80
Pure Japanese turn-based strategy comes in three versions with different quality. The game would thrill all brave players but can also bore those who will go through it with the seatbelts fastened. [Issue#267]
85
A brilliant tactical RPG that easily pulls you into its world with charming dialogues, memorable character designs and perfect soundtrack. [08/2016, p.75]
90
Although Fire Emblem Fates is slightly larger and more complex than its predecessor Fire Emblem Awakening, it fails to ignite a same level of a boundless enthusiasm, because both games are just too similar. All and all it isn´t anything bad. On the contrary, it’s still a top turn-based strategy with a great focus on RPG elements. You hardly find some better games on 3DS.
9
I heard that there's a 300-page PDF that explains the settings - would love to get my hands on that.
Not much else to add here compared to my reviews for each individual route. The story is bland (like most fire emblem stories) but it doesn't do anything egregious. Replayability is really where this game stands out --- there's so much to experiment and the game gives you a lot of freedom to do that.
8
played conquest thnking i was a big man by the end niles was the man in the relationship
10
For comedy's sake, you should see some of the negative opinions of this game, they are so exaggerated and stupid that it is crazy. Fire Emblem Fates may not be perfect, it have its problems regarding some characters, some story bits, and the map design in routes like Revelations (which is definitely the weakest route). But with the several good aspects that it has, it is light years away from being a "bad game". The gameplay of this particular game is generally pretty good (and that's saying a lot because the Fire Emblem games have excellent gameplay), the Revelations route undoubtedly has the weakest gameplay of the three with several maps having unnecessary gimmicks.which makes them unenjoyable, but Birthright does an excellent job of having easy but fun gameplay to introduce any beginner to the franchise and Conquest has several excellent maps anda challenging but mostly fair difficulty. As for the story, I will summarize it in a few words, the story of Birthright is actually very decently good,it doesn't risk much but its simplicity makes it work and in this route the vast majority of characters(including Corrin) are likable... The story of the other two routes Conquest and Revelations are much worse, but I even think that those are very over-hated and some of their positive points are unfairly ignored, such as several interesting and likable characters. In conclusion, Fire Emblem Fates may be one of the weakest Fire Emblem game, but it is still a very great game in general, with the enormous quality that most games in the franchise have, this undoubtedly falls short, but by the standards of JRPGs and video games in general, this is not a bad game at all. Pretty recommendable in my opinion.
Fire Emblem Fates: Special Edition
3DS
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Feb 19, 2016
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May 19, 2016
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If you're into RPGs and turn-based tactics, then this is an utterly essential purchase.
Feb 17, 2016
92
Fire Emblem: Fates offers an unprecedented amount of content without falling victim to the temptation quantity over quality. Each of the three total games here features its own vivid branch of the story, and everything from the gameplay to the presentation shifts with it. This is a massive and highly enjoyable addition to the epic franchise that really does stand as one of the most prolific and memorable amongst its contemporaries.
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Jan 20, 2025
10
For comedy's sake, you should see some of the negative opinions of this game, they are so exaggerated and stupid that it is crazy. Fire Emblem Fates may not be perfect, it have its problems regarding some characters, some story bits, and the map design in routes like Revelations (which is definitely the weakest route). But with the several good aspects that it has, it is light years away from being a "bad game". The gameplay of this particular game is generally pretty good (and that's saying a lot because the Fire Emblem games have excellent gameplay), the Revelations route undoubtedly has the weakest gameplay of the three with several maps having unnecessary gimmicks.which makes them unenjoyable, but Birthright does an excellent job of having easy but fun gameplay to introduce any beginner to the franchise and Conquest has several excellent maps anda challenging but mostly fair difficulty. As for the story, I will summarize it in a few words, the story of Birthright is actually very decently good,it doesn't risk much but its simplicity makes it work and in this route the vast majority of characters(including Corrin) are likable... The story of the other two routes Conquest and Revelations are much worse, but I even think that those are very over-hated and some of their positive points are unfairly ignored, such as several interesting and likable characters. In conclusion, Fire Emblem Fates may be one of the weakest Fire Emblem game, but it is still a very great game in general, with the enormous quality that most games in the franchise have, this undoubtedly falls short, but by the standards of JRPGs and video games in general, this is not a bad game at all. Pretty recommendable in my opinion.
