Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes

88%
Game Brain Score Based on 100 reviews
  • story
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  • graphics
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Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes takes the game you loved, spins a new yarn, and throws hack and slash combat in for good measure to create a fun, accessible experience that’s incredible value for money.
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"Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes" is a fantasy hack and slash game for Nintendo Switch that allows 2-player co-op and single-player gameplay. This new story in the "Fire Emblem: Three Houses" universe follows Shez, a mercenary encountering the future rulers of Fódlan's three nations. Players can strengthen bonds with allies in the encampment, and tactically command them in real-time battles with strategic elements from "Fire Emblem: Three Houses" such as Adjutants.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 100 reviews
story20 positive mentions
grinding5 negative mentions
  • Engaging and fun real-time action gameplay that incorporates strategic elements from Fire Emblem.
  • Rich character interactions and support conversations that deepen the connection to beloved characters from Three Houses.
  • High replay value with multiple routes, new game plus content, and a variety of difficulty levels to cater to different player preferences.
  • The story feels incomplete and lacks the emotional depth found in Three Houses, with some narratives feeling darker and less hopeful.
  • Gameplay can be bogged down by excessive busy-work and resource management, detracting from the overall experience.
  • Some characters and story elements feel underdeveloped or poorly executed, leading to a less satisfying narrative compared to its predecessor.
  • story53 mentions

    The story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its exploration of region-specific issues and character backstories, while others criticize it for feeling incomplete and lacking depth compared to its predecessor, Fire Emblem: Three Houses. Many players appreciate the alternate reality concept and the variety of story routes, but some find the protagonist bland and the overall narrative lacking in significance. Overall, while the game offers engaging character interactions and multiple endings, it struggles to meet the high expectations set by its predecessor.

    • “However, the initial story chapters for all routes were all great since they felt really well developed, exploring region-specific issues and interesting background details that left me wanting more of that.”
    • “It's so interesting to see an alternate reality unfold from a familiar story.”
    • “Great storyline, several different endings are possible.”
    • “The story is a 'what if?' story headed by a painfully bland protagonist that is a poor copy of the Byleth character from Three Houses that never shuts up about being a mercenary.”
    • “After completion, I liked every character from the original game less, and the story never justified its decision for why it told this 'what if?' scenario - there is no great alteration or tragedy that results from Byleth’s destiny change from Three Houses.”
    • “For a game that was intended to follow the Three Houses storyline, it completely vacated the storyline premise of the game.”
  • gameplay31 mentions

    The gameplay of "Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes" is a blend of action and strategic elements, appealing even to those who typically prefer turn-based mechanics. While some players appreciate the integration of Fire Emblem features and the engaging hack-and-slash combat, others find the gameplay clunky and the narrative lacking depth. Overall, it offers a fun experience for fans of both the Warriors genre and the Fire Emblem series, though opinions vary on its execution and value at full price.

    • “I normally only prefer turn-based gameplay but really found the action gameplay here fun and approachable anyway.”
    • “It offers an epic adventure filled with strategic gameplay, stunning graphics, and a fantastic soundtrack.”
    • “Perfect combination of warriors & fire emblem gameplay, having a bunch of fun and already on my 2nd house's story 🔥”
    • “Gameplay-wise, for people seeking a warriors game, this is not a warriors game.”
    • “The narrative feels more like a forced marriage of Fire Emblem lore and warriors gameplay, lacking the depth and emotional resonance found in its tactical RPG counterparts.”
    • “While the battlefield is filled with familiar faces, the repetitive hack-and-slash mechanics and a narrative that struggles to engage leave this installment yearning for the strategic brilliance that defines the Fire Emblem series.”
  • graphics7 mentions

    The graphics in the game are generally praised for their stunning visuals, impressive character designs, and effective combat effects, contributing to an epic adventure experience. However, some players note the reuse of artwork from previous titles, which detracts from the sense of novelty, and there are mixed opinions regarding the overall quality, especially on the Switch platform where some found the graphics lacking.

