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Fire Emblem
Tactical RPG series started in 1990
A series of tactical RPGs, or strategy games, where permanent death is a key feature; placing a soldier in an overly risky situation can lead to you losing them for the rest of the game. The games feature a fantasy Middle Ages setting where heroes wield swords and magic to take down opposing nations and evil dragons.
Fire Emblem:
Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light
JP: 20 Apr 1990 - ファイアーエムブレム 暗黒竜と光の剣
(Fire Emblem: Ankoku Ryuu to Hikari no Ken)
US: 04 Dec 2020 (first released via the Nintendo Switch eShop)
EU: 04 Dec 2020 (first released via the Nintendo Switch eShop)
System: Famicom
Developer: Intelligent Systems and Nintendo R&D1
Genre: Strategy RPG
Set on the continent of Archanea, this story follows a battle fought by an alliance of nations named the Archanean League. This alliance is led by the protagonist Marth, who fights against the Dolhr Empire, led by the shadow dragon Medeus. Marth must seek out the divine blade, the Falchion, to put an end to Medeus' brutal campaign.
Wii Virtual Console:
20 Oct 2009 (JP)
Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console:
01 Aug 2012 (JP)
Wii U Virtual Console:
04 Jun 2014 (JP)
Famicom - Nintendo Switch Online:
13 Mar 2019 (JP)
Fire Emblem Gaiden
JP: 14 Mar 1992 - ファイアーエムブレム外伝
System: Famicom
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
Alm and Celica from the Kingdom of Zofia fight to put an end to the war caused by the Empire of Rigel. This story unfolds shortly after the events of the first game, but in an entirely different continent called Valentia, with a small number of characters returning as minor characters in the conflict.
Wii Virtual Console:
04 Nov 2009 (JP)
Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console:
03 Apr 2013 (JP)
Wii U Virtual Console:
20 Aug 2014 (JP)
Fire Emblem: Mystery of the Emblem
JP: 21 Jan 1994 - ファイアーエムブレム 紋章の謎
(Fire Emblem: Monshou no Nazo)
EN: Unreleased but given an official English title in
"Fire Emblem Awakening"
System: Super Famicom
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
This game contains a remake of the original Famicom game, referred to as "Book 1: War of Darkness", and a continuation of the story, titled "Book 2: War of Heroes", with the ability to play both in whatever order the player wants. In the sequel story, Marth ventures forth to reclaim the orbs of the Fire Emblem and restore its power.
Super Famicom Nintendo Power Service:
30 Sep 1997 (JP)
Wii Virtual Console:
26 Dec 2006 (JP)
Wii U Virtual Console:
27 Apr 2013 (JP)
New Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console:
22 Jun 2016 (JP)
Super Famicom - Nintendo Switch Online:
23 Sep 2020 (JP)
Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
JP: 14 May 1996 - ファイアーエムブレム 聖戦の系譜
(Fire Emblem: Seisen no Keifu)
EN: Unreleased but given an official English title in
"Fire Emblem Awakening"
System: Super Famicom
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
While retaining many of the same game mechanics and game engine from the previous game, a new marriage mechanic has been added. An epic story that spans a generation of parents and a second generation that features their children is told. Which characters end up marrying in the first generation is entirely your choice.
Super Famicom Nintendo Power Service:
30 Sep 1997 (JP)
Wii Virtual Console:
30 Jan 2007 (JP)
Wii U Virtual Console:
27 Apr 2013 (JP)
New Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console:
27 Aug 2016 (JP)
Super Famicom - Nintendo Switch Online:
26 May 2021 (JP)
Fire Emblem: Thracia 776
JP: 01 Sep 1999 - ファイアーエムブレム トラキア776
System: Super Famicom (initially Nintendo Power exclusive)
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
A side-story of "Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War" that depicts events that occur during the timeskip of the previous game. The protagonist is Prince Leif, who was exiled from his homeland by Grannvale forces. New mechanics such as "rescue" and "capture" have been added that allow for new interactions between units.
Non-Nintendo Power release (Super Famicom):
21 Jan 2000 (JP)
Wii Virtual Console:
15 Jul 2008 (JP)
Wii U Virtual Console:
10 Jul 2013 (JP)
Fire Emblem: The Binding Blade
JP: 29 Mar 2002 - ファイアーエムブレム 封印の剣
(Fire Emblem: Fuuin no Ken)
EN: Unreleased but given an official English title in promotional material for "Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade".
System: Game Boy Advance
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
Set in the continent of Elibe, this story follows adventures of the protagonist Roy and his trusted companions as they fight to protect their homeland from the invading forces of the militaristic nation of Bern. The gameplay and general game mechanics are inherited from "Fire Emblem: Thracia 776".
