Xenoblade Chronicles 3

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  1. GreatHex
    Dec 16, 2022
    10
    This is not just a game, this is a very striking philosophical performance, created in the depths of a very regular human mind .. Yes, I am amazed at such creativity, the quality of life is unimaginable, this very much of a game (yes, despite being more than game, it is still a game) has characters that feel as life-full as any one of us, characters that actually pass their feelings to theThis is not just a game, this is a very striking philosophical performance, created in the depths of a very regular human mind .. Yes, I am amazed at such creativity, the quality of life is unimaginable, this very much of a game (yes, despite being more than game, it is still a game) has characters that feel as life-full as any one of us, characters that actually pass their feelings to the player, a story that although it is so much fantastical, it still feels relatable, "betrayal, misery, captivity, an endless cycle of suffering and despair, but there is also hope" the game is screaming this sentence in every part and every corner of it's story, music, voice acting, and world design, you will laugh, get excited, feel joyful, and also shed tears through it.

    the presentation in this game is untopable, but the gameplay is also surprisingle very good, it is not the peak of JRPGs but it has so much systems and doors to keep you hooked in for more than 100 hours, implying strategy in every step of the game, whether you're playing the game on medium or hard difficulty, you will still feel a challenge, not in proceeding through the story (which also has it's own unique challenges), but in creating different approaches to compat and different types of enemies, aside fr0m compat the world design is very beautiful and expanded, it's full of things to do and side quests which actually feels relevant and rewarding, and the reason for that is the improvements done to "fetch quests", cheer up mates.. there is no more fetch quests, the quest system has also been improved, with quests being sorted into 3 different categories, side quests which are initiated through exploring the world, hero quests which are fully voice acted - character specific quests; these are really fun to complete since 95% of the characters in this game are amazing, and the remaining 5% is likeable enough. the last category is the story quests, full of cutscenes and interactions between the main characters, every single character gets an equal ammount of screen time, with some chapters being dedicated to one or two at a time, every small detail is delicate and perfect, there is really no complains about the story quests for me, although i think it's perfect, some people might hate the cutscenes for being a bit too long..

    my overall review of the game is 10/10, a true masterpiece that hooked me for 150 hours, i enjoyed every single bit of it, i would recommend this game to anyone familiar with JRPGs    … Expand
  2. The_Darkest
    Nov 16, 2022
    10
    One of the best JRPGs I've ever played, the soundtrack alone is nice

    I love it
  3. UltimaLotus
    Nov 16, 2022
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3, l'ultima fatica di Tetsuya Takahashi e Monolith Soft, è semplicemente la perfezione. È il risultato e il connubio definitivo di tutto quello che abbiamo visto nella serie di Xenoblade Chronicles. Unisce ed equilibra elementi di gameplay e di narrazione dei capitoli precedenti, tra cui elementi che portati all'estremo potevano risultare poco opportuni in alcuneXenoblade Chronicles 3, l'ultima fatica di Tetsuya Takahashi e Monolith Soft, è semplicemente la perfezione. È il risultato e il connubio definitivo di tutto quello che abbiamo visto nella serie di Xenoblade Chronicles. Unisce ed equilibra elementi di gameplay e di narrazione dei capitoli precedenti, tra cui elementi che portati all'estremo potevano risultare poco opportuni in alcune occasioni, come l'eccessiva serietà del primo capitolo o la troppa leggerezza del secondo.

    La Storia di Xenoblade Chronicles 3 è qualcosa di fuori scala, introducendo e raccontandoti un argomento che ti accompagnerà per tutta l'avventura, dallo spessore e una profondità indescrivibile: il peso della vita. Gli Agnus e i Keves, popolani di Aionios che si distribuiscono in colonie combattenti, si scontrano da tempi immemori, rubandosi la vita a vicenda, perché è l'unico modo che conoscono per vivere, e l'unico modo in cui sono costretti a farlo: combattere per vivere e vivere per combattere. Noah e i suoi compagni dovranno viaggiare ed affrontare innumerevoli difficoltà per trovare la verità e le motivazioni che hanno reso Aionios, il loro mondo, così contorto e ingiusto. Con loro portano una speranza per il futuro, la speranza di creare un mondo migliore per loro e tutti gli abitanti di Aionios.

    Le mappe di Xenoblade Chronicles 3 sono sconfinate e meravigliose, con una profondità di campo impressionante, e panorami che tolgono il fiato. Ogni luogo è ben caratterizzato e reso meravigliosamente, nonostante i limiti tecnici di Nintendo Switch. Un encomio da fare è anche per la musica, composta principalmente dall'illustre Yasunori Mitsuda, e da altri grandi artisti, che hanno dato luce a centinaia di colonne sonore memorabili e dalla qualità indiscutibile.

    I Protagonisti di Xenoblade Chronicles 3 sono caratterizzati divinamente: Noah, Mio, Eunie, Taion, Lanz e Sena sono molto diversi tra di loro, ma impareranno a conoscersi, e imparerai tu a conoscere loro, nel corso del loro lunghissimo viaggio. Arriverai a considerarli dei cari amici, poiché che ogni loro azione, anche la più futile, ti farà conoscere una loro nuova sfaccettatura. Una chiacchera in un punto di riposo, come ognuno di loro si interfaccia alle varie quest secondarie o come reagiscono a particolari elementi del mondo che li circonda.

    Il Combat System di Xenoblade Chronicles 3 è stratificato, complesso e stimolante, che non è per tutti, ma che obiettivamente è veramente ben realizzato: i 6 protagonisti sono tutti in campo e combattono in tempo reale, controllabili uno alla volta. A compensare l'attacco "base" che è automatico, devono concatenare mosse speciali e abilità che si basano principalmente sulla posizione del singolo personaggio o dell'effetto di cui può beneficiare spesso tutta la squadra. Le classi sono principalmente 3: attaccante, difensore e guaritore. Le classi sono varie e intercambiabili, e sono solo una piccola parte delle feature del combat system, che presenta anche le forme Ouroboros, giganti robotici risultanti della fusione tra 2 dei 6 protagonisti.

    Le Quest di Xenoblade Chronicles 3 sono fondamentali per il World Building del gioco, sempre interessanti e ragionate. Si distinguono poi dalle quest normali le quest per Eroi, che si incentrano su specifici personaggi, principalmente Comandanti di Colonie, che finiranno per unirsi volentieri alla tua causa e, uno per volta alla tua squadra, come settimi membri aggiuntivi e non controllabili. Le Quest degli Eroi sono importanti e portano spesso alla scoperta di intere nuove colonie ed aree, rendendo la voglia di completismo stimolante e gratificante.

