Shin Megami Tensei X Fire Emblem Takes Place in the Real World

An in interview with Hitoshi Yamagami from Intelligent Systems, he let slip a detail about the setting for Shin Megami Tensei x Fire Emblem.

The much anticipated cross-over between two popular franchises is still very much shrouded in mystery, except for a teaser trailer and a handful of details. However, it appears that the forthcoming game will have a more contemporary feel, set in modern times.

For a long time, I wanted to create Fire Emblem in our time, in the real world. Imagine a Pegasus that comes from the sky and lands on the Building 109 of Shibuya, Tokyo? I always though that would be incredible. At the same time, I know it's hard because of how Fire Emblem is.

I visited many companies to express these ideas. When I went to Atlus, I was told that Shin Megami Tensei together with Fire Emblem is what I wanted. So, I soon said that to Intelligent Systems and started this very special collaboration.

Oops! I shouldn't say that the game takes place in the real world. We haven't announced it, right?

What are your thoughts on Fire Emblem taking place in the "real world"?