One of the 2 games I would recommend as an introduction to the fire emblem series, alongside Awakening. Shadows of Valentia is a remastered version of Fire Emblem Echoes, and I gotta say, it is incredible.

The aesthetic of this game gives a comforting feel due to the music and echoey yet realistic voice acting. You can't help but feel immersed in the conflict between Alm and Celica.

For a remaster, the gameplay feels a little too basic as this game is clearly inspired by Fire Emblem Fates, which has some of the best gameplay in the whole series, but has less elements than Fates. I wouldn't say it's bad, just filled with missed opportunities.

Most characters have colourful personalities, except a few that fell short on character development, as well as some voice lines that fall flat.

I love the idea that you control 2 separate armies, and each chapter has them come closer and a confrontation is inevitable.