Unleashing Nostalgia: Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack's Incredible Addition

Nintendo will be releasing the beloved GBA title Fire Emblem for Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack subscribers on June 23. This announcement follows the last Nintendo Direct in February 2023, where Game Boy Advance games were confirmed for the Switch Online Expansion Pack. During the Direct, viewers got a glimpse of the upcoming titles, which included the timeless turn-based tactics game Fire Emblem.

In addition to the new Fire Emblem addition, Nintendo Switch Online subscribers enjoy various benefits such as online multiplayer, access to select DLC, and a library of classic Nintendo games. Recently, four games - Kirby Tilt ‘n’ Tumble, Harvest Moon, Mystery Towers, and Blaster Master: Enemy Below - were added to the service on June 5. Shortly after their introduction, Nintendo revealed the exciting news of Fire Emblem joining the Game Boy Advance catalog.

Nintendo has announced that Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade, a classic title in the Fire Emblem series, will be added to the Game Boy Advance catalog for Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack subscribers on June 23. The game's arrival was confirmed alongside a trailer that showcases gameplay footage. Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade introduces players to the three lords Lyn, Eliwood, and Hector, who must join forces to uncover the mystery of the Black Fang and prevent a devastating war in the land of Elibe.

Although Fire Emblem was the first game in the series to be released in North America, it is actually the seventh installment overall. The series didn't gain its current level of popularity in the West until the release of Fire Emblem: Awakening on the Nintendo 3DS and subsequent titles. Whether driven by nostalgia or curiosity, gamers will undoubtedly be eager to experience this beloved GBA classic, which is considered one of the finest entries in the Fire Emblem franchise.

Fire Emblem: Engage, the latest installment in the series, pays tribute to beloved characters from the classic titles. Players can collect emblem rings imbued with the abilities of iconic characters like Marth and Lucina, enhancing their prowess in battles. In contrast to Fire Emblem: Three Houses, which focuses more on lore and character relationships, Fire Emblem: Engage emphasizes strategic gameplay akin to the classic titles. While not having knowledge of the classic characters' significance may not heavily impact one's enjoyment of the latest title, subscribing to the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack offers Fire Emblem: Engage fans the perfect opportunity to explore the series' rich history and gain a deeper understanding of the references made in the game. For players introduced to the series through Fire Emblem: Engage, this unlocks the potential to form a profound connection with the characters beyond their role as warriors confined in rings, granting power-ups on the battlefield. Mark your calendars as Fire Emblem will become available to Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack subscribers on June 23.