    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 è in parole povere, un gioco monumentale, un capolavoro, e lo sforzo definitivo di Monolith Soft, con tutta l'esperienza e i pregi ricavati dai precedenti capitoli della serie. Rientra senza riserve tra i migliori J-RPG della storia e merita un occasione, anche da chi non mastica il genere.    … Expand
  4. harima2
    Nov 17, 2022
    10
    Best combat system of the series, peek fiction and awesome osts! Amazing characters design, I wonder how they did such a masterpiece for Switch!
  5. sephiroth42
    Nov 17, 2022
    10
    It is an excellent game that offers several hours of entertainment from an incredible story with many interesting characters. The combat mechanics remain as complex and exceptional as in all Xenoblades games.
  6. Eliannnnnnnn
    Feb 4, 2023
    10
    Juegazo, absolutamente se nota que los personajes se lo han currado,el sistema de combate o incluso la música,si sacarán figuras de este juego seguro me las compro
  7. Jerem8
    Apr 11, 2023
    10
    Already transported by XC Definitive Edition (and 2), XC3 touched my heart. The story was so tragic and beautiful. The first game where I was cry...
  8. Dyron
    Jan 24, 2023
    10
    Confesso que depois do Xenoblade Chronicles 2, fiquei um pouco com medo do que seria o futuro da série, mas tive uma grata surpresa no 3. Que história incrível. Que personagens carismáticos. Que gameplay gostoso.

    Ele melhora praticamente tudo que teve nos anteriores. Está mais rápido e dinâmico. Agora é possível controlar todos os personagens de sua party (exceto os heróis    Confesso que depois do Xenoblade Chronicles 2, fiquei um pouco com medo do que seria o futuro da série, mas tive uma grata surpresa no 3. Que história incrível. Que personagens carismáticos. Que gameplay gostoso.

    Ele melhora praticamente tudo que teve nos anteriores. Está mais rápido e dinâmico. Agora é possível controlar todos os personagens de sua party (exceto os heróis "convidados"), e ainda pode alternar entre eles em tempo real durante as batalhas, coisa que não era possível até então na franquia.

    Até mesmo as side quests estão muito melhores. A maioria complementa a história principal em si, e nos faz conhecer melhor da lore do jogo, e as pessoas que habitam esse mundo. A grande maioria são até mesmo dubladas.

    O jogo em si tem uma pegada mais adulta. Os personagens parecem mais "reais", tanto em suas personalidades quanto em suas motivações. O ponto baixo do jogo, acredito que seriam os vilões, que na sua maioria não são dos mais inspirados. O boss final mesmo, foi uma das partes mais chatas do jogo em si pra mim, mas ainda são bons o suficiente pra não estragar a experiência incrível que o jogo nos proporciona.

    Sem dúvidas, se tornou o meu jogo preferido da franquia, tirando o pódio do Xenoblade Chronicles, que acreditei ser impossível de acontecer. Recomendo com toda certeza, principalmente para quem já era fã da franquia.

    E pra finalizar, deixo um breve comentário sobre os créditos do final. "Rex, seu danadinho!"    … Expand
  9. lolnowhat
    Nov 30, 2022
    10
    High replay value and much better gameplay progress than the others in the series.
  10. noahmioeunie
    Dec 8, 2022
    10
    XENOBLADE WAS RoBBED AT THE GAME AWARDS TONIGHT SHOW WAS INCREDIBLY MID FLUTE DUDE WENT HARD
  11. OnlyQuality
    Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Amazing graphics, gameplay, story and music. I love the characters. The world is just so beautifly done. Absolute best game of this year. Other developers should learn from this game with impact.
  12. chip1980
    Dec 9, 2022
    10
    Best in the Xenoblade series and the best JRPG of the last 5 years, at least. This game is a Obra Magna, a masterpiece, an incredible experience in the techical aspects and in the creative ones. Mature narrative that offers much more than the average anime/JRPG. The character design and story is top level. Combat mechanichs are polished, offering you the best from Xeno1 and 2. The score isBest in the Xenoblade series and the best JRPG of the last 5 years, at least. This game is a Obra Magna, a masterpiece, an incredible experience in the techical aspects and in the creative ones. Mature narrative that offers much more than the average anime/JRPG. The character design and story is top level. Combat mechanichs are polished, offering you the best from Xeno1 and 2. The score is incredible. I cannot think of a single room for improvement for this game. Clearly it should have won the GOTY.… Expand
  13. CeeVcheese
    Dec 10, 2022
    10
    Ive played xbc 1, 2 and 3, unfortunately not X. Between the three xenoblade games, I gotta say 3 is by far the best Monolith Soft have ever developed. It's gameplay battle mechanics reminds me of 1 and 2 but put together in a better way when it comes to attacking, healing, supporting and buffs. (pretty much everthing). Its story was by far the most interesting and twist from the otherIve played xbc 1, 2 and 3, unfortunately not X. Between the three xenoblade games, I gotta say 3 is by far the best Monolith Soft have ever developed. It's gameplay battle mechanics reminds me of 1 and 2 but put together in a better way when it comes to attacking, healing, supporting and buffs. (pretty much everthing). Its story was by far the most interesting and twist from the other previous games. It always kept me at the edge of my seat wanting more and finding out what else happens as I continue to play. I highly recommend this to anyone that has not yet played a JRPG or anyone familiar with the xenoblade universe. Amazing game.… Expand
  14. Rafita19r
    Dec 22, 2022
    10
    yo nunca avia jugado un xenoblade pero devo desir que este juego me iso entrar a la saga y a hora quiero jugar los demas,yo considero que xenoblade cronicles 3 es una obra maestra que todos deverian probar si les gustan los jrpgs y poseen una switch o este genero ademas su historia es increible al igual que sus personajes (noa,mio,eunie,taion,lans,etc) y su sistema de combate es increibleyo nunca avia jugado un xenoblade pero devo desir que este juego me iso entrar a la saga y a hora quiero jugar los demas,yo considero que xenoblade cronicles 3 es una obra maestra que todos deverian probar si les gustan los jrpgs y poseen una switch o este genero ademas su historia es increible al igual que sus personajes (noa,mio,eunie,taion,lans,etc) y su sistema de combate es increible uno de los mejores que e probado en los jrpg yo diria que el mejor ami opinion y el mundo de xenoblade 3 simplemente es hermoso y gigantesco , el mundo muy vivo .en pocas palabras es una obra maestra y considero que es el mejor juego de switch en mi opinion estoy enamorado de eel… Expand
  15. DominotheDomino
    Dec 26, 2022
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing and I could go on about the tons and tons of things that I love about this game. The characters seem so realistic and the player really feels their struggles as the game goes on. The game looks absolutely amazing and the soundtrack that accompanies the entire game really elevates the experience to the next level. The OST is so good that I would place it upThis game is absolutely amazing and I could go on about the tons and tons of things that I love about this game. The characters seem so realistic and the player really feels their struggles as the game goes on. The game looks absolutely amazing and the soundtrack that accompanies the entire game really elevates the experience to the next level. The OST is so good that I would place it up near other soundtracks, such as the Persona games. The gameplay is so fun and there are so many places to discover in this large and expansive world. The many side quests really make the game so much more immersive and show the player all of the struggles faced by the different sides in the epic war that Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is showcasing. The heroes seen throughout the game are all so well fleshed out and add so much variety to the strategy in battle. The only thing I would say that really lacks in this game is a villain. Trying not to get into spoilers, while most characters and even locations have immense amounts of lore and building up to help the world-building of the game and to help continue to immerse the player in the game, the main villain is not exactly fleshed out, and displays no clear motive that is presented in the game. While this did not subtract from my experience of the game, it was still something I noted when doing my playthrough of the game. A final note I would like to make is that the character designs are absolutely superior and that this game presents a perfect end to the Xenoblade series. Absolute perfection.… Expand
  16. Jc3902
    Jan 7, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game. Characters are all wonderful. Gameplay is great, exploration is great, pretty much everything in here is great. The ending of chapter 5 was the first time I’ve cried or wanted to cry while playing a video game. You really need to pickup this game, however I would recommend playing the first 2 before this one.… Expand
  17. Alex_Albyne
    Jan 17, 2023
    10
    One of the few games that made me cry, I love the relation of the Ouroboros with each other. The game itself is so big compared to 1 and 2 that I still can't believe how did they achieve it. The gameplay lacks a bit here and there, but is still more than enjoyable.
  18. michy46
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    one of the best Rpg of all time , Monolith soft really make another masterpiece ,
    love the music , cast , open world and gameplay , game of the year 2022 for
    one the best nintendo switch rpg in history , 10/10
  19. iishiir
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Really good game. It's one of my favorites. The story is amazing and my favorite part of the game, but the game play is really fun too. I don't really know what else to say here. It's just really good
  20. Ghost2Day
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    I purchased the game knowing nothing and can easily say I have been happier with purchase such as this only once, with Breath of the Wild.
  21. MemeMachine357
    Feb 19, 2023
    10
    If you enjoyed any of the other 3 xenoblades
    You will love this one.

