Fire Emblem Engage

1. kenduck

   Feb 4, 2023

   10

   This emblem ring mechanics is like a subclass system that you can build different customized classes.
   
   With weapon triangles,, chainThis emblem ring mechanics is like a subclass system that you can build different customized classes.
   
   With weapon triangles,, chain attack, extra attack , and tons of different weapons and class/emblem skills, so much to considered, really provide so much fun.
   You can cast teleport to make the best use of goddess dance.
   The break system is not only useful in user phase but can also be used to lure different target in enemy's phase.
   Gameplay-wise, for me, it's amazing, and even in the last few battle it still surprise me.
   
   Map design is great. Battle animation is so cool I still watch it sometimes in the late game.
   
   Of course, some obvious flaws are there but mostly tolerable.
   Overall story is decent.
   I do hope they could modify some dialogues of protagonist, and add something for the boring early part.
   
   It's a pity the battle system and graphic team did a really great job while others don't.… Expand

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2. Stigs

   Jan 26, 2023

   10

   The game is divisive. That's because it's definitely a quality product, but the direction they took it in is a harsh step in the oppositeThe game is divisive. That's because it's definitely a quality product, but the direction they took it in is a harsh step in the opposite direction of one of the most popular entries in the series. The story is more simple and juvenile, and if you're a huge fan of the morally ambiguous nature of 3H, then you will likely not find what you are looking for here. It's a very vanilla experience that honestly feels as though it were written for kids. Considering it's age rating and artstyle, it's entirely possible it actually WAS written for kids. The ending even attempts to impart some very shonen-anime-esque moral lessons on the player.
   
   Regardless, the division is a result of the conflicting priorities of this franchises' playerbase. The music is still top notch, the maps have some of the best designs this series has seen since Conquest, the rings are loads of fun to plan around, the supports are as good as they've always been, and I never want to see an FE game without the break system ever again; it's that good.
   
   You'd think people would respect that Intsys isn't content to rest on their laurals and are willing to take risks. The games are iterative, but compared to other franchises FE places a higher value on novelty. Just looking back in the last 6-7 entries in this 17 game long franchise you can already see a wide variety of artstyles, the combat systems shifting in radical ways, and a variety of musical styles tailored to the series' many settings. Maybe they have more similarities than difference overall, but again, compared to other franchises, FE does a lot more. Hell, Three Houses was a result this series' commitment to reinventing itself.
   
   Regardless of what I prefer, I fully expect the next entry to resemble 3H more than it does Engage, and when that happens I'll probably modestly enjoy it and give it a 7-8 or something; as opposed to slapping a 0 on it and complaining about the balance or something.… Expand

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4. ScarlettFire

   Jan 21, 2023

   10

   While the story is much less gripping, the return to form of "there's the evil dragon, go kill it" feels refreshing in an odd way. TheWhile the story is much less gripping, the return to form of "there's the evil dragon, go kill it" feels refreshing in an odd way. The gameplay is some of the best of the series we've had so far, with the Emblems providing a nice layer of stratagy to the game.… Expand

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5. Stinsav

   Jan 23, 2023

   8

   The biggest problem with Fire Emblem Engage is that it came after Three Houses.
   
   Overall the game is enjoyable, fun and is what I'd expectThe biggest problem with Fire Emblem Engage is that it came after Three Houses.
   
   Overall the game is enjoyable, fun and is what I'd expect from a FE title.
   
   However, it is weak in several aspects.
   
   First, and probably the most obvious to anyone who played 3H and Awakening before it, its story. Fire Emblem Engage story is pretty much cliché and totally linear. One of the points that attracted us players to 3H was its story and the ability to decide pretty much what country would rule the world. But I don't think that anyone praising 3H's whole story comparing to Engage remember that the first part of 3H is boring and pretty much the same exact thing regardless of which house you picked, it became interesting after the time lap.
   
   Now, the gameplay. Fire Emblem Engage's gameplay is a big step forward and is very fun and user friendly. A clear improvement from 3H's gameplay which was already good.
   
   Now, I see a lot of people complaining about the lack of ''character development''. When did Fire Emblem Awakening had any kind of character development, except for the main characters? 3H was the only exception to this rule, and yet again, it was for the 4 main characters. Alear does have some nice character development. You see him/her change, make more rational decisions and surpassing his/her worries and fears.
   
   Like I said, this game had the unfortunate fate of coming out after the masterpiece that as 3H and it made you all set your expectations way too high.… Expand

   • 3 of 7 users found this helpful
6. SSodeman07

   Jan 31, 2023

   6

   This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While it is a standard Fire Emblem game (i.e. combat and strategy, turn based, story heavy), it lacks something that the recent Fire Emblems had.
   
   You don't feel a connection with characters and are forced into building bonds that you can get completely done within the first couple battles. The conversations are not really... interesting? The characters are pretty static and do not provide any real reason to have them on your main team other than possessing the rings and using said rings. Maybe the main goal was to have you focus on story and battles than marrying and getting close to a character? I don't know. But I miss the option to get closer and have choices when talking to the characters.
   The home base of the game is built around you upgrading your main weapons, buying weapons you need, enhancing your abilities, and... polishing your rings. (Yeah, I couldn't believe they put that in but not choices?)
   
   It is at best...
   The orginal fight style, turn-based strategic Fire Emblem game... but cash grabbing at the fact it introduces some newer characters from recent games (Three houses, Awakening), but a lot of old ones too. Which if you haven't played the older ones (1990 to 2007), you won't know a single Emblem Ring Character.
   
   If you like the strategy part, it's great for you. If you like the character development, making bonds with the characters (even as a player), then I suggest you wait for this game to have its price lowered, even if its adding to your game collection.... just wait.… Expand

   • 3 of 5 users found this helpful
7. Edge077

   Feb 9, 2023

   4

   Such a disappointment, the most underwhelming story of the series. Characters are not at all interesting, after a while you just stop caring.Such a disappointment, the most underwhelming story of the series. Characters are not at all interesting, after a while you just stop caring. Gameplay is good but not better than other instalments. Compared to 3 Houses this is so many steps back.… Expand

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8. FireemblemHater

   Mar 26, 2023

   0

   0/10 the whole roster is made out of Fire emblem characters......................Get creative guys. I hate fire emblem characters. Wherever i0/10 the whole roster is made out of Fire emblem characters......................Get creative guys. I hate fire emblem characters. Wherever i go i see their faces. My old pal Starwalker said "These Fire Emblem characters are PISSING ME OFF
   -The original Starwalker". If you agree that fire emblem characters are gay and cringe click this link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ.
   Ok bye byeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!… Expand

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