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Breath of Fire IV

7.6 based on 10 reviews Read critic reviews How did we calculate this? based on 10 votes Read user comments Rate this game

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PUBLISHER:	Capcom Entertainment
DEVELOPER:	Capcom Entertainment
GENRE(S):	Role-Playing Game
PLAYERS:	1
ESRB RATING:	T (Teen)
RELEASE DATE:	December 4, 2000

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100

GamePro

BF IV's fantastic voyage and cool play techniques will keep fans of the series and newbies alike riveted for days.

90

Antagonist

Beautiful sprite-based graphics and an interesting experience system offset a confusing story and bland battles in this retelling of the tale of Ryu.

88

Daily Radar

Breath of Fire IV is no exception, compensating for its minor narrative and graphical flaws with watertight gameplay and a huge helping of old-fashioned role-playing charm.

83

PSX Nation

Fans will love its cruelty toward the good guys, but newcomers will want to rent to see if its reliance on "Tomba"-like skill collecting and fishing carry it over its rough spots.

83

Game Revolution

The new battle system and improved graphics mixed with solid features from the past make for a seriously addictive game. Great for old school vets and newbies alike.

82

IGN

What makes these games so enjoyable is the gameplay.

80

Hot Games

Packs more playability into one disc than some RPGs do with three. A true sleeper.

80

CNET Gamecenter

With an excellent story line, interesting characters, dazzling visuals, and distinct soundtrack, Breath of Fire IV is well worth the time of any RPG fan who's looking for a mature gaming experience.

75

GameSpot

As solid a game as any of its predecessors.

70

Happy Puppy

Nothing less than a solid role-playing game with old-school style and flair.

The average user rating for this game is 7.6 (out of 10) based on 10 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

Lazlo gave it a10:
No matter how good it's predecessors (or antecessors, if you will) were, this game trounces them all. If you want a game that makes the FF series cry in shame, then look no further for legendary graphics and gameplay that will strike deep within you and hold you forever.

Kevin D. gave it a10:
Its got everything I love about japanese rpg's, beautifuly drawn sprite graphics, a wonderful score & fantastic gameplay. A proper gem of a game.

EmPee gave it a5:
Play Breath of Fire III instead. It's much more enjoyable and does things better.

Wes G. gave it a5:
Amazing sprite graphics do little to redeem this incredibly slow-paced step backwards for the Breath of Fire series. Much of the gameplay is made up of dIsjointed wandering from one pointless mission to the next, with no cohesive storyline to drive the action. The battles are very pretty, but with the multiple dragons of past BOF games gone, much of the appeal is lost. Add boring, familiar characters to the mix, and you've got a waste of time and money. Get Breath of Fire III instead.

Juancho P. gave it a10:
its the best game ever. I finished it over and over and over again. about 7 times already and i never get bored doing it!

Stuart J. gave it a 9:
A brilliant rpg with a great story and memorable music but it isn't nearly as good as final fantasy 7,8,9 and 10.

Mark L. gave it a 9:
The best game for the playstation there is no competetion even final fantasy 6,7,8,9 arent as good.

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