Fire Emblem Fates
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Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave's feels like a genuine RPG epic, even if its busywork can pull me out
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave offers an ambitious and epic narrative with engaging tactical battles, building upon previous entries like Three Houses. However, its momentum is hampered by a convoluted time system and skippable mini-dungeon battles, despite flexible customization options.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave almost had 8 protagonists in a "bold" attempt to surpass Three Houses, and I'm so happy the devs talked themselves out of it
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave director Toshiyuki Kusakihara revealed the game was initially planned with eight protagonists, a bold attempt to surpass Fire Emblem: Three Houses. Developers ultimately decided to scale back to four protagonists to avoid overwhelming players, a decision the author agrees with, finding the prospect of eight too ambitious and potentially diluting the narrative.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Hands-on Preview - Auspicious omens
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is set to return to the world of Fire Emblem: Three Houses, taking place centuries after its events on the continent of Dagda. This preview covers the first five chapters of each of the four lords' storylines, showcasing a return to quality writing and character design after Fire Emblem Engage. The game features avatar customization, a demon god antagonist named Balor, and gameplay elements reminiscent of previous titles like dungeons and a hub area similar to Garreg Mach Monastery.
With Fable and Exodus coming in 2027, all my RPG hopes for 2026 are now pinned on Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is positioned as the most anticipated RPG of 2026, especially following delays to Fable and Exodus. The game features a connection to Fire Emblem: Three Houses through the character Sothis and a musical theme, and its "Heroic Games" setting with multiple protagonists offers a promising new direction for the series.
Fire Emblem Fates Azura Figures Feature Hoshido and Nohr Costumes
Intelligent Systems and Good Smile Company have announced two new figures of Azura from Fire Emblem Fates, featuring her Hoshido and Nohr costumes. These 1/7 scale figures, standing approximately 11 inches tall, will cost ￥32,780/$226.99 and are scheduled for release in Japan in June 2027, with a worldwide release in Q4 2027. Pre-orders are open until June 10, 2026.
Good Smile Reveals Two Stunning Fire Emblem Figures, Pre-Orders Now Live
Good Smile Company has revealed two new 1/7 scale figures based on Azura from Fire Emblem Fates, available in both White Songstress and Dark Songstress attire. Pre-orders are live, with an estimated arrival between October and December 2027. This announcement follows recent Fire Emblem news, including the addition of Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance to the Nintendo Switch Online GameCube library.
Fire Emblem Fates Azura Figures Pre-Orders Open with Dual Songstress Versions
Nintendo and Intelligent Systems have opened pre-orders for 1/7-scale figures of Azura from Fire Emblem Fates, featuring her Dark and White Songstress variations. These figures are priced at ¥32,780 and are scheduled for release in June 2027. Fire Emblem Fates, the fourteenth installment in the series, was originally released on the Nintendo 3DS in three distinct versions: Birthright, Conquest, and Revelation.
Fire Emblem Heroes' next round of content arrives Sept. 30th, 2025
Nintendo has announced new content for the mobile game Fire Emblem Heroes, scheduled for release on September 30th, 2025. The update will introduce new special heroes, including Emblem Hero Corrin and Mythic Hero Lyn, alongside returning Legendary and Mythic Heroes. Special Maps and Tap Battle events will also be available, offering rewards like Orbs and accessories.
