Xenoblade Chronicles 2

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2500 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,077 out of 2500
  2. Mixed: 183 out of 2500
  3. Negative: 240 out of 2500
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  1. Mauronomas
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Un juego hermoso, esplendoroso, perfecto. Mecánicas novedosas. Historia apasionante. Sistema de progresión impecablemente ejecutado. Mundo gigante y variado. Una berdadera odisea la aventura.
  2. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    8
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!
  3. Cehanson
    Aug 29, 2023
    7
    Solid game. Story was not as good as xc1, but I still enjoyed it. Combat was a lot of fun, better than xc2. Problem is the game has arbitrary game mechanics that seem to only hurt the player and make the game artificially longer. Such as the whole gatcha mechanic for getting new blades. Would be a solid 8/10 without these meaningless mechanics
  4. Ikrus
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    Hands down the best Switch game there is. The story, the music, the character, the combat – all absolute top tier.
  5. Omletter
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is a massive, sprawling JRPG with a rich story, a deep battle system, and a beautiful world to explore. It's a great choice for new fans of the genre, as it offers a lot of content and customization options without being overwhelming.
  6. Andbrian
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    For years, I had stated that Xenoblade Chronicles 1 was my favorite game of all time. Now, having played Xenoblade Chronicles 2, I think this might take the cake. I think the OST was better this time around, better graphics (duh, newer system), story was equally good if not better, better combat system and more memorable characters. I absolutely loved it and I hope you will too (it doesn'tFor years, I had stated that Xenoblade Chronicles 1 was my favorite game of all time. Now, having played Xenoblade Chronicles 2, I think this might take the cake. I think the OST was better this time around, better graphics (duh, newer system), story was equally good if not better, better combat system and more memorable characters. I absolutely loved it and I hope you will too (it doesn't require that you play the first beforehand).… Expand
  7. Borderlinez
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is a sprawling JRPG with a beautiful world to explore and a compelling story to experience. The graphics are top-notch, and the combat is both strategic and engaging. It's a must-play for fans of the genre.
  8. Alicedcac
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    I still don't know how they can fit this massive world into a Switch but they did it. This is no doubt one of the most unique experience I have ever been through
  9. Devicra
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Me ha encantado el juego asta tal punto que amo a Monolith soft y a nintendo
  10. DarkwingSchmuck
    Jul 28, 2023
    9
    The long-awaited true sequel to Xenoblade Chronicles, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 recaptures everything that made its predecessor so special, and in some ways improves upon it. The battle system is even more refined, and the game boasts an equally as strong story and cast of characters. It's more lighthearted overall than what one would come to expect from a Xeno branded game, and it doesThe long-awaited true sequel to Xenoblade Chronicles, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 recaptures everything that made its predecessor so special, and in some ways improves upon it. The battle system is even more refined, and the game boasts an equally as strong story and cast of characters. It's more lighthearted overall than what one would come to expect from a Xeno branded game, and it does feature a bit more of the worst type of anime tropes than its siblings -- which may be a turn off for some -- but the game has an irresistible sense of charm that never lets up.… Expand
  11. Sensou
    Jul 23, 2023
    6
    Strong First Impression but....

    Many things to hate or dislike from Xenoblade 2 but I can still say I enjoy my time with it. Although, I will never play it again. Things that went wrong in my opinion: - The Worst Navigation system in gaming I've ever experienced so far. - Rough texture on handheld mode. If they go with Zelda kind of art style, it should be fine, but they go with    Strong First Impression but....

    Many things to hate or dislike from Xenoblade 2 but I can still say I enjoy my time with it. Although, I will never play it again.

    Things that went wrong in my opinion:
    - The Worst Navigation system in gaming I've ever experienced so far.
    - Rough texture on handheld mode. If they go with Zelda kind of art style, it should be fine, but they go with realistic kind of look and it's make things worst from visual perspective.
    - Way too complex for Blade/ Drive/ Combat mechanic. Many features should be always good for players but in this case, it's not necessary in my opinion.
    - Weird EXP system where they separate the one you gain from combat and the one you gain from Quests. You have to rest at the in to claim that EXP from Quests
    - One of the worst quest design. You can accept some side quests and somehow you are not able to complete that, yet. Why don't you unlock the side quests once we are fully compatible for it? On top of that, way too many "subs" in those side quests which makes it very lengthy + with that bad navigation system, it's a complete nightmare to do the side quests.
    - Story is debatable but I skip it after Chapter 6 due to overloaded dialogues here and there, lengthy cutscenes and overload of information as well which left me with "huh?". So, it's just unappealing story for me. All I know is we are trying to get to Elysium with our lovely blade but some bad guy got in your way by wanting to stole your lovely blade. The end of the story.

