Xenoblade Chronicles 2

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8.5

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  1. johnly
    Jul 12, 2022
    10
    This was my second big Nintendo Switch game purchased after BotW, and it absolutely hooked me from the start! An excellent JRPG while pushing the boundaries of the genre. I have played through 3 times now. This was my introduction to Xenoblade, and I have since played through: Torna, XCDE, and Futures Connected. This might now be my favorite game franchise, and I am beyond excited for theThis was my second big Nintendo Switch game purchased after BotW, and it absolutely hooked me from the start! An excellent JRPG while pushing the boundaries of the genre. I have played through 3 times now. This was my introduction to Xenoblade, and I have since played through: Torna, XCDE, and Futures Connected. This might now be my favorite game franchise, and I am beyond excited for the release of XC3!!!… Expand
  2. RandomizedGamin
    Jul 24, 2022
    9
    This game was a lot of fun for me as a story enjoyer and a rookie to rpgs. It has so many cutscenes and every character has so much depth and tragedy. It's combat system is also amazing once you understand. But here's the thing. UNDERSTAND. This game has a lot of complicated things adding to the auto attack which is a lot to take in. So as a newcomer, I can see this being an issue. It alsoThis game was a lot of fun for me as a story enjoyer and a rookie to rpgs. It has so many cutscenes and every character has so much depth and tragedy. It's combat system is also amazing once you understand. But here's the thing. UNDERSTAND. This game has a lot of complicated things adding to the auto attack which is a lot to take in. So as a newcomer, I can see this being an issue. It also has a lot of cutscenes, which personally I have no issue with, but for hardcore gamers, they might find this a tad bit too slow or boring. I highly recommend it for gamers who like to spend a lot of time on games, and are interested in the story.… Expand
  3. supdude80
    Jul 26, 2022
    9
    absolutely amazing, and a great sequel to the first game! not as good as the original due to the first third of the game being slower paced, but the last 5 chapters 1000% delivered.
  4. Progamer221706
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    As an ambitious game with multiple blades and multiple ways to play monolithsoft really delivered a fantastic sequel to the already magnificent franchise.
  5. TehPorkkana
    Jul 29, 2022
    9
    I really really enjoyed my time playing XC2. One of my all time favorite games. First chapters suffer from pacing issues and bad tutorials but when the game clicks oh boy does it click. The combat is deep and engaging even after 100 hours. The story is a roller coaster of emotions. Filled with rich characters, surprisingly adult themes and exciting twists. The world and it's characters areI really really enjoyed my time playing XC2. One of my all time favorite games. First chapters suffer from pacing issues and bad tutorials but when the game clicks oh boy does it click. The combat is deep and engaging even after 100 hours. The story is a roller coaster of emotions. Filled with rich characters, surprisingly adult themes and exciting twists. The world and it's characters are really well written. XC2 also has one of the best video game soundtracks I have heard. You will be listening these songs long after you finish the game. I would also strongly recommend to check out the story DLC Torna the golden country. It fixes many of the issues original game had and expands the story. Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is not for everyone though. For example I can see how the occasional over the top humor and inconsistent visual design on blades might turn some people off. Combat system is not the easiest to learn but when you get a hang of it you will love it. For me the game is solid 10/10 but it is not perfect.… Expand
  6. delastreet26
    Aug 2, 2022
    10
    5 years since I completed this game and I am still listening its beautiful OST when I am working. This game is so special and the characters are one of a kind! If you are looking for a game to spend hundred of hours this is what you are looking for.
  7. XC_BC
    Aug 17, 2022
    10
    Story 9/10
    Music 10/10
    Gameplay 8/10

    This is MASTERPIECE. The storytelling is incredible, with the GREAT music, this absolutly be my favourite among the series.
  8. DarioKalen
    Aug 1, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, top tier story and characters and wonderful landscapes and exploring. The combat system is great as well, really liked it. Among the very best games imo.
  9. alt4
    Aug 30, 2022
    10
    This game expands upon everything from 1, improving it, the combat is faster, the story pacing is better, the side quests are more fun to do, don't get the wrong impression over a couple of out of context jokes that didn't quite land. Definitely the best JRPG out there
  10. Char_ss
    Sep 14, 2022
    10
    Great game. The story and music are very good. Game system is interesting. Characters are feeling real.
  11. lucinhagamer
    Aug 26, 2022
    10
    this game will always be a instant classic for switch, so good i love it so much
  12. ali_3410
    Sep 1, 2022
    10
    It's the first Xenoblade game I played, the one that made me like the saga, the gacha system didn't seem heavy, 3 hours of farming allowed me to get all the characters. A game with a lot of content.
  13. Rokka_
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I ever experienced but sadly it doesn't the love it deserve and it is the modern the definition of don't judge a book with its cover
  14. Sterrewiggelary
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Mindblowing story with some brilliant characters. The blades are not for everyone, but make the game a unique experience.
  15. harima2
    Nov 17, 2022
    10
    One of the best JRPG ever made with an engaging story, cool characters and an insane soundtrack! A must play
  16. carlinos
    Jul 16, 2021
    9
    Very fun game, the story is very amusing, i liked very much the combat system, the characters are also very charismatics. I played through 120h without getting bored a single second. highly recommended if you have a switch.
  17. Isneyzhao
    Feb 19, 2022
    8
    Pretty good as a modern JRPG. But has some flaws compared with other successful JPRGs
  18. DreamEaglr
    Apr 19, 2021
    9
    (Для русских ревью ниже)

