Get ready for a shock, Nintendo fans! The company has just stealth-launched “Fire Emblem Shadows,” a brand-new free-to-play smartphone game that’s available for download right now.
This exciting new title, released overnight for both iOS and Android, reimagines the classic Fire Emblem tactical role-playing gameplay by weaving in thrilling social deduction elements. Imagine strategizing with your team of heroes, all while wondering: who among us is secretly a traitor? Or perhaps you’ll be the one to embrace the path of shadow?
Nintendo hasn’t introduced a new smartphone game in quite some time, with their last major release being Pikmin Bloom in 2021, a collaboration with Pokémon Go creator Niantic. However, the success of their previous mobile venture, Fire Emblem Heroes, which generated over $650 million in three years since its 2017 launch (thanks to its gacha-powered mechanics), makes this fresh spin-off a very logical move for the company.
Fire Emblem Shadows is now available!
Get ready for bite-sized battles with real-time tactics and treachery!
— Fire Emblem Shadows (@FE_Shadows_EN)
The game’s description teases: “Choose light or shadow, then engage in strategic combat featuring two disciples of light and one disciple of shadow. After an initial battle, players vote to determine who they believe is the treacherous disciple of shadow. Whether the disciples of light can correctly discover the traitor — or the disciple of shadow can successfully deceive the others — will dictate how the next battle unfolds. Expect the unexpected and be wary of enemies and allies alike.”
Players will encounter light and shadow versions of beloved characters. For instance, Lyn is available during the initial launch season, with quicker unlocks for those who opt for the premium version of the game’s first battle pass.
If you’re eager to jump into the action, you can start your download from your device’s respective app store now.