    Besides that, it's a great game that I believe for JRPG fans, you'll definitely able to enjoy it. But this game completely kills of my intention to try Xenoblade 3.    … Expand
  12. thompmi
    Jul 16, 2023
    7
    Really fun and endearing, but it's definitely got problems. Some sections of the story and gameplay really drag on, and there is much more awkward delivery and dialogue than you can find in any of the other MAIN Xenoblade games (we don't talk about X). However, the gameplay may be even better than the original and story-wise, the ending is fantastic.
  13. TheXxchaKing
    Jul 7, 2023
    8
    + Combat mechanics are the most interesting in the Xenoblade series
    + Soundtrack is absolutely majestic and one of the best ever
    + Story is surprisingly really tight for a JRPG and is interesting from start to finish + Excellent and memorable cast of characters (some for entirely the wrong reasons) + World and various titans are gorgeously realised - Tora and Poppi legitimately made    + Combat mechanics are the most interesting in the Xenoblade series
    + Soundtrack is absolutely majestic and one of the best ever
    + Story is surprisingly really tight for a JRPG and is interesting from start to finish
    + Excellent and memorable cast of characters (some for entirely the wrong reasons)
    + World and various titans are gorgeously realised

    - Tora and Poppi legitimately made me feel higher levels of cringe than I've ever experienced before
    - Gacha mechanics are dreadful
    - Fetch quests were very lazily handled    … Expand
  14. torjo
    Jun 30, 2023
    8
    Wow! Amazing jrpg!!
    If this is what you are looking for, buy it.
    A cool and inmersive story (although too many waifus in my opinion as a mature man). Many objects, complements, weapons and everything you need to prepare your next combat. But you need time. A LOT OF TIME. I do not recommend it for ocasional players with just a few available hours per week.
  15. DRainbow
    Jun 11, 2023
    8
    The story and characters are fun and interesting enough to keep you engaged and they are the main reason I even finished this game. The graphics are great for a Switch title and it runs very smooth as well. However, while the gameplay is unique and, at times, entertaining, it's mostly an experience held back by insanely unfair battles even when overleveled. Especially towards the end, theThe story and characters are fun and interesting enough to keep you engaged and they are the main reason I even finished this game. The graphics are great for a Switch title and it runs very smooth as well. However, while the gameplay is unique and, at times, entertaining, it's mostly an experience held back by insanely unfair battles even when overleveled. Especially towards the end, the gameplay got so frustrating, I almost had to stop playing. There is a lot to do in this world and the fact that I really wanted to see how it ends, even when being frustrated at times, justifies a positive score for me.… Expand
  16. Leoalwes
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    O jogo favorito dessa franquia. Enredo complicado e emocionante. unica falha desse game é o gacha, mas não estraga em nada a experiência!
  17. Xenobladekille
    Jun 1, 2023
    0
    Nothing to say. The worst game of the xenoblade saga all of the game in this saga are bad, but this uf.
  18. Skibrahim
    May 30, 2023
    10
    The game might be a bit long but it's fun and the story is amazing the gameplay it's very good and tad bit repetitive but fun.

    All the characters are likeable.
    I personally liked it more than the first and the graphics are beautiful.
  19. CyberPhoenix1
    May 16, 2023
    7
    Xenoblade Chronicles 2 suffers from a lot of problems such as the bad tutorials and the field skill system, but even still it's not that bad. The story is great, the characters are great, and the combat is great. I would not recommend this game as a starting point, however. Start with Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition.
  20. d4v3z02
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Great continuation with its overwhelmingly great soundtrack and complex combat system. It's world is as big as an MMORPG. The Story-DLC is also a whole new game.

