Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave
News, coverage and analysis tracking Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave across the outlets.
Valor Mortis delayed to October 13Lyrical Games and One More Level have delayed the single-player first-person Soulslike game Valor Mortis from September 24 to October 13. The delay across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series platforms is intended to avoid a crowded September release schedule and allow for further game improvements based on demo feedback.- Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Is Getting A Collector’s EditionFire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is set to release on September 17 for the Nintendo Switch, with both a standard edition and a special Dagdan Collection Edition available for preorder. The collector's edition, priced at $120, includes the base game, a steelbook case, art cards, a map, an artbook, and a collector's box. This marks a notable release of a collector's edition for a Nintendo first-party title.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave physical edition will have an $80 USD price tagNintendo has revealed the pricing for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, with the physical edition costing $80 USD and the digital version priced at $70. A special collector's edition, the Dagdan Collection, will retail for $120. This pricing strategy, with a $10 difference between physical and digital copies, is expected to be implemented on future Nintendo Switch 2 titles.
Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave pre-orders are here, but that special Dagdan Collection is selling out fastPre-orders for Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave, launching September 17, 2026, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2, are now available. The special Dagdan Collection, priced at $119.99, includes the game and exclusive collectibles but is already selling out at many retailers. A standard physical edition is available for $69.97.
Switch 2 gets its second $80 game in Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, as former Nintendo marketing lead says the publisher knows "fans of that series are as die-hard as they come"Nintendo has announced Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave for a September 17, 2026 release on Nintendo Switch, with a $70 digital price and an $80 physical edition. Former Nintendo marketing lead Kit Ellis commented that the premium pricing reflects the series' dedicated fanbase willing to pay for physical copies and special editions. The article also mentions the previous title, Fire Emblem Engage, and anticipates a similar pricing strategy for Xenoblade next year.
As an RPG fan, these are the 9 new trailers that have made me run to my wishlist this JuneThis article highlights nine new RPG trailers revealed in June that have excited the author, a self-proclaimed RPG fan. The showcased games span various subgenres and platforms, including Persona 4 Revival, Clockwork Revolution, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Fable, Vampire: The Masquerade – Eternal Whispers, Threads of Time, Exodus, Signet City, and Final Fantasy 7 Revelation.
Zelda Announcement Helps Nintendo Win Summer 2026 BattleNintendo's recent Direct showcase revealed a full remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2, alongside remastered editions of the Xenoblade Chronicles series and ports of several major third-party titles. The presentation also featured new entries in the Rhythm Heaven and Fire Emblem series, and a Star Fox demo, positioning the Switch 2 as a powerful handheld gaming device.
Tuesday’s Direct was the opposite of what Nintendo and the Switch 2 neededThe recent Nintendo Direct presentation for the Switch 2 has been criticized for failing to meet expectations, particularly for Western audiences. Despite featuring games like Rhythm Paradise Groove, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, and multiple Xenoblade titles, the lineup lacked major first-party franchises and new intellectual property, leading to disappointment and concerns about the console's appeal and pricing strategy.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave's world map is partially inspired by medieval Spain, even if the Dagdan Empire setting looks much olderFire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, a new turn-based strategy-RPG from Intelligent Systems and Nintendo, will launch on September 17th for the Nintendo Switch. While its primary setting, the Dagdan Empire, is inspired by ancient Greece and Rome, the game's world map also draws inspiration from medieval Spain, featuring regions named after the historical Kingdoms of Aragon and Castile.
June 2026 Nintendo Direct pre-orders roundupFollowing the June 2026 Nintendo Direct, pre-orders are now available for numerous games announced for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The roundup includes titles such as Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Lies of P: Complete Edition, and multiple Xenoblade Chronicles editions for the new console.- Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Sets Standard Physical Price at $80Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave has received a confirmed release date and a standard physical price of $80 USD. Further details regarding the game's launch were also revealed.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Release Date Revealed, Pre-Orders Now AvailableFire Emblem: Fortune's Weave will be released on September 17 for the Nintendo Switch, with pre-orders available on the Nintendo eShop. The game is set in the Dagdan Empire, an area previously mentioned in Fire Emblem: Three Houses. A new trailer revealed the four main protagonists: Cai, Dietrich, Theodora, and Leda.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave digital is $70 and physical is $80Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave will launch on September 17th with a premium price point. The digital edition will cost $70, while the physical edition will retail for $80. A special Dagdan Collection is also available for $120.
All Announcements from the Nintendo Direct on June 9, 2026 - NintendoFuseThe Nintendo Direct on June 9, 2026, showcased over 50 minutes of upcoming games primarily for the Nintendo Switch 2, with some titles also releasing on the original Nintendo Switch. Major announcements included a new Xenoblade game, Kingdom Hearts IV, and a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, alongside numerous third-party titles and DLC for existing games like Pokémon Pokopia.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Every Announcement, Game Reveal & TrailerNintendo showcased a packed Nintendo Direct presentation featuring numerous game announcements and trailers for the Nintendo Switch 2. Highlights included new titles like Rhythm Heaven Groove, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Stellar Blade, and Xenoblade Genesis, alongside updates and expansions for existing franchises such as Dragon's Dogma 2, Pokémon Pokopia, and Final Fantasy XIV Online.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Collector’s Edition Costs $120Nintendo has opened pre-orders for the Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Collector's Edition, priced at $119.99, which includes a physical copy of the game, Steelbook case, art cards, a map, and a 200-page art book. The game is set to release on September 17, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch, with standard digital copies costing $69.99 and physical copies $79.99.
Reaction: A Direct That Picked Up Pace For A Breathtaking FinishThe latest Nintendo Direct showcased a strong lineup of first- and third-party titles, including new entries in the Xenoblade series and a remake of Muramasa: The Demon Blade. The presentation also featured updates on Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Splatoon, and a surprise reveal of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for 2026.
Nintendo Direct June 2026 - trailers for The Duskbloods, Fire Emblem, and moreThe June Nintendo Direct showcased several new and upcoming titles, including a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, a new Xenoblade entry, and Kingdom Hearts 4 gameplay. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave received a release date, and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort was announced. Third-party titles like Stellar Blade and Devil May Cry 5 were also featured for the Switch 2.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Price And Box Art RevealedNintendo has revealed the price and box art for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, launching on September 17, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game will cost $69.99 in North America and £58.99 in the UK, with a special edition also planned.
With Fable and Exodus coming in 2027, all my RPG hopes for 2026 are now pinned on Fire Emblem: Fortune's WeaveFire 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.