We already published the list of best 3DS games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best 3DS strategy games of all time.
With amazing titles like the Fire Emblem series, Shin Megami Tensei series, and SteamWorld Heist, the 3DS surely have a great collection of strategy games.
If you’re a fan of both 3DS and strategy games, I know that you want to know the best 3DS strategy games of all time.
Most of you will know (or even still playing) some of the games mentioned in this list.
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#10. Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Shadow Wars
Build, train, and equip the ultimate elite special ops team using the latest in high-tech weapons and gear.
From the hot deserts of Kazakhstan to the towns and villages of Ukraine and the frozen lands of Siberia, you must discover and disable the secret Soviet-era “Dead Hand” bases which Russian ultranationalist Yuri Treskayev is using to build an army of drones to seize power.
#9. Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor Overclocked
Expanded and enhanced, Devil Survivor Overclocked for Nintendo 3DS builds upon the game’s original release with the addition of voice acting for the entirety of the game’s lengthy, unconventional narrative.
Moreover, that very story, already boasting multiple endings based on critical decisions by the player, now concludes with a special eighth chapter, a rousing epilogue for Shin Megami Tensei fans.
The game’s beautifully remastered hand drawn artwork and character portraits benefit from the new system’s higher resolution screens, offering players a crisper, higher fidelity experience.
#8. Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia
In 1992, the second game in the Fire Emblem series, Fire Emblem Gaiden, launched exclusively in Japan.
Now, for the first time, fans outside of Japan will get a taste of this classic game on the Nintendo 3DS family of systems.
Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia is inspired by the 1992 original, reimagined on a grander scale.
Every aspect of the Fire Emblem Gaiden game’s presentation has been updated, along with the game being fully voiced.
Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia recreates classic Fire Emblem gameplay with a modern twist, mixing in exploration of dungeons crawling with enemies.
#7. Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright
Two versions of the franchise’s new installment offer players an unprecedented choice: fight an opposing force or join the other side and try to make changes from within.
For the first time in the series, players take on the role of the main character and command an army, while struggling to decide which path to follow: helping blood relatives or the family that raised him or her.
#6. Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker
Now with new abilities, over 100 hours of gameplay, a brand new character, and fully voiced English story dialogue!
Your days are numbered.
Your character in Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker is stuck in a world that has been invaded and is on the brink of non-existence.
At the same time, you and your friends have gained the ability to summon demons via your cell phone, and with it, a power to fight against fate.
The countdown begins; will you be able to save the future of mankind?
With new abilities and demons, a brand new character, fully voiced English story dialogue, and over 100 hours of gameplay, the new content in Record Breaker greatly expands on the original DS game.
Most importantly, Record Breaker will introduce a brand new chapter to the captivating story.
Both newcomers and veterans alike will have a chance to learn more about the world of Devil Survivor 2, with the option of skipping to the new content right away or playing through the original game first.
Either way, hard decisions will have to be made in order to survive.
#5. Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest
Two versions of the franchise’s new installment offer players an unprecedented choice: fight an opposing force or join the other side and try to make changes from within.
For the first time in the series, players take on the role of the main character and command an army, while struggling to decide which path to follow: helping blood relatives or the family that raised him or her.
#4. Fire Emblem Fates: Revelation
Your battle. Your future. Your fate.
You must have Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright or Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest to access this content.
Two kingdoms have met at the crossroads of war, and you’ve walked the path of loyalty or kinship.
Yet some mysteries remain unsolved.
After purchasing either the Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright version or the Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest version, take a leap of faith in this third path by aligning with neither royal family.
The secrets you seek await you in another realm. Dare to discover the hidden truth.
In this revelatory Fire Emblem experience, your customized avatar is the main hero.
An army of knights, mages, archers and more are at your command for the most challenging battles in series history.
Each unit and weapon has strengths and weaknesses that you must balance against the foes they face.
Partner your allies on the battlefield so they can support one another in combat.
Building relationships is key-the closer your allies become, the better they’ll fight together.
- An epic storyline centered on the main character who is forced to choose between his bloodline and the family who raised him.
- Play as either a male or female protagonist; this customized avatar is the main character.
- New “My Castle” area to interact with your allies and build stronger relationships.
- Have StreetPass encounters with other players to visit their My Castle or battle against their armies to have the chance to recruit them.
- amiibo compatibility—scan the corresponding amiibo and Marth, Ike, Lucina, and Robin will appear in your game for you to battle and recruit.
- A series of DLC maps will be available for purchase, with new maps releasing every week (from 2/19 4/21).
#3. SteamWorld Heist
Join Captain Piper Faraday, smuggler and occasional pirate, as she recruits a rag-tag team of steam-driven robots and sets out on a daring adventure.
With your hearty crew you’ll board, loot and shoot your way through enemy spaceships.
Overcome the challenges of the vast frontier by upgrading your robots with unique abilities, weapons – and even stylish hats!
#2. Fire Emblem Fates: Special Edition
Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright
Return To The Light: Will you stand with your blood family against evil?
Fire Emblem Fates: Revelation
Forge Your Own Way: Will you discover the long-buried truth of your world?
Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest
Embrace The Dark: Will you subvert a corrupt kingdom from within?
THE DEFINITIVE EDITION OF THE STRATEGY RPG MASTERPIECE EXPLORE EVERY OUTCOME OF YOUR FATEFUL CHOICE IN THIS EDITION:
Defend peaceful Hoshido, join with conquering Nohr, or forge your own way without kingdoms.
- Complete version of Fire Emblem Fates, featuring Relevation path, included free in this special edition.
- 82 page art book with previously unreleased sketches, concept drawings, and more.
- Beautifully illustrated carrying pouch for your New Nintendo 3DS XL system.
#1. Fire Emblem: Awakening
Command your army and shape the course of history!
In the visually stunning world of the Fire Emblem Awakening game, you command and fight alongside an army of spirited heroes standing against an enemy with the power to destroy empires; a dark dragon whose agents include armies of the undead.
Plan your attack, customize your forces, and guide your heroes as you forge alliances that strengthen your resolve in battle and shape the course of history.
Lead a team of distinct characters with unique abilities, rich backstories, and evolving relationships that guide the path of your quest.
Plan your attack carefully the lives of your soldiers and the future of the world depends on it.
- IMMERSIVE STORY AND VISUALS: The deep and immersive fantasy storyline is told through beautiful 3D visuals and movies.
- DEEP CAST OF CHARACTERS: A massive selection of characters are at your command,withal with a unique personality and background story and different class types and skill sets.
- DOWNLOADABLE CONTENT: An extensive selection of downloadable content will be available for purchase and will offer opportunities to acquire new maps, new story elements, new playable characters, new classes, and rare items and weapons.
- CUSTOMIZATION: Create your own personalized character and fight alongside heroic characters on the battlefield.
- BONDS GROWN IN BATTLE: Team up characters to strengthen their friendships on the battlefield. The closer they grow, the better these friends and allies will fight together. Some characters can even get married!
- TEAM UP: Team up with your friend and fight against a group of enemies in the local multiplayer mode.
- The StreetPass feature allows you to exchange your team data. Recruit or battle against the other players team or purchase rare items they might carry.
- The SpotPass feature allows you to receive new maps, items and legacy characters to battle against in random battle and local multiplayer mode.
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