# FINAL FANTASY II — The Ultimate Pixel Remaster

> Classic 2D pixel remaster RPG with unique skill progression and updated gameplay. (iPhone/iPad app by SQUARE ENIX.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/final-fantasy-ii/id1492041252 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SQUARE ENIX](https://appshunter.io/developer/300186801)
- Category: Games, Role Playing
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 96 App Store ratings · 82 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 398 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 2 more
- Released: 2021-07-28
- Data updated: 2026-09-04
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/final-fantasy-ii/id1492041252/reviews.md

## What is FINAL FANTASY II?

A remodeled 2D take on the second 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. 

Our epic tale begins with four young souls orphaned during the struggle between the Palamecian Empire and the rebel army. On their journey, the youths join forces with the white wizard Minwu, Prince Gordon of Kashuan, Leila the pirate, and many others. Behold the beautiful and sometimes tragic twists of fate that await you on your adventure.

FFII introduced a unique skill level system that strengthens different attributes of the characters depending on their fighting style instead of leveling up. Use the key terms you learn in conversation to unlock new information and progress in the story. 

This innovative game series takes an ambitious turn in this second installment in the FINAL FANTASY series!

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■ Beautifully revived with new graphics and sound!
・Universally updated 2D pixel graphics, including the iconic FINAL FANTASY character pixel designs created by Kazuko Shibuya, the original artist and current collaborator.
・Beautifully rearranged soundtrack in a faithful FINAL FANTASY style, overseen by original composer Nobuo Uematsu.

■Improved gameplay!
・Including modernized UI, auto-battle options, and more.
・Also supports game pad controls, making it possible to play using a dedicated gamepad UI when connecting a gamepad to your device.
・Switch the soundtrack between the rearranged version, created for the pixel remaster, or the original version, capturing the sound of the original game.
・Now possible to switch between different fonts, including the default font and a pixel-based font based on the atmosphere of the original game.
・Additional boost features to expand gameplay options, including switching off random encounters and adjusting experience gained multipliers between 0 and 4.
・Dive into the world of the game with supplemental extras like the bestiary, illustration gallery, and music player.

*One-time purchase. The app will not require any additional payments to play through the game after the initial purchase and subsequent download.
*This remaster is based on the original "FINAL FANTASY II" game released in 1988. Features and/or content may differ from previously rereleased versions of the game.

[OS Compatibility]
iOS 13.0 or higher

[Applicable Devices]
iPhone 6s, iPod touch (7th generation), iPad (5th generation), iPad Air 2, iPad mini 4 and higher

## Key features

- Remodeled 2D pixel graphics
- Rearranged soundtrack
- Unique skill level system
- Modernized UI and auto-battle
- Gamepad support
- Adjustable experience multipliers
- Bestiary, illustration gallery, music player

## Chart rankings

- #182 in Top Paid · Role Playing (US App Store)

## What do users think of FINAL FANTASY II?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎶 Fantastic music/soundtrack
- ✨ Beautiful pixel graphics
- 🗺️ Maps available in dungeons/towns
- 🚀 Boost/speed-up features
- 👍 Auto-battle option
- 🕹️ Improved controls/tap to move
- 💯 Good re-balancing/easier progression
- 💾 Cloud save functionality
- 💰 Quadruple Gil/experience boost

**Cons**

- 🖱️ Lack of controller support
- 📉 High encounter rate
- 🐛 Status effects 100% of the time
- 🧐 Missing original content (Soul of Rebirth, Arcane Labyrinth)
- 📏 Small font size
- 😵 Choppy scrolling
- 📱 Unplayable on small screens (iPhone)
- 🔄 Inconsistent visual/audio fidelity
- 💸 Perceived as expensive/money grab
- 🚫 No option to switch to original music

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes when using Raise spell
- Save data disappearing
- Last achievement not unlocking
- Game crashes when spamming white mage spells
- Snowcraft mini game not working
- No sound on opening screen/overall
- Enemy status effects always apply
- Choppy scrolling
- Last achievement (Master of II) bugged

**Most requested features**

- Add controller support (especially Backbone)
- Add Soul of Rebirth mode
- Add Arcane Labyrinth
- Adjustable font size/options
- Option to switch to original music
- Fix achievement bugs
- Add difficulty slider
- Port to consoles

