Final Fantasy IV: The Complete Collection

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 218 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 19 out of 218
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  1. Noin007
    Jan 4, 2015
    6
    The combat I found to be very standard, really nothing to get excited about.
    The story I really loved, until I didn't. Without going into spoilers, quite a ways into the game the pull a few "Just kidding! They didn't REALLY die!" cards in a row. It just took all of the emotional impact out of the game for me as anytime anything bad happened I was just waiting for it because they did it so    The combat I found to be very standard, really nothing to get excited about.
    The story I really loved, until I didn't. Without going into spoilers, quite a ways into the game the pull a few "Just kidding! They didn't REALLY die!" cards in a row. It just took all of the emotional impact out of the game for me as anytime anything bad happened I was just waiting for it because they did it so many times.
    Also, I only really cared for the original IV. IV-2 & 3 were both just quite lackluster and I didn't even bother finishing 3 after about 20 hours spent on it.
    IV is worth getting and playing through if you've played many other Final Fantasy titles and would like to see the rest.    … Expand
  2. sebastianali
    Aug 7, 2019
    6
    Si bien es la versión definitiva del juego el irterlude y el after years son algunos de los peores modos de la historia, sinceramente. Son muy aburridos, muy frustrantes y sin chiste.
    El juego en si también es injusto en muchas ocasiones y se hace muy blando pero por lo menos su simpleza no toca aspectos graves como el de la magia (como el FF8).
  3. Kai82
    Aug 21, 2021
    7
    The complete version of the game. It contains the main Final Fantasy 4 game, a newly created “Interlude” scenario that connects it with “The After Years”. Final Fantasy 4 itself is underrecognized and outshined by Final Fantasy 5 and 6 on the SNES. While at least FF 6 is the better game I still say it is worth playing and deserves its place in the better games of the franchise. It was backThe complete version of the game. It contains the main Final Fantasy 4 game, a newly created “Interlude” scenario that connects it with “The After Years”. Final Fantasy 4 itself is underrecognized and outshined by Final Fantasy 5 and 6 on the SNES. While at least FF 6 is the better game I still say it is worth playing and deserves its place in the better games of the franchise. It was back then the first Final Fantasy on the SNES and showed clear improvements for graphics and soundtrack. It has the turn based Active Time Battle system which was common and is unique that the party consist of up to 5 characters (other games FF games have only 4 or 3). The story starts when the kingdom of Baron attacks the city state of Mysidia to steal their elemental crystal (The elemental crystals are a theme of the older FF games). Cecil captain of the attacking elite unit ask his king afterwards about his reasons for this seemingly needlessly bloodshed. He is demoted and together with his friend Kain send on a mission to deliver a ring to the Village of the Mist. This is the start of the adventure and the ambitions of his king will not be the only nor the biggest problem they will face. The game has a good story for franchise standards and great characters that won me over. The Interlude continues with a new story after the conclusion of the main game and is a set up for the “After Years”. I don't give a set up because of spoilers. The “After Years” concludes the story and is set years after the “Interlude” so you see how the world and characters have grown. I avoid a set up too because of spoilers. It gives however a satisfying conclusion for me. To be fair many complain that both additions have a similar story and are not that unique. I cant deny that it is a valid point and must warn you that it has not much impact or remarkable points. The more I think about it the more I agree and it is basically a rinse and repeat. The characters are like I said great and won me over. Be it Cecil’s and Kain’s struggles, Rydias story, the magic twins, a spoony bard or all the others. I was invested in them and it was enjoyable. Even after all the years I remember many scenes and that it created emotions. This is more valid for the main game. Bonus for the humor and that you see how their stories continue in the later parts. Gameplay wise it has the Active Time Battle system, random encounters and a huge world to explore. Each character has a job that sets up his / her abilities. This cant be changed manually. Each job has unique abilities like a White Mage is of cause a good healer but weak fighter and a Dragoon a good fighter with a jump attack but not one that can heal (except items) or deal magic damage. You have to adapt to this and use the strengths of your characters. Also some battles require good strategy or an overpowered party. Of cause there is a lot to explore and some hidden stuff as required per RPG standards. Presentation wise they improved the graphics and it looks really good. They left the style intact and after a horrible adaptation of new graphics for a FF6 port I give credits here. The soundtrack is always good for a Final Fantasy game and I never complained. This is a staple of the series and even FF13 which was pretty mediocre could not break this streak. Overall I think the “Interlude” and “After Years” weaken the overall rating. It is not bad by any standard but also not amazing or to write home about. I give a 7/10 as the main game is still pretty good and an insider tip in the franchise.… Expand

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#8 Best PSP Game of 2011
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 41 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 41
  3. Negative: 1 out of 41
  1. TotalPlayStation
    Jul 11, 2011
    65
    As a historical piece, it is practically unparalleled. As a modern game, it is rife with issues that would never be tolerated. In the end, it is a great addition for fans and collectors, but of very little value to new gamers.
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  2. Game Chronicles
    Jun 19, 2011
    95
    At the mere mention of the name Final Fantasy IV, I was all over the opportunity to review this game. This is one of my favorite Final Fantasy of all time and easily one of the greatest RPGs ever made. It has memorable characters, awesome music and a story that is truly exceptional. You would be crazy not to pick up the Final Fantasy IV: The Complete Collection for PSP. Doesn't matter if you've played it a few times or a hundred, this is a RPG for the ages.
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  3. GameFocus
    May 25, 2011
    84
    Regardless of how may iterations of Final Fantasy IV you have played over the years, this one lives up to its namesake. It is indeed the most complete collection of the Final Fantasy IV experience that has been released yet.
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