Apparently, a fresh installment in the Fire Emblem series might be unveiled sometime in 2025, if the latest whispers in the gaming community hold any weight. This upcoming game is rumored to be a reimagining of a classic title from the franchise, although there’s no word yet on which one. Furthermore, there’s no confirmation regarding the platform, especially with the buzz surrounding the anticipated release of the Switch 2 and its impressive lineup of forthcoming games.
Fire Emblem has secured its place as a beloved tactical RPG series from Intelligent Systems and Nintendo, gaining immense traction over the past decade. The series became a staple on the Switch, with memorable titles like Fire Emblem: Three Houses in 2019 and Fire Emblem Engage in 2023. Given the franchise’s evolution, there’s plenty of excitement brewing about what’s next.
With a total of thirteen main titles under its belt, Fire Emblem often draws from its rich legacy to inspire new entries. Fire Emblem Engage, for instance, introduced the “Emblem Ring” system, allowing characters to harness abilities from legendary heroes in the series. Additionally, crossover games like Fire Emblem Warriors and Fire Emblem Heroes have blended characters from across the franchise. Now, it looks like the series may revisit its history once again.
Word on the street, according to ComicBook, is that we might see an announcement for the next Fire Emblem installment as early as this year. Insider information hints at a potential remake, though details remain sparse about which game is getting a facelift or whether this will be for the current Switch or the much-anticipated Switch 2. While the Switch has seen ports of classics like Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light, it hasn’t yet hosted a full remake.
Venturing into the realm of remakes isn’t new for Fire Emblem. The Nintendo DS received its share with Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Japan-exclusive New Mystery of the Emblem. More recently, Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia brought Fire Emblem Gaiden to life on the 3DS just as the Switch hit the market in 2017.
If the revamped Fire Emblem title joins the lineup, it would add to the already intriguing array of games set for the Switch 2. Following Nintendo’s announcement of the console, the rumor mill has been abuzz with titles like a fresh Super Smash Bros. and a new 3D Mario adventure making the cut. Even Mario Kart 9 seems to be on the horizon, according to teasers from Nintendo. With all these exciting developments, Fire Emblem fans could be in for quite the treat when Nintendo officially lifts the curtain on its next-generation console.