## Recent user reviews (10 of 82)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/final-fantasy-ii/id1492041252/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Choppy scrolling

*2026-01-06, version 1.2.2*

An issue across all of these remasters. The choppy scrolling hurts my eyes and renders these version unplayable for me. It’s unfortunate, as these have the potential to be the best versions of these games

### 1/5 — Controller support

*2025-11-01, version 1.2.2*

Controller support

### 3/5 — BGMについて

*2025-10-20*

BGMをリマスターとオリジナルで切り替えできるようになったのは良いが、戦闘シーンAとBのオリジナル(ワンダースワン版のもの)が入ってないのが残念。

### 4/5 — ブラッドソード

*2025-09-05*

ファミコンでプレイしたFF2を携帯で出来るのが嬉しくて購入しました。熟練度システムは、ファミコン版でやったパーティアタックをしなくても成長していくので、無理なく最後まで行けると思います。ただブラッドソードを竜巻後にも取りに行けるようになっていたら星5でした。ま、ブラッドソードがなくてもラスボスはFF史上最弱なのは変わりませんが。

### 5/5 — How about you show some spine?

*2025-07-07*

First thing, I may have messed up a little bit, but not as much as you I would like to play this game with a Backbone. I hope one day soon cause I don’t understand why it’s not already set up for this. My apologies for the inconvenience, but it is inconvenient considering the first game I downloaded in hopes that my fat fingers would be in the way with true love for Final Fantasy

### 3/5 — やっぱりアレが欲しい

*2025-03-13*

ゲーム自体は面白いんだけど、やっぱり、ソウルオブリバースと秘紋の迷宮を搭載して欲しい。

### 2/5 — Impressive remake - however

*2025-02-27*

I want to start by saying Final Fantasy II is by far my favorite out of the whole series because I grew up playing it wayyy too much. 

With that being said there’s many things they have done right, such as fantastic music, new animations for magic abilities (especially ultima which really needed it from the original lol) however  there are a few things I don’t remember being in the original. 

Those being status effects guaranteed to hit you unless you are very high level, the ATROCIOUS “Rng” battles (literally a fight every few steps), and the most important of them all - and the reason why I gave 2 stars - THERES NO SOUL OF REBIRTH MODE. If I’m paying $10 for a 20 year old game remastered you should at least throw in the modes that were in the original. It’s such a shame and feels scammy not to include it. 

Ps. I think post lv10 thunder animation on the original version is better than the remastered.

### 4/5 — Achievements

*2025-02-22, version 1.1.0*

Last achievements isn t on! I did complete every expect a last. Please make update it in all FF 1-6 pixel remastered. Thank

### 5/5 — 楽しい。

*2025-02-10*

始めたばかりだけど、楽しい。

ブースト機能は絶対使わないほうが楽しいと思う。と、いうか使うとゲームが台無しになるのではと思った。

1でブーストマックスで使ってたら、なんの苦労もなくゲームが進み、まったく面白くなかった。
ああ…ゲームってのは適度な難易度があるのが楽しいんだなあと実感した。
楽しむためにゲームしてるんだからね。

音楽も素晴らしい。

ただ、疲れてるから代金を高くする宿屋は変だと思う。
「君は疲れてないから安くて良いよ」「君はすごく疲れてるから宿代高くするね」というホテルがあったらウケますわw

### 3/5 — iPadだと…

*2024-12-14*

見づらいです。
画面全体にモザイクがかかった動画を見ている感じで、しばらくプレイしてても慣れません。iPhone位の画面サイズならそこまでみづらくはないのですが。

でも音楽のアレンジも素晴らしいです。

## Frequently asked questions about FINAL FANTASY II

### What is FINAL FANTASY II Pixel Remaster?

This is a remodeled 2D version of the classic FINAL FANTASY II game, featuring updated pixel graphics, a rearranged soundtrack, and improved gameplay. It tells the story of four young orphans caught in a war between an empire and a rebel army.

### What are the key gameplay features?

The game introduces a unique skill level system where character attributes improve based on their fighting style, rather than traditional leveling. It also includes modernized UI, auto-battle options, gamepad support, and the ability to switch between original and rearranged soundtracks.

