The iconic role-playing game, Breath of Fire IV, has made a triumphant return to PC, 25 years after its initial debut. Originally launched on the PlayStation in Japan and North America in 2000, and later in Europe in 2001, the game saw a PC port in Europe and Japan in 2003. The storyline centers on Ryu, a man with the unique ability to transform into a dragon, who joins forces with other warriors to thwart an emperor's destructive ambitions.
As part of its Preservation Program, GOG has meticulously updated Breath of Fire IV to ensure compatibility with modern PCs, offering a DRM-free version on its platform. This enhanced release is fully optimized for Windows 10 and 11, featuring both English and Japanese localizations. The game boasts improved graphics, thanks to an upgraded DirectX renderer, alongside new display options such as Windowed Mode, V-Sync, Anti-Aliasing, and refined gamma correction for enhanced visuals. Additionally, the audio engine has been upgraded, restoring missing environmental sounds and introducing new configuration options for an immersive experience.
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Breath of Fire IV isn't the only classic game to be revitalized on GOG today. Alongside it, several other titles have been preserved and made available through the Preservation Program. The full list includes:
- Ultima Underworld 1+2
- Ultima 9: Ascension
- Worlds of Ultima: The Savage Empire
- Ultima Worlds of Adventure 2: Martian Dreams
- Worms: Armageddon
- Robin Hood: The Legend of Sherwood
- Realms of the Haunting
- Tex Murphy: Under a Killing Moon
- Stonekeep
This comprehensive update not only brings back Breath of Fire IV but also ensures that the entire Ultima series is now preserved and accessible on GOG, offering gamers a chance to relive these classics on modern systems.