    For new players. Combat can be difficult to understand and get used to but when you do it is very fun
  22. Dandel05
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    Great masterpiece in nintendo. Great story, beautiful characters and efficient gameplay
  23. Edele
    Feb 28, 2023
    10
    I'm very satisfied with the latest DLC3 and am now looking forward to DLC4. I'm hoping there will be more plot points associated with XB1 and Melia.
  24. Audielame18
    Feb 28, 2023
    10
    Mi primer Xenoblade chronicles, en verdad me encantó, me hice mega adicto a este juego, luego de más de 60 horas quiero seguir jugando y explorando.
  25. Alyte
    Mar 14, 2023
    10
    Pros:
    + Looks Gorgeous
    + Characters are Delightful + Combat is 10/10 + Challenge Mode used to kinda suck but then they added the roguelite gauntlet which is 100/10 like oh my god is it fun + Voice Acting is impressive across the board + Harry McEntire hit it out of the park with his performance 15/10 + Exploration is immersive and enjoyable, being able to skip travel to any Unique    Pros:
    + Looks Gorgeous
    + Characters are Delightful
    + Combat is 10/10
    + Challenge Mode used to kinda suck but then they added the roguelite gauntlet which is 100/10 like oh my god is it fun
    + Voice Acting is impressive across the board
    + Harry McEntire hit it out of the park with his performance 15/10
    + Exploration is immersive and enjoyable, being able to skip travel to any Unique Monster grave was a fantastic change for Quality of Life
    + Made me cry at least 3 separate times
    + DLC Wave 4 looks incredible (though it is not out yet)
    + Music is excellent, very impactful in cut scenes
    + Story up until about halfway through Chapter 6 is INCREDIBLE
    + Never had performance problems in over 100 hours of gameplay.
    Cons:
    - You never hear the night themes of 90% of the areas because when you skip travel the game auto sets the time to 8 AM, unless you hit extra buttons. Didn't hear half of the soundtrack until post-game.
    - The tutorials are suuuuuuper handhold-y. This isn't bad necessarily, it just bugged me as a person who had already played XC1 and XC2 and knew what I was doing. Understandable why they did it though, XC2's terrible tutorials ruined plenty of people's experiences with the game and they took that feedback slightly too hard. Wish there was a tutorial toggle for 2nd play-through.
    - Sometimes lighting on characters faces seems very harsh(?)
    - The last chapter or so of story was disappointing. The big bad at the end doesn't feel interesting or relatable in comparison to earlier antagonists.

    Overall still a 10/10
    Though there are a few things that aren't perfect about the game, they are minor. I'd recommend XC3 to anyone who enjoys complex characters, intricate combat, or a past with JRPGs.    … Expand
  26. NRoyalX
    Mar 26, 2023
    10
    By far one of the greatest experiences I have ever had when it comes to videogames! Combine an amazing soundtrack, stunning visuals (especially considering it's a Switch game), interesting gameplay and a story that nearly made me cry more than a few times and what you get is this game! This is what a good game has to be like, not only on the Switch, but on all consoles.
  27. DGC7
    Apr 23, 2023
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is probably one of the best RPGs if not the best ive played, it has awsome music and a story like no game did like before, and to add on, the DLC for this game adds even more story gameplay with harder levels and even a while new chapter of story just like Xenoblade Chronicles Defenitive Edition with Future Connected. Im looking forward in playing it launching april 25th.
  28. GRC095
    Apr 28, 2023
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is an essential masterpiece for all fans of Japanese role-playing games. A worthy successor to its predecessors, this new installment immerses us in a rich, fascinating, and incredibly immersive universe. The world of Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is of unprecedented richness, with breathtaking landscapes, impressive creatures, and varied environments that bring this vastXenoblade Chronicles 3 is an essential masterpiece for all fans of Japanese role-playing games. A worthy successor to its predecessors, this new installment immerses us in a rich, fascinating, and incredibly immersive universe. The world of Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is of unprecedented richness, with breathtaking landscapes, impressive creatures, and varied environments that bring this vast expanse to life.

    The story is both intriguing and captivating. There are numerous twists and turns, and players will easily be swept up in the political stakes and conflicts that animate the world of Xenoblade Chronicles 3. The intelligently crafted plot will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end, thanks to its many mysteries and surprising revelations.

    Character development is another strong point of the game. The protagonists, with their diverse and complex personalities, evolve throughout the adventure, revealing unexpected facets of their character and past. The interactions between the characters are rich and nuanced, allowing players to become attached to each of them and emotionally invest in their journey.

    The lifespan of Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is impressive. The main and secondary quests are numerous and varied, guaranteeing hundreds of hours of gameplay. Moreover, the richness of the world and the in-depth exploration of environments encourage taking the time to discover all the secrets hidden within this fantastic adventure.

