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The main thing that bugs me about the pixel remasters is the font used for the text. It looks terrible. And you're looking at it for a majority of the play time.
Although the name may feel a little off, but after have tried a few different fonts, I think the best one would be Dragon Quest XI's font. FF6's font is nolstagia, and I love it. However I want to help spreading the awareness of a better one (though I may not be 100% correct because it's still a perception), but if you try DQXI's, you'd see that its aesthic is most suitable to play on PC screen. ;)
@@emewlio5944 On the Steam version, the fonts used for the different languages are stored in the installation folder, so you can replace them with something else! All I did was to replace the English font with the Japanese font, and it looks really good. Make sure you backup the original files first, though!
I think I'm the only one but my favorite is the GBA version for the extra content it adds. DS version is awesome, visually and sonically just wish it had the same extra content as the GBA version.
Ya I never understood why the remakes never keep the gba content. Ff4 didn't add much but I still liked getting all the additional weapons and switching final battle partty
You are definitely not the only one. Most people who are willing to play the older games in the first place would probably prioritize content over graphics.
I have been very skeptical about the whole "Pixel Remaster" series, but actually I think it has turned out rather well. I'm still not sure if the graphical changes are 100% an improvement, but for the most part, they look good. And the new soundtrack is phenomenal! I think it was a big mistake to remove the optional dungeons and endgame party-swap that that GBA version (and beyond) came up with, though.
Pretty much agree with you! I had low expectations for the Pixel Remasters after I heard they wouldn't incorporate changes made to the previous remakes, but I was very pleasantly surprised, especially by the NES trilogy. Losing the bonus content is a shame, but not a big deal for me personally as I tend not to do that content anyway... 😅
The last bit about GBA content is my biggest problem. I already own GBA versions and don't believe paying more for less is a smart business strategy, unless they are added in via update(But it's more likely to be paid DLC.)
seeing that they removed endgame content here makes me worried for final fantasy v's gba jobs and bonus dungeon, though they already remade final fantasy v (poorly) with the endgame content so they're probably more aware of not forgetting that than the endgame ffiv content
@@kyokonull Unfortunately, it's pretty much guaranteed that those features will NOT be in the FF5 Pixel Remaster. None of the Pixel Remasters contain any features that weren't in the original games (except for quality of life stuff and UI functions). It's not an issue for me (the original versions of FF5 and FF6 have everything I need, I don't really care about bonus stuff) but I feel bad for the people who enjoy those additions!
I’d like to see an Octopath Traveler style version of Final Fantasy I-VI. For Final Fantasy IV, it would be based on the PSP version, with the same monster sprites, but the character sprites made from scratch. If Square Enix is going to do a full Unreal Engine 3D version, they should retain the turn-based combat.
One of my favorite FF games and it looks gorgeous, only thing I complain about these remasters is really just the difficulty - there's very little of it. I would like a bit more of a challenge personally. Other than that I'm satisfied.
True. That would be awesome but I think a lot of budget went into hiring nobuo uematsu to help remaster the music and given the choice between music and graphics, I would choose the music
@@alanlee67 Of course they will not release a "Best Version Ever", just a "Best Version So Far". You are correct, the remade sound track is great and already worth the price.
Been having a blast with this version. I managed to get all four of Rydia’s hidden summons as well as the Wyvern Lance and Dragon Whisker drops. If I could ever get an Artemis Bow I would be ecstatic as I’d all have the best weapons… The music in this version is so good. Cannot wait to hear FF 6’s music in that pixel remaster.
Thanks for sharing! Glad you're enjoying the game. Yeah, I can't wait for FF6's new arrangements! There can never be too many versions of The Decisive Battle, Searching for Friends, and Terra's Theme!
I am loving all the Pixel Remasters so far. My favorite versions of 1-4 easily. They look so great and the music is amazing. I wish they would keep the original difficulty settings as so far each version is easier than the original versions but it’s a minor complaint. I also got my Artemis Bow so I’m happy for that lol. Now all I need is a Pink Tail…
@@c17slug The Pixel Remasters are my new favorite versions of 1-4 as well! I imagine I'll feel the same way about FF5 and I'm keeping my fingers crossed about FF6! Good luck with the Pink Tail, that's some dedication right there! Did they buff the drop rates at all?
So I wish I could post picture replies on RUclips because I swear I’m not lying. After your first reply I got my Artemis Bow and after your second reply I got a Pink Tail lol. I still have 130 or so Sirens left but I’m done with ultra rare drops…. As far as the drop rates I’m not sure. Mind Flayer took 888 kills to get and that was the worst one for me. I’m really excited for FF 5. Hopefully it’ll be early or mid October.
This is my new favorite version but it needs a hard mode option or mod. Also, fun fact, I came across the overworld sprite for the Brachioraidos dragon (which is from the Lunar Ruins) in the game files. As well as a few other Lunar Ruins sprites. Don’t know if these sprites are just leftover and unused or if it means it’ll be added in later, but the sprites are in there.
That's really interesting! I wonder if they initially had plans to include all the bonus content, but eventually scrapped it because of time/budget constraints?
@@Altercate Possibly. It’s either gotta be that or they have future plans to add the content in. Hopefully the latter because I do enjoy the bonus content for 4-6.
This game, nerfed as it was on the SNES, was my first great video game love and remains my favorite game for that console. This remaster, once I got the hang of it, was a pleasure to play. I love Final Fantasy IV.
I played through both this version and the PSP version with only Rydia as a challenge Marathon run, and I will say that if you can get a hold of the PSP version, definitely play it - you'll get a lot more bang for your buck with all the postgame content. I do prefer this version over the Steam 3D version though because it definitely goes back to the very first origin of FF4 on SNES. The Music in this version though - Mystic Quest Quality for Sure!
@@Altercate It's definitely quite fun! I dressed up in Rydia Cosplay when the Pixel Remaster came out day 1 and went through the game start to finish Rydia only. I will say that the grinding is much less tedious in the Pixel Remaster vs. the OG Super Famicom version which I also did a Rydia Cosplay Marathon of on FF4's 30th Anniversary, July 19th, 2021. I don't think many guys do this LOL :) It would be a lot more difficult if Rydia had to do Magnetic Cave and Zot since Valvalis is very tough to beat and Dark Elf has a ton of magic resistance. However, my challenge just involved Kaipo-Fabul and Golbez-Zeromus (where you get Rydia normally in the game). The first real grind comes right before Dr. Lugae, and the second one is right before Rubicante. It took 18.5 hours to do on Pixel Remaster vs. OG Super Famicom 24 hours in both marathons.
