Fire Emblem: Three Houses

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8.8

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  1. Phuz
    Nov 14, 2021
    10
    Edit: A note about the 0/10 scores on here. People are allowed an opinion. Giving a zero doesn't mean they are counterbalancing 10/10's they don't agree with. For starters if you don't like playing with subtitles, then this is an instant 0/10. The voice acting is shockingly bad. The dialogue is just as bad with heirs to the throne all using the slang of a 10 year old and it just soundsEdit: A note about the 0/10 scores on here. People are allowed an opinion. Giving a zero doesn't mean they are counterbalancing 10/10's they don't agree with. For starters if you don't like playing with subtitles, then this is an instant 0/10. The voice acting is shockingly bad. The dialogue is just as bad with heirs to the throne all using the slang of a 10 year old and it just sounds stupid. Lorenz, Bernadette, Marrianne, (I could list more) are just total dick heads to put in a game. Claude isn't far behind them. Some people just outright don't like the anime art style, I prefer that style but not everyone does. There is dating, yes in game dating. It is **** stupid. It would be much better to give a prompt saying would you like to stare at Manuela's **** for 30 seconds and yes/no options. It is now possibly my favourite game ever and I am surprised still at how high it scores. It has some big gaping holes in its production.

    Anyone saying this voice acting is good, is either very young, or very deaf, or just accept crap acting.

    Permadeath is also optional, some reviews made out like you can't play with permadeath. You can.

    So after getting that out of the way, here is my review.

    I usually can't stand AAA games 'cos they are usually over hyped rubbish. At first I thought the same when I started playing this too. I expected a chess style game like the amazing FE Radiant Dawn on Wii but then started playing and thought what is this God awful walking sim. As I was ready to trade it/sling it across the room, something just clicked and I loved it.

    Now this has elements that I normally can't stand like levelling up, fetch quests, terrible voice acting, walking sim, I could go on forever but suddenly after a few hours, I enjoyed it. For some reason I got dragged in to the world of crappy dialogue, crappy VA (even the Jap VA sounds OTT and cheesy) and running around the base/monastry with pointless missions and thoroughly enjoyed it. Was it the music? Possibly, as I could sit and listen to the music and the game just be a bonus.

    I have seen people slating the graphics on this, I loved it. It doesn't have to be perfect, it just needs to work in context and with the other game elements, which it does extremely well. It looked like a nice anime style to me.

    Sound - the music is amazing, the voice acting the same as every other game - totally annoying rubbish. Audio wise, this is at a level where I youtube the songs, or leave the game running even when I've finished play to carry on listening.

    Gameplay, I enjoy the strategy chess bits and I enjoy the in between sim bits a hell of a lot.

    For me this is a AAA deserving the price tag. Quickly becoming a favourite ever game of mine. The negatives with this don't warrant point deduction because my enjoyment, fun and value of this are all 10. I couldn't put it down, now on 2nd run and clocked 100 hours and bought DLC and still can't put it down.

    I've come back to this review, just to add that after A Link to the Past this is the only game that has left a void in my gaming life, when I finished it. Everything else just feels lame now.

    It is absolutely offensive that this beast of a game is only scored .3 higher than Persona 5. PUT is a boring boring game compared to this. FE3H has polish and flare. PUT feels childish.

    It is very hard to get a good grasp of a game these days from reviews. People will rate any old junk 10/10. This though, absolutely deserves it.    … Expand
  2. stinkyboy
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    There is a plethora of things to do in this game, turning it into an experience like no other.
  3. GreenMenace
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    Fire Emblem Three Houses is my favorite game on the switch. I accidentally deleted my previous review of this game so I’m rewriting it.
    Pros
    The characters The strategy The theme Cons The story is just okay DLC was somewhat disappointing Game art This game plays like a soap opera. Each character has their own arc that reacts to the story of the game. FETH won an award for the    Fire Emblem Three Houses is my favorite game on the switch. I accidentally deleted my previous review of this game so I’m rewriting it.
    Pros
    The characters
    The strategy
    The theme
    Cons
    The story is just okay
    DLC was somewhat disappointing
    Game art
    This game plays like a soap opera. Each character has their own arc that reacts to the story of the game. FETH won an award for the voice acting in it, which means that however corny the game might get, at least it rocks its corniness. This game became a target for memes because that’s what it aims to do. You’re supposed to interact with each character and feel a certain reaction to them. Over time, you get to know their likes and dislikes and that changes your opinion about them. Some characters are more two dimensional than others, but there are characters worth getting to know in every house. I look at some and think, “You pansy…” some I relate to or think of my own friends, and others I find myself rooting for.
    The strategy is satisfying, and there’s a wide range of difficulty settings to work with. You can choose to remove permadeath, and I’m sure you could choose to not use the option to go back in time to fix mistakes if you set yourself to that standard.
    Fire Emblem is a tactical strategy game about war. But what it does with its characters is explore different reactions to conflict and how loyalties get mixed in. Three houses tells the perspective of the main story from—surprise—each house. Problem is that each game will usually run about 70 hours. That’s both good and bad depending on your opinion. The nice thing? This game plays EXACTLY as marketed, so you can look at reviews from big names like IGN or GameSpot etc and decide if the game looks fun to you before buying it. I picked this game up on a whim because I liked how the strategy of strengthening each character looked and it delivered what it promised. In the hours you play, you will do a fair amount of grinding, but there are “bonding” moments between characters that shake things up. Don’t like the grind? You can simulate through a lot of that and focus on the main story…but what has fans happy with the game is how good it feels to feel like you’re a part of the monastery.
    I was fine with the DLC. It added four new characters, new features, and new classes. I wasn’t wowed by it, but I also wouldn’t want to be without it since I love the game so much (yes I have played through each ending). If graphics matter to you, you’ll also probably want to play the game docked since there is a glaring difference in graphics between docked and undocked. I thoroughly enjoyed the game in every way, and hope you check it out!    … Expand
  4. jorge1102
    Feb 24, 2022
    9
    Playing as a teacher to train students