    In summary, Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is an epic and unforgettable experience that will delight all RPG fans. With its rich and fascinating world, captivating story, engaging character development, and substantial game length, this game is undoubtedly a must-play of this generation.    … Expand
  29. MoonCricket
    Apr 30, 2023
    10
    my 2nd favorite game next to Xenoblade 2, but it has one of the saddest stories both in Ch 6 and the ending
  30. pattersonlevi5
    May 2, 2023
    10
    Funnily enough Xenoblade 3 was the game that introduced me to the series. I had heard so many good things about the other Xenoblade games in the past but had never decided to attempt the series until 3 came out. I enjoyed the story and the gameplay so much that it pushed me to play the other games in the series and I have completely fallen in love with these games. This game is by far theFunnily enough Xenoblade 3 was the game that introduced me to the series. I had heard so many good things about the other Xenoblade games in the past but had never decided to attempt the series until 3 came out. I enjoyed the story and the gameplay so much that it pushed me to play the other games in the series and I have completely fallen in love with these games. This game is by far the best in the series though and you can tell that Monolith did their best to refine everything the best they could for this entry. From majorly improved combat to the great skill tree to the amazing and emotional captivating story. This game managed to keep me entertained and on the edge of my seat for the full 95 hours it took me to complete the main story, the hero quests, and a large amount of the side quests. I'm looking forward to jumping into the DLC very soon. This masterpiece of a game truly changed my view on JRPGs as a whole and opened my eyes to what is now my favorite series of games. I highly recommend it to everyone!… Expand
  31. lecaime
    May 4, 2023
    10
    Un jeu exceptionnelle qui vient conclure la saga. Surtout avec le DLC. Gameplay très poussé et DA de folie. Musique sublime, je suis fan !
  32. Kalipsi
    May 5, 2023
    10
    I started my Xenoblade journey back in 2020 during lockdown. Since then I have been obsessed with this franchise! Xenoblade Chronicles 3 was perfection. Looking forward to seeing what Monolith Soft plan next
  33. Lxagamer3
    May 5, 2023
    10
    An incredible follow up to the series that takes the best elements of the first 2 games to create something truly magnificent. 10/10.
  34. Tapion86
    May 11, 2023
    10
    A nivel jugable, visualmente y la banda sonora una delicia, todo de diez, una historia increíble que cierra de manera magnífica la trilogía, cualquier amante del jrpg debería probar esta saga
  35. Emicrazyfdn
    May 13, 2023
    10
    Excelente juego, enserio que no esperaba que se convirtiera en uno de mis juegos favoritos para switch, lo tiene todo, el sistema de combate es una maravilla y refina lo que se vio en XC y XC2, ademas de la historia que es increibles y te saca varias impresiones y plotwist, los graficos estan bastante buenos para ser un juego de switch aunque abeces el juego pueda tener bajones de 25fpsExcelente juego, enserio que no esperaba que se convirtiera en uno de mis juegos favoritos para switch, lo tiene todo, el sistema de combate es una maravilla y refina lo que se vio en XC y XC2, ademas de la historia que es increibles y te saca varias impresiones y plotwist, los graficos estan bastante buenos para ser un juego de switch aunque abeces el juego pueda tener bajones de 25fps pero nada grave ya que es un jrpg… Expand
  36. d4v3z02
    May 14, 2023
    10
    Ties the series perfectly up with its overwhelmingly great soundtrack and complex combat system. It's world is as big as an MMORPG.

    The weakness of the game is the one switch plattform itself: the graphics.
  37. Dimitri_Zeon
    May 31, 2023
    10
    It is great. One the best games of all time. Great characters, great story, incredible soundtrack.
  38. Spike-_
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Absolutely amazing game that blew my expectations out of the water. The story had me griped the whole time and the detailed combat system was extremely fun to delve into. The characters are one of the things I loved the most about the game as they were fun and meshed with each other very well. The voice acting was also really great and bring life to a lot of scenes. I don’t think I wouldAbsolutely amazing game that blew my expectations out of the water. The story had me griped the whole time and the detailed combat system was extremely fun to delve into. The characters are one of the things I loved the most about the game as they were fun and meshed with each other very well. The voice acting was also really great and bring life to a lot of scenes. I don’t think I would have enjoyed the game so thoroughly if I hadn’t played xenoblade 1 and 2 before hand but it can still be enjoyed without playing them. Almost forgot to mention the music. That was honestly (as usual with xenoblade) one of the best parts. I also absolutely loved the ending. People who didn’t like it because it “goes against the message” or because it “didn’t make sense” I’m fairly certain were not paying attention when playing the game. It was a perfect end which was shown to be the characters aims from the start of the game. Overall this is my opinion that this is a great game, I didn’t get bored once even in the sections where there wasn’t any action. Truely a masterpiece.… Expand
  39. Dumeta
    Jul 1, 2023
    10
    Xenoblade 3 is a really good title in one of my favorite jrpg series and a massiv rpg.

    Positiv in my opinion -great story, good writen party and character and antagonists -memorable moments -intressting Setting established -the World is fun to explore, good looking and spacious Areas with good variety -Combat is fun and with Classes a lot of customization -Lot of the Sidequests    Xenoblade 3 is a really good title in one of my favorite jrpg series and a massiv rpg.

    Positiv in my opinion
    -great story, good writen party and character and antagonists
    -memorable moments
    -intressting Setting established
    -the World is fun to explore, good looking and spacious Areas with good variety
    -Combat is fun and with Classes a lot of customization
    -Lot of the Sidequests have good quality with scenes and rewards and give you more context of the world
    -good Music
    -very good dlc with Future Connected
    -Choreography are strong with Action and Emotion.
    -many plottwists
    -good voiceacting in english (my prefered for this series) and japanese    … Expand
  40. FFisTrash2
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    Easily my favorite game so far. Relatable, good characters. Very nice battle system. Easy to understand game mechanics with the option of a) re-viewing tutorial or b) using the "training" option. The story is awesome. I'm absolutely invested. It made me cry a couple of times already..
  41. ZeldaIsBest
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    My game of the year. It's beautiful graphics, refined combat and mechanics, gripping cutscenes, and a deep story, make this an incredible final entry in the Xenoblade Chronicles trilogy.
  42. Spouters
    Jul 18, 2023
    10
    A masterpiece.

    I finished the game and it was wonderful from start to finish. Touching moments. A beautiful soundtrack. Fluid gameplay. I prefer this style of controls and character advancement over Xenoblade Chronicles 2 (XC2). XC2 was ackward and clunky. XC3 was exquisite. People giving this a zero are just upset Mommy wont buy them a Switch. I’d also recommend the Ys series for    A masterpiece.

    I finished the game and it was wonderful from start to finish. Touching moments. A beautiful soundtrack. Fluid gameplay.

    I prefer this style of controls and character advancement over Xenoblade Chronicles 2 (XC2). XC2 was ackward and clunky. XC3 was exquisite.

    People giving this a zero are just upset Mommy wont buy them a Switch.

    I’d also recommend the Ys series for JRPG fans looking for solid games and unforgettable music. Ys 8 being the best.

    Overall XC3 is a masterpiece. Few games get this honor from me. Top production value.. and it shows!

