It's been an incredible 35 years since Intelligent Systems first introduced the Fire Emblem series on Nintendo's Famicom. With its continually evolving combat system and the introduction of beloved character bonding mechanics, the series has firmly established itself as a leader in the tactical RPG genre. The journey has been remarkable, culminating in two outstanding mainline entries on the Nintendo Switch.
As we approach the end of the original Switch era, we've put together a comprehensive guide to all the Fire Emblem games available on the console, along with a sneak peek at what's coming to the Switch 2.
How Many Fire Emblem Games Are on Switch? -----------------------------------------There are five Fire Emblem games on Switch: two mainline games and three spinoffs. Additionally, two more Fire Emblem games are accessible via Nintendo Switch Online, with a third set to launch for the Switch 2 in June.
### Fire Emblem Warriors
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### Fire Emblem: Three Houses
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### Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore
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### Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes
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### Fire Emblem Engage
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Fire Emblem Warriors (2017)
Marking the series' debut on the Switch, Fire Emblem Warriors is a unique crossover with the Dynasty Warriors series. This mashup brilliantly combines Fire Emblem's strategic team play with Dynasty Warriors' exhilarating, hack-and-slash action. It's a fantastic spinoff for fans of action-packed gameplay, though its lighter narrative might not appeal to those deeply invested in Fire Emblem's lore.
Developed by the acclaimed Dynasty Warriors studio Omega Force, in collaboration with action experts Team Ninja (known for Ninja Gaiden and Nioh), this title offers a fresh take on the Fire Emblem universe.
Fire Emblem WarriorsOmega Force+1Rate this gameRelated GuidesOverviewWalkthroughCharactersUniverse### Fire Emblem: Three Houses (2019)
Fire Emblem: Three Houses stands as a landmark release for the series. It was the first Fire Emblem game on a home console in over a decade, the first mainline entry on the Switch, and a critical and commercial triumph that built on the success of Awakening from seven years prior.
This expansive tactical RPG masterfully balances epic battles with intimate character interactions. The game's narrative unfolds through large-scale conflicts that delve into the complexities of politics and religion amidst a continental war. Meanwhile, quieter moments in the monastery allow for training, teaching, exploration, and bonding with other characters through compelling and well-acted dialogues.
Three Houses represents the pinnacle of Fire Emblem's offerings and is the ideal starting point for anyone looking to dive into the series on the Switch.
Fire Emblem: Three HousesIntelligent SystemsRate this gameRelated GuidesOverviewNew FeaturesWhich House Should You ChooseEssential Tips for Teaching, the Monastery, Battle, and More### Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore (2020)
In 2020, Nintendo brought us Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore, an enhanced version of the original Wii U game. Encore enriches the experience with new story content, characters, and music. This Nintendo-Atlus collaboration seamlessly integrates Fire Emblem's "weapon triangle" combat system — where swords beat axes, axes beat lances, and lances beat swords — with the stylish, dungeon-crawling, and dynamic combat of Atlus's Shin Megami Tensei and Persona series.
The game's narrative is a playful, often exaggerated take on Japanese pop culture, prioritizing action over story, much like its predecessor, Fire Emblem Warriors.
Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE EncoreAtlusRate this gameRelated GuidesOverviewWhat is Tokyo Mirage Sessions?WalkthroughSide Stories### Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes (2023)
Nintendo teamed up once again with Omega Force to deliver Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes, the second crossover between Fire Emblem and Dynasty Warriors. This game offers an alternate timeline to Three Houses, where the protagonist Byleth takes on the role of the main antagonist.
Three Hopes enhances the fusion of the two franchises, incorporating more of Fire Emblem's social and tactical elements into the fast-paced action of Dynasty Warriors.
Fire Emblem Warriors: Three HopesOmega ForceRate this gameRelated GuidesOverviewWalkthroughExpeditions GuideGift Guide - All Favorite Gifts### Fire Emblem Engage (2023)
Fire Emblem Engage is the latest addition to the series and the second mainline entry on the Switch. It builds upon the excellence of Three Houses while paying homage to Fire Emblem's rich history. Engage refines and streamlines the social and hub mechanics of Three Houses, focusing primarily on the series' signature tactical combat, notably reintroducing the "weapon triangle" system.
The narrative follows Alear, a Divine Dragon, on a quest to collect 12 rings to defeat the Fell Dragon and save the continent of Elyos. These rings connect Engage's story to the series' past, each containing the spirit of a former Fire Emblem protagonist, allowing players to summon legendary heroes like Marth, Ike, Celica, and Byleth.
Fire Emblem EngageIntelligent SystemsRate this gameRelated GuidesOverviewNew Features in Fire Emblem EngageBeginner's GuideTips and TricksFire Emblem Games Available With Nintendo Switch Online
### Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack: 12-Month Individual Membership
12See it at AmazonCurrently, two Fire Emblem games are available through a Nintendo Switch Online subscription outside of Japan: the 2003 Game Boy Advance title Fire Emblem, also known as Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade, and its 2004 sequel, Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones.
A third game, Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance from 2005, will join the catalog when GameCube games are added to the service with the launch of the Switch 2 on June 5.
Here's the full list of Fire Emblem games currently accessible with a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription:
Fire Emblem (GBA, 2003)Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones (GBA, 2004)Upcoming Fire Emblem Games on Switch and Switch 2
While there's no official confirmation on new Fire Emblem games in development, it's highly anticipated that we'll see new or remastered titles in the series on the upcoming Switch 2. Notably, the next Fire Emblem game to be playable on the Switch will be Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance, available through the GameCube library of Nintendo Switch Online, exclusively on the Switch 2 starting on its launch day, June 5.
