Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Unveils Immersive Story Details

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Unveils New Story Details in Latest Trailer

A fresh trailer for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition offers deeper insights into the game's narrative and characters. The original game's cliffhanger ending is addressed, with the new edition promising added story content that may resolve lingering questions. Originally released in 2015 for the Wii U, Xenoblade Chronicles X now arrives on the Nintendo Switch.

The "The Year is 2054" trailer features Elma, a key protagonist, recounting the events that led humanity to the planet Mira. Gameplay footage showcases the updated experience, specifically highlighting the adaptation of the game's mechanics from the Wii U's GamePad to the Nintendo Switch.

The Xenoblade Chronicles series, a JRPG franchise from Monolith Soft's Tetsuya Takahashi, is exclusive to Nintendo platforms. The first title gained a Western release thanks to fan efforts, and its success spawned three sequels: Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Xenoblade Chronicles 3, and the spin-off Xenoblade Chronicles X. The Definitive Edition brings the entire series to the Nintendo Switch.

The trailer reveals that in 2054, Earth was caught in an intergalactic conflict. A group of survivors escaped aboard the White Whale, seeking a new home. Their journey culminated in a crash landing on Mira, resulting in the loss of the Lifehold – a crucial piece of technology keeping most passengers in stasis. The player's mission is to locate the Lifehold before its power depletes.

Expanded Narrative and Streamlined Gameplay

The Definitive Edition promises to expand upon the original's cliffhanger conclusion with new story sections. Known for its scale and depth, Xenoblade Chronicles X tasks players with not only finding the Lifehold as part of the BLADE organization but also with exploring Mira, deploying probes, and battling diverse creatures to secure a future for humanity.

The Wii U version heavily utilized the GamePad, providing a persistent map and facilitating interactions. The Switch adaptation cleverly integrates these features. The GamePad's map is now a mini-map in the upper-right corner, mirroring other Xenoblade games. Other UI elements have been seamlessly integrated into the main screen, maintaining a clean interface. While this adaptation streamlines the experience, it may subtly alter gameplay compared to the original.