I'm sorry, but... "Mystic Quest quality"? I found that music very bland. This one's redone soundtrack is done with live instruments and sounds 100x better.
I’ve been on the fence about getting this. I last played it on an emulator a years after playing the SNES version and haven’t been sure if I want to get it or not for my tablet. Thanks for the review.
Call me a cynic or tinfoilhat, but I really think that SE is going to do another remaster of all of these using the Octopath Traveler Engine if the Dragon Quest 3 remake sells well. I just can't see any other reason for them to release these supposed "Definitive Remasters" that lack all the improvements and additions that the previous remasters had added. I can see them in like 3 years going: "Now, THIS is the Definitive Edition. HD-2D, all content included!" and maybe even some other small additions. Like, if they truly meant to make these the definitive versions, then they would be that, the definitive versions. They wouldn't lack anything and probably would even include new stuff.
Great video! Finished Dragon Quest 11 and wanted to see how the new Final Fantasy pixel remasters look. Your video definitely won me over! Keen to see your other ones, subbed for sure
I don't know why all the reviewers expected the pixel remasters were going to include all the added content from other releases. Square-enix was upfront about these being the definitive versions of the ORIGINAL versions of the games. Anyone that expected the extra content wasn't paying attention, or chose not to pay attention. Also, why are QoL improvements criticized? You can turn off the mini map, and I would argue that the detail on the maps is to help with collecting everything. I feel that the pixel remasters are obscenely over priced individually, with the bundle being just tolerable in price. Also, the reworked font on consoles is excellent, I believe it is being added to the steam/mobile versions. The option for the CRT filter is pretty cool too. I didn't use it, but it has a charm to it, for sure. I LOVE the FF4 complete collection on psp, but I would say that the pixel remaster IS the definitive version of the original FFIV. Edit) Can't believe I forgot to mention it, but the water effects are fucking gorgeous!
If characters has more abilities like FFTactics, FF10-2, 14 , think Edward be more usable on a supportive role. On the GBA , PSP version , way later on, he actually can do major damage (on certain enemy species i think) , but meh.
i currently playing the V. and bard, while incapable of major damage (it is worse than mages basic attack) can lock the enemies (yes, their whole party) in constant confusion at no MP cost. i won't bring it to any boss battle, tho
Probably the best 2D version, but ultimately I still prefer the 3D version for its script and gameplay. Honestly would've liked if this version at least kept the 3D script, the 2D one feels so bland in comparison.
I would never have said this in the past but I agree - the only reason I choose 3d is so I can play hard mode I have beat this game about 50 times in my life, and have been really disappointed by continual easy types in every new release If they just made a hard mode I would choose the new 2d remakes anyday But it is not so!
Man, I love how it retains the original style and the music is awesome in this version, and most visual gripes can be fixed on steam. But I wish it had all the extra content the psp version had. I wasn’t a fan of the psp’s character sprites, the pixel remaster ones look better to me. I’m gonna wait a while and see what else the modding community cooks up. Thanks for the vid!
I would just like to point out that at this time all the gba version of the games have a sound restoration patches making those versions basically the best possible ones.
Great video. I’ve watched all of your reviews on the pixel remaster series’s and it’s helped me what best to purchase. Thank you for putting all of this effort into creating such great content.
The first final fantasy game that I was to ever beat was FFIV on the DS. Though I much prefer the 2D one since it isn’t as difficult or as grindy as the DS one. I like how the game isn’t really that long as almost every time I beat it usually takes me 20 Hours. It’s the only FF game to have up to 5 characters in battle, It has a great blend between medieval fantasy and futuristic sci-fi. And Cecil still remains among my favorite FF protagonist. And a game that I still think holds up today 30 years later.
Thanks for sharing! For all its simplicity, this game is a lot of fun and the story and characters are so memorable. Cecil and Rydia are some of my favorite characters in the series!
Great analysis. The one thing you didn't mention that I was hoping you would is whether this was a port of ff4 hard type or easy type. I'm guessing easy since you never mentioned difficulty but would still be a nice tip bit to include.
Thank you! And you make a good point. To the best of my knowledge, this is a port of the original Japanese version, but the main difference is that you level twice as fast in the Pixel Remaster. So I would say that technically the game is "hard type" but it's significantly easier because you're always a little stronger than you would be in the original. Hope that helps!
Interesting. If it is indeed hard type with accelerated xp gain then the difficulty may still show itself in the end game. I finished the psx release (which was hard type) and zeromus only used big bang which always one shot edge and rydia despite them being level 95. I wish they would have just gave an option at the beginning to pick between easy and hard. That way people could play easy if they just wanted to experience the characters and story. Or experiment with the battle system. While others could play hard to experience 4's greater emphasis on strategy to get through the game.
@@jesseherman5540 A difficulty setting would definitely be a great feature. I always welcome that stuff. Some people just want to experience the story, some people want a serious challenge, and some people want to try both!
Great review! This is the Final Fantasy I've played the most, and like that they are trying to give something close to the original experience. I really enjoyed the PSP version, and am playing through a rom hack version called FFIV: Ultima. Definitely worth a look as they have lovingly spent time trying to bring forward this classic game with modern mechanics while keeping the original art style. Do you have a favorite Final Fantasy? Keep up the great work!
Thank you so much! 😍 FFIV: Ultima looks really neat, I'll have to give it a try sometime. My favorite Final Fantasy game is FF8. It's a very flawed game, but it meant a lot to me growing up!
Wait have anyone even noticed that dying you restart back at the start of the area which is handy if you forgot to quick save I noticed it in FFIII and I’m sure it applies to all games
I didn't notice the autosave feature until playing FF5! I feel like I died a couple of times in FF3 and didn't get it, so I wonder if they patched it in at some point after release...?
