Square Enix has released an illustration commemorating the 35th anniversary of Final Fantasy IV, which initially released on July 19th, 1991. Illustrator Rika Okazaki brings the piece to life.
Check out the illustration for the major anniversary of Final Fantasy IV below:
Final Fantasy IV is playable via the Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster, available now on PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, iOS, Android, and PC. The Steam page describes Final Fantasy IV as follows:
A remodeled 2D take on the fourth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics. All the magic of the original, with improved ease of play.
The Kingdom of Baron sent their elite airship fleet, the Red Wings, to attack the surrounding countries. Distressed by his mission, Cecil, a dark knight and captain of the Red Wings, decides to fight against the tyrannical Baron with his trusted friend and his paramour at his side. In his search for the crystals, Cecil must travel over land, under the ground, to the Land of Summons, and even to the moon. Join forces with Kain the dragoon, Rosa the white mage, Rydia the summoner, and many more skilled allies.
FFIV is the first title to introduce the dynamic “Active Time Battle” system, where time moves even during battle, giving the players an exciting sense of urgency.Thanks to the wide appeal of the game, this revolutionary system would be implemented in many future titles in the series.
Witness the dramatic story and dynamic battles in this fourth installment of the FINAL FANTASY series!
