Nintendo has expanded its Game Boy Advance – Nintendo Switch Online library with the addition of Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones, available now for Expansion Pack members, as announced on April 21, 2025.
Originally released in Japan on October 7, 2004, and in North America and Europe in 2005, Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones is the eighth entry in the beloved tactical RPG series developed by Intelligent Systems.
Set in the continent of Magvel, players guide royal twins Eirika and Ephraim as they lead their forces to restore the war-torn kingdom of Renais, uncovering dark secrets behind an invasion by the Grado Empire. The game features strategic turn-based combat, permadeath for fallen units, and a class change system for unit customization.
This marks the second GBA Fire Emblem title on the service, following Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade in June 2023. Fans on platforms like X have expressed excitement, praising the game’s engaging characters and strategic depth, with many calling it a standout in the series.
Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones is accessible to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers. For more details, visit Nintendo’s official website or check out gameplay trailers on their YouTube channel.