    • “The graphics are absolutely stunning, and the character designs are on point.”
    • “It offers an epic adventure filled with strategic gameplay, stunning graphics, and a fantastic soundtrack.”
    • “Good character writing, cool music, awesome visuals, fun gameplay.”
    • “By the way, a lot of artwork assets from Three Houses are reused in this game, so a lot of it does not feel 'new.' While not ugly, it's a wasted opportunity.”
    • “Being on the Switch, I didn't expect to be blown away, but the graphics are particularly bad.”
  • replayability5 mentions

    The game offers high replayability with multiple routes and a robust New Game Plus feature that allows players to carry over character progress and customize their experience. While many players enjoy the opportunity to explore different houses and replay maps, some feel that the overall replay value is limited due to the lack of diverse classes among characters.

    • “High replay value with multiple routes and great optional New Game Plus content, allowing carryover of character levels, classes, supports, items, gold, renown, upgrades, and more. You can continue to build and customize without starting over unless you want to.”
    • “I've powered through 50 hours like it was nothing, and you always have the opportunity to play through the other houses as well, meaning there's tons of replay value down the line.”
    • “Replayable maps.”
    • “The full roster of characters returns with a few more playable ones, but they all use the same classes.”
    • “Replayable maps.”
  • grinding5 mentions

    Reviews indicate that grinding in the game is a mixed experience; while some players appreciate reduced grinding on harder difficulties, others find resource management tedious and feel that significant grinding is still necessary. Overall, the grinding aspect can be both a positive and a negative depending on player preferences.

    • “The grinding, oh the grinding!”
    • “Will require lots of grinding.”
    • “The resource management is not fun; it's tedious.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted through a variety of engaging support conversations that range from heartwarming to hilarious, enhancing character connections. Additionally, players find amusing anecdotes, such as the unexpected European version of the game, which adds a lighthearted touch to their experience. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with its established franchise style, creating an entertaining narrative.

    • “Tons of new fantastic support conversations between characters that really make you care; this was my favorite personally and ranged from heartwarming to hilarious.”
    • “Despite buying from Nintendo of America, my game was a European version, but seeing as the Nintendo Switch isn't region locked, that's more of a funny thing to tell my friends about than an actual issue.”
    • “While still keeping true to the Warriors franchise and style, 'Three Hopes' managed to combine the main aspects of 'Three Houses' and 'Fire Emblem' as a whole into an engaging and humorous work.”
  • character development3 mentions

    Character development in the game is noted to be somewhat weaker, likely due to its shorter length; however, it compensates with numerous support conversations that enhance character interactions and growth. Overall, while not the strongest aspect, it still offers meaningful moments for character development.

    • “Tons of support conversations and character development.”
    • “The graphics are absolutely stunning, and the character designs are on point.”
    • “The character development is a little weaker, but it's a shorter game, so I think that's fine.”
  • music3 mentions

    The game's music is highly praised, featuring a fantastic soundtrack that blends original compositions with remixes of classic Fire Emblem tracks. Players appreciate how the music enhances the epic adventure and complements the game's strategic gameplay and stunning visuals.

    • “The game features a fantastic soundtrack, with a mix of original compositions and remixes of classic Fire Emblem tracks.”
    • “It offers an epic adventure filled with strategic gameplay, stunning graphics, and a fantastic soundtrack.”
    • “Good character writing, cool music, awesome visuals, and fun gameplay.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players appreciate the engaging support conversations that evoke a range of emotions, from heartwarming to humorous, enhancing character connections. However, some feel that the overall narrative lacks the depth and emotional impact typical of traditional tactical RPGs, resulting in a less resonant experience.

    • “Tons of new fantastic support conversations between characters that really make you care; this was my favorite personally and ranged from heartwarming to hilarious.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    While players enjoy the gameplay, they report that the technical performance of the game is subpar, indicating issues with optimization.

    • “The gameplay is fun, but the technical performance is lacking.”
    • “The game suffers from severe optimization issues that hinder the overall experience.”
    • “Frequent frame drops and long loading times make it hard to enjoy the game.”
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