The character portraits and backgrounds are also slightly redrawn, and the text is bigger and more legible-perfect for the Game Boy Advance's screen and very clear even on the Game Boy Micro. Fans of the original might still be a little put off by a few changed names here and there, though. For example, the English dialogue is better and more coherent than in the original North American version, while remaining faithful to the original script. Most of the changes are clear-cut improvements. This is a nearly exact translation of Final Fantasy II for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, and it would take a hardcore fan of the original to notice the differences. At times, the story may seem a bit predictable or kid-friendly, but in its heyday this game pioneered the whole concept of dramatic storytelling in an RPG. The game effectively pushes its story along with numerous scripted sequences, set to a stirring musical score that effectively captures just the right dramatic tone.
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Other characters, like the vengeful old sage Tellah and the brash ninja prince Edge, are some of the most memorable that the Final Fantasy series has ever created. We learn right away that Cecil is romantically involved with Rosa but that their relationship is strained due to Cecil's military background and we also know that Cecil's got a faithful friend in Kain, a fellow soldier of Baron.
What's more, new characters are introduced in context rather than with ham-fisted or long-winded background information. Back in the day, it was amazing that this game started you off as a highly capable warrior, rather than the typically inexperienced RPG hero. He'll meet many unusual friends and foes during his lengthy adventure, and will even undergo a dramatic transformation as he casts aside his past training in favor of a path of true righteousness.įinal Fantasy IV's story is still one of the best things about it, due to how effectively it twists and turns and how well it handles exposition.
Cecil is shocked at what happens when he reaches his destination, and becomes determined to find out what's causing his kingdom's corruption and evil. Baron's increasingly warlike tendencies push Cecil into a moral quandary at the beginning of the game, but the moment he questions his orders, he's stripped of his rank and given the lowly task of delivering a package to a nearby town. Now Playing: Final Fantasy IV Advance Video Reviewįinal Fantasy IV is about Cecil, a dark knight and captain of the Kingdom of Baron's mighty airship fleet. By clicking 'enter', you agree to GameSpot's
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