    10 out of 10    … Expand
  43. Alicedcac
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    This is an JRPG masterpiece that everyone need to experience once in their life
  44. Borderlinez
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    I've been playing video games since the days of Final Fantasy 1, and I've seen a lot of them come and go. But Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is one of the best I've ever played. The story is gripping, the characters are memorable, and the world is absolutely stunning. I could spend hours just exploring the different areas and taking in the sights.
  45. Omletter
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is an excellent JRPG that is sure to please fans of the genre and newcomers alike. The game has an epic story, a beautiful world, engaging combat, and plenty of content to keep players engaged. If you are looking for a new JRPG to play, then Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is a great choice.
  46. dharma
    Aug 1, 2022
    9
    Played a couple of hours of this brilliant game, and I have to quickly give my review to compensate for the 'trolls' that that are review bombing this game. Don't believe them. This is a return to form in my book for the franchise after the uneven second installment. Monolith Soft learned a thing or two with the re-release of the original Xenoblade and incorporate the best of it into thisPlayed a couple of hours of this brilliant game, and I have to quickly give my review to compensate for the 'trolls' that that are review bombing this game. Don't believe them. This is a return to form in my book for the franchise after the uneven second installment. Monolith Soft learned a thing or two with the re-release of the original Xenoblade and incorporate the best of it into this game. Still the best J-RPG series out there beside Final Fantasy and Persona.… Expand
  47. Patrick95
    May 8, 2023
    9
    Really good game. For me it has the best gameplay of the series by far, going back and replaying the old games will be hard after this masterpiece. The story is really good and intriguing, and now with the DLC it's much better (now that all the questions are answered). Characters are great too and the game has so much content I need more than 200h to fully complete it.
  48. MalistiX
    Sep 4, 2022
    9
    A bit slow is an understatement story wise (15-20hrs in it gets interesting) but the gameplay, world and mist characters are top notch. Especially the returning characters along with mio and noah are great. The story hots hard at times and the combat system never disappoints, the best of the series
  49. zasham
    Aug 6, 2022
    9
    Great game as always. Only negative point is that the "tutorial phase" is quite long and hinders you from the open world (invisble walls), and less booba. But after that, it get's big, bigger than ever? Story is also catching as always.
  50. arcanum2240
    Aug 9, 2022
    9
    Almost perfect. My only complaints are the obnoxious, unskippable tutorials and how hard it is to find certain quest markers later in the game. Story is amazing, game play is amazing, music is amazing, environments are amazing.
  51. TheLastPlay
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    Monolith nunca defrauda, enganchado desde que lo empece, no es perfecto y abruma la gran cantidad de mecánicas y el gran mundo que posee por poner algo malo, aunque eso no quiere decir que sea malo, es un juego que exige horas simplemente y se disfruta. Si te gusta el género jrpg lo vas a gozar y si vienes de los anteriores vas a encontrar más de lo mismo pero mejor. Ojalá porteen elMonolith nunca defrauda, enganchado desde que lo empece, no es perfecto y abruma la gran cantidad de mecánicas y el gran mundo que posee por poner algo malo, aunque eso no quiere decir que sea malo, es un juego que exige horas simplemente y se disfruta. Si te gusta el género jrpg lo vas a gozar y si vienes de los anteriores vas a encontrar más de lo mismo pero mejor. Ojalá porteen el xenoblade crhonicles X a Nintendo switch, así tendríamos la saga completa en esta maravillosa consola hibrida.… Expand
  52. docmars
    Sep 5, 2022
    9
    Absolutely insane how incredible this game's story is. It has no right to be this great. And the combat is fun and engaging too. Scenery and level design are humongous and feel just about as epic as Elden Ring's various areas.

    I have never had a game make me tear up or outright sob as much as this one has, and I think it may be the most memorable story second to Witcher 3 for me in    Absolutely insane how incredible this game's story is. It has no right to be this great. And the combat is fun and engaging too. Scenery and level design are humongous and feel just about as epic as Elden Ring's various areas.

    I have never had a game make me tear up or outright sob as much as this one has, and I think it may be the most memorable story second to Witcher 3 for me in recent memory.

    RPG makers: you have Xenoblade 3 to beat in the coming years. Hire good writers, because you will struggle to come even close to what this has to offer; and after years and years of mediocre story after another, this one was refreshing, emotional, unique, and fun.

    My only critiques for the game are: get off Nintendo's platforms and give this game the visuals and performance it deserves. It was distracting and almost heartbreaking to deal with the Switch's 5-year-old hardware struggling to drive this game, with the visual fidelity of a PS3 game at best, but not in the tailored way you might think. Outside of cutscenes, exploring the world and running around felt like a sloppy backport from PC where the lowest settings could barely make it on this system. That's honestly kind of pathetic and sad.

    Nintendo is overdue for releasing an updated console with more capable hardware, and Monolith should seriously consider branching out and offering their titles on better systems. The poor visuals did the story and gameplay an injustice.

    I'll end on a good note -- despite those gripes, PLAY THIS GAME. You will remember the music and heartfelt moments forever.    … Expand
  53. Serenist
    Jul 30, 2022
    9
    Its just very good. I don’t know what the other reviews are talking about. They just hate.
  54. JeffMD
    Aug 2, 2022
    9
    The game lays a lot of story out in the first couple of hours as well as unlocking a lot of things like all your arts in one go. This is great for vets but can be overwhelming for newcomers. There are hand holding tutorials for everything and while in the end you will need them to understand it all, it is just a little frustrating at times when you just want to get moving but you areThe game lays a lot of story out in the first couple of hours as well as unlocking a lot of things like all your arts in one go. This is great for vets but can be overwhelming for newcomers. There are hand holding tutorials for everything and while in the end you will need them to understand it all, it is just a little frustrating at times when you just want to get moving but you are forced to slog through menus to learn something new.

    Rest assured the game does its best not to fall in some of the pitfalls of xenoblade 2's systems (Not that I thought anything was wrong with it personally). Amazingly enough, at first shoving 6 diverse characters on you you would think you would fine at least one or more of them annoying or disappointing. After 7 hours I was able to find at least one thing to like about each and every one of them and can't wait for full backstories. The writing is really amazing, and it really needed to be because it can be particularly difficult to believe what these colonies do day in and day out for their 10 year life spans.

    Technically, we aren't seeing any BETTER visuals then anything we saw in xenoblade 2 per say, but rather the little things everywhere. Performance is pretty rock solid now, no sudden frame drops from busy areas. Load times are based on the complexity of the area so out in the world the load times are quite fast. I also have yet to see any of the texture load in bugs that plagues XB2 when you loaded into cities and cutscenes. I also think facial animations have been improved noticeably. On the audio front, I so far feel this is the series best sound track to date.

