Dating back to 1990 with the Japan-exclusive release ofFire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light,theFire Emblemfranchise is one of the most iconic series of tactical RPGs. Fans and critics alike praise its characters and “perma-death” mechanic. While the franchise was initially exclusive to Japanese audiences, localization began in 2003 with the release ofFire Emblem: The Blazing Blade.
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With the release ofFire Emblem: Three Houses,the franchise has more fans than ever looking to play previous games. However, several entries in the series are far more expensive than gamers may expect. For dedicated collectors, though, the price tags on these games just might be worth it.
10Shadow Dragon
Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragonwas originally released for the Nintendo DS in 2008 and is a remake of the very first entry of the series. The game faithfully recreated every map in the game, while adding mechanics such as reclassing and optional chapters.
Finding new copies of the game can be quite difficult. The price of new copies tends to vary based on whether the box is included with the cartridge. Generally,a copy will cost at least $60.
9The Blazing Blade
Released for the GameBoy Advance in 2003,Fire Emblem: The Blazing Bladewas the first entry in the series released outside of Japan. In the west, it simply released in the west asFire Emblem.A prequel to the Japan-exclusiveFire Emblem: The Binding Blade, the game featured a tutorial in the form of Lyn’s story, as a way of introducing newcomers to the series.
While the game was available on the Wii U virtual console, original copies of the game for the GBA still run upwards of $80.00 for a used copy. Based on how much is included with a copy, the game can cost anywhere between$60.00 and $100.00.
8Fates (All Routes)
One of the most recent installments in the series, new copies ofFire Emblem Fatesare still quite readily available to those looking for them. While the cartridges of the game run their MSRP of $40.00, the game uniquely features varying path options.
After purchasing a cartridge of eitherBirthrightorConquest, if a player wishes to obtain the two other routes of the game, each additional route will cost $20.00. This comes to $80.00 for the full experience.
7The Sacred Stones
The eighth entry in the series and the second to be released outside of Japan,Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stoneswas the final entry in the series to be released for the GBA. Fondly remembered for its branching promotion trees, its split-path storyline allowed players to follow the perspective of one of two protagonists.
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LikeThe Blazing Blade, the game was re-released for the Wii U Virtual Console. Used copies of original port of the game currently sell second-handfor $80.00 and up.
6The Binding Blade
Fire Emblem: The Binding Bladewas the first entry in the series to release for the GameBoy Advance. Some fans know it as the home-game of Roy. While the game has never been officially localized and released outside of Japan, those looking to obtain physical copies of the game can have them imported.
While fan-made translated copies have been made, imported copies of the original GBA release tend to sell anywhere between $80.00 and $100.00.
5Shadow Dragon And The Blade Of Light (Collector’s Edition)
This first entry in the series originally released exclusively in Japan. However, was digitally ported to the Nintendo Switch to celebrate the series' thirtieth anniversary. Though this rerelease was digital, a limited physical collector’s edition was released as well.
Featuring an art book as well as a recreation of the original NES box, copies of the collector’s edition quickly sold out at the time of their release. Now, they tend to sell upwards of $100.00 secondhand.
4Radiant Dawn
Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawnis the tenth entry in the series and the only entry to release for the Nintendo Wii. A direct sequel toFire Emblem: Path of Radiance, the game featured a unique shifting story perspective. It allowed players to transfer some of their data from the previous game, which impacted some aspects of gameplay such as bond supports.
Despite releasing internationally, the game can be quite difficult to find. It tends to sell around $100.00 for a used copy, with new copies sellingfor over $140.00.
3Thracia 776
Never released outside of Japan,Fire Emblem: Thracia 776was originally released in 1999. It was notably the last entry in the series that the franchise creator, Shouzou Kaga, worked on.
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This title had the worst sales of any game in franchise history. Thus, it should be no surprise that there aren’t many copies floating around. While prices vary based on the condition of the game, imported Japanese copies ofThracia 776regularly sell for over $300.00
2Path Of Radiance
The most valuableFire Emblemgame to release internationally,Fire Emblem: Path of Radiancereleased for the Nintendo GameCube in 2005. It didn’t see nearly as much success as either of the preceding internationalFire Emblemgames. However, fans have since come to regard it quite highly, as one of the best entries in the series.
Between the low availability of copies and the high demand for the game, prices run high. Used copies of the game currently sell for between $300.00 and $400.00, based on the condition of the disc and case.
1Thracia 776 (Collector’s Edition)
WhenFire Emblem: Thracia 776initially released, players could choose to buy a collector’s edition. This edition included a treasure trove for fans of the series. Items included two plushes, a map ofThracia, and even a VHS tape that included lore regarding the connections betweenThracia 776andGenealogy of the Holy War.
This collector’s edition is incredibly difficult to find. Thus, used copies with all of the edition’s original contents included sell for upwards of $500.00.
