SeekerFire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia
On the battlefield, Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia is a delightful look into the simpler combat of Fire Emblem’s past. Elsewhere, it carefully guides the series forward into new territory. There’s not as much depth as I expect from this series, but whether I was exploring 3D forests, shrines, and caves in a series first, or learning first hand why Fire Emblem’s early entries are considered a formidable challenge, it was usually good old-fashioned fun.
-- As reviewed by IGN
Product details
- In a continent torn asunder by warring gods, guide two armies through brutal tactical battles-as this reimagined RPG epic invades the West!
- Uncover the intertwining stories of heroes Alm and Celica, engage enemies, fend off dragons, and explore 3D dungeons.
- Your prowess will grow as you master this melding of modern and legacy Fire Emblem gameplay.
PROS
+ Same great Fire Emblem strategy
+ Strong cast of likeable characters
+ Additional gameplay elements add variety
CONS
- Main story is slow to get going
- Maps can be pretty dull
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By IGN on May 16, 2017
On the battlefield, Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia is a delightful look into the simpler combat of Fire Emblem’s past. Elsewhere, it carefully guides the series forward into new territory. There’s not as much depth as I expect from this series, but whether I was exploring 3D forests, shrines, and caves in a series first, or learning first hand why Fire Emblem’s early entries are considered a formidable challenge, it was usually good old-fashioned fun.
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By TrustedReviews on May 16, 2017
Now, Intelligent Systems is releasing Echoes: Shadows of Valentia, which isn’t a new game at all. Instead, it’s a full remake of the 1992 Famicom game, Fire Emblem Gaiden. This is a reminder of just how long this esteemed series has been going – but it’s refreshing; unlike reboots and remasters, full-blown remakes are rare these days.
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