    If you are any kind of a fan of JRPGs, this is a must have just as Xenoblade 2 is.    … Expand
  55. GameCorp_Meyk
    Aug 7, 2022
    9
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is another great entry in the Xeno-Series. Story, Characters and Gameplay are all just as great if not better than it's predecessors and Monolith Softs amazing understanding of the Switch hardware makes this game look really good while also remaining mostly stable. Some Framedrops here and there for sure, which just shows the age of the system. The sheer amount ofXenoblade Chronicles 3 is another great entry in the Xeno-Series. Story, Characters and Gameplay are all just as great if not better than it's predecessors and Monolith Softs amazing understanding of the Switch hardware makes this game look really good while also remaining mostly stable. Some Framedrops here and there for sure, which just shows the age of the system. The sheer amount of customizability ist stagering, almsot too much so at the start and the battle mechanics and interface can be a tad cluttered for my liking.… Expand
  56. Tortor
    Aug 9, 2022
    9
    Updated 09/10/2022—

    Had to edit my review after finishing this. I was a little harsh initially and after finding my comfort zone, this has to be one of the best gaming experiences I've ever had. The story and character writing is so well written that I just found myself get lost in this world. I probably cried 20 times playing this. There's so many hard topics or absolutely tragic    Updated 09/10/2022—

    Had to edit my review after finishing this. I was a little harsh initially and after finding my comfort zone, this has to be one of the best gaming experiences I've ever had. The story and character writing is so well written that I just found myself get lost in this world. I probably cried 20 times playing this. There's so many hard topics or absolutely tragic situations going on. The writing did an amazing job getting me to feel for these characters and side characters. Sometimes I would just get goosebumps with what was going on absolutely devestated. This also ended so beautifully with just the most fulfilling ending ever that totally made my time feel well spent. Took me exactly 100 hours to finish this games main story mission and all the hero and heroic missions, along with quite a few side quests. I'm going to this about this game for a long time. I've never seen a game do writing this epic before and this large of a scale, I'm just so happy to see this can be done this high quality Honestly if the game mechanics and some systems were perfected, this would be a perfect game. My enjoyment ended up not being as bothered about it though as I thought. The storytelling ended up just surpassing any issue I had with the games mechanics.

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    Game plays itself. AND Lot of weird un-used systems. Like the fire clock which a tutorial is given and then you never see it again other then first 30 minutes. Even the shopping system doesn't see any use. Buying and selling is essentially useless. You accumulate so much money and have nowhere to use it. Game autosell is introduced but you never really see loot to sell and nothing is worth buying as you accumulate so much good loot just wandering around. There's also these system of activating these camp areas with Ether deposits, yet again that system has no use. Equipment system even barely needs used. Your characters will auto-equip what is best for them when you're switching out classes. Sometimes adjustments may be needed but barely as the choices are usually pretty good.

    There is an Affinity system with colonies.... Barely gets used and really doesn't serve a whole lot of purpose other then maybe a nice map of the area, affinity sorta just builds up quickly on its own without really a need to focus in on it. Also the rewards are very average so it doesn't make noticeable differences. Crafting system isn't really used, it's limited to gems mostly but it's sorta flip of the coin if you can craft something or not. There is no system to easily tell you where to go to pick up what your missing sooo it's sorta just luck if you run into what you need or not. The collectible soldier husk doesn't serve much of a purpose other then affinity building. You get a animation and sorta just move on. Supply drops arnt really all that important. You get bombarded by do much loot already that it serves nothing more as an inconvenience just for more average loot. There's this half baked passive monster system where the monsters out in the wild occasionally do something in their own to drop loot. It's weirdly under used and doesnt drop anything too useful. Sooooo many weird choice the developers made doing away with mechanics or not thinking them through.

    Of course the combat returns of the came playing itself for the most part. The ability to switch characters is nice and honestly I do feel engaged with that at least. I definitely will lose battles if I don't direct the combat. Overall though this story is absolutely moving, incredible plot and character writing. I was moved to tears over a dozen times and sometimes left devestated with how good the writing was. The weird underused RPG systems though was a strange choice. Sometimes I felt like the game played itself and only left exploring and combat to me. This was fine but I felt more like I was just watching a show that I occasionally would fight in. I really lost that feeling of developing anything on my own. Seriously no crafting, too much loot, auto leveling up and not even a shopping system sorta made me feel like the game didn't want me to play but just watch and enjoy their nice story.    … Expand
  57. LoomBoom
    Sep 22, 2022
    9
    Fantastic characters, story, and gameplay. If you’re even mildly interested in JRPGs, this is a must play.
  58. DaiOne
    Aug 15, 2022
    9
    Some of the best moments in the story with great callbacks to past entries and homages to the rest of the xeno series. Amazing pay off and diverse gameplay. It has my favorite combat and characters from the series and it seems to take more from Xenoblade chronicles 1 than 2 (thankfully). And lastly the sidequests: theyre actually fun this time. I honestly can't tell which hero side questsSome of the best moments in the story with great callbacks to past entries and homages to the rest of the xeno series. Amazing pay off and diverse gameplay. It has my favorite combat and characters from the series and it seems to take more from Xenoblade chronicles 1 than 2 (thankfully). And lastly the sidequests: theyre actually fun this time. I honestly can't tell which hero side quests are mandatory and which arent because there is so much memorable story in them.

    Holding it back are just a couple things: The world locations are lacking in visual diversity when compared to past entries
    The bgm for these locations are also less memorable compared to predecessor
    It could really benefit from slight increases to graphical fidelity and effects ( wierd graphical glitches during shifts from day to night are jarring)    … Expand
  59. SebasSLE
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    Este juego ha sido un gran avance con respecto a las 2 entregas anteriores, la jugabilidad a mejorado bastante
  60. DefenseForce
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    Best game in the serie it plays good, looks good have a good story and enough content to keep you busy. Loving the music btw thats very good. They did a great job. Ganeplay wise i like this game more then part 2.
  61. Fletch1027
    Nov 4, 2022
    9
    An amazing end to the trilogy that perfects the combat and has the best main characters, but has many scenes that could of been voice acted.
  62. Bob84
    Jul 30, 2022
    9
    Gonna give this a 9 from wat I've seen from the first 10 hours, extremely well put together considering the hardware that it's running on, coming from elden ring on ps5 to this was a bit of a shock but it's held up quite well even on a switch lite! Ignore the 0 out of 10s obvs not own a switch
  63. tio1
    Aug 3, 2022
    9
    Amazing game, great story, nice mechanics (if you dont know how works Xenoblade Combat don't say is bad, just take a time for learning), maybe the graphics isn't top tier for Switch but landscapes, characters animations are really good, music as always, very good (maybe xenoblade 2 as better themes in some moments), i say 9/10 in this.

    If you don't like jrpg, because is not you genre,    Amazing game, great story, nice mechanics (if you dont know how works Xenoblade Combat don't say is bad, just take a time for learning), maybe the graphics isn't top tier for Switch but landscapes, characters animations are really good, music as always, very good (maybe xenoblade 2 as better themes in some moments), i say 9/10 in this.

    If you don't like jrpg, because is not you genre, dont put a 0.

    Not the perfect game, but close.