@@Altercate well if you quick save you barely even see it but someone told me at the SaGa wiki discord that every screen transition it auto saves but still dying will boot you back to the beginning of the area
But idk if that was patched cuz I did play FFIII a few days ago but I spent too much time grinding for nearly 3 days when I could just beat the game already
This one's a pass for me. Either the PSP Version or the Is 3D remake on steam. I'm going to play through the entire series and am researching which version of each one I think i should play.
The Pixel Remaster is my personal favorite, mainly because I'm super nostalgic about SNES graphics. 😂 The PSP version is a great game, but I personally don't like the way it looks. Except for the monsters, everything has an amateurish vibe to me... The 3d version is really cool but I'm not a huge fan of primitive 3d graphics.
All versions are valid to me except the 3D version... i tried it and absolutely hated the terrible blocky 3D models. I got to the antlion cave and... yeah, its the only version of FF4 that I gave up on.
I can't find anything about this anywhere, I hope you could help? Is it possible to re-arrange the left-to-right order of the elements in the battle menus? I mean, do you have to have the action selection menu at the far left? Please say we can rearrange and put the enemy list there instead, it looks so unnatural to have the battle action selection menu on the left like that.
PSP is good but honestly I’m enjoying the new pixel remastered version I sooo can’t wait tell vi comes out bc that’s actually my favorite final fantasy I’m hopeing it comes near Christmas
As crazy as it sounds id love to see an option to turn off the ATB and have it full turn base. I space out to much and usually avoid all the ATB games. Ive always wanted to play FFIX But the stress of the ATB always keeps me away
There's no wrong choice! 3D remake has more content, more immersive storytelling, and is significantly harder. Pixel Remaster has the retro graphics, a more casual experience, and is more faithful to the original. Let me know what you think of the game!
@@Altercate thank you for the reply. Great video btw. Than i'll definetly go for the 3d remake. Ff 14 sparkt my interest in the ff series and i wanna know where everything came from. Are the same points you mentioned true for the 3d remake of ff3 aswell?
@@godsfighter1367 Definitely! FF3 Pixel Remaster is very basic storywise and doesn't really have any characters.The 3D remake adds a ton of story and cut scenes and makes the heroes into distinct characters with their own personalities and backgrounds. I highly recommend the 3D remake for the story, and it's also a more challenging game (compared to the Pixel Remaster, not compared to the original).
@@Altercate thanks, im excited to get to know more about the ff verse. Should i play them in order? Because i would do that but maybe they’ll make a ff 1 remake aswell
@@godsfighter1367 It doesn't matter which order you play the main games in! There's a lot of references between games (reused ideas, characters with the same names, etc.) but no direct story connections worth mentioning. It's interesting to play the games in order just to see how the series developed over time and what changed between each game, but really you should just play whichever games you think you'd enjoy the most!
I'll probably get the FFV remaster... I feel like I've started a new save file on that game like 15 times and never made it farther than the sea fight with gilgamesh
FFV is really underappreciated, but yes I did the same thing until finally playing through it a few years ago. The story isn't exactly the best in the series but it's still good, it really focuses more on the characters (you more or less use the same party throughout the whole game). I'd say the highlights are the job/combat system and the soundtrack. In the Advance port and subsequent ports, there were a few extras added including a bonus dungeon which does have a little bit of extra lore. I really hope they somehow add the extra content to these remasters because they would basically be the definitive versions
Waiting for FF VI. I already love the current Steam version with the A Real Reborn mod, and it’s gonna be hard to replace it and not be somewhat of a letdown for me, I believe:..
I hope you end up liking the new version, but I can understand how you feel. Personally I just couldn't stand the way the old version looked (and I don't think the original really needs anything added to it) so for me it's probably going to be a good fit 😀
@@Altercate If you still have the Old Version, please give the Atma Weapon mod installer a shot, using the SNES sprites makes the Old Version basically FF6 if it were remastered in the same way Romancing SaGa 2 and 3 were
Imagine if they do that for the FFVI remake, jesus. Which also works because it also has multiple protags and cool extra stuff during battle. I wanna see Sabin suplex a train in 2021.
Not to my knowledge! In terms of story and scenarios, this should be an exact copy of the original. Maybe those people were thinking about stuff that was introduced in the remakes?
I cannot understand why the fonts are so small and hard to read in these pixel remastered FF games. Romancing Saga remasters never have this problem and they're rendered beautifully. This game meanwhile can't even get the screen resolutions right.
As cool as these remasters are, so far I personally can't choose any of them over the PSP versions, all of those imo are still the best ways to play 1-4
While I agree, I never pass up an opportunity for a classic Final Fantasy. These pixel remasters also gave me the opportunity to try out Final Fantasy 3 for the first time (I hate the DS remakes with a passion)
I still prefer the PSP and 3D version on mobile (3D version on mobile has hard mode unlike the DS version, and like playing on handheld mostly). But i do like the FF4: PR graphics and music.
There are three tiers of Final Fantasy 4: extra content, extra difficulty, and classic. If I want extra content, I'll play PSP. If I want difficulty, I'll fire up the DS or PC. This pixel remaster is the definitive edition to play the game as it was originally intended. There's room for all three.
I'm really glad to be able to play the 2d version of this game i only got to play the DS version. Playing FF14 made me want to play all the main FF games but 3 and 4 I always wanted to play 2d version of now I can!
I don't like it. I grew up playing the gameboy version and this looks basically the same. The music is good but is this really still a $20 game?? I think the PSP looks better hands down
My favorite Final Fantasy is 3, 4, 7 and 9 with 4 being my number 1. I haven't played this version yet. The ones I played was the SNES, GBA and DS. DS: I haven't played this in a very long time but I plan on playing it again. I remember liking it the most because of the difficulty. I didn't like the way the characters look though. Especially Rosa, Rydia and the twins. Why does Rosa have a shirt in the opening scene and in the artwork but not ingame? SNES: The first one I played and the first Final Fantasy I beaten by myself. I enjoyed this version a lot even though I had to endure the slow walk speed. GBA: This would have been my favorite version if it wasn't too easy. it had party switching and a bonus cave that I was addicted to back then. I was able to use my favorite character Palom and remove Rydia. I heard the PSP version is just the easy GBA but with bug fixes which is disappointing.
I hope so! I personally don't feel FF6 needs any extra content, so having a version of the original game with some quality of life improvements, remastered graphics, and rearranged soundtrack should be amazing.
