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Great RPG for the DS

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 25, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I have never played Final Fantasy IV, so I imagine I am missing the point of this remake in many ways. But as a pure RPG, the type which is not coming out that often nowadays, on any system, this game is really good. The script is good, the combat is smooth and fast paced, and the storyline is genuinely interesting. The typical Square DS production values are all here, with full CG, voice acting, and a high quality music score (just use headphones!). My only minor complaint might be the 3D graphics, which look good and run smoothly - but the DS is not a 3D powerhouse and it shows.

The one thing I will say is that it is very challenging. It's clearly designed for the FFIV fan who knows the game thoroughly. But even as a non-fan, as long as you are careful and use strategy you should be fine.

Reborn Brilliance

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 26, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I envy those who have never played this game before. If you're a Final Fantasy fan and you started playing when Final Fantasy VII came out (as most people did) then I would strongly suggest you play through this game and find for yourself why it's considered one of the top two Final Fantasy's ever created. As for this DS version? I say bravo to Matrix Software with the Supervision of Square-Enix.

For those who played Final Fantasy II on the SNES, there are two things that stand out to me so far. The music is enhanced but still the same, brilliant. The dialogue has been improved like you wouldn't believe. No more 3rd grade dialogue, or horrible translation.

This role-playing game was a pioneer for those we play today. So pay it some respect. It'll be worth it's price.

A great remake

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 28, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I've played all of the other remakes Final Fantasy IV (actually, I think I own them all as well.) I have to say that this one is the only one since the first remake that really changed much. The 3D graphics are really nice, and the voice acting makes the game feel more modern. The biggest change, however, is the challenge. I remember plowing through the first part of the game without stopping. In the previous versions, one didn't need to stop progressing to level the characters until after the village of Myst. This version is way different! Even the battles in the beginning can wipe the group! Any hard core Final Fantasy fan will likely be very happy with this. Also, anyone that hasn't had the pleasure to play one of the other versions of this game should pick it up and experience one of the best Final Fantasy titles ever made!

Not to be missed for RPG fans

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 30, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Final Fantasy IV DS is a complete remake of what many American gamers know as Final Fantasy II for the SNES. IV was the first 16-bit FF game, and the story was more detailed, the characters more complex, and the graphics and sound more believable than ever before. The DS version keeps the complex and interesting story intact (with a better translation) and features vastly improved character and location graphics in a 3D world. This portable RPG holds its own against anything available for the DS/PSP and is a must-play for fans of Final Fantasy or those looking for a story-driven RPG. It is better than both previous reissues (GBA and PSX), because they were ports with minimal new features, and the Playstation version had long load times.

There are many plot twists that keep the player moving onward in uncovering the story details and defeating the ultimate enemy. Dark Knight Cecil starts as a pawn of the enemy, and ultimately weaves through a complex tale to redemption, while saving the world from a great evil. The supporting characters are some of the most memorable in Final Fantasy history, even more so because the player has no control over scripted events that decide who gets to be in your party. I loved FF VI (6) also, but some of the characters were non-essential to the story. In IV (4), every character has a purpose, and sometimes they show up to help out unexpectedly.

I'm about halfway through the DS version and it is both a nostalgic trip and a genuinely good RPG that paved the way for greats such as FF VII. I hope that Square Enix continues the remake trend with enhanced versions of FF VI and VII on modern consoles.

I love FFIV

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 09, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Great additions to the game. It's like they took my first love, made it able to speak to me, put it in beautiful clothes, and I can take it out for dinner and a movie again. Voice acting is occasional, and well done. My one complaint is I've always pronounced the main character "Cecil" as "see-sill" and they pronounce it "seh-sil".

FFIV remake slightly different gameplay with updated graphics.

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 17, 2008
Author: Amazon User

This game was originally sold as Final Fantasy II in North America for the Super Nintendo. This is now the third remake of the game that I am aware of. The First remake was for the PS. The second remake was for the GBA. Finally, we have this remake for the DS.

The story is pretty well known. For anyone who has not played the original or the remakes, this is a must play game. The story has not been altered much. Most people who buy this probably have played it before. First off, this is supposed to be the hard version of the game based off the original Japanese version. It has updated graphics that give it a PS1, N64 feel to the game. It has a new feature called augments that allow you to give special abilities to different characters for example, you can give Yang's kick ability to Cecil. This is an interesting change but you don't have to use them at all. We also have voice acting sometimes which is performed well is some areas, bad in others. Edge in particular, is pretty shameful. Then, we have the sound/music issue which can get choppy at times. Not good for people who enjoy the music.

I was hesitant to buy this remake but it was worth it just to see how the monsters and characters were rendered and the updated spell castings. For new comers, this would be perfect for playing it the first time through. For long time fans of the game or completists, this is good buy. The casual fan should just rent this one.

Awesome

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 23, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I grew up with the game on the 16 bit systems so I may be a little biased. But this new adaptation of the game is just awesome, it keeps all the fun of the original plus adds voice acting and great graphics for the DS. I recommended this game to all fans of old school RPG's

Good remake

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 25, 2008
Author: Amazon User

This game has everything a fan of Final fantasy could want; good characters, good storyline, and the same spells that we are used to. Even if this is your first rpg, it is very user friendly. The biggest bonus (in my opinion) is the mini-map system for dungeons. Youll never get lost again thanks to this feature.
All in all a great game.

Stellar remake.

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 25, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I can only hope they decide to remake all of the older final fantasies in this fashion.

My only issue is gameplay itself. Sometimes I found the game to be a bit too difficult and had to grind for hours to level my characters for the next major battle.

A Splendid Fantasy

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 28, 2008
Author: Amazon User

In 1992, when Final Fantasy IV (Final Fantasy II US) was released in the states, it was a big part of my world. The game was so much fun! I found out it was being reworked around a year before its release in the states for a 4th time and was pretty amazed with the games potential. This remake is more life-like; although it is a little too cute, it means well. The musical score in this game is more enhanced while not changing the "classic" music itself. The gameplay is indeed much more difficult, but treats you to a more elaborate fighting/ability system. The story has also been beefed up to tell a more complete and satisfying tale. The replay value is quite nice too. It gives you a chance to take more advantage of the gameplay multiple times around. If you loved the original Final Fantasy IV, then you will also love the new Final Fantasy IV for Nintendo DS-and if you're a new comer to the game or the series for that matter, this is sure to be a treat also. I give it a 9/10.

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