# FF IV: THE AFTER YEARS

> Sequel to Final Fantasy IV with 3D remake, multiple tales, and unique combat mechanics. (iPhone/iPad app by SQUARE ENIX Co., Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ff-iv-the-after-years/id683029090 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SQUARE ENIX Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/300186801)
- Category: Games, Adventure, Role Playing
- Price: $14.99
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 195 App Store ratings · 146 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 591 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 2 more
- Released: 2013-11-25
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ff-iv-the-after-years/id683029090/reviews.md

## What is FF IV?

FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS is available on iPhone, iPad!

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.

- Widescreen Support
Enjoy fullscreen display on iPhone 5, iPhone 5s, and iPhone 5c.

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 3-D remake
- Ten playable tales
- Active Time Battle system
- Lunar phase combat influence
- Band Abilities
- Minimap and world map

## What do users think of FF IV?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 📖 Deep and engaging storyline with multiple character perspectives
- 🎨 Good graphics quality and visual improvements over original
- 🎮 Solid gameplay mechanics and battle system
- 👥 Large character selection with unique abilities and bands
- 🎵 Music and audio design (when working properly)
- 💾 Successful port to iOS platform
- 🎯 Great fan service for Final Fantasy IV enthusiasts

**Cons**

- 🎮 No controller/gamepad support (most critical issue)
- 🔊 Missing voice acting compared to FF4
- 🔁 Repetitive dungeon revisits and grinding requirements
- 📉 Game feels incomplete compared to other versions
- ⚠️ Inconsistent difficulty and balance issues
- 🎵 Missing or silent background music in some areas
- 💰 High price point for mobile game
- 📱 Screen size issues on modern phones
- 🎮 Clunky joystick/navigation controls

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Sound/music not working on some devices
- Game crashes during specific story segments (Luca character issues)
- Save points disappearing after extended play
- Targeting system malfunction with Dance and Jive abilities
- Equipment not displaying properly after battle
- Missing content from bonus dungeons and final dungeon bosses
- Rare tail monster spawn issues tied to moon phases
- Missing bonus tails despite purchase
- Game freezes and crashes on certain iOS versions

**Most requested features**

- Controller/gamepad support (Bluetooth, MFi, Backbone)
- Cloud save functionality across devices
- Voice acting for cutscenes
- Original SNES music option
- Challenge dungeons from other versions
- Bonus bosses and cameo encounters
- Full screen support for modern devices
- iCloud backup feature
- Original sprite graphics option
- Auto-leveling system for characters
- Retina display support for iPad

## Recent user reviews (10 of 146)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ff-iv-the-after-years/id683029090/reviews.md

### 1/5 — How is this game not supporting controller??

*2024-12-21, version 1.0.5*

The Apple Arcade version does support controller this is super annoying.

### 3/5 — Fun, but a bit too easy

*2024-05-30*

If you’re a Final Fantasy veteran, you’ll probably get through 80 percent of this game on auto battle like I did. This game also makes heavy use of the underground waterway between Kaipo and Damcyan, which gets a little dull. I also could’ve done without the Edward storyline, as he’s still the weakest and therefore most inconsequential character. (His hover car is missing here, and that was the most useful thing about him in the first game!) A character I had been building gets killed off near the end of the game, which forced me to grind to get through. This is an apparently low budget project, as there isn’t much new material here. Still, this game is worth playing if you’re a Final Fantasy fan.

### 4/5 — Fun, but a bit too easy

*2024-05-26*

If you’re a Final Fantasy veteran, you’ll probably get through 80 percent of this game on auto battle like I did. This game also makes heavy use of the underground waterway between Kaipo and Damcyan, which gets a little dull. I also could’ve done without the Edward storyline, as he’s still the weakest and therefore most inconsequential character. (His hover car is missing here, and that was the most useful thing about him in the first game!) Still, this game is worth playing if you’re a Final Fantasy fan.