@@Altercate Yeah the new soundtrack has the biggest potential with 6, because it has probably the biggest and best soundtrack (certainly of the 2D games). I also think I'll appreciate the diagonal movement controls a lot more in 6 because it quite complex environments, whereas in the earlier games everything is a lot more simple.
Great review and as a boon this unlike the 3D remake doesn't have random broken enemies and bosses where they've gone from fair fights to obscenely aggravating SIMON SAYS or DIE matches. I utterly HATE they did that to FF4 3D remake. The old game as pointed out had like the needle shot punishment shown, it was hard but fair. But in the 3D game if you don't attack with X character(s) using Y (specific action) the entire group will hit the party with a blow so overcharged if the first hit doesn't kill it'll cripple ending battle. And worse it's not just bosses, but random standard dungeon monsters too ending up with a heap of cheap deaths until you can manage what to use when to use and if the ATB will still trigger it right. The pixel remaster is the way to go to get the right experience, not a punch below the belt.
I asked because the 3D Remake is considerably harder than other versions of the game, so it's a good option for people who are looking for a challenge! That said, I prefer the original version and the Pixel Remaster. I just love the way they look. 😀
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I liked to play Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster
No worries man. Real life comes first. Anyone know if these games is still in discussion to come put on switch?
@@computron100 Nothing solid so far, but they've said they'll consider it! I'm pretty sure it's gonna happen at some point, but who knows when...
It is the best, and I love it!
I smashed that like button.
The main thing that bugs me about the pixel remasters is the font used for the text. It looks terrible. And you're looking at it for a majority of the play time.
I'm glad of the file fix and mod for PC that fixes the font. Now someone just needs to figure out how to fix the scrolling and I'll be happy
At least the font can be easily replaced with snes-ff6-font. The game's look and feel is much better with this font for sure.
Replacing the font does go a long way! 😀
Although the name may feel a little off, but after have tried a few different fonts, I think the best one would be Dragon Quest XI's font.
FF6's font is nolstagia, and I love it. However I want to help spreading the awareness of a better one (though I may not be 100% correct because it's still a perception), but if you try DQXI's, you'd see that its aesthic is most suitable to play on PC screen. ;)
Cries in ios
How did you replace it?
@@emewlio5944 On the Steam version, the fonts used for the different languages are stored in the installation folder, so you can replace them with something else! All I did was to replace the English font with the Japanese font, and it looks really good. Make sure you backup the original files first, though!
Final fantasy 4 the complete collection is all ill ever need when it comes to ff4.
I think I'm the only one but my favorite is the GBA version for the extra content it adds.
DS version is awesome, visually and sonically just wish it had the same extra content as the GBA version.
Ya I never understood why the remakes never keep the gba content. Ff4 didn't add much but I still liked getting all the additional weapons and switching final battle partty
You are definitely not the only one. Most people who are willing to play the older games in the first place would probably prioritize content over graphics.
Can't believe they did all that but just imported in the original monster sprites.
I have been very skeptical about the whole "Pixel Remaster" series, but actually I think it has turned out rather well. I'm still not sure if the graphical changes are 100% an improvement, but for the most part, they look good. And the new soundtrack is phenomenal!
I think it was a big mistake to remove the optional dungeons and endgame party-swap that that GBA version (and beyond) came up with, though.
Pretty much agree with you! I had low expectations for the Pixel Remasters after I heard they wouldn't incorporate changes made to the previous remakes, but I was very pleasantly surprised, especially by the NES trilogy. Losing the bonus content is a shame, but not a big deal for me personally as I tend not to do that content anyway... 😅
The last bit about GBA content is my biggest problem. I already own GBA versions and don't believe paying more for less is a smart business strategy, unless they are added in via update(But it's more likely to be paid DLC.)
seeing that they removed endgame content here makes me worried for final fantasy v's gba jobs and bonus dungeon, though they already remade final fantasy v (poorly) with the endgame content so they're probably more aware of not forgetting that than the endgame ffiv content
@@kyokonull Unfortunately, it's pretty much guaranteed that those features will NOT be in the FF5 Pixel Remaster. None of the Pixel Remasters contain any features that weren't in the original games (except for quality of life stuff and UI functions).
It's not an issue for me (the original versions of FF5 and FF6 have everything I need, I don't really care about bonus stuff) but I feel bad for the people who enjoy those additions!
@@Altercate So there's a chance that you won't get the Diabolos magicite from defeating Kaisor in FFVI? Isn't he bonus content?
Sadge.
I’d like to see an Octopath Traveler style version of Final Fantasy I-VI. For Final Fantasy IV, it would be based on the PSP version, with the same monster sprites, but the character sprites made from scratch. If Square Enix is going to do a full Unreal Engine 3D version, they should retain the turn-based combat.
I'd love to see that! 😀
That's exactly what these should have been. There's previous versions of these games better than the remaster
@@Revz8bit The only thing good about Pixel Remaster is the music. On top of that, Pixel Remaster is too easy.
Hd 2d fits both FF IV & VI imo but definitely not every single solitary title known to man
One of my favorite FF games and it looks gorgeous, only thing I complain about these remasters is really just the difficulty - there's very little of it. I would like a bit more of a challenge personally. Other than that I'm satisfied.
A difficulty setting would have been really nice to have! I guess some modders will step up to the plate 😀
3d version on hard mode is best
It couldn't be that hard to add difficulty settings, I'm not going to play this version for that reason
IV has never been as hard as the internet claims it to be. But this version *really* nerfed your characters and virtually eliminated the stakes.
You could turn the exp down.
I will definetely pick this one up and also 5 and 6 aswell. FF6 probably is my favorite game ever
I’d like to see them combine the PSP version and the music from pixel remaster.
I'll get this one. But I hope one day they'll give it the 2D-HD Octopath style treatment as seems to be in the works for Dragon Quest.
That would be cool to see! I'm embarrassed to say I still haven't had a chance to play Octopath Traveller...
True. That would be awesome but I think a lot of budget went into hiring nobuo uematsu to help remaster the music and given the choice between music and graphics, I would choose the music
@@alanlee67 That's a good point, I hadn't really thought of that! And I agree, the music comes first!
