Breath of Fire IV PS1
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Price History
| Date | Avg Price | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-05 | £68.34 | £37.10 | £169.99 | 10 |
| 2026-04-04 | £76.33 | £52.60 | £169.99 | 10 |
| 2026-04-03 | £74.98 | £47.50 | £169.99 | 10 |
| 2026-04-02 | £79.28 | £44.90 | £169.99 | 10 |
| 2026-04-01 | £81.62 | £47.50 | £169.99 | 10 |
| 2026-03-31 | £78.21 | £28.95 | £169.99 | 10 |
| 2026-03-30 | £78.81 | £28.95 | £169.99 | 10 |
| 2026-03-29 | £79.64 | £28.95 | £169.99 | 10 |
| 2026-03-28 | £79.64 | £28.95 | £169.99 | 10 |
| 2026-03-27 | £73.89 | £19.95 | £169.99 | 10 |
| 2026-03-26 | £73.89 | £19.95 | £169.99 | 10 |
| 2026-03-25 | £69.34 | £19.95 | £169.99 | 10 |
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Game History
Breath of Fire IV was developed by Capcom and published by Capcom in Japan and by Working Designs in North America. The game was directed by Yoichi Miyaji and represented the fourth mainline entry in the Breath of Fire series, which had established itself as a respected JRPG franchise on the Super Famicom and PlayStation.
The game was originally released in Japan on September 18, 1998, for the PlayStation console. It arrived in North America on September 30, 1999, also on PS1. The European release was limited and came significantly later through alternative publishing arrangements. The localization by Working Designs became known for its characteristic approach to dialogue and cultural adaptation.
Breath of Fire IV received generally positive reviews from critics upon launch, who praised its colorful artwork, engaging turn-based combat system, and charming character development. However, the game faced strong commercial competition during its North American release period and did not achieve blockbuster sales figures, contributing to its relative obscurity compared to other PS1 JRPGs of that era.
Today, Breath of Fire IV holds significant value for collectors of retro gaming, particularly in North America. The Working Designs localization version commands high prices on the secondary market, often exceeding $100 for complete copies with original case and manual. This scarcity and collector demand stem from the game's limited print run and the later closure of Working Designs, which elevated its status among PlayStation collecting enthusiasts.
An interesting aspect of the game's development was its visual style, characterized by hand-drawn sprites and backgrounds that stood apart from the increasingly 3D-focused market of the late 1990s. The game also featured a robust character customization system through the dragon gene system, allowing players to modify protagonist Ryu's abilities. Despite respectable quality and unique design choices, Breath of Fire IV remained somewhat overshadowed by contemporary franchises and has since developed a dedicated cult following that appreciates its distinctive charm and gameplay mechanics.