Nintendo Unveiled Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition

Nintendo has surprisingly announced Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition. Almost ten years after the Wii U version, the highly acclaimed action RPG is coming to Switch. Nintendo is fulfilling a wish of many players.

One of the most popular Wii U games is returning to the current generation. Originally released on Wii U in 2015, Xenoblade Chronicles X will return with improved graphics, new story elements and other additions when it arrives on Switch on 20 March 2025. Developed by Monolith Soft, the game made a strong impression on Wii U despite the technical limitations of the

As a survivor and member of the New Los Angeles (NLA) colony, it is once again up to the player to build a new home on the planet Mira. The open world consists of five continents, home to countless creatures, some of which are enormous. The sci-fi game allows players to create their own character and customise their avatar's appearance, class and play style. Players must first prove themselves within the BLADE organisation. After that, they will receive a powerful Skell: a customisable mech whose abilities will be indispensable for exploring the planet and fighting the threats. Nintendo is remaining tight-lipped about the additional content.

Players will also be able to join an online team (Nintendo Switch Online membership required) to unite forces in multiplayer missions, including challenging nemesis battles. Adventurers will also be able to recruit other players' avatars as team members for their single-player story mode.

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