Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance is a tactical role-playing game for the Nintendo GameCube. Players control protagonist Ike and his companions through grid-based battles, navigating intricate storylines in a fantasy setting. As the ninth installment in the Fire Emblem series, the game introduces 3D graphics and full-motion videos. It retains the series' core mechanics, like permanent character death (permadeath) and a complex rock-paper-scissors combat system. Its rich narrative and strategic gameplay offer a deep and engaging experience.