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Fire Emblem Engage

Reviews
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GAMEPLAY Pleasant and fun combat system

graphics Some areas are rather anonymous

Fire Emblem Engage is a fast-paced strategy RPG with a lot of cool features. It uses the famous weapon triangle to give each hero a specific advantage against their opponent, which helps add a little weight to battles. In addition, there are also multiplayer options. While Engage has all the bells and whistles one would expect from a Fire Emblem title, the game isn't quite as complex as you might think. It doesn't have the most elaborate cast, and there is a lack of social elements. There aren't enough opportunities to spend time with the characters, but there are plenty of interesting locations. While the story doesn't go anywhere, it does have some neat things to say. For example, the titular Emblem rings are a great way to bring your favorite heroes from past games to life, though it can get a bit overwhelming. If you haven't played a Fire Emblem game before, it's also a great way to get acquainted with the series' many storied characters.

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by R-emory

86 Critic Reviews

graphics Improved visual fidelity from previous entry

technical Poor Leveling/SP grind balancing

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 it one well worth

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Fire Emblem Engage is a solid entry in the franchise. It’s easily the best Fire Emblem game from the modern generation (awakening onwards). I enjoyed my time so much that I’m already returning for my second, more relaxed playthrough on maddening.

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GAMEPLAY The series' combat has never been better

GAMEPLAY Dialled back social sim and romance aspects may be a disappointment to some

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

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GAMEPLAY Amazing in-depth gameplay

GAMEPLAY Minigames feel repetitive

Fire Emblem Engage is a entertaining fun entry in the long running FE series. It will keep you hooked with its silly atmosphere and addicting gameplay. If you have ever wanted to play the video game version of an Saturday morning anime cartoon...

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story An interesting and engaging story

GAMEPLAY Some parts get lost in the density of it all

Fire Emblem Engage is a masterpiece of tactical gameplay design. Varied enemies, classes, combat systems, and more make it feel like the best the genre has to offer. An interesting story runs through everything...

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GAMEPLAY Smooth combat system

graphics Clipping of character costumes/hair/accessories in major cutscenes

Fire Emblem: Engage is a return to the more linear Fire Emblem style of storytelling while continuing the path that Fire Emblem: Three Houses began with the graphics and combat upgrades.

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by UErma

GAMEPLAY Tons of unit customization, challenging but fair maps, new battle mechanics are a hit.

story Disappointing story, many characters are one-note

Fire Emblem Engage is a celebration of the rich history of my favorite video game franchise. While most new entries in the series focus on a fresh cast of characters, Fire Emblem Engage mixes its...

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GAMEPLAY Emblems add an interesting extra dimension

story Uninspired story

Fire Emblem Engage emerges as a decent but ultimately fairly forgettable entry in the series. It seems like a game undecided whether it wants to spend its time celebrating the past or leaving its own mark on the series, and doesn’t really do either.

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Fire Emblem: Engage will be welcomed by longtime fans who’ve felt disenfranchised by the direction of recent Fire Emblem games. The battlefields are clever and challenging, the visuals are outstanding...

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by bobby

GAMEPLAY Robust combat features and fun ring system

story Its hub world isn’t integrated into the story that well

Focusing more on its traditional combat experience, Fire Emblem Engage is an impressive game that tries to give you a lot to play with and succeeds in feeling refreshing yet on brand.

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Characters Incredible cast of characters

story Main story is a bit simple

Fire Emblem Engage may not be my dream game, but it is still a damn good Fire Emblem game. The worst parts of it are merely okay, and the best parts of it paint a bright picture for the future of the franchise.

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GAMEPLAY The best combat system the series has seen, with meaningful changes like the Engage system

technical Overwrought customization systems that could be streamlined

Fire Emblem Engage is a bit of an odd beast; it doesn't feel like a true advancement of the franchise's formula as a whole, but it has some great elements that feel like meaningful changes.

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by IrvinA

GAMEPLAY Deep tactical combat system

GAMEPLAY Dumbed down social sim aspect

Fire Emblem Engage is everything that I’ve been expecting sans the social aspect, which is something that I loved. Despite that, I enjoyed the ride and I’m already think about my next playthrough, which will focus on a different lineup of characters.

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by Atilla

GAMEPLAY A fantasy adventure road trip where you want to keep going

GAMEPLAY Running around the Somniel loses its fun 40 hours in

Fire Emblem Engage is an adventure I wanted to keep going, with characters you want to get to know even while the land is becoming mired in war. It feels like a celebration of the series' past combined with a whole new story.

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GAMEPLAY Emblem Rings adds new tactical layer to combat

story Simple story

Fire Emblem Engage feels like a love letter to loyal fans of the series, providing pangs of nostalgia with recognisable characters, as well as an even deeper combat system that builds upon already solid foundations.

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Fire Emblem Engage has so much to love, yet feels a little empty. With tight and tricky combat, gorgeous graphics and art, and vibrant character designs, its first impression is a good one. But as the story progresses, things feel a little soulless.

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graphics Excellent art design

GAMEPLAY Tedious Somniel activities

Fire Emblem Engage is another reliable hit in the tactics series, even if it isn't as much a step forward as previous installments.

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81 Gamer Reviews

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GAMEPLAY Pleasant and fun combat system

graphics Some areas are rather anonymous

Fire Emblem Engage is a fast-paced strategy RPG with a lot of cool features. It uses the famous weapon triangle to give each hero a specific advantage against their opponent, which helps add a little weight to battles. In addition, there are also multiplayer options. While Engage has all the bells and whistles one would expect from a Fire Emblem title, the game isn't quite as complex as you might think. It doesn't have the most elaborate cast, and there is a lack of social elements. There aren't enough opportunities to spend time with the characters, but there are plenty of interesting locations. While the story doesn't go anywhere, it does have some neat things to say. For example, the titular Emblem rings are a great way to bring your favorite heroes from past games to life, though it can get a bit overwhelming. If you haven't played a Fire Emblem game before, it's also a great way to get acquainted with the series' many storied characters.

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