    9/10.    … Expand
  64. thezora99
    Aug 29, 2022
    9
    Again Monolith delivers peak fiction. I wont spoiler the game too much but gameplay-wise it has combined the best of both XC1 and XC2. The main story may be the most well written in any media ever for me personally, but especially some side content leaves some big plotholes towards the end. I sadly cant give it a 10 because oi that last point but its really damn close.
  65. Syhlcam
    Aug 15, 2022
    9
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 est un chef d'œuvre, un jeu gigantesque avec une grande durée du vie (env. 60h) riche et bien travaillé. Un jeu qui montre que bien utilisé la Nintendo Switch peut sortir des jeux très ambitieux avec un niveau graphique très correcte.
    Le jeu possède un grand univers avec un scénario qui est cohérent, qui s'enchaîne bien avec des rebondissements et des moments    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 est un chef d'œuvre, un jeu gigantesque avec une grande durée du vie (env. 60h) riche et bien travaillé. Un jeu qui montre que bien utilisé la Nintendo Switch peut sortir des jeux très ambitieux avec un niveau graphique très correcte.
    Le jeu possède un grand univers avec un scénario qui est cohérent, qui s'enchaîne bien avec des rebondissements et des moments mémorables. Accentué par des personnages bien travaillé, développé et attachant, de même pour les personnages secondaires. Le tout sublimé par des musiques de haute qualité et de très belle mise en scène.
    Avec cela le jeu offre des combats très bien travaillé et riche en options, possibilités et personnalisation. Une forte richesse de mécaniques qui sont bien apporté et expliqués. Un jeu qui entre parfaitement dans le catalogue des meilleurs jeux de la console.

    FULL TEST : https://www.geekexperience.fr/jeux-video/avis/avis-xenoblade-chronicles-3/    … Expand
  66. Starfree
    Aug 1, 2022
    9
    An hour in and it’s already better then XC2. 10 hours in you start wondering if this is the best game of all time. While this is still held back by the fact it’s an auto attack action rpg, combat has never been more involved. You could over-grind and just let the game play for you, but if you are at the proper level or even under-leveled you will need strategy you will need to build yourAn hour in and it’s already better then XC2. 10 hours in you start wondering if this is the best game of all time. While this is still held back by the fact it’s an auto attack action rpg, combat has never been more involved. You could over-grind and just let the game play for you, but if you are at the proper level or even under-leveled you will need strategy you will need to build your characters. But what makes this the best RPG of the year and contestor for best of all time is the story, it starts off nice and simple to introduce the world and the characters, honestly a little too slow for some of the characters. Once you get into the meat of the game, it gets to a point where I just bought the dlc to reward Monolithsoft for a job well done. If you have the time to play a long RPG this is a must buy. Even if you hate the combat, the story will more then make up for it.… Expand
  67. Pietrovish
    Oct 25, 2022
    9
    Una mejora de la formula , me encanto este juego. También me parece que la jugabilidad es mejor que el 2.
  68. Megazx456
    Mar 7, 2023
    9
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is a JRPG that is an excellent entry into the Xenoblade franchise and a fantastic standalone game. Developed by Monolith Soft and published by Nintendo for the Switch, it features an original story that is both captivating and surprising, with nods to other media, including Star Wars and anime such as Attack on Titan and Berserk.

    One of the standout features of    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is a JRPG that is an excellent entry into the Xenoblade franchise and a fantastic standalone game. Developed by Monolith Soft and published by Nintendo for the Switch, it features an original story that is both captivating and surprising, with nods to other media, including Star Wars and anime such as Attack on Titan and Berserk.

    One of the standout features of Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is the quality of life improvements. The intuitive waypoint system allows players to navigate the expansive game world with ease, while the ability to change classes and adopt new fighting styles adds depth to the combat system. The core crystal system has also been reimagined, with optional characters now being enlisted through fully-voiced Hero Quests, adding an extra layer of storytelling to the game.

    The layered combat system in Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is also a highlight, with players able to combo, stagger, transform, and perform linked-special moves to tackle encounters in various ways. With 19 fully fleshed-out party members, the game offers plenty of options for players to customize their party and find their preferred playstyle.
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is an essential JRPG for fans of the genre and newcomers alike. It builds upon the already solid foundation of the Xenoblade franchise, with slight quality-of-life improvements and a captivating narrative that will keep players engaged from beginning to end. With its expansive game world, layered combat system, and fully voiced Hero Quests, Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is a game that should not be missed.    … Expand
  69. GamingCrits
    Aug 1, 2022
    9
    Edit: Changed the rating from an 8 to a 9 after 15 more hours of playtime. My points made below are still valid, but as more mechanics and areas have become available, my fun with the game has increased and I adjusted the score accordingly.

    This rating has been issued after 20 hours - now 35 - of playtime and may change as I play more of the game. Anyone on this platform that gives    Edit: Changed the rating from an 8 to a 9 after 15 more hours of playtime. My points made below are still valid, but as more mechanics and areas have become available, my fun with the game has increased and I adjusted the score accordingly.

    This rating has been issued after 20 hours - now 35 - of playtime and may change as I play more of the game.

    Anyone on this platform that gives this game a 0/10 rating clearly has either no idea what an actually bad game is like, doesn't have th will or brain capacity to spend even a minute actually thinking of a fair score, or just doesn't care and wants to manipulate the User Rating by giving the lowest score possible. Opinions can differ of course, but a 0 for a game of this size and quality is nothing but ridiculous.

    I have noticed some weak points myself which is why it gets an 8 right now - now it's a 9 - , like the tutorials being incredibly handholdy and exploration being actively prohibited by the game during the early story relevant parts, but as soon as both of those finally let me off their leash, the game started feeling increasingly amazing. The music is fantastic and many aspects have been vastly improved from the second game in accordance with frequent criticism that that game received.

    I can't wait to see where the journey goes and can only encourage people not to pay attention to this stupid review bombing.    … Expand
  70. Jt0429
    Aug 5, 2022
    9
    Good-
    Captivating, well-told story with an amazing ensemble cast of characters; Visually striking world is full of massive, varied, and well-designed maps that are always a joy to explore; Exploration is incentivized with a number of engaging activities; Side quests have seen massive improvements; A number of quality-of-life improvements make for a much smoother experience; Incredible    Good-
    Captivating, well-told story with an amazing ensemble cast of characters; Visually striking world is full of massive, varied, and well-designed maps that are always a joy to explore; Exploration is incentivized with a number of engaging activities; Side quests have seen massive improvements; A number of quality-of-life improvements make for a much smoother experience; Incredible combat that never runs out of steam throughout the experience and always keeps you hooked; Dense progression mechanics, with almost two dozen classes to play and experiment with; Looks great in spite of technical limitations; Stellar music.

    Bad-
    Writing is a little rough; World-building and lore drops can feel inadequate in the opening chapters; Technical issues.

