The Fire Emblem series is a series of tactical role-playing games developed by Intelligent Systems and published by Nintendo. The series was created by Shouzou Kaga and was first released in Japan in 1990 for the Famicom console. The first game in the series, titled Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light, was released in Japan in 1990 and was later released in the United States in 2003. The game follows the story of Prince Marth of the kingdom of Altea as he fights to reclaim his throne and defeat the evil dragon Medeus. Since then, numerous Fire Emblem games have been released for various platforms, including home consoles, handheld consoles, and mobile devices. The series has become known for its tactical gameplay, complex character relationships, and deep narrative. Fire Emblem games have been released for a variety of platforms, including home consoles, handheld consoles, and mobile devices. The franchise has also spawned numerous spin-off games, including RPGs, fighting games, and action games.