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Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake) included in the GOG Preservation Program

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Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake) included in the GOG Preservation Program
Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake) is now included in the GOG Preservation Program, available DRM-free for Windows. The inclusion of the role-playing game in the program is intended to ensure reliable compatibility with Windows personal computers in the future.

Originally launched for Nintendo DS in 2007, the 3D polygonal reimagining of the Super Nintendo turn-based role-playing game was developed by Matrix Software. The remake introduces voice acting in cutscenes, new animated sequences, and a music player to listen to the arranged soundtrack.

Music for the remake is composed by Nobuo Uematsu, arranged by Junya Nakano and Kenichiro Fukui. The in-game Music Box feature allows for playback of those music tracks already encountered in the game, supplemented by fourth-wall breaking commentary by playable character Edward, the "spoony bard."


Prior to the launch of the Nintendo DS title, record label BMG JAPAN published "Tsukino Akari: Final Fantasy IV: Theme of Love" on compact disc, bundled with a promotional movie on Blu-ray.

The vocal track revisiting Uematsu's romantic theme is performed by Megumi Ida, with lyrics by director Takashi Tokita. Last year, the vocalist uploaded a piano arrangement to YouTube, celebrating the 34th anniversary of the original game's launch.

Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake) and direct sequel Final Fantasy IV: The After Years are available for iOS and Android devices, the Apple Arcade subscription platform, and Windows through Steam. The 52-track Nintendo DS soundtrack is streaming on YouTube Music.


From the GOG.com product page:
The title first debuted in 1991 as the fourth installment in the FINAL FANTASY series. Wildly popular thanks to its unique characters and dramatic storylines, it went on to be ported to many different platforms.

FINAL FANTASY IV was the first title to introduce the Active Time Battle (ATB) system, which has become synonymous with the series. It also saw the introduction of the Augment system, which enabled the transfer of abilities from other characters and gave players an edge in battles.
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