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Fire Emblem Heroes Marks 8th Anniversary with Free Summons, QOL Upgrades

by Stella Apr 03,2025

Nintendo continues to captivate its dedicated fanbase with the latest updates to its iconic mobile game, Fire Emblem Heroes. Now celebrating its 8th anniversary—a remarkable achievement in the ever-changing landscape of mobile gaming—the strategy RPG is rolling out exciting new features and events to keep players engaged and entertained.

As part of the anniversary festivities, players can dive into special quests and enjoy a free summoning event, which is sure to excite any gacha enthusiast. The summoning pool will include exclusive 5-Star Special Heroes, making it a golden opportunity to add some powerful characters to your roster. The Binding Worlds events have been enhanced, allowing you to ally with two Heroes at once, while the Hall of Forms now offers three skills of each type in its highest chamber, providing more strategic depth to your gameplay.

For those engaged in competitive battles, the tactical retreat feature in the Arena and Arena Assault+ has been upgraded, now allowing up to three uses per match. This update gives players more flexibility and chances to strategize during intense battles. Additionally, the Legendary Revival 1 event brings back Past Legendary Heroes as 5-star Focus Heroes. If you summon 40 times or more, you'll have the chance to choose one of these heroes for free, ensuring you don't miss out on any favorites.

Fire Emblem Heroes 8th Anniversary Celebration

The Ver. 9.2.0 update brings a host of other exciting additions, which you can explore in detail through the official patch notes. If you're new to the game or looking to optimize your team, don't miss our comprehensive tier list and reroll guide.

Ready to join the celebration? You can download Fire Emblem Heroes for free from the App Store and Google Play, with optional in-app purchases available. Stay connected with the vibrant community by following the official Facebook page, visiting the official website, or watching the embedded clip above to get a glimpse of the game's stunning visuals and engaging gameplay.