The classic RPG, 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, followed by a European release in 2001, the game also saw a PC port in Europe and Japan in 2003. The storyline follows Ryu, a protagonist with the unique ability to transform into a dragon, who joins forces with other warriors to thwart an emperor's destructive ambitions.
Under GOG's ongoing Preservation Program, Breath of Fire IV has been meticulously updated for today's PCs and is now available DRM-free on the platform. This enhanced version boasts full optimization for modern systems, ensuring compatibility with Windows 10 and 11. It includes both English and Japanese localizations, and features upgraded graphics thanks to an improved DirectX renderer. Players can enjoy new display options such as Windowed Mode, V-Sync, Anti-Aliasing, and enhanced gamma correction for superior visuals. The audio experience has also been enriched with restored environmental sounds and new configuration options.
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In addition to Breath of Fire IV, GOG has also revived several other classic titles today. The complete list of games now preserved and available through GOG's Preservation Program 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 marks a significant milestone as the entire Ultima series is now accessible and preserved on GOG, ensuring that these timeless games can be enjoyed by new generations of gamers.