Final Fantasy IV The Complete Collection
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Product Summary
Brand: Square EnixAudio: English (Unknown)
Published: 2011-03-31
Release Date: 2011-04-19
Platform: Sony PSP
Model: 91045
Publisher: Square Enix
Product features:
- Final Fantasy IV IS consistently rated as one of the Top 50 games ever
- Vibrant Visuals And Unforgettable Melodies: A complete graphical overhaul for both Final Fantasy IV and The After Years
- Original SNES soundtrack, an all-new intro movie and cinematic CGI sequences from previous release, and a monster encyclopedia
Video Game Reviews of Final Fantasy IV The Complete Collection
Customer Review: The definitive FFIV experience
Summary: 5 Stars
FFIV (or, FFII in the US SNES release) redefined how gamers saw RPG's. The first appearance of the Active Time Battle (ATB) system, a deep but easily followable story, hilarious translations (who can forget seeing "You spoony Bard" the first time and being like WTF? :) and deep gameplay made this the first of many FF's that gamers have played, and indeed many things that appeared in FFIV have appeared in many other games since.
This all being said, this is no less than the 4th remake of this game (it has also been rereleased/refreshed on the PS1, GBA and DS). Since the DS game took the gameplay in a much different direction (MUCH harder difficulty, the "augment" system, 3D graphics, etc) it's more than a little unfair to compare the two games, they play drastically different. So for the purpose of this review I'll stick to comparisons between the SNES/PS1/GBA games.
For those that have played FFIV in one of those other releases, you're not getting much more here. The game has the same individual weapon challenges (each players "ultimate" weapon) as the GBA release did. The difficuly also is around the same (however, for me at least, it sure SEEMS like the enemy isn't attacking nearly as quick as they should compared to the others). This probably has the best translation of the Japanese text as well vs. the other versions.
What really makes this a must buy are the two add-ons: Interlude (which connects FFIV and FFIV: The After Years, and then The After Years itself, which was only previously released as a Japanese phone game and on WiiWare.
Interlude is BRUTALLY tough compared to the other 2 parts of this package (your first clue should be Cecil starting out at level 30). If you don't grind you're going to die, a lot of times in 1 hit. It's also very, very short (around 4-6 hours). Still...it's a NEW addition to the FFIV world, and for a game that is 20 years old, that's a pretty remarkable accomplishment.
As far as FFIV: The After Years, it's a whole new story but it pretty much takes place in the same locations. There are some new "tweaks" made (the moon's phase affects your attacks, positively or negatively, and you also have special "Band" attacks you can perform only with certain groups of characters). For most this game will clock in at 20-30 hours, which combined with the 20-40 hours you can put into FFIV makes this a very, very great RPG package for $30.
If you have NEVER played FFIV before, this is a MUST BUY, period.
If you HAVE played one of the other versions, it really comes down to personal preference and whether you think Interlude and FFIV: The After Years are worth your $30. I think they are and so that's why I made the purchase.
Pros:
- The definitive edition of FFIV
- Graphics, sound and translation are the best in all the releases
- First chance for non-Wii owners to play FFIV: The After Years
- 40-70 hours+ of gameplay for $40
- Deep, engrossing story
Cons:
- Game does show its age against recent RPG's
- Siginificant number of random battles and level grinding are required
- Little room for party customization except near the very end of the game
- Core FFIV game is very similar to other releases
Description of Final Fantasy IV The Complete Collection
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the release of FINAL FANTASY IV with FINAL FANTASY IV: The Complete Collection. Relive this seminal title in the FINAL FANTASY series along with its sequel The After Years and the all-new Interlude and enjoy the best role-playing game experience available on the PSP (Playstation Portable) system!Features: The definitive version of one of gaming's greatest sagas. An all-new FINAL FANTASY IV Interlude game between FINAL FANTASY IV and The After Years that binds the two epic narratives together! High definition graphical updates for both FINAL FANTASY IV and The After Years! Play the game in the original Japanese an updated English translation or French! Choose between the original soundtrack or a rearranged version of the timeless positions of Nobuo Uematsu. View an exclusive collection of concept and design art by the famed artist Yoshitaka Amano. Brand new CGI movie intros for both FINAL FANTASY IV and The After Years. Enjoy the plete uncensored FINAL FANTASY IV experience for the first time in North America - no altered graphics scenarios or dialogue!Format: SONY PSP Genre: RPG (VG) Rating: E10+ Age: 662248910451 UPC: 662248910451 Manufacturer No: 91045Role-Playing Games
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