Fire Emblem Engage Relay Trials Bug: Nintendo Investigating Multiplayer Issue After Day One Update

Fire Emblem Engage launched to strong critical acclaim on the Nintendo Switch, continuing the storied legacy of Intelligent Systems’ acclaimed strategy RPG franchise.

However, not long after release, a technical hiccup surfaced in the game’s cooperative multiplayer Relay Trials mode following its day one update.

Relay Trials, accessible via tickets earned throughout the main campaign, introduces a cooperative gameplay element where players asynchronously tackle maps with friends or random participants.

The mode’s design allows participants to take individual turns without the need to complete battles in a single session, further expanding Fire Emblem Engage’s strategic possibilities on Nintendo Switch. Shortly after launch, players began reporting an issue related to joining and continuing matches in Relay Trials.

Specifically, when choosing the “take over” option after selecting “random,” players are met with a message indicating “no data to take over,” effectively preventing them from joining ongoing sessions.

Nintendo’s official customer support was quick to address these reports, acknowledging the problem via their social media channels.

Translated from their post, Nintendo stated that they are aware of concerns regarding the inability to transfer data in the Relay Trials mode when "random" is selected, and are actively investigating the underlying cause.

The company apologized for the inconvenience, assuring affected users that updates will be shared as more information becomes available. To minimize the likelihood of encountering this Relay Trials bug, current recommendations suggest manually inputting a join code rather than relying on the random matchmaking option.

This workaround offers players a temporary alternative while Nintendo works toward a permanent solution. Fire Emblem Engage’s Relay Trials has been praised for its innovation, with reviewers highlighting its co-op mechanics and the addition of Entryway portals, enabling seamless collaboration between friends and the wider community.

Despite the current multiplayer hiccup, overall impressions of the game remain positive, and the studio’s responsiveness to technical feedback is consistent with Nintendo’s established reputation for post-launch support. For now, players are advised to stay patient as Nintendo continues its investigation and prepares a fix via a future update on the Nintendo Switch.

Fans eager for official updates should follow the company’s support channels or check the eShop’s news section for the latest patch notes and information. Fire Emblem Engage is available now exclusively on Nintendo Switch, with ongoing updates ensuring an optimal gameplay experience for both solo strategists and co-op enthusiasts.

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