### 3/5 — Really??

*2024-03-01, version 1.0.5*

No controller support but the other one has it -

### 4/5 — Fr4 after years

*2023-12-17, version 1.0.5*

Please add controller support

### 2/5 — Repetitive and annoying

*2023-11-19*

As a longtime admirer of almost all Final Fantasy games this one is a pass.  It’s got one interesting factor that a Rydia look-a-like is taking all the crystals. But you hear the same thing in different stories too many times. I lost interest during Parom’s story. You play the past and realise it’s not going anywhere.  By now there should never be a replay of the past. Any items and building of characters’ power is pointless.  It doesn’t seem to add to the story.  It distracts the player and takes away interest.  This is not a game I would ever suggest to anyone.

### 5/5 — 2023

*2023-09-08*

픽샐 리마스터도 나름 할민한데 역시 3d가 더 니은듯  특히 이동시에 건물 입체감도있고 옛날도트 그대로 만든거보단 이게 훨씬 나은듯 리뷰가 이상해서 걱잔햇는데 다운 잘되고 이동 편하고 모든게 만족스러움 개인적으론 파판 전 시리즈중 이게 초반몰입도가 최고높은듯 참고로 4는 픽샐마스터로 샀는데 초반 몰입이 너무 안되서 차라리 후속편을 3d로 해보고 과거를 즐기면 어떨까해서 과감히 질럿는데 대성공한듯 전작도 다시할맘생기고 돈벌은듯 ㅎ

### 3/5 — 아이패드에서 재구매하라고 나옵니다

*2023-05-24*

예전에 파이널판타지4 번들세트로 구매해서 아이폰 아이패드에서 잘 이용하고 있었는데 갑자기 아이패드에서 달의 귀환만 재구매가 나옵니다 파판4는 아이폰 아이패드 모두 다 잘 되구요 담당자님 보고 계시면 수정 부탁드려요 어디다 글을 남겨야할지 몰라 남겨봅니다

### 4/5 — Additional support

*2023-05-19, version 1.0.5*

This thing is great! I often remote into my PlayStation to play games, it would be cool if you did support for the final fantasy games in the App Store though. Either way, solid product!

### 4/5 — 작은꼬리 14개

*2023-03-28*

4를 깨면 작은꼬리 14개 받고 시작한다는데
안받아져서 아직 시작을 못하고있습니다.

## Frequently asked questions about FF IV

### What is FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS?

This is an epic sequel to the original FINAL FANTASY IV, presented in a full 3-D remake. It continues the story many years after the events of the first game, introducing new characters alongside familiar faces.

### How many stories are in this game?

The game features a total of ten tales. You begin with 'Ceodore's Tale' and can unlock six additional character tales that can be played in any order. Finally, you return to the core story with 'Kain's Tale,' 'The Lunarian's Tale,' and 'The Crystals.'

### What are the unique combat features?

Combat utilizes the classic Active Time Battle system. A unique mechanic is the Lunar Phases, where the moon's cycle naturally influences the potency of attacks and abilities for all characters in battle.

### Is this game compatible with my device?

The game is available on iPhone and iPad. It also offers widescreen support for specific iPhone models like the iPhone 5, 5s, and 5c, ensuring a full-screen display.

### What is the cost of the game?

FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS is a premium application. Based on the provided information, it is a one-time purchase with no in-app purchases or advertisements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.8 — 2025-03-03

Support for game pads.

### 1.0.5 — 2021-04-02

-Game data can now be saved to the cloud.
-Small bugs have been fixed.

### 1.0.3 — 2015-07-16

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

64-bit support added.

### 1.0.2 — 2014-09-04

Support for the following languages has been added:
- German
- Italian
- Spanish
- Russian
- Portuguese
- Thai
- Chinese (Simplified/Traditional)

Fixed minor bugs.

### 1.0.1 — 2014-01-20

The following bugs have been addressed:
- The Spirit and Soul monsters now appear in the Bestiary for Rydia's Tale.
- The Gray Bomb, Bomb, and Cockatrice monsters now appear in the Bestiary for Edge's Tale.
- Players now exit to the proper location when leaving Chocobo Forest near Mount Ordeals.
- Golbez and Fusoya spelling errors have been corrected.
- Dualcast is now correctly affected by moon phases.
- Various other minor bugs

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