    One of the best aRPG and best game in terms of story and OST in this generation. My gametime now is 244 hours and i complete this game twice and do mostly of sidequests, battle system is still entertaining. Can't wait for DLC. The only bad thing in that game is bad optimisation. Если ставить лоб в лоб все Xeno-игры, то Xenoblade 2 уже практически может    (Для русских ревью ниже)

    One of the best aRPG and best game in terms of story and OST in this generation.

    My gametime now is 244 hours and i complete this game twice and do mostly of sidequests, battle system is still entertaining. Can't wait for DLC.

    The only bad thing in that game is bad optimisation.

    Если ставить лоб в лоб все Xeno-игры, то Xenoblade 2 уже практически может встать в ряд с такими монстрами, как Xenogears и Xenosaga.

    Для тех, кто играл только в Xenoblade и Xenoblade X, эта часть будет в чем то даже хуже них, но для поклонников MonolithSoft, которые застали первые части этой серии, Xenoblade 2 будет просто праздником:

    Xenoblade 2 - это игра, в которой гора фансервиса и дебильных моментов стоят бок о бок с глубочайшим и мрачным сюжетом, который затрагивает не только множество стран, но и отсылает на события, которые происходили много сотен лет назад.

    В которой совершенно невменяемое обучение и интерфейс + огромное перенасыщение механиками, но глубочайшая боевая система и большое разнообразие тех самых механик.

    Если объективно сравнить её с оригинальным Ксеноблейдом, то в этой части просто отвратительная оптимизация, вызванная в главную очередь тем, что большинство программистов из самой MonolithSoft в то время работали надо Зельдой.
    Так же в первой половине игры очень сильное перенасыщение фансервисом. Понятное дело, что разработчики таким образом хотели создать огромную разницу между первой и второй половиной игры, но они с этим переборщили.

    Зато в этой части отличные основные персонажи и великолепные злодеи
    (а так же опять перебор с пасхалками на Xenogears), за исключение двух главных героев в лице Рекса и Пайры, они отвратительны и являются главным минусом игры.

    Так же в игре присутствует несколько стран(в английской озвучке у всех разный акцент даже), даже политота имеется, все в лучших традициях Ксеногирс и Ксеносаги.

    Сама игра очень сильно проходится по темам войны и жертв этой самой войны, экспериментов над людьми, ущемление церковью, а так же многое другое.

    Для фанатов MonolithSoft это определённо будет лучшей и их игрой со времён первого эпизода Ксеносаги.

    На данный момент в игре наиграно 165 часов, игра пройдена 2 раза и до сих пор не надоедает.

    Одна из лучших игр современности и определенно одна из лучших Action-RPG игр.    … Expand
  19. DarkRain33
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    If you like big JRPGs with a phenomenal Story and a big world with great gameplay and tons of gameplay then you are always right with a Xenoblade game. Xenoblade 2 is no exception here.
    I played this game for 420 hours just because it has tons of content even after beating the final boss after 100 hours. JRPG fans will love this game.
  20. JonyV6
    Jan 28, 2018
    9
    Buen juego aunque tecnicamente mejorable.
    Muy buen sistema de combate, muy buena banda sonora, buena historia, duración, cuidado a los detalles...
    El juego se ve mejor mejor jugándolo en una TV que en el dock, y tiene alguna caída de frame notable sobre todo en las ciudades, pero es aceptable.
    Digno compañero del primer Xenoblade y uno de los mejores JRPG actualmente.
  21. MaKSi
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    ..................Great game. Nothing more to say,.,....!!!!................
  22. ValuedReviews
    Jul 2, 2020
    8
    This game's story isn't as good as the original's, but it's still an incredible game. Although it has a slow start (most games of this genre do) it does an extraordinary job of getting you invested in the world and the characters. I recommend looking up a guide explaining the combat since the game does do a great job of it, leading many people to get confused and quit early on.
  23. Meeeeee
    Aug 1, 2022
    10
    incredibly incredibly deeply flawed game

