It's been 35 years since Intelligent Systems launched the iconic Fire Emblem series on Nintendo's Famicom. Over the decades, the series has refined its tactical RPG gameplay and introduced beloved character bonding mechanics, cementing its status as a top-tier franchise. This evolution has been particularly notable with the release of two stellar mainline entries on the Nintendo Switch.
As we approach the end of the original Switch era, let's explore the full lineup of Fire Emblem games available on the console and look ahead to 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 on the Switch 2 in June.
### Fire Emblem Warriors
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### Fire Emblem: Three Houses
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### Tokyo Mirage Session #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)
Launched in 2017, Fire Emblem Warriors marked the franchise's debut on the Switch. This exciting crossover with Dynasty Warriors combines Fire Emblem's strategic team-based battles with the frenetic, button-mashing action of the Dynasty Warriors series. While it's a must-play for fans of action games, the lighter narrative might not appeal to those deeply invested in Fire Emblem's lore.
Developed in collaboration with Omega Force and Team Ninja, this title delivers an enjoyable experience for those looking for fast-paced action.
Fire Emblem WarriorsOmega Force+1Rate this gameRelated GuidesOverviewWalkthroughCharactersUniverse### Fire Emblem: Three Houses (2019)
Fire Emblem: Three Houses represents a landmark moment for the series. It was the first Fire Emblem title on a home console in over a decade, the inaugural mainline entry on the Switch, and a resounding success both critically and commercially. Building on the momentum of Awakening, Three Houses offers a grand yet intimate experience. Large-scale battles drive the narrative of continental warfare, politics, and religion, while quieter moments at the monastery allow for training, teaching, exploring, and deepening character relationships through rich storytelling and voice acting.
For newcomers to the series on the Switch, Three Houses is the perfect starting point, showcasing Fire Emblem at its finest.
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 Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore to the Switch, an enhanced version of the original Wii U game. This Nintendo-Atlus crossover adds new story elements, characters, and music, merging Fire Emblem's "weapon triangle" combat system with the stylish dungeon-crawling and combat mechanics of Atlus's Shin Megami Tensei and Persona series. The story is a humorous, over-the-top homage to Japanese pop culture, with the action taking center stage.
Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE EncoreAtlusRate this gameRelated GuidesOverviewWhat is Tokyo Mirage Sessions?WalkthroughSide Stories### Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes (2023)
Nintendo partnered again with Omega Force to create Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes, their second crossover with Dynasty Warriors. This game reimagines the story of Three Houses in an alternate timeline where Byleth, the protagonist of Three Houses, becomes the antagonist. Three Hopes successfully integrates more of Fire Emblem's social and tactical elements with the fast-paced action of Dynasty Warriors, offering a richer experience than its predecessor.
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 on the success of Three Houses while paying homage to Fire Emblem's history. Engage refines the social and hub mechanics of Three Houses, focusing primarily on the series' tactical combat, including the reintroduction of the "weapon triangle" system.
The game's narrative follows Alear, a Divine Dragon, on a quest to gather 12 rings to defeat the Fell Dragon and save the continent of Elyos. These rings connect the story to Fire Emblem's past by housing the spirits of iconic protagonists like Marth, Ike, Celica, and Byleth, allowing players to summon them in battle.
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, subscribers to Nintendo Switch Online outside Japan can enjoy two Fire Emblem titles: the 2003 Game Boy Advance game, known as Fire Emblem or Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade, and its 2004 sequel, Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones.
A third title, Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance from 2005, will join the lineup when GameCube games are added to the service upon the Switch 2's launch on June 5.
Here’s the complete list of Fire Emblem games currently available 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 no new Fire Emblem games have been officially announced, fans can anticipate something fresh or remastered for the Switch 2. Notably, Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance will be playable on the Switch 2 through the GameCube library of Nintendo Switch Online, available from the system's launch on June 5.
