Nintendo DS · RPG
Final Fantasy IV
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2007 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Matrix Software/Square Enix |
| Publisher | Square Enix |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Final Fantasy |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Matrix Software/Square Enix and published by Square Enix, Final Fantasy IV arrived on the Nintendo DS in 2007 as a role-playing game.
It landed about 3 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2007 include The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass, The World Ends with You and Hotel Dusk: Room 215.
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, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious
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
120 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Enable Metal Weapons in Dark Elf's cave (No Magnetized) | 220CC13F
00000000 |
|---|---|
| Enable Secret Bosses | 220CC192
00000001 |
| Max HP/MP | 0206BB38
E1A00001 |
| Big Chocobo Always Visible | 220CC140
00000001 |
| Enable Secret Bosses (Version 2) | 220CC192
00000001
220CBEE4
00000001 |
| Equipment Restriction Lifted | 1207EDC4
00000001
1207EDD8
00000001 |
Final Fantasy IV walkthroughs & guides
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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
When did Final Fantasy IV come out on the DS?
Final Fantasy IV was released for the Nintendo DS in 2007.
Who made Final Fantasy IV?
It was developed by Matrix Software/Square Enix and published by Square Enix.
Is Final Fantasy IV multiplayer?
Yes. Final Fantasy IV supports up to 2 players.
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.