Nintendo DS · RPG
Final Fantasy IV
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Matrix Software/Square Enix |
| Publisher | Square |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Final Fantasy |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 9 |
Developed by Matrix Software/Square Enix and published by Square, Final Fantasy IV arrived on the Nintendo DS as a role-playing game. This DS release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991.
It is part of the Final Fantasy series; on the DS you can also try Final Fantasy XII: Revenant Wings, Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes of Light and Final Fantasy IV. The series also appears on other systems with Final Fantasy VII (PS1) and Final Fantasy VIII (PS1).
Final Fantasy IV supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the DS's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Final Fantasy IV is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Final Fantasy IV cheats & codes
10 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Infinite Gil | 020D8118
0098967F |
|---|---|
| Always have max gold | 020D8118
00FFFFFF |
| Max Item On Usage (In-Battle) | 5207FCF4
E5C40003
0207FCF8
E3A00063
D2000000
00000000 |
| Infinite Item Usage (In-Battle) | 5207FCF4
E5C40003
0207FCFC
00000000
D2000000
00000000 |
| Max Item On Usage | 520EA294
E1A05000
020EA298
E3A00063
D2000000
00000000 |
| Infinite Item Usage | 529EA294
E1A05000
020EA2A4
E2400000
D2000000
00000000 |
Final Fantasy IV walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Final Fantasy IV.
If you like Final Fantasy IV, the Matrix also picks…
Final Fantasy Tactics Advance Classic
Final Fantasy VI Classic Co-op
Final Fantasy Adventure Classic
Final Fantasy III Deep cut
Final Fantasy VII Classic
Final Fantasy VIII Classic
Playing DS games today
Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.
Final Fantasy IV FAQ
Who made Final Fantasy IV?
It was developed by Matrix Software/Square Enix and published by Square.
Is Final Fantasy IV multiplayer?
Yes. Final Fantasy IV supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Final Fantasy IV take to play?
As a role-playing game, Final Fantasy IV typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Final Fantasy IV on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.