Oct 21, 2021
10
Maravilloso juego, los personajes enganchan un montón, sobre todo la historia de Corrin es muy profunda, el sistema de juego me agradó mas que Awekening, mùsica de 10. Gran juego de 3ds
May 12, 2016
90
Fire Emblem Fates is divided into three different campaigns (the least interesting of which is Legacy, designed to explain the core mechanics to the newcomers), and it offers a great experience overall, probably the best in the entire saga. Recommended to anyone, unless you have a serious idiosyncrasy for the Japanese tactical genre.
Feb 17, 2016
90
Fire Emblem: Fates is easily one of the biggest and most intimidating entries in the series, but the refined systems and sheer breadth of content, mixed with a colorful and memorable cast of characters, makes this a grand offering for both Fire Emblem faithful and newcomers alike.
May 27, 2016
86
This is an epic beast. I despise its’ kitsch and cliché dialogue. But I love it for the depth and challenges it presents in its turn-based battles.
Mar 23, 2016
83
If you are a fan of Fire Emblem or tactical games in general, Fire Emblem Fates will not disappoint.
Feb 17, 2016
80
Fire Emblem Fates smartly revises a quarter-century old battle system and offers ever more reasons to care about your little chess pieces, but neither version does enough to welcome new players.
Jul 17, 2021
10
The best version of Fire Emblem Fates; compared to the other 3 (Conquest, Birthright, Revelation). The special edition is the only 3ds cartridge that has all 3 plot lines physically. And instead of having to buy them separately. So you're adventure will actually give you a choice of 3 options. Zero complaints about this game; perfect 10.
Jan 25, 2023
7
An installment that mechanically is flawless, surpassing Awakening but is weighed down by a nonsensical story that includes many of the worst characters in the series and excessive fan-service. It tries to replicate many of the things that elevated Awakening but fails miserably because there is no back-story to go with it.
Oct 14, 2021
7
placeholder for now. fe fates has many new concepts which are used in fe echo and fe3h. I was amazed by the portrait improvements intitially. New weapon classes, a "zoom in" look, a "nexus" to idle between fights rather than just being a spite on a map or a menu. Also, the idea of expanding on the typical fe plot to date - X is special because (nobility). Evil people come and do evil things - i need to stop them. I stop them. They were manipulated behind the door by inhumans (insert dragon or other thing). Beat thing. Title card. Don't get me wrong - best s*** ever, but damn was it repetitive. This game went out and was like, there are two houses! Fight gogoogo. I think the idea was special and was built upon in fe3h. Cons: The bizzare and repeating sounds for every textbox was very infuriating. I thought the class system was inferior to prior games. The difficulty was not, imo, fine tuned in fe standards. the grinding by doing non main story quests was pretty weird imo.
Apr 8, 2016
4
As a long time Fire Emblem fan, I was really looking forward to this title, especially after Awakening. However, the game feels flat. For one, they nerfed the heck out of Nosferatu, which, I'll admit needed to be toned down a little. But there are other nerfs too, and it feels like the fun has been nerfed out of the game. The whole "garrison" thing is unnecessary, time-consuming, and unrewarding. And the romance stuff is just silly. Not to mention, why add same-sex romance if you've only got ONE option for a partner? For the first time in any Fire Emblem game ever, I just stopped playing and didn't go back.
SummaryFire Emblem Fates Special Edition Includes: All 3 Versions of Fire Emblem: Fates (Birthright, Conquest, Revelation*) on a Single Cartrige. *Allows purchasers to play Revelations three weeks prior to launch on eshop. It's the only way to get all Three Versions on a Single Cartridge. Also includes a Hardcover Art Book and Nintendo 3DS XL C... Read More
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Initial Release Date:Feb 19, 2016
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