Fire Emblem Heroes Introduces 'Mortals’ New Year' Special Units in January 2026 Update

Nintendo has officially announced the upcoming 'Mortals’ New Year' event for Fire Emblem Heroes, set to launch with a special banner on January 1st, 2026.

This celebrated mobile strategy RPG, developed by Intelligent Systems and published by Nintendo, continues to captivate fans since its initial release in 2017.

Now available on both iOS and Android devices, Fire Emblem Heroes has consistently introduced fresh content and units through seasonal banners and Nintendo Direct presentations, maintaining its place as a staple within the Fire Emblem franchise. The newly revealed 'Mortals’ New Year' banner shines a spotlight on exclusive New Year’s-themed versions of beloved Fire Emblem characters.

The featured units set to join the roster include: - Heimdallr: New Year’s Vision - Váli: Devoted Sister - Sedgar: Festive Horseman - Baldr accompanied by Höðr: New Year’s Elite According to the recent trailer published on Nintendo’s official channels, the special summon banner will commence on January 1st, 2026.

Alongside the banner, a new paralogue chapter titled 'Mortals’ New Year' will bring fresh story content and challenges to both veteran summoners and new players alike. An official statement from Nintendo highlights the company’s commitment to delivering engaging seasonal content: The development team at Intelligent Systems aims to celebrate the New Year by offering fans the opportunity to obtain exclusive versions of their favorite heroes, ensuring that Fire Emblem Heroes remains an evolving experience on the Nintendo platform. Fire Emblem Heroes has earned a reputation for its robust event schedule and approachable gameplay, steadily achieving milestones such as surpassing 20 million downloads worldwide and becoming one of Nintendo’s most successful mobile titles.

The game’s thriving in-game economy, regularly updated banners, and accessibility through the eShop and mobile app stores have contributed to sustained engagement within the Fire Emblem community. The 'Mortals’ New Year' event is anticipated to not only introduce limited-time units but also enhance the year-end festivities for Fire Emblem Heroes players.

As the banner goes live on January 1st, 2026, fans are encouraged to stay connected to official Nintendo and Fire Emblem Heroes channels for further updates and details regarding summoning rates, skills, and upcoming story developments. For more information, players can access Fire Emblem Heroes through the Nintendo eShop on Switch or their preferred mobile app store and follow the game on social media.

As always, this latest update reaffirms Nintendo’s dedication to providing memorable experiences for the global Fire Emblem community.