@@alanlee67 Of course they will not release a "Best Version Ever", just a "Best Version So Far". You are correct, the remade sound track is great and already worth the price.
Does it have the restored full story from the Japanese version or is it the cut down SNES version?
Been having a blast with this version. I managed to get all four of Rydia’s hidden summons as well as the Wyvern Lance and Dragon Whisker drops. If I could ever get an Artemis Bow I would be ecstatic as I’d all have the best weapons…
The music in this version is so good. Cannot wait to hear FF 6’s music in that pixel remaster.
Thanks for sharing! Glad you're enjoying the game. Yeah, I can't wait for FF6's new arrangements! There can never be too many versions of The Decisive Battle, Searching for Friends, and Terra's Theme!
I am loving all the Pixel Remasters so far. My favorite versions of 1-4 easily. They look so great and the music is amazing. I wish they would keep the original difficulty settings as so far each version is easier than the original versions but it’s a minor complaint.
I also got my Artemis Bow so I’m happy for that lol. Now all I need is a Pink Tail…
@@c17slug The Pixel Remasters are my new favorite versions of 1-4 as well! I imagine I'll feel the same way about FF5 and I'm keeping my fingers crossed about FF6! Good luck with the Pink Tail, that's some dedication right there! Did they buff the drop rates at all?
So I wish I could post picture replies on RUclips because I swear I’m not lying. After your first reply I got my Artemis Bow and after your second reply I got a Pink Tail lol. I still have 130 or so Sirens left but I’m done with ultra rare drops…. As far as the drop rates I’m not sure. Mind Flayer took 888 kills to get and that was the worst one for me.
I’m really excited for FF 5. Hopefully it’ll be early or mid October.
@@c17slug Lol, good job!
Thanks for the content! FF Remaster needs a remaster already. Difficulty options and added bonus content.
That'd be great to see!
This is my new favorite version but it needs a hard mode option or mod.
Also, fun fact, I came across the overworld sprite for the Brachioraidos dragon (which is from the Lunar Ruins) in the game files. As well as a few other Lunar Ruins sprites. Don’t know if these sprites are just leftover and unused or if it means it’ll be added in later, but the sprites are in there.
That's really interesting! I wonder if they initially had plans to include all the bonus content, but eventually scrapped it because of time/budget constraints?
@@Altercate Possibly. It’s either gotta be that or they have future plans to add the content in. Hopefully the latter because I do enjoy the bonus content for 4-6.
That would be a really sweet surprise if they did! 😀
If they pull a pokemon I'm out.
@@hendrycksputt7165 Can you elaborate?
This game, nerfed as it was on the SNES, was my first great video game love and remains my favorite game for that console. This remaster, once I got the hang of it, was a pleasure to play. I love Final Fantasy IV.
I played through both this version and the PSP version with only Rydia as a challenge Marathon run, and I will say that if you can get a hold of the PSP version, definitely play it - you'll get a lot more bang for your buck with all the postgame content. I do prefer this version over the Steam 3D version though because it definitely goes back to the very first origin of FF4 on SNES. The Music in this version though - Mystic Quest Quality for Sure!
Rydia only! That sounds like quite the challenge! :)
@@Altercate It's definitely quite fun! I dressed up in Rydia Cosplay when the Pixel Remaster came out day 1 and went through the game start to finish Rydia only. I will say that the grinding is much less tedious in the Pixel Remaster vs. the OG Super Famicom version which I also did a Rydia Cosplay Marathon of on FF4's 30th Anniversary, July 19th, 2021. I don't think many guys do this LOL :)
It would be a lot more difficult if Rydia had to do Magnetic Cave and Zot since Valvalis is very tough to beat and Dark Elf has a ton of magic resistance. However, my challenge just involved Kaipo-Fabul and Golbez-Zeromus (where you get Rydia normally in the game). The first real grind comes right before Dr. Lugae, and the second one is right before Rubicante. It took 18.5 hours to do on Pixel Remaster vs. OG Super Famicom 24 hours in both marathons.
@@RydiasRevenge Thanks for sharing! Sounds like a fun challenge. :)
I'm sorry, but... "Mystic Quest quality"? I found that music very bland. This one's redone soundtrack is done with live instruments and sounds 100x better.
Been waiting for this, thank you
Glad I could help! 😀
I bought all 6 in one package deal on steam, working on the games, really enjoy these videos
Thank you so much! 😀
I’ve been on the fence about getting this. I last played it on an emulator a years after playing the SNES version and haven’t been sure if I want to get it or not for my tablet. Thanks for the review.
Call me a cynic or tinfoilhat, but I really think that SE is going to do another remaster of all of these using the Octopath Traveler Engine if the Dragon Quest 3 remake sells well. I just can't see any other reason for them to release these supposed "Definitive Remasters" that lack all the improvements and additions that the previous remasters had added. I can see them in like 3 years going: "Now, THIS is the Definitive Edition. HD-2D, all content included!" and maybe even some other small additions. Like, if they truly meant to make these the definitive versions, then they would be that, the definitive versions. They wouldn't lack anything and probably would even include new stuff.
I wouldn't be surprised if you're right! Sharks can't stop swimming and Square Enix can't stop putting out remasters and remakes 🤣
Great video! Finished Dragon Quest 11 and wanted to see how the new Final Fantasy pixel remasters look. Your video definitely won me over! Keen to see your other ones, subbed for sure
Glad I could help and thanks for the support! 😀
Great review, your video answered a lot of questions I had with this new version.
Haven’t even watched yet, but am SO excited to see another video from you! I’ll comment again after I’ve watched it!
Thanks for the support as always, William! 😀
Great review! Thanks
Thank you so much! 😀
I don't know why all the reviewers expected the pixel remasters were going to include all the added content from other releases.
Square-enix was upfront about these being the definitive versions of the ORIGINAL versions of the games.
Anyone that expected the extra content wasn't paying attention, or chose not to pay attention.
Also, why are QoL improvements criticized?
You can turn off the mini map, and I would argue that the detail on the maps is to help with collecting everything.
I feel that the pixel remasters are obscenely over priced individually, with the bundle being just tolerable in price.
Also, the reworked font on consoles is excellent, I believe it is being added to the steam/mobile versions.
The option for the CRT filter is pretty cool too. I didn't use it, but it has a charm to it, for sure.