Wii U Virtual Console:
02 Sep 2015 (JP)
Game Boy Advance - Nintendo Switch Online:
23 Jun 2023 (JP)
Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade
JP: 29 Mar 2002 - ファイアーエムブレム 烈火の剣
(Fire Emblem: Rekka no Ken)
US: 03 Nov 2003 - Fire Emblem
EU: 16 Jul 2004 - Fire Emblem
(Note: In the West, this game is often also officially referred to as
"Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade" as of "Fire Emblem Heroes".)
System: Game Boy Advance
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
A game set in the continent of Elibe, 20 years before the events of "Fire Emblem: The Binding Blade". The story follows Lyn, Eliwood and Hector as they gain experience and grow through their battles against evil foes. This was the first game in the series to release worldwide and features a tutorial campaign to ease new players into the series.
Wii U Virtual Console:
14 May 2014 (JP), 21 Aug 2014 (EU), 04 Dec 2014 (US)
Game Boy Advance - Nintendo Switch Online:
23 Jun 2023 (JP), 23 Jun 2023 (US), 23 Jun 2023 (EU)
Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones
JP: 07 Oct 2004 - ファイアーエムブレム 聖魔の光石
(Fire Emblem: Seima no Kouseki)
US: 23 May 2005
EU: 04 Nov 2005
System: Game Boy Advance
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
The main characters are sister and brother, Eirika and Ephraim. The story depicts the battle over the Sacred Stones that seal away evil, with Grado's Sacred Stone sealing a particularly dark power. This game is notable for having replayable skirmish battles that can be used by novice players to gain experience and level up their units.
Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console: (via the Ambassador Program)
16 Dec 2011 (JP), 16 Dec 2011 (US), 16 Dec 2011 (EU)
Wii U Virtual Console:
06 Aug 2014 (JP), 01 Jan 2015 (EU), 18 Jun 2015 (US)
Game Boy Advance - Nintendo Switch Online:
22 Apr 2025 (JP), 22 Apr 2025 (US), 22 Apr 2025 (EU)
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance
JP: 20 Apr 2005 - ファイアーエムブレム 蒼炎の軌跡
(Fire Emblem: Souen no Kiseki)
US: 17 Oct 2005
EU: 04 Nov 2005
System: Nintendo GameCube
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
Characters and maps are now rendered in 3D for the first time. CG animated cutscenes are inserted throughout the game and new commands have been added, such as "Shove" and "Smite", which allows units to reposition their allies in emergencies. In this game, Ike and his band of mercenaries fight to reclaim the Kingdom of Crimea.
Nintendo GameCube - Nintendo Classics:
TBC (JP), TBC (US), TBC (EU)
Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn
JP: 22 Feb 2007 - ファイアーエムブレム 暁の女神
(Fire Emblem: Akatsuki no Megami)
US: 05 Nov 2007
EU: 14 Mar 2008
System: Wii
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
A game split into multiple parts. The game initially follows Micaiah, a girl who possesses mysterious powers, and Queen Elincia, the newly crowned monarch of the Kingdom of Crimea. In the latter half of the story, Ike and his friends, the protagonists of the previous game, reappear and bring the war of the continent of Tellius to an end.
Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon
JP: 07 Aug 2008 - ファイアーエムブレム 新・暗黒竜と光の剣
(Fire Emblem: Shin Ankoku Ryuu to Hikari no Ken)
EU: 05 Dec 2008
US: 16 Feb 2009
System: Nintendo DS
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
A remade, revamped version of the Famicom game, "Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light", with numerous adjustments. This game also includes the "Wireless Battle" and "Wi-Fi Battle" game modes, allowing you to battle against other people locally or online - a first for the Fire Emblem series.
Wii U Virtual Console:
02 Jul 2015 (EU), 10 Feb 2016 (JP), 08 Dec 2016 (US)
Fire Emblem: New Mystery of the Emblem
JP: 15 Jul 2010 - ファイアーエムブレム 新・紋章の謎
~光と影の英雄~
(Fire Emblem: Shin Monshou no Nazo
~Hikari to Kage no Eiyuu~)
EN: Unreleased but given an official English title in
"Fire Emblem Heroes"
System: Nintendo DS
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
A remake of "Fire Emblem: Mystery of the Emblem". You can now actively take part in the story using a player avatar and support Marth in his fight against the forces of evil. In the "Chronicles" game mode, all 4 levels from "BS Fire Emblem: Archanea Senki Hen", a game that was distributed exclusively via the Satellaview service, can be played.
Wii U Virtual Console:
10 Feb 2016 (JP)
Fire Emblem: Awakening
JP: 19 Apr 2012 - ファイアーエムブレム 覚醒
(Fire Emblem: Kakusei)
US: 04 Feb 2013
EU: 19 Apr 2013
System: Nintendo 3DS
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
A game that emphasises relationships with new gameplay mechanics like Dual skills that allow units to fight simultaneously with adjacent allies, allowing for beneficial effects and additional attacks. The marriage system also returns, allowing for a story to unfold that involves the people of the present and their children of the future.
Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright
JP: 25 Jun 2015 - ファイアーエムブレム if 白夜王国
(Fire Emblem if: Byakuya Oukoku)
NA: 19 Feb 2016
EU: 20 May 2016
System: Nintendo 3DS
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
A story that follows a protagonist who grew up in the humble Kingdom of Hoshido but discovers that their real family is the royal family of the bloodthirsty Kingdom of Nohr. This game allows you to take the side of Hoshido in a campaign with more plentiful items. A DLCcampaign can be downloaded to take a third side in the conflict.
Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest
JP: 25 Jun 2015 - ファイアーエムブレム if 暗夜王国
(Fire Emblem if: Anya Oukoku)
US: 19 Feb 2016
EU: 20 May 2016
System: Nintendo 3DS
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
A story that follows a protagonist who grew up in the humble Kingdom of Hoshido but discovers that their real family is the royal family of the bloodthirsty Kingdom of Nohr. This game allows you to take the side of Nohr in a campaign with more complex objectives. A DLC campaign can be downloaded to take a third side in the conflict.
Fire Emblem Fates - Special Edition
JP: 25 Jun 2015 - ファイアーエムブレム if SPECIAL EDITION
(Fire Emblem if - Special Edition)
NA: 19 Feb 2016
EU: 20 May 2016
System: Nintendo 3DS
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
A special edition bundle with a cartridge that includes the campaigns of "Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright", "Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest" and the DLC campaign "Fire Emblem Fates: Revelation". The DLC campaign allows you to take neither side in the conflict in a campaign that has both plentiful items and complex map objectives.
Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia
JP: 20 Apr 2017 - ファイアーエムブレム エコーズ
もうひとりの英雄王
(Fire Emblem Echoes: Mou Hitori no Eiyuu-ou)
US: 19 May 2017
EU: 19 May 2017
System: Nintendo 3DS
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
The two main characters are Alm, a young boy from Ram Village, and Celica, who lives in the Novis Priory. The war that is shaking the entire continent of Valentia is depicted via two concurrent campaigns, depicted from both of Alm and Celica's separate perspectives.
Fire Emblem: Three Houses
JP: 26 Jul 2019 - ファイアーエムブレム 風花雪月
(Fire Emblem: Fuukasetsugetsu)
NA: 26 Jul 2019
EU: 26 Jul 2019
System: Nintendo Switch
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
This story unfolds in two parts: the first part is about a teacher at a military academy who chooses classes and trains his students, and the second part is about a war that ensues five years later between the three major nations of Adrestia, Faerghus and Leicester, told from the perspective of each respective ruler.
Fire Emblem Engage
JP: 20 Jan 2023 - ファイアーエムブレム エンゲージ
US: 20 Jan 2023
EU: 20 Jan 2023
System: Nintendo Switch
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
Set in Elyos, a continent comprised of four kingdoms and a sacred land in the middle, the story unfolds around the protagonist, a divine dragon that is tasked with collecting twelve magic rings. As this game was intended to be an anniversary title, each magic ring is capable of summoning the spirit of a previous "Fire Emblem" lord, like Marth.
Sub-Series
Tokyo Mirage Sessions ♯FE
RPG series started in 2015
A crossover series that combines the characters of the "Fire Emblem" series with the gameplay of ATLUS's RPG series "Shin Megami Tensei" series and the aesthetics of their sub-series "Persona". These series are RPGs that revolve around summoning demons to do battle in a modern-day setting.
Fire Emblem Warriors
Action series started in 2017
A crossover series that combines the characters and settings of the "Fire Emblem" series with the gameplay of the popular Koei Tecmo action series "Dynasty Warriors", a series known for its spectacle as you play as hero that singlehandedly decimates enemy armies.
Miscellaneous Games
Fire Emblem Heroes
JP: 02 Feb 2017 - ファイアーエムブレム ヒーローズ
NA: 02 Feb 2017
EU: 02 Feb 2017
System: Smartphone
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Strategy RPG
You take on the role of a summoner belonging to the Order of Heroes, a special agency in the Kingdom of Askr. The story unfolds as you fight alongside characters from across the "Fire Emblem" series, including legendary heroes and former enemies, all summoned from other worlds.
Fire Emblem Shadows
JP: 25 Sep 2025 - ファイアーエムブレム シャドウズ
NA: 25 Sep 2025
EU: 25 Sep 2025
System: Smartphone
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre: Multiplayer Strategy
Unlike previous titles, this game focuses on multiplayer and requires you to engage with social-deduction to make strategies work. You must watch how your allied disciples fight during the first half of the battle and then correctly guess the traitor to gain an advantage in the second half.