    Very fun SRPG

    The three main lines are integrated into one game, which is very valuable
  5. Hackattaque
    Feb 20, 2022
    4
    A very good, very solid turn-based strategy game, that only suffers from a hot anime mess of a plot line (which after a great start gets bogged down in endless exposition) and a lack of surprises after the halfway point (there are only a couple of fun maps with unique mechanics like warp points).

    The idea of playing through the game again twice doesn’t appeal — in hindsight I wish the    A very good, very solid turn-based strategy game, that only suffers from a hot anime mess of a plot line (which after a great start gets bogged down in endless exposition) and a lack of surprises after the halfway point (there are only a couple of fun maps with unique mechanics like warp points).

    The idea of playing through the game again twice doesn’t appeal — in hindsight I wish the game had fewer play throughs and one single kick ass consolidated story . But still a v v good game    … Expand
  6. zalivka
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Great game, finished it 2 times (Church and Edelgard) and going to finish it one more time for Alliance and Cloud. Cool story, cool tactical combat, romance and exploration. I'm waiting for the musou spinoff.
  7. Lucas359
    Feb 16, 2022
    10
    Gracias a este titulo de la saga Fire Emblem termino de asentarse como una franquicia de interes mundial y gano el reconocimiento que siempre tuvo que tener.
    Este es claro ejemplo de series que no sabiamos que necesitabamos para la pantalla grande hasta que lo jugamos.
    Una historia increible,3 co-protagonistas con los que es imposible no simpatisar,uno mas que otro dependiendo de tu vision    Gracias a este titulo de la saga Fire Emblem termino de asentarse como una franquicia de interes mundial y gano el reconocimiento que siempre tuvo que tener.
    Este es claro ejemplo de series que no sabiamos que necesitabamos para la pantalla grande hasta que lo jugamos.
    Una historia increible,3 co-protagonistas con los que es imposible no simpatisar,uno mas que otro dependiendo de tu vision de lo que se debe hacer y del camino que se debe seguir.Todos los personajes son geniales y no tienen desperdicio.Una banda sonora que te pondra la piel de gallina en mas de una ocacion y escenas que te daran alegria/tristeteza/rabia en varias oportunidades.El camino a seguir es tuyo!    … Expand
  8. fanmadeendings
    Feb 15, 2022
    8
    The combat system is impressive and the character interactions are incredibly deep. Graphics could be better and it's a little frustrating that you need to replay White Clouds over and over to get all routes, but it having multiple routes in the first place is also a big strength!
  9. Gramscci
    Feb 3, 2022
    5
    Sin lugar a dudas uno de los mejores juegos tácticos de Nintendo. Personajes, Game play y una historia cautivadora. Un imperdible si te gustan este tipo de juegos.
  10. yangfanhong
    Feb 3, 2022
    9
    Great gameplay, attractive characters, intriguing story. It is worthy to try a second or more gameplay to view the story from other perspectives
  11. buszmenn
    Jan 30, 2022
    10
    9.5 / 10. This is my first game in this series and I already know that it will not be the last. I love games with clear rules, but lots of tactics. The game has great replayability. You can complain that the boards are repeated, but personally it did not bother me at all. Holy characters and the possibility of building a relationship between them.
  12. GenkiYokota
    Jan 27, 2022
    0
    The worst Fire Emblem that exists and I don't shy away from saying it.
    The graphics are terrible for the console they came out on, the story is one of the worst in the entire series, and the game has been sullied with mechanics that have nothing to do with the general essence of FE.
    A total shame.
  13. Adriarro
    Jan 20, 2022
    8
    It's a very good game. It has a lot of splendid characters and good gameplay. In my opinion, the main problem of that game is the plot in the first part. It sucks, but the plot in the second part is much better.
  14. zealouz
    Jan 19, 2022
    10