I LOVE the FF4 complete collection on psp, but I would say that the pixel remaster IS the definitive version of the original FFIV.
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Can't believe I forgot to mention it, but the water effects are fucking gorgeous!
"Edward still sucks" got me. That guy is why I never played a bard in older D&D editions: I just assumed they sucked
Lmao! Poor Edward has spoiled a whole generation of gamers on bards... 😂
Bards kinda did suck until the third edition, when they became the best class. Totally not just my subjective opinion.
Having strong subjective opinions about game balance is like 50% of what playing TTRPGs is all about 😆
If characters has more abilities like FFTactics, FF10-2, 14 , think Edward be more usable on a supportive role.
On the GBA , PSP version , way later on, he actually can do major damage (on certain enemy species i think) , but meh.
i currently playing the V. and bard, while incapable of major damage (it is worse than mages basic attack) can lock the enemies (yes, their whole party) in constant confusion at no MP cost. i won't bring it to any boss battle, tho
thank you for the review! def gonna get it
Glad I could help!
I bought this day one, but you made a great breakdown and review of the game!
Thank you so much! 😀
Love your energy and passion for the games and lore! Always a pleasure!
Thank you so much! It's a labor of love, so it feels amazing to know someone's enjoying it! 😍
Probably the best 2D version, but ultimately I still prefer the 3D version for its script and gameplay.
Honestly would've liked if this version at least kept the 3D script, the 2D one feels so bland in comparison.
There are people working on a DS/3D script mod.
I would never have said this in the past but I agree - the only reason I choose 3d is so I can play hard mode
I have beat this game about 50 times in my life, and have been really disappointed by continual easy types in every new release
If they just made a hard mode I would choose the new 2d remakes anyday
But it is not so!
Psp version is better still
To be honest I can’t go back to a more basic script after the 3D version. So much love went into that one and the extra flourishes really added a lot.
Without any doubt this is the best review i have seen, thanx for the info
Thank you, glad I could help! 😀
Man, I love how it retains the original style and the music is awesome in this version, and most visual gripes can be fixed on steam. But I wish it had all the extra content the psp version had. I wasn’t a fan of the psp’s character sprites, the pixel remaster ones look better to me. I’m gonna wait a while and see what else the modding community cooks up. Thanks for the vid!
Glad I could help! You pretty much summed up my feelings exactly.
I would just like to point out that at this time all the gba version of the games have a sound restoration patches making those versions basically the best possible ones.
So proud of you
Great video. I’ve watched all of your reviews on the pixel remaster series’s and it’s helped me what best to purchase. Thank you for putting all of this effort into creating such great content.
Thank you so much for saying that! Glad I could help 😍
The PSP version is the definitive version hands down. The sprites in these remasters are too small and so is the battle UI.
I respect your opinion but I personally can't stand the character sprites in the PSP version. The monster sprites are great, though!
The psp sprites, to me, look soooo bad. Feels souless it’s hard to explain. But I see why people love it.
I personally don't like them, but good for you.
no controller support, its weird playing this game with the on screen virtual gamepad
They should just remake ff1 to VI with Brave exvius sprites, they are perfection.
I'm playing through the steam remake now. I think it's pretty good. Excellent video. 🍻
Thanks! Glad to hear you're enjoying the game :)
I would have prefered the HD 2D style. I also don't like how the original soundtrack is not available. Missed opportunity.
Awesome video! Love your channel
Thank you! :)
Hey Altercate is there will be "Final Fantasy 4: After Years" in the future.
I don't think they'll give it a Pixel Remaster unfortunately! But who knows what happens in the future 😀
When you mention that the characters in ffIV level up quicker than old versions are you referring to the snes version from japan or america?
Just a side note: the 3D remake came out on the DS before it came out on Steam. 🙂
Appreciate this. Gona do a
Playthrough of this for my kids 😁
Sounds awesome! I hope you have a lot of fun! :)
I love IV and VI so much, and enjoyed 1, 3, and 5, as well. I will definitely pick the 1-VI collection one of these days!
The first final fantasy game that I was to ever beat was FFIV on the DS. Though I much prefer the 2D one since it isn’t as difficult or as grindy as the DS one.
I like how the game isn’t really that long as almost every time I beat it usually takes me 20 Hours. It’s the only FF game to have up to 5 characters in battle, It has a great blend between medieval fantasy and futuristic sci-fi.
And Cecil still remains among my favorite FF protagonist. And a game that I still think holds up today 30 years later.
Thanks for sharing! For all its simplicity, this game is a lot of fun and the story and characters are so memorable. Cecil and Rydia are some of my favorite characters in the series!
Great analysis. The one thing you didn't mention that I was hoping you would is whether this was a port of ff4 hard type or easy type. I'm guessing easy since you never mentioned difficulty but would still be a nice tip bit to include.
Thank you! And you make a good point. To the best of my knowledge, this is a port of the original Japanese version, but the main difference is that you level twice as fast in the Pixel Remaster. So I would say that technically the game is "hard type" but it's significantly easier because you're always a little stronger than you would be in the original. Hope that helps!
Interesting. If it is indeed hard type with accelerated xp gain then the difficulty may still show itself in the end game. I finished the psx release (which was hard type) and zeromus only used big bang which always one shot edge and rydia despite them being level 95. I wish they would have just gave an option at the beginning to pick between easy and hard. That way people could play easy if they just wanted to experience the characters and story. Or experiment with the battle system. While others could play hard to experience 4's greater emphasis on strategy to get through the game.
@@jesseherman5540 A difficulty setting would definitely be a great feature. I always welcome that stuff. Some people just want to experience the story, some people want a serious challenge, and some people want to try both!
Great review! This is the Final Fantasy I've played the most, and like that they are trying to give something close to the original experience. I really enjoyed the PSP version, and am playing through a rom hack version called FFIV: Ultima. Definitely worth a look as they have lovingly spent time trying to bring forward this classic game with modern mechanics while keeping the original art style. Do you have a favorite Final Fantasy? Keep up the great work!
Thank you so much! 😍 FFIV: Ultima looks really neat, I'll have to give it a try sometime. My favorite Final Fantasy game is FF8. It's a very flawed game, but it meant a lot to me growing up!
A man of culture I see.