### How much does FINAL FANTASY II Pixel Remaster cost?

The game is a one-time purchase. After the initial purchase and download, there are no additional payments required to play through the entire game.

### What devices is FINAL FANTASY II Pixel Remaster compatible with?

The game requires iOS 13.0 or higher and is compatible with devices such as iPhone 6s, iPod touch (7th generation), iPad (5th generation), iPad Air 2, iPad mini 4, and newer models.

### Can I turn off random encounters in the game?

Yes, the game includes boost features that allow you to switch off random encounters. You can also adjust experience gained multipliers between 0 and 4 to customize your gameplay experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.2 — 2025-05-27

＊Minor bugs have been fixed.

### 1.2.1 — 2025-03-28

＊Minor bugs have been fixed.

### 1.2.0 — 2025-03-11

＊A “BGM source” option has been added to the config screen. This allows you to select between the special “arrangement” BGM made for this version of the game or the “original” versions in the style of the original game. In addition, both versions of the music can be listened to from the sound player.
＊A “Font type” option has been added to the config screen. This allows you to select between the “modern” font made for this version of the game or the “classic” font in the style of the original game.
＊Some improvements have been made to UI and controls.
＊Fixed a bug where a specific achievement can sometimes not be acquired after fulfilling the requirements.
＊Minor bugs have been fixed.

### 1.1.0 — 2024-01-30

■ Major new features
*Assistance features have been added to the config. menu. These new features open up a wide variety of gameplay possibilities. They offer options such as applying a x0 to x4 modifier to the ratios by which status or skill levels increase by, or to the amount of gil obtained. 
*Support for game pads. It is now possible to play using a dedicated gamepad UI by connecting a gamepad to your device.
> Game behaviour may experience instability on some lower-spec devices. 
*A button to change the standard movement speed has been added. Switching this button to the "on" position will change the default movement speed to running speed.
> In tap based movement mode the character controlled will always run as the default speed when moving.
■ Additions and alterations to game menus
*The characteristic Magic Interference has been added to characters status. This characteristic can be altered by changing equipment. The lower the value is, the higher the chance of magic hitting or succeeding will be. 
■ Other changes and adjustments
*It is now possible to skip scenes during the ending.
*Some changes and adjustments have been made to game graphics.
*Some changes and adjustments have been made to sound effects.
*Several bugs have been fixed.

### 1.0.4 — 2022-08-24

Bringing you the main content of the update.
■ Alterations relating to battles
*It has been made easier for the number of times a character evades (evade rate) to increase .
*The chances of some enemies escaping has been reduced.
*A visual effect was added where the screen flashes if an allied character’s attack scores a critical hit.
*The time taken when transitioning between screens after escaping from battle has been reduced.
*The command “Swap” is now no longer selected when using auto-battle.

■ Alterations relating to maps and events
*Alterations have been made so that weapons and armour are sorted into attack (or defence) power order within their type category when using the auto-sort function on the menu screen.
*Changes have been made so that the mini map is immediately displayed in the top right of the screen after moving to a new map.
*The default cursor position when selecting to stay at an inn has been changed to the “yes” option.
*The graphics for destroyed towns on the world map have been altered to make them look more natural.

■ Bug fixes
The following bugs have been fixed.
We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience that these issues may have caused.

＜Battle related issues＞
*Sometimes it was not possible to correctly evade an enemy follow-up attack.
*Sometimes the special effect from “Aura” that enhances attacks against specific enemy types would not be correctly applied, resulting in the damage inflicted being too low.
*The effects of “Aura” and “Wall” would not degrade when used on all targets. This has been fixed so that the effect is now one magic level lower when casting on all targets than it would be if cast on a single target.
*Sometimes a character with a weapon equipped in each hand would make their second attack against a different enemy if the first attack reduced the target to 0 HP. This has been fixed so the second attack will always target the same enemy.

＜Map and event related/ other issues＞
*Sometimes it was possible to perform specific inputs when disembarking from a boat, that resulted in the characters disembarking into the sea and preventing further progress.
*Sometimes some event scenes would not display properly under specific circumstances.
*Some graphics were not displayed in a suitable manner.
*Under specific circumstances character behaviour and graphical presentation would act unnaturally.
*Some BGM and SFX were not played correctly.

Fixes to other minor bugs.
Further updates are planned in future.

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