Fire Emblem Engage

"Fire Emblem Engage is a masterpiece of tactical gameplay design, with a gorgeous look, and depth most games can only dream of."

"As a fan of older Fire Emblem and strategy games in general, I was thrilled to see the depth of combat and the level to which you can make battling your absolute focus. That’s still true even if Engage doesn’t …"

"Fell Xenologue is a half-successful DLC."

"Fire Emblem Engage proves itself worthy enough to be counted alongside the legacy it honors so well."

"Intelligent Systems&s; latest introduces dozens of new heroes alongside some of the nearly 600 playable characters from earlier games. Read on."

"If you were overwhelmed by Three Houses, this is a great follow-up that doesn’t just follow that same formula: and in many ways, gets back to Fire Emblem basics."

"Ultimately, Fire Emblem Engage is an excellent game that contains one of the finest tactical systems in recent memory, and it&s;s well worth a look for that reason. Just don&s;t expect to remember much about Elyos once the journey ends."

"Between novelties and various refinements, Fire Emblem Engage&s;s combat system is perfectly polished and exciting. Not all of the campaign is full of twists and turns, and the shadow of socializing at all costs might make the more grumpy digital …"

"A more traditional Fire Emblem experience than Three Houses, but one that&s;s filled with fun new features and emphasises deep and varied gameplay over dating mini-games."

"The latest from Intelligent Systems proves that the studio has its finger on the pulse of the genre inside out. After a groundbreaking installment, they return to the classic approach while presenting new features that spice up and make, if …"

"With Fire Emblem Engage, Nintendo Switch hosts one of the best SRPGs on the market in terms of combat. However, we see this installment as a missed opportunity to present a classic round game due to its script. The shadow …"

"Fire Emblem Engage balances the series&s; past and its future, offering a renewed focus on the tactical gameplay, an endearing cast of old and new faces, and the best visuals the franchise has ever seen."

"Fire Emblem Engage is another reliable hit in the tactics series, even if it isn&s;t as much a step forward as previous installments."

"Nintendo&s;s long-running fantasy series looks to its rich history for this smart, satisfying turn-based strategy game."

"Fire Emblem Engage is sadly a missed opportunity to tie together a new cast of characters with the heroes of old."

"Fire Emblem Engage&s;s fantastic combat is held back by an underwhelming story that lacks the ambition of recent entries."

"Fire Emblem: Engage falters as a follow up to what I consider to be the best the series has to offer thus far. However, despite its failings with its lackluster story and characters, the deep customization and enjoyable combat makes …"

"While Engage didn’t win me over with its story, the mechanics are a different matter. I’m pleased that level grinding is being sidestepped in such a clever manner, though I still miss it. I loved how intense the battles are, …"

"Fire Emblem Engage has a lot of great elements, from its striking visuals to the classic Fire Emblem turn-based strategy gameplay. The story being told, however, does not live up to the bar set by other games in the series, …"

"Fire Emblem Engage represents a return to the more singular storytelling of past games prior to Fire Emblem Fates. Gone are the multiple stories experienced through various factions. Instead, you have one main story to go through that&s;s more centered …"

"It&s;s a solid Fire Emblem, but lacks the lasting impact to rank as a classic."

"Fire Emblem Engage is a great strategy game, but we don’t think it’s a great modern Fire Emblem game. Whether the reverence for the social elements of Three Houses came as a surprise to the team or not, the dearth …"

"Fire Emblem Engage&s;s story might be shaky, but the tactics game excels in every other way."

"It&s;s essential to remember that just a little over 10 years ago, Fire Emblem Awakening saved the franchise and brought it to the mainstream. Now, in the present, Fire Emblem Engage represents a series that now no longer needs saving. …"

"As far as the two mainline Fire Emblem titles go on Switch, Engage knocks it out of the park when it comes to general flow of gameplay and combat itself."

"Fire Emblem Engage feels like a step backward in ways that this writer appreciates. Gone are the lessons, and in their place is a genuinely affecting story with plenty of whimsy and epic tactical conquests. It’s a great way to …"

"All in all, Engage is a fun game, particularly those who have a history with the franchise. Folks who have been with the series for a while will appreciate the inclusion of classic favorite characters, as well as the nods …"

"Fire Emblem Engage is a return to form when it comes to strategy and battles, but it&s;s definitely a step backwards for the character development and social simulation elements."

"Fire Emblem Engage is mostly a streamlined experience that gives you a taste of what the series has to offer, but doesn’t showcase its true potential as a strategy game. It lacks genuine innovation, and doesn’t quite meet the standards …"

"Fire Emblem Engage’s story is derivative JRPG nonsense and its social elements are skippable, but the game’s battlefield heroics largely make up for its shortcomings. Classic Fire Emblem combat mechanics make their welcome return here and are nicely elevated by …"

"In combat, Fire Emblem Engage is the best in the series. Classic game mechanics coexist with new clever, if gimmicky, elements of entertaining but painfully unforgiving combat. Outside of the battles, however, the adventure doesn&s;t engage as much and is …"

"What makes Fire Emblem Engage especially frustrating is that, even for all of its glaring issues, there’s an undeniable joy in successfully conquering a difficult battalion through a mixture of skill, luck, and good timing. That, or spamming a series …"

"Fire Emblem Engage is another stellar entry in this storied franchise, but it&s;s also one that takes a noticeably different stance than its most recent predecessor. It&s;s all about the combat this time around, at the expense of the relationships …"

"This is the best Fire Emblem game to play ever. No exaggeration. I have not experienced all of the very early games, but I have seen enough to plant my flag for this one. But to fully experience? Way down …"

"Players looking for deep customization, expertly crafted strategy RPG combat, and a heartfelt story with adoration for more than 30 years of Fire Emblem history will find that and more in Engage. It’s one of the most gripping games I’ve …"