Very good video! Subscribed :)
Thanks for the support! :D
Wait have anyone even noticed that dying you restart back at the start of the area which is handy if you forgot to quick save I noticed it in FFIII and I’m sure it applies to all games
I didn't notice the autosave feature until playing FF5! I feel like I died a couple of times in FF3 and didn't get it, so I wonder if they patched it in at some point after release...?
@@Altercate well if you quick save you barely even see it but someone told me at the SaGa wiki discord that every screen transition it auto saves but still dying will boot you back to the beginning of the area
But idk if that was patched cuz I did play FFIII a few days ago but I spent too much time grinding for nearly 3 days when I could just beat the game already
Can not wait for the long ffiv video. Keep up the good work
Thank you so much! 😍 Working on the FF3 retrospective right now, and then I'll tackle the FF4 retro!
I just finished Final Fantasy IV Pixel Remaster and it's pretty solid. However, I should have grinded a bit harder cause Zeromus almost kicked my ass.
Almost dying to the final boss is part of the experience! 😂
This one's a pass for me. Either the PSP Version or the Is 3D remake on steam. I'm going to play through the entire series and am researching which version of each one I think i should play.
The Pixel Remaster is my personal favorite, mainly because I'm super nostalgic about SNES graphics. 😂 The PSP version is a great game, but I personally don't like the way it looks. Except for the monsters, everything has an amateurish vibe to me... The 3d version is really cool but I'm not a huge fan of primitive 3d graphics.
All versions are valid to me except the 3D version... i tried it and absolutely hated the terrible blocky 3D models. I got to the antlion cave and... yeah, its the only version of FF4 that I gave up on.
I just want a 3d remake of FF6, but with turn based combat still
I'd love to see that!
I can't find anything about this anywhere, I hope you could help? Is it possible to re-arrange the left-to-right order of the elements in the battle menus? I mean, do you have to have the action selection menu at the far left? Please say we can rearrange and put the enemy list there instead, it looks so unnatural to have the battle action selection menu on the left like that.
There aren’t a lot of in-game options at all, unfortunately! I can’t think of any way to do what you want. :/
great review!
Thank you! 😀
PSP is still the BEST version for me in my opinion... PEACE!!!
I respect that! 😀
PSP is good but honestly I’m enjoying the new pixel remastered version I sooo can’t wait tell vi comes out bc that’s actually my favorite final fantasy I’m hopeing it comes near Christmas
100%
Nah PSP version was more easier than the original one and in GBA, that's why i don't like it
SNES
It sucks that we cannot use a bluetooth controller while playing on ipad
I've already bought all 6 games because 14 had gotten me into FF and I've never had the chance to play and FF until X-II on the PS2, not even X, X-II
Cool! FF14 has an insane amount of references and tributes to the classic games. I'm still finding more stuff all the time 😀
Playing music while talking about the game music is fair use. You should have sampled a few seconds of few iconic tracks.
As crazy as it sounds id love to see an option to turn off the ATB and have it full turn base. I space out to much and usually avoid all the ATB games. Ive always wanted to play FFIX But the stress of the ATB always keeps me away
Great review.
Thank you! 😀
Should i play this or 3d remake? 3d remake looks better with the cutscenes and all but im unsure
There's no wrong choice! 3D remake has more content, more immersive storytelling, and is significantly harder. Pixel Remaster has the retro graphics, a more casual experience, and is more faithful to the original. Let me know what you think of the game!
@@Altercate thank you for the reply. Great video btw. Than i'll definetly go for the 3d remake. Ff 14 sparkt my interest in the ff series and i wanna know where everything came from. Are the same points you mentioned true for the 3d remake of ff3 aswell?
@@godsfighter1367 Definitely! FF3 Pixel Remaster is very basic storywise and doesn't really have any characters.The 3D remake adds a ton of story and cut scenes and makes the heroes into distinct characters with their own personalities and backgrounds.
I highly recommend the 3D remake for the story, and it's also a more challenging game (compared to the Pixel Remaster, not compared to the original).
@@Altercate thanks, im excited to get to know more about the ff verse. Should i play them in order? Because i would do that but maybe they’ll make a ff 1 remake aswell
@@godsfighter1367 It doesn't matter which order you play the main games in! There's a lot of references between games (reused ideas, characters with the same names, etc.) but no direct story connections worth mentioning. It's interesting to play the games in order just to see how the series developed over time and what changed between each game, but really you should just play whichever games you think you'd enjoy the most!
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Thanks for the assist! 😍
I'll probably get the FFV remaster... I feel like I've started a new save file on that game like 15 times and never made it farther than the sea fight with gilgamesh
I hope you make it all the way through this time! FF5 isn't for everyone but it's one of my favorites 😀
FFV is really underappreciated, but yes I did the same thing until finally playing through it a few years ago. The story isn't exactly the best in the series but it's still good, it really focuses more on the characters (you more or less use the same party throughout the whole game). I'd say the highlights are the job/combat system and the soundtrack. In the Advance port and subsequent ports, there were a few extras added including a bonus dungeon which does have a little bit of extra lore. I really hope they somehow add the extra content to these remasters because they would basically be the definitive versions
Thanks for these! This was very informative and helped me choose to wait on buying them. 🧡💙
Awesome, glad I could help! 😀
Waiting for FF VI. I already love the current Steam version with the A Real Reborn mod, and it’s gonna be hard to replace it and not be somewhat of a letdown for me, I believe:..
I hope you end up liking the new version, but I can understand how you feel. Personally I just couldn't stand the way the old version looked (and I don't think the original really needs anything added to it) so for me it's probably going to be a good fit 😀
@@Altercate If you still have the Old Version, please give the Atma Weapon mod installer a shot, using the SNES sprites makes the Old Version basically FF6 if it were remastered in the same way Romancing SaGa 2 and 3 were
@@MaximumAddition That's a great tip! Unfortunately I never bought the old version... :/
Wow, it looks so bad compared to the PSP version from 10 years ago. Wonder why they didn't make it look more modern like Octopath.
Imagine if they do that for the FFVI remake, jesus.
Which also works because it also has multiple protags and cool extra stuff during battle. I wanna see Sabin suplex a train in 2021.
Does it include the after years too?
Unfortunately not! Only the content that was in the SNES version.
