CC writes, "Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Switch 2 Upgrade is out, but it's bizarrely priced with some issues that need to be addressed."
The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition gives an already excellent game that 4K/60fps glow-up.
Totally worth the wait guys. This game is fantastic. High resolution with 60fps is really great to play.
Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch 2 Edition launches today with up to 4K resolution and 60 FPS in TV mode.
Nintendo is making a bunch of announcements for the Switch 2 lately. AC Shadows, Skyrim, and Subnautica updates. And now, one of my most anticipated Switch 2 editions has shadow dropped.
I immediately purchase the Switch 1 edition for $30!!!
Yes please!!! I would have liked a free update, but the $5 fee for the upgrade is totally fine by me.
I mean, if any series deserves a free upgrade from Nintendo, it is Xenoblade. Those games run pretty badly on the original hardware. We are talking sub 480p and sub 30 fps, hell, this is exactly the type of game that makes people defend Switch emulation so much, because until now it was the only way, short of a jailbroken and overclocked Switch, to run them decently.
That said, 5 dollars is not terrible.
I’ve never played a Xenoblade game before. Is this a more westernised RPG or the more standard, emo drivel affair?
I'm not sure if you'll like it, but I'm a fan of the Final Fantasy and Tales series when I played XC2 for the first time on Switch 1, and I was immediately hooked by the beautiful world, likeable characters, and awesome battle system. I liked it even more than Tales of Arise on PS5. Arise was a bit more linear compared to the previous Tales games, but still a great game though.
One of my favorite games ever. Now, it looks and plays better. That music is just the best.
VGChartz's Evan Norris: "A lot of video game enthusiasts complain about remasters, but I think they're missing the forest for the trees. The video game industry sees thousands upon thousands of games released each and every year; who cares if a handful are remasters of old games? If anything, they're a net positive. They shine a spotlight on underplayed games of yesteryear or bring old classics to the attention of a brand new generation. That's certainly the case with this year's shortlist, which includes a graphical overhaul of the legendary action-RPG The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion; an expanded remaster of fan-favorite Final Fantasy Tactics; a return visit to 1930s Tokyo in Raidou Remastered; and a second chance at stardom for one of the very finest WiiU games, Xenoblade Chronicles X."
When I saw there was a 60fps patch note after buying it for Switch and playing maybe 7 hours, I stopped. I paid for the upgrade, and am glad I did, BUT it does need some work to make it as good as it should be, with paid DLC! Load times are much better on the Switch 2 version! Definitely an improvement over the OG Wii U times and the OG Switch.
If you like RPGS, and want to explore a massive open world, that is rewarding and now runs the way it should (60FPS) this could be a fantastic game for you! The upgrade to dynamic 4K could use some work, but it still looks far better than the OG Wii U Release. I hope there is a patch that addresses the 4K.
Just a heads up, until you progress to about chapter 4, it's a learning curve. Also, Skells are fantastic, but you have to put time into the game to 'earn' one. Once you do, it really opens up the game.
Glad it got a Switch 2 Update, but a little more polish would be great! For $5 it's worth upgrading, IMO just for 60fps. I loved the game though. So...
DF stated that the update is basically a patched 60fps but everything else is kinda botched at least with the first version. Unsold me on buying it. Might look at it again if the quality takes a big jump. Paying for a bad update in no bueno.
Just started playing this game. I’ll pay for the update once everything gets fixed. Maybe.
Another botched job for a Switch 2 game. Sigh!
"Upgrade Is Good But Needs Work"
yeah...those work should have been done BEFORE selling it. the game was originally a Wii U game for god sake, they've had so much time to "work" on it, but they didn't. you know why? Because this is the version they INTENDED to deliver from the very beginning! minimum effort, maximum profit! it's the Nintendo way