    The weakness of the game is the one switch plattform itself: the graphics.
  21. aaronsanders769
    May 12, 2023
    7
    A solid sequel with its flaws. Right off the bat the art style and mechanics are completely different from the first. This isn't a bad thing by any means but it took a second to get used to. I feel like at the start of the game there a good amount of cringe moments but as you progressed they were far and few in-between. For me personally it took about 10ish hours to really get hooked butA solid sequel with its flaws. Right off the bat the art style and mechanics are completely different from the first. This isn't a bad thing by any means but it took a second to get used to. I feel like at the start of the game there a good amount of cringe moments but as you progressed they were far and few in-between. For me personally it took about 10ish hours to really get hooked but once I was I couldn't put it down. Just as the first one the the story is immersive and a joy to get through. I wish that the after credit scene wasn't there but I get why it was put in, just a personal preference is all. If you like the first game you'll find enjoyment in this as well.… Expand
  22. Tapion86
    May 11, 2023
    10
    Venía con las espectativas bajas después de ver la crítica y tras jugar el uno y el x y nada más lejos de la realidad, sobresaliente en todos los sentidos, como hila la historia con la entrega anterior y mejora todo a nivel jugable y audiovisual
  23. lecaime
    May 4, 2023
    10
    J'ai découvert la license avec ce jeu. C'est ce qui m'a fait devenir fan. Le 2 est moins populaire et pourtant, je pense que c'est celui que je préfère avec une richesse de jeu incroyable.
  24. MoonCricket
    Apr 30, 2023
    10
    My favorite game that does everything right, from gameplay to story and left me wanting more, which we got a few years later.
  25. RexRobotdude
    Apr 9, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played, genuinely. To start this game sure while it takes a bit to actually get the plot going, when the plot gets going, IT REALLY GETS GOING. And becomes one of my favorite video game stories along with the characters, who I absolutely love. Characters are what can make or break a game and for a game to have excellent characters such as this one isOne of the best games I have ever played, genuinely. To start this game sure while it takes a bit to actually get the plot going, when the plot gets going, IT REALLY GETS GOING. And becomes one of my favorite video game stories along with the characters, who I absolutely love. Characters are what can make or break a game and for a game to have excellent characters such as this one is astonishing. Every character while not all of them have a complex and emotional backstory well...they really don't need it, The ones that don't are just plain fun, also not to mention how much content this game has....it astonishes me how much play time a single game can produce and it will keep you interested, even after the main story closes and especially if you get the DLC. The combat system is interesting and very fun even if the game itself doesn't explain it well, Once you get the hang of it...it becomes layered and interesting in a way that no other game can replicate for me because of how different it is. Overall Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is one of the best games I have ever played and it will be hard to top with how much it means to me and I beg of you to check it out and experience it for yourself.… Expand
  26. Cobalt_Red
    Mar 29, 2023
    9
    Finding on solid system and replayability in a JRPG is one of the most difficult things to do in videgames.
    This game takes what the first one does well and adds stuff on top of it, is fun and satisfying to learn.
    The BLADE system has so many conbinations that it is impossible not to find a shade of mechanics that doesn't give satisfaction to use. The updates since release have only    Finding on solid system and replayability in a JRPG is one of the most difficult things to do in videgames.
    This game takes what the first one does well and adds stuff on top of it, is fun and satisfying to learn.

    The BLADE system has so many conbinations that it is impossible not to find a shade of mechanics that doesn't give satisfaction to use.
    The updates since release have only improved it over time.
    A story of growth and memorable villains to this day make me remember it as one of the most enjoyable games I have finished, along with the first one.

    A return to what makes JRPGs fun.    … Expand
  27. B-Bog
    Mar 10, 2023
    4
    Cutscenes and character designs are cringe weeb s**t, gameplay consists of approximately 5000 convoluted systems that fail to interlock in any meaningful way, writing and voice acting are absolutely horrendous, and the game berates you with dumb tutorials every five minutes for ten hours plus. I really liked Xenoblade DE, but this is borderline unplayable.
  28. jocariba
    Mar 2, 2023
    8
    Muy buen juego, aunque siento que no es mejor que el primero, una gran duración, buena cantidad de misiones principales y secundarias, una cantidad de mapas impresionante, soundtrack insuperable, es una obra maestra con problemas gráficos y de rendimiento debido a la consola limitada donde se encuentra
  29. Edele
    Feb 28, 2023
    0
    I'm very disappointed with XB2. While it has good music, that's about all it has going for it. Rex doesn't really grow throughout the plot, relying too heavily on his teammates for everything he encounters. When something important happens, he's either shouting or yelling. Additionally, one of the biggest flaws of this game is that the motivation of the opposing faction is very unclear.
  30. ReviewGod05
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    This game has hot anime women in it. I mean like what else are you even gonna ask for. 10/10
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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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Metascore
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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