    also easily one of my favorites of all time god i adore this thing
  24. KrimsonKatt
    Oct 11, 2021
    9
    One of the best RPGs on Switch. Don't be fooled by the big anime booba. While certainly there, the game is a lot more than that. The combat is incredibly deep, though it takes a while to understand everything, so I suggest looking up a guide for understanding the combat. The story is incredible, with one of the best casts I've ever seen in a JRPG with incredibly well written likableOne of the best RPGs on Switch. Don't be fooled by the big anime booba. While certainly there, the game is a lot more than that. The combat is incredibly deep, though it takes a while to understand everything, so I suggest looking up a guide for understanding the combat. The story is incredible, with one of the best casts I've ever seen in a JRPG with incredibly well written likable characters and tons of crazy plot twists to keep to engaged. The gameplay, while is a bit bloating mechanics wise, is also really fun. The game is massive, with an insane number of things to do and minigames to take part in along with a gigantic world to explore. The music is also god-like and one of the best in gaming, surpassing even the first xenoblade chronicles. However, the game does have some flaws. The beginning is very rough and tutorial heavy, with all of the combat mechanics not unlocking until early chapter 4. (the game has 10 chapters) The game also has annoying gacha mechanics. Luckily you cannot pay for more rolls with real money, (unless you count the free rolls you get with the DLC, which includes tons of other things) so that's a plus. It also allows every new playthrough to be unique with the different blades you get, (basically JoJo Stands or Persona) which determine movesets and such. However, if you are going for 100%, you will need EVERY unique blade, which is hell to get. Another issue is the field skills, which arbitrarily lock off locations (including story-required areas) until you get the specified amount of field skills, which require a lot of tedious grinding and maybe a bit (or a lot of) luck. The last issue is that for about half the game you have an incomplete team with one of the characters part of this small 3-person team being a gimmick character that a lot of people don't like who requires a whole bunch of grinding to make good. You finally get your forth party member at the beginning of Chapter 5, though they don't stay around too often due to plot (constantly leaving and joining the party during Chapters 4, 5, and 6) and don't permanently join you until halfway through Chapter 6. The fifth and final party member is even worse, not joining until the beginning of Chapter 6, a little more than halfway through the game. Other than those small issues the game is absolutely amazing, and I highly recommend it for any fans of RPGs, open world games, or anime. The lore is also super interesting and I highly recommend looking into it if your interested. It shows a whole new perspective on the game you'll never notice otherwise. 8.7/10.… Expand
  25. VG_Alex
    Jul 18, 2021
    10
    "XENOBLADE CHRONICLES 2" is my favorite JRPG after "Persona 5". It has a fascinating fantasy world, excellent performance and characterization. It also highly integrates the theme and gameplay. It is still a representative work of JRPG.

    Review of "Xenoblade Chronicles 2"

    Graphic/Art: 8.5

    Music/Sounds: 10

    Narrative/Performance:10 (+0.2)

    Gameplay: 9

    Score: 9.5
  26. Fletch1027
    Feb 21, 2023
    8
    A fun world with great music that someone has a story that can get predictable.
  27. Jonyps
    Apr 2, 2022
    10
    Un magnífico JRPG Japonés de lo mejor que he jugado en Switch y le he he más de 120 horas.
    Me encantó ahora estoy jugando el 1 y no descarto regular este ya que lo jugué en 2017.
    Maravilloso e imprescindible.
  28. mattlarrubia
    Sep 24, 2020
    7
    Delete Rex and the game would be really great. The gameplay is one of the best in the genre.
  29. Lairo
    Feb 19, 2021
    10
    One of my favorites games, i really love the world, the music and the combat is really funny
  30. Bradaloop
    Jul 29, 2021
    8
    With fantastic music, impressive settings, and a (mostly) engaging narrative, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 was an enjoyable and even heart-wrenching experience. Though, subpar voice direction, unnecessarily sexualised character designs, and obtuse and confusing tutorials keep this from being one of the greats. What I think is most important to stress (apart from the gripes above) is that thisWith fantastic music, impressive settings, and a (mostly) engaging narrative, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 was an enjoyable and even heart-wrenching experience. Though, subpar voice direction, unnecessarily sexualised character designs, and obtuse and confusing tutorials keep this from being one of the greats. What I think is most important to stress (apart from the gripes above) is that this isn't a game for people with a hatred of anime tropes and that this certainly isn't the easiest game to get into; the battle system refuses to open up completely until about a dozen hours in and you're much better off watching a video explaining the combat than trying to figure out what to do from the limited and downright infuriating tutorials that the game provides.

    Generally, the game gets better as you continue on, with voice direction improving and the battle system becoming more complex for those who wish to engage with all aspects of it. The ending is fantastic and the narrative feels completely resolved by the time the credits roll. Suspend your disbelief, give the game some patience, and iron out any problems you have with the battle system early on and you'll have a great time with this game.    … Expand
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#25 Best Switch Game of 2017
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#3 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2017
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#3 Most Shared Switch Game of 2017

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83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 92 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 78 out of 92
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 92
  3. Negative: 1 out of 92
  1. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Mar 2, 2018
    73
    A fight with an ordinary enemy whose level is slightly higher can drag on for minutes, especially if you’re fighting it alone. The combat itself is also rife with problems: sometimes main character even fails to draw his weapon, or locks onto a far-off enemy, while another already is eviscerating him in close combat. [Issue#226, p.64]
  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Feb 26, 2018
    80
    Despite some rough patches, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is a worthy addition to any Switch owner's library, especially if you have a predilection for RPGs and enjoyed either of the previous entries in the series. [Issue #32 – March/April 2018, p. 75]
  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 16, 2018
    80
    Extensive and massive JRPG. Although with a rather cliché story and characters, it comes with a beautiful world and a fighting system growing more and more complex with every hour played. [Issue#282]
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