I heard some parts from the original game are missing. Is this true?
Not to my knowledge! In terms of story and scenarios, this should be an exact copy of the original. Maybe those people were thinking about stuff that was introduced in the remakes?
@@Altercate I don't actually know, that sounded weird to me! If Square Enix kept every boss and dungeon, that's enough. Thanks!
I cannot understand why the fonts are so small and hard to read in these pixel remastered FF games. Romancing Saga remasters never have this problem and they're rendered beautifully. This game meanwhile can't even get the screen resolutions right.
well, hopefuly there's a remake with ff6 or chrono trigger style of graphics
As cool as these remasters are, so far I personally can't choose any of them over the PSP versions, all of those imo are still the best ways to play 1-4
While I agree, I never pass up an opportunity for a classic Final Fantasy. These pixel remasters also gave me the opportunity to try out Final Fantasy 3 for the first time (I hate the DS remakes with a passion)
@@felixiscrazed7430 that's valid, I'm just more of a stickler for good graphics and adore the remake of 3 lmao
I like the PSP version personally. It's based on the GBA one
@@felixiscrazed7430 yes, the 3D and 2D are different experiences, I wanna try the FF3 pixel remaster.
It looks good but imho adding the non-pixel effect make the game looks a bit weird
Name of the music in 00:33 please
Akash Gandhi - Liquid Time
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@@Altercate Thank you very much, i love you
Solid video
Thank you!
Does titan, leviathan and chocobo have earth, water and wind damage?
I wish it had the item duplication glitch from the SNES version.
I think we need more content, bosses and difficulty adjustments. Most of the remasters only focus on graphics and ignore the gameplay.
How' Edge Ninjutsus? Does he have flood tremor and gale?
Hey!!!
When Square enix make final fantasy iv the after years pixel remaster?????
Do the FF4 PR version ps5 have a Game Plus feature
I still prefer the PSP and 3D version on mobile (3D version on mobile has hard mode unlike the DS version, and like playing on handheld mostly).
But i do like the FF4: PR graphics and music.
After the definitive version being the 3D, all this "pixel remaster" seems lacking
There are three tiers of Final Fantasy 4: extra content, extra difficulty, and classic. If I want extra content, I'll play PSP. If I want difficulty, I'll fire up the DS or PC. This pixel remaster is the definitive edition to play the game as it was originally intended. There's room for all three.
Very true! :)
Idk i still think the SNES version holds and is my go to
The original is still a great game! 😀
I'm really glad to be able to play the 2d version of this game i only got to play the DS version. Playing FF14 made me want to play all the main FF games but 3 and 4 I always wanted to play 2d version of now I can!
Awesome! FF3 especially has SO much stuff that inspired FF14, it's super fun to see!
"Edward still sucks.." lol poor spoony bard gets no love...
Love Edward as a character, don't particularly care for him as a party member lol
I don't like it. I grew up playing the gameboy version and this looks basically the same. The music is good but is this really still a $20 game?? I think the PSP looks better hands down
Thanks for sharing! I can't stand the way the PSP version looks, but I can see why some people prefer it 😀
My favorite Final Fantasy is 3, 4, 7 and 9 with 4 being my number 1. I haven't played this version yet. The ones I played was the SNES, GBA and DS.
DS: I haven't played this in a very long time but I plan on playing it again. I remember liking it the most because of the difficulty. I didn't like the way the characters look though. Especially Rosa, Rydia and the twins. Why does Rosa have a shirt in the opening scene and in the artwork but not ingame?
SNES: The first one I played and the first Final Fantasy I beaten by myself. I enjoyed this version a lot even though I had to endure the slow walk speed.
GBA: This would have been my favorite version if it wasn't too easy. it had party switching and a bonus cave that I was addicted to back then. I was able to use my favorite character Palom and remove Rydia. I heard the PSP version is just the easy GBA but with bug fixes which is disappointing.
It doesn't take eight and a half minutes to say no
Final fantasy 4 is one of my favorites games growing up on the ps1 and wow the story and gameplay blow my mind ❤️
Just came here to see if they kept "spoony bard"
Unfortunately, yes 😅
I'm mostly just looking forward to the FF6 version, which really could be the definitive version of the game.
I hope so! I personally don't feel FF6 needs any extra content, so having a version of the original game with some quality of life improvements, remastered graphics, and rearranged soundtrack should be amazing.
@@Altercate Yeah the new soundtrack has the biggest potential with 6, because it has probably the biggest and best soundtrack (certainly of the 2D games). I also think I'll appreciate the diagonal movement controls a lot more in 6 because it quite complex environments, whereas in the earlier games everything is a lot more simple.
What happend to After Years? Did they jist didnt care for it
Great review and as a boon this unlike the 3D remake doesn't have random broken enemies and bosses where they've gone from fair fights to obscenely aggravating SIMON SAYS or DIE matches. I utterly HATE they did that to FF4 3D remake. The old game as pointed out had like the needle shot punishment shown, it was hard but fair. But in the 3D game if you don't attack with X character(s) using Y (specific action) the entire group will hit the party with a blow so overcharged if the first hit doesn't kill it'll cripple ending battle. And worse it's not just bosses, but random standard dungeon monsters too ending up with a heap of cheap deaths until you can manage what to use when to use and if the ATB will still trigger it right. The pixel remaster is the way to go to get the right experience, not a punch below the belt.
Final Fantasy V Pixel Remaster gonna be the greatest Final Fantasy game of all time.
(I think that FF5 is the best FF on SNES ^^)
I love FF5! Can't wait for the Pixel Remaster to come out on Wednesday 😀
Not a fan of these Pixel Remasters, no bonus dungeons or party-swapping HARD PASS!
Available on consoles now!
thought it was too easy but still enjoyed myself. The remixed music was great.
Definitely one of the easier (if not the easiest) version of FF4! Out of curiosity, have you played the 3D Remake?
@@Altercate I haven’t, though honestly this is the first time I’ve played it since the fan translation something like 20 years ago? :-0
Still a fan.
I asked because the 3D Remake is considerably harder than other versions of the game, so it's a good option for people who are looking for a challenge! That said, I prefer the original version and the Pixel Remaster. I just love the way they look. 😀
@@Altercate Me too!