    Let's put this way. I have never finished any of the switch games that I owned, this one is about be finished, and I am looking forward to replay with a different house and also DLC. Easily the most addictive game, perfect with portability of switch, I think this one is a bit better than the latest one from the Persona series which I also love.
  15. crow_11__
    Jan 19, 2022
    10
    Perfection. The people who give this game any less than a 9 is a complete moron especially if all the critics can't see the epicness fantasy in this masterpece
  16. titoim
    Jan 18, 2022
    6
    I really like the tactical adventure style of Fire Emblem series as a whole, but this one I really couldn't get into. It has a lot of complex systems that doesn't really matter at the end, and a very slow-paced university section.
  17. moonlaba
    Jan 17, 2022
    10
    턴제의 지루함을 전투의 당위성과 내가 키운 캐릭터를 쓴다는 긴박함까지...무엇보다 미연시를 하는듯한 방대한 지문과 볼륨이 놀랍다. 어느 루트를 타더라도 후회는 없을듯.
  18. lesiuML
    Jan 11, 2022
    8
    Very solid game. Lot of content with satisfying gameplay although something was odd and I couldn't get as engaged as I wish. Maybe the story or the pacing were strange a little bit. Nonetheless the main star of this game are characters, they are very likeable and their stories are unique and wery well written. There are a lot of characters in each class and every single one feels veryVery solid game. Lot of content with satisfying gameplay although something was odd and I couldn't get as engaged as I wish. Maybe the story or the pacing were strange a little bit. Nonetheless the main star of this game are characters, they are very likeable and their stories are unique and wery well written. There are a lot of characters in each class and every single one feels very fresh and interesting.… Expand
  19. Alpro
    Jan 3, 2022
    10
    Amazing story, great strategy gameplay, everything you could want from a game like that!
  20. Rodionglu
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    A pretty good game and a game of the year contender. Would recommend getting this game.
  21. daldingo
    Jan 1, 2022
    10
    This game is great. It's not perfect, but it greatly improves a lot of the character systems, like skills and classes. Your characters can be molded pretty much into whatever roll you want them to. Each character still keeps its own identity and feel with natural preferences for certain skills/weapons, but there is so much freedom in this game. The story is definitely one of the betterThis game is great. It's not perfect, but it greatly improves a lot of the character systems, like skills and classes. Your characters can be molded pretty much into whatever roll you want them to. Each character still keeps its own identity and feel with natural preferences for certain skills/weapons, but there is so much freedom in this game. The story is definitely one of the better ones for the Fire Emblem series. You'll find yourself very invested in your house. Although the game does seem like it expects you to play through each house, because if you don't you'll miss key details in the overall story. So be prepared to spend A LOT of time playing if you want the full experience. The game definitely provides plenty of content.… Expand
  22. Ripper36
    Dec 17, 2021
    10
    I must say i was blown away with this beauitful Game. The Stories are flawlessly put togather. Graphics are Awesome to add. Game play is near perfect. Great Job Nintendo!
  23. KamaiJR
    Nov 28, 2021
    10
    The Best Story telling Game.I have to spend 150+ hr. to play FE3H. I can't stop to play Many Students are interesting so much. Buy now It good value for time to play
  24. kaiengelmusic
    Nov 20, 2021
    10
    I’ve 420 hours on 4 walkthoughts and dlc. For now and for me this is the best game I’ve ever played. I can not express how deeply I fell in love with it. I only wish that next game will be no less great.

    Btw, I’ve not played match with dating mechanics, but was able to up support between ALL characters in each walkthought. So existence of this mechanics is nothing, game goes not force to    I’ve 420 hours on 4 walkthoughts and dlc. For now and for me this is the best game I’ve ever played. I can not express how deeply I fell in love with it. I only wish that next game will be no less great.

    Btw, I’ve not played match with dating mechanics, but was able to up support between ALL characters in each walkthought.
    So existence of this mechanics is nothing, game goes not force to do this things.

