# FF IV: THE AFTER YEARS+

> Epic fantasy RPG sequel with 3D remake, multiple story paths, and lunar-influenced combat. (iPhone/iPad app by SQUARE ENIX.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ff-iv-the-after-years-plus/id6504608150 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SQUARE ENIX](https://appshunter.io/developer/300186801)
- Category: Games, Role Playing
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 28 App Store ratings · 15 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 595 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 2 more
- Released: 2024-12-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ff-iv-the-after-years-plus/id6504608150/reviews.md

## What is FF IV?

FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS is available on Apple Arcade!

With a full 3-D remake, FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS can now be played as never before. Take part in the epic sequel that unfolds many years after the events of FINAL FANTASY IV. Classic characters make their return alongside several new heroes, such as Ceodore, son of Cecil and Rosa.

- Ten Playable Tales
Begin your journey with "Ceodore's Tale." Complete it to unlock the tales of six additional characters, which can be played in any order, and then return to the core story with "Kain's Tale," "The Lunarian's Tale," and "The Crystals." A total of ten tales in all, and all contained in FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS.

- Active Time Battle
Take control of exhilarating combat made possible by the non-stop action in Square Enix's iconic battle system.

- Lunar Phases
Feel the moon's presence in combat, as its waxing and waning influences the potency of attacks and abilities of all combatants. Lunar phases cycle naturally with the passage of in-game time, or when resting at an inn, tent, or cottage.

- Band Abilities
Combine the strength of your party members to awesome effect with Band abilities that can be unlocked through in-game events or by leveling your characters' Affinity.

- Minimap
Keep an eye on your current location and nearby surroundings, or tap for quick access to the world map.

- Game Center Support
Step up to meet all-new challenges offered by dozens of achievements.

- Cloud save compatible.

STORY
Seventeen years have passed since the war's end, and the son born to King Cecil and Queen Rosa of Baron has grown into a young man. Prince Ceodore has enlisted in the airship fleet known as the Red Wings, eager to meet the expectations demanded of his blood and station. Yet once more another moon has appeared in the sky, and with it vast hordes of monsters intent on destruction. The brief peace enjoyed by the Blue Planet now stands threatened under the shadow of impending catastrophe.

## Key features

- Full 3D remake
- Ten playable tales
- Active Time Battle system
- Lunar phase influences
- Band Abilities
- Minimap and world map
- Game Center achievements

## Recent user reviews (10 of 15)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ff-iv-the-after-years-plus/id6504608150/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Add Apple TV support, so many Square games need it

*2026-03-15*

Great to get a chance to relive the story aftermath of Final Fantasy 4

### 3/5 — Controller support!

*2025-08-19*

Having controller support would make playing this game a lot easier

### 5/5 — Controller Support Please!

*2025-07-23*

Please and thank you 🙏🏼

### 5/5 — Need on backbone

*2025-06-09*

I need it on backbone so I can use the controller thanks so much

### 3/5 — 3d port too easy

*2025-02-16*

I get that significant cuts to the challenging content had to be made to do this 3d port, but both the final boss and the 4 optional superbosses are way too easy. I dropped Lunar Bahamut in 3 hits. Then I had nothing to use the reward on except an extremely weak final boss. 

I read about all these optional challenge dungeons in the 2d version that were cut from the 3d port, and that the original final dungeon was much bigger and contained way more bosses. So I was pretty disappointed to only find 4 optional bosses, no bonus dungeons, and a final boss that I was able to one shot. 

These are just criticisms of the 3d port. The story is incredible. FF4 was the first RPG I ever played as a child and I’ve replayed it throughout my life. Finally playing the sequel at 38 was very satisfying and nostalgic. The story did an excellent job of developing beloved characters even further and bringing an extremely cool dark sci-fi twist to all the well worn but well executed fantasy tropes inherent to FF4. I may just have to play the 2d version on an emulator to get the full experience. This is a fun playthrough, but don’t expect too much of a challenge.

If you are having trouble with the endgame bosses for whatever reason, just get the limit ring and use the party needed to save Golbez for the difficult battles. That formation has a ton of powerful band attacks, the ultimate white and black magic, and excellent, tanky support. The vibra plus band can easily get to 99999 with the limit ring and only ties up two characters, leaving 3 for support. This is how I dropped lunar Bahamut in 3 hits and each phase of the final boss in one.

### 1/5 — Terrible final boss

*2025-02-07*

One of the things I hate most about Final Fantasy games is when the final boss is exponentially harder than the rest of the game. Seems the only way to beat it is if I grind forever, which could take me as much time to do as the rest of the game combined. And every time I die I have to sit through all the unskippable dialogue. It’s really stupid and takes all the fun out of the game. Boo.

### 3/5 — FF IV

*2025-01-23*

So far I like the game but it would be better with controller support!!!

### 5/5 — Ótima continuação

*2025-01-23*

Jogo cumpre bem objetivo de dar sequência ao jogo principal e acrescenta vários personagens novos na história. Exige um pouco de grind na etapa final, mas nada de absurdo. Ótimo jogo!

### 5/5 — Needs instructions

*2025-01-08*

I enjoyed 4, and assumed the controls would be the same. They are not. Specifically the Auto battle, which apparently uses whatever command you last used, rather than being preset to attack. I’m not sure why other reviews are complaining about controller support, the controller works just fine. And for the person complaining about it not being on Apple TV, just screen mirror the phone to your Apple TV and use the controller. I’m gonna change my review from 4 to 5 stars to help counteract reviews made by people who don’t know what they are talking about.

### 5/5 — Шедевр)))

*2024-12-28*

Огонь))))

## Frequently asked questions about FF IV

### What is the story of FF IV: THE AFTER YEARS+?

FF IV: THE AFTER YEARS+ continues the story of FINAL FANTASY IV seventeen years later. It focuses on Prince Ceodore, son of Cecil and Rosa, as a new moon brings forth monsters and threatens the world.

### How many stories are in FF IV: THE AFTER YEARS+?

There are a total of ten playable tales in FF IV: THE AFTER YEARS+. You begin with 'Ceodore's Tale' and unlock six additional character tales, followed by 'Kain's Tale,' 'The Lunarian's Tale,' and 'The Crystals.'

### Does FF IV: THE AFTER YEARS+ have offline gameplay?

The description mentions cloud save compatibility, implying online connectivity for saving progress. However, it does not explicitly state whether the game can be played entirely offline.

### What is the Active Time Battle system in FF IV: THE AFTER YEARS+?

The Active Time Battle system is Square Enix's iconic battle system that features non-stop action, allowing for exhilarating combat sequences during gameplay.

### How do Lunar Phases affect combat in FF IV: THE AFTER YEARS+?

Lunar phases influence the potency of attacks and abilities for all combatants. These phases cycle naturally with in-game time or when resting at an inn, tent, or cottage.

### What are Band Abilities in FF IV: THE AFTER YEARS+?

Band Abilities allow you to combine the strength of your party members for powerful effects. They can be unlocked through in-game events or by leveling your characters' Affinity.

### What is the age rating for FF IV: THE AFTER YEARS+?

FF IV: THE AFTER YEARS+ has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger players and families.

### How often is FF IV: THE AFTER YEARS+ updated?

The latest version is 1.0.8, and it was last updated on March 3, 2025. This suggests a relatively active update schedule from the developer.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.8 — 2025-03-03

Now supports analog stick.

### 1.0.7 — 2024-12-09

Fixed minor bugs.

### 1.0.6 — 2024-10-24

No release notes.

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