Fire Emblem: The Binding Blade
Fire Emblem: The Binding Blade is a tactical role-playing game developed by Intelligent Systems and published by Nintendo for the Game Boy Advance. It is the sixth installment in the Fire Emblem series and serves as a prequel to Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade. Players control Roy and his army in strategic battles across the continent of Elibe.
Platform
game boy advance
Year
2002
Genre
Tactical RPG
Developer
Intelligent Systems
Controls
About This Game
The Binding Blade introduced several mechanics that became series staples, including the weapon triangle system and support conversations between characters.
This game marked the first appearance of Roy, who later became a popular character through his inclusion in Super Smash Bros. Melee.
With its challenging gameplay and deep strategic elements, The Binding Blade is considered one of the finest tactical RPGs on the GBA.
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