Fire Emblem Fates: Special Edition

Choose your kingdom, master turn‑based tactics, and experience three intertwining stories.

gameJRPG role-playing strategy turn-based strategy

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Best for

Fans wanting all three Fire Emblem Fates story routes on Switch

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Those who need experience grinding or non‑Switch platforms

What is Fire Emblem Fates: Special Edition?

Fire Emblem Fates: Special Edition bundles the two original story paths, Birthright and Conquest, letting players decide whether to side with the peace‑loving Hoshido or the glory‑seeking Nohr. The limited‑time bundle also grants access to the Revelation DLC when it becomes available, completing the trilogy of narratives. Each path offers distinct difficulty and gameplay mechanics: Birthright provides scouting missions for easy experience grinding, Conquest removes grinding and raises mission challenges, while Revelation sits in the middle. The game supports both single‑player campaigns and multiplayer battles, delivering a deep tactical RPG experience.

SpecificationsAI-estimated

msrp$59.99

developerNintendo SPD, Intelligent Systems

publisherNintendo

age ratingPEGI 12, ESRB T

multiplayerSingle player, Multiplayer

critic score87/100

release date2016-02-19

Key Features of Fire Emblem Fates: Special Edition

Play through two full story campaigns, Birthright and Conquest, in a single purchase.

Unlock the Revelation DLC later without buying a separate title.

Choose between three difficulty tiers within each path, from easy scouting to hardcore combat.

Experience a branching narrative where choices affect character relationships and endings.

Engage in local and online multiplayer skirmishes using any of the game’s units.

Manage unit growth without experience grinding in Conquest for a true tactical challenge.

Utilize scouting missions in Birthright to earn extra experience and gold quickly.

Balance political intrigue and battlefield tactics across two rival kingdoms.

Use Cases for Fire Emblem Fates: Special Edition

Story‑Driven Campaign

Dive into a deep narrative that changes based on your kingdom choice.

Competitive Multiplayer

Challenge friends or online opponents in turn‑based tactical battles.

Skill Development

Practice unit placement and resource management across varying difficulties.

Completionist Playthrough

Collect all characters, weapons, and endings by playing all three paths.

Pros & Cons of Fire Emblem Fates: Special Edition

Pros

All three story paths available in one bundle
Clear difficulty distinctions between paths
Rich character interactions and multiple endings
Robust multiplayer options

Cons

No ability to grind experience in Conquest may frustrate newcomers
Requires completion of chapter 6 to unlock other paths
Limited to Nintendo Switch platform

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to finish one story before playing the others?

You must complete chapter 6 in either Birthright or Conquest to unlock the remaining paths and DLC.

Is the Revelation DLC included automatically?

The Special Edition grants access to Revelation when it becomes available; you do not need to purchase it separately.

Can I play multiplayer online?

Yes, the game supports both local and online multiplayer battles.

What are the main differences between Birthright and Conquest?

Birthright offers scouting missions and easier objectives, while Conquest removes grinding, has tougher objectives, and provides less money and experience.