasurable experience as FFIV. With additional content that drastically increases the role of its large and likable cast, this is one RPG you'll have slotted into your GBA or DS for a long time coming.
  4. Nintendojo
    86
    Square-Enix has really produced a fine piece of software here, not only because of the quality of the original title but also because of the fantastic attention to detail.
  5. Just RPG
    85
    While Final Fantasy IV may be an old game, the story and characters have aged well, and the new content helps to flesh out the experience even further.
  6. Games Master UK
    82
    It's old-fashioned but don't let that put you off. This is a highly entertaining bit of history. [July 2006, p.63]
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  7. netjak
    46
    Despite the fact that I'd bet that my Game Boy Advance (let alone my Gamecube or my DS) is much faster and technologically sound than my Super Nintendo, this game's slowdown and terrible enemy clock speed make this way too easy.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 23
  3. Negative: 2 out of 23
  1. Toct
    Sep 1, 2012
    10
    This is one of those rare games that only comes around once and awhile, a game that just seems to get everything right. The characters areThis is one of those rare games that only comes around once and awhile, a game that just seems to get everything right. The characters are endearing, the storyline is great, the gameplay is great, the music is great, this is a game that you owe it to yourself to play.… Expand
  2. BrandonV.
    May 20, 2007
    10
    This is the (current) definitive version of one of the best RPGs ever made, fixing several embarrassing translation flaws in the original This is the (current) definitive version of one of the best RPGs ever made, fixing several embarrassing translation flaws in the original North American SNES release. The story is deep and involving, the characters are all easy to like, and there are more than enough bonus features and extras to keep anyone busy for many weeks. Time will tell whether or not the upcoming 3-D remake for the DS will be superior to this release, but for now this one takes the crown.… Expand
  4. LastResource
    Jan 14, 2023
    10
    worth it and glad to play this game again. so much memories and nostalgia within this fourth game in the series.
  5. HopelessVoice
    Feb 1, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best in the series.

    FFIV features many of the elements that would become synonymous with the Final Fantasy franchise. The plot is intruiging, the world is open for exploration (you even can go to the moon), the characters are unique and interesting. The only flaw I'm able to find from the game is something that would be corrected in later entries; the party is not so customizable as it would become in V, and there's not as much end game content as in the later entries. The combat is also a bit on the simple side, although by no means boring. This is a great game and a must for all fans of JRPG.    … Expand
  6. dankmeow
    Mar 16, 2022
    9
    The definitive Final Fantasy IV game. Also portable! A true classic RPG. Do not miss out!
  7. NergyVH
    Jul 16, 2020
    8
    Solid RPG, a game that doesn't need you to be grinding for hours and, although not excellent in terms of story, it has a bunch of iconicSolid RPG, a game that doesn't need you to be grinding for hours and, although not excellent in terms of story, it has a bunch of iconic moments. Improved graphics in regard to the original SNES/Famicom version.… Expand
  8. DinoBeam
    Jul 24, 2020
    2
    Wayyy overly oppressively dark story [you start out coming back from a village full of innocent people you just slaughtered, and childrenWayyy overly oppressively dark story [you start out coming back from a village full of innocent people you just slaughtered, and children sacrifice themselves later], and it seems to hold on gameplay wise until the grind wall comes. Really disappointing… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2005
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#4 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2005