    And don’t believe people who say that they played 10 hours and game is boring. The Story is so epic and full of twists. May be the only problem here - this twists are possible only in different paths, and please do Black Eagles as last one (my suggestion kingdom and church as first and second walkthought, after first 9 chapters you can do dlc, then Deer, and then Eagle - that’s the best experience you can get, and my 10/10 is for this experience)    … Expand
  25. Dosser
    Oct 27, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece!! Best tactical rpg ever made it expands tremendously on the existing fire emblem formula by adding a great life sim variable into the mix.
  26. Gamerofwar
    Oct 26, 2021
    10
    Best fire emblem game I have ever played. From the amazingly well done voice acting to gameplay. Forming supports with allies are well done. The story was amazing from start to finish and beautiful animated cutscenes and battles. The 4 endings, fully voice story, massive cast of characters with unique personality, amazing battles, the supports were well done and of course the iceing on theBest fire emblem game I have ever played. From the amazingly well done voice acting to gameplay. Forming supports with allies are well done. The story was amazing from start to finish and beautiful animated cutscenes and battles. The 4 endings, fully voice story, massive cast of characters with unique personality, amazing battles, the supports were well done and of course the iceing on the cake is the music. The music is amazing from slow track to the battle tracks that pomp you up and to more emotional moment in the game to fit the mood. This game is a must and so is the DLC as well, the games price is well suited for how much content is in the game at about over 250 hours or maybe even more it depends. This game is worth getting if you like a turn based strategy roleplaying game with a anime style!… Expand
  27. Retroplayer1987
    Oct 19, 2021
    10
    Best game of the franchise, interesting way to tell the story and combat system is amazing and adictive.
  28. SoyJ0S3_
    Oct 17, 2021
    10
    I loved it, it is my first fire emblem game and for some reason I stuck with it, when I write this I have over 600 hours on it.
    I love mechanics. although I do not feel safe to give an opinion
  29. tuanchuong789
    Oct 14, 2021
    9
    I love the gameplay, the story, and the characters in this game. It has a lot of romance options as well, but I wish that the game could have added more to the endings of those romantic relationships despite the well-done side stories and interactions between the MC and romanceable NPCs
  30. attemptatreason
    Oct 14, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Having played all the fe games besides path of radiance and 776, fe3h is without a doubt the most polished and modernized fe title. obviously. Most of the negative reviewers are bird brains that give this game a 0 and do nothing but eat grass irl. "this game isnt for me, uhhhh 0 / 10" "uhh graphics arent that good hehe 0/10" lmao. Going from title to title, you get to see the gimmicks and new implementation in nearly every game used in fe3h - and done almost perfectly. Like in fe fates / fe echoes, they provide that ability to go from top down pixels to the "live 3d models", ofc the supports which were there from the start, the "exploring" time which was kind of done in fe fates, the pretty fine tuned "choose to level or fight" which in fe awakening was done by buying items which would summon enemies to fight. Items no longer break and you can forge/repair them. Unlike older fe games, you want to promote based on when you get your ability - rather than trying to get as close to lvl 20 then class upgrading to carry over those stats to lvl 1. The map designs are all fresh, going from fe awakening to fe3h is night and day. While the older titles like fe ss, bb were still amazing - these were great too. The alma's turnwheel cog thing from fe echoes was explored as dragon pulses - which was done amazingly. The way they integrated supports into the story/map was so unique - no other fe title has done it or been successful at it - usually, you get relation points for fighting besides or carrying the other person, post battle in the menu / ur sprite on the map you would click support then check out each support "!" if any. In this game the supports are either locked (waiting for plot / age to catch up) or a general one - also the way it was integrated with the time skip is fantastic.
    Cons of the game: Traversing the map feels a little icky having to auto battle every turn. The map feels like im playing dota2 - everything just hits me from a screen away (mages, peg knights, bows) and 1 shots you (hard diff). Nothing tells you the stock you have when in the shop (like knowing how many seals I have in the shop menu). Giving gifts and lost items are near impossible when you have like 50 of them. Activity points when you explore in the late game feels so pointless - 9 points to go do what? no quests, no need to up any stats for me/students. Class wise - it felt super unsatisfying going anything "dumb." in older fe games - u could take an assassin, class them into some tank then only take 2 hp of dmg from a melle hit. In this game, a dedicated tank will be picked apart like nothing - but some boy with high avoid can beat up everyone in the game. Repetitivity in the fights - its a little interesting with the green "fights" in the spare time, but otherwise - its the same grind more or less.

    Overall bro - 9.1/10
    (other fe ratings):
    echoes - 8.9
    FE fates - 7
    awakening 8.6
    SS 9 (nostalgic weighting)    … Expand
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#4 Best Switch Game of 2019
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#4 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2019
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#4 Most Shared Switch Game of 2019

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89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 102 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 98 out of 102
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 102
  3. Negative: 0 out of 102
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Apr 28, 2020
    95
    There may be too much content here for busy adults to tackle! I don't know when I'm going to find the time to do full playthroughs of the other two Houses that I didn't choose to begin with! [Issue #41 – September 2019, p. 74]
  2. Universo Nintendo
    Oct 29, 2019
    90
    Fire Emblem Three Houses is one of Switch's best games of 2019 and a breeze of fresh air to this franchise. Unfortunately, its poor animations preclude any possibility of being the game of the year.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Oct 11, 2019
    86
    Large selection of classes, good AI and wide variety of missions make Fire Emblem: Three Houses one of the best turn-based tactics. [Issue#240, p.50]
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