    Thoughts-
    As you may have guessed, there is a lot to say about Xenoblade Chronicles 3, and I’m not sure I’ve said all of what I could yet. It’s fitting, really, for a series of games that prides itself on the excess it delivers in quite literally every possible regard, without compromising on the core quality of the experience (something very few other developers have managed to do). Xenoblade games are massive, they defy the imagination, and they can often break the mind with their scope and sheer volume. Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is no different. In taking together over a decade long narrative arc that the geniuses at Monolith Soft have been working towards, it takes on the best of Xenoblade 1 and 2, and then brings its own additions to the table. The end result is something so jaw-droppingly big, it’s a wonder it doesn’t collapse under its own weight. Under the stewardship of a lesser developer, it probably would have, or at least, the seams would have begun to show. Under Monolith Soft, that entire excess comes together in one glorious package, tightly integrated and thoroughly compelling, not just the best game in its series and by its developer, but also arguably among the greatest games on its system and in its genre. Now that is suitably lavish praise for a series that deals with excesses like Xenoblade Chronicles does- and it’s well earned.    … Expand
  71. irai16
    Jul 11, 2023
    9
    Wow...I just finished this game and I'm still shook by the ending. I won't spoil anything, but it's an absolutely heartbreaking conclusion that perfectly encapsulates the overall themes of the story (i.e., the nature of loss, and the importance of letting go rather than clinging to the past as the story's villains do). As for the rest of the game, it serves as the true culmination of theWow...I just finished this game and I'm still shook by the ending. I won't spoil anything, but it's an absolutely heartbreaking conclusion that perfectly encapsulates the overall themes of the story (i.e., the nature of loss, and the importance of letting go rather than clinging to the past as the story's villains do). As for the rest of the game, it serves as the true culmination of the Xenoblade trilogy by combining the best elements of both. The combat is so fun, with great variety thanks to the class-switching system, and the open world is as always stunning and satisfying to explore. The characters are among the series's best as well, with all six protagonists becoming well developed by the end. My favorite was Taion, but even the stoic Noah becomes a fascinating, three-dimensional character.

    The main criticism I would give is that the game has a bit too many mechanics, and it became tedious to juggle classes, arts, gems, and Ouroboros upgrades. Additionally, while I think the ending was a good conclusion to the specific story of Xenoblade 3, it doesn't really serve as an ending to the Xenoblade trilogy that we were promised, and a few elements are left frustratingly unexplained (still have no idea WTF is up with Noah's sword). This last point doesn't bother me too much since I assume the Future Redeemed DLC will serve as a suitable ending, but just something to keep in mind! Overall, this is a definite recommend to any Xenoblade fan or RPG fan in general, and one of the Switch's best games.    … Expand
  72. Bacher108
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    The game is good. The combat is fun and deep. Setting up your party is enjoyable and there's a lot to consider when doing so. Plenty to unlock and discover. Lots to explore. Fleshed out interesting story and world.

    The one criticism that I actually agree with is the switch being under powered holds this game back. It is unavoidable at this point. This game would be mind blowing on PS5 or    The game is good. The combat is fun and deep. Setting up your party is enjoyable and there's a lot to consider when doing so. Plenty to unlock and discover. Lots to explore. Fleshed out interesting story and world.

    The one criticism that I actually agree with is the switch being under powered holds this game back. It is unavoidable at this point. This game would be mind blowing on PS5 or PC. But that is only a minor gripe. Its amazing otherwise.    … Expand
  73. Cbiswell
    Aug 16, 2022
    9
    I absolutely love this game, BUT, sometimes between missions, it is very slow. I think back to chapter 3 and it just felt like it was slugging along. I am a huge fan of Monolith's work on this series.
  74. SushiMess
    Aug 2, 2022
    9
    Gameplay, story, and atmosphere is amazing. Just wish there weren’t so many things happening on the screen. UI and a lot of party members makes things look messy to me but i’m just not used to it so it won’t affect the score much
  75. EasyGamerBoi
    Aug 17, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Tetsuya Takahashi is a GENIUS. 3 Xenoblade games back to back that are *near* masterpieces?! Monolith Soft is one of the best companies around period (and yes this game has a 9 while the other 2 games have an 8 from me, but I still consider them all on equally amazing footing). This was easily my most anticipated game of 2022 alongside Horizon II and while Xenoblade 3 isn’t perfect, it’s so damn close I can’t help smiling whenever I think about it, unable to put it down for WEEKS.
    My LONG list of positives, music is incredible as always. Is that even a question? I have to listen to it in full still but The Weight of Life, Moebius battle themes and A Step Away, truly some of the BEST songs ever in any video game. The graphics are surprisingly beautiful as well, it pushes the weak Switch to its breaking point (resulting in a few hard crashes for me), but it looks genuinely amazing, I took DOZENS of screenshots every hour. The fused environments had me geeking out the whole time too. The combat is FANTASTIC. I had so much fun even in the most basic of battles. The class system is genuinely addictive & I loved to switch up my strategies every few hours (but after a certain later point I stopped because I found classes for everyone I loved to use), and chain attacks are finally fun to use! It took a little getting used to, but very soon I was doing MILLIONS of damage and basically shredded every boss after that point. Anything would be WAY better than the god awful chain system in Xeno 1. It’s been a long time since I had so much addictive fun with a game, especially such a MASSIVE experience like Xenoblade 3. The cutscene direction & choreography are in a master class of their own. Everything in this game is designed to make you FEEL & I love some severe emotional damage in my games! I cried multiple times throughout almost every chapter, while jumping out of my seat with pure concentrated HYPE during other moments. For the record it’s physically very hard for me to cry, so THAT is an achievement! If you think that’s emotionally damaging, the ending had me in absolute SHAMBLES. I sobbed my eyes out for over an hour, until my eyes burned & my shirt was soaked. Happy & sad tears btw! One of the best ending setpieces in video game history!!!
    Negatives are few & far between. Minor stuff like some of the chapter lengths were a bit much, there’s only 7 but I think some of them could’ve been broken up into separate chapters like in previous games. Like I mentioned, the game did stutter a little then crash after from time to time. I saved a lot, but once I lost 30 minutes of decent progress which was annoying. Also in one of the later chapters, you’re stuck at a location for an extended period of time doing boring tasks for an hour before being able to leave, right in the middle of the typical ramping up of the Xenoblade story which kinda stomped on the excellent pacing up until that point. It picked right back up after like none of the fetch quest crap didn’t just happen thankfully, but I was audibly groaning after a certain point of that quest, a dirty smudge on an otherwise heart wrenching & gripping chapter. SPOILERS! What I wanna dive into last is the story itself, what I was easily the most excited for.. I really love it trust me, but I think I had set my expectations WAY too high which is on me obviously. The story has some goddamn heartwarming, heartbreaking & awe inspiring moments, but a lot of them can be spaced far apart due to the chapter design. The main villains are also kind of.. ok? Compared to Egil & Zanza, Malos, Jin & Amalthus, the majority of them pale in comparison to those iconic characters. Moebius are all intriguing to watch, but I can’t help but scratch my head a little at some of the twists and turns surrounding them, especially at those 2 FAMILIAR Moebius, if ykyk. They just kinda fell flat for me. I understand everything about them now, but the way it was presented in the story came across as convoluted at times, at least to me. I really wish there were more connections to previous games as well. What we did get was AMAZING I was just wishing there to be a lot more, although my Xeno 2 story expectations helped to prepare me for this game tbh, Xenoblade games are their OWN stories with references to previous games. Considering this was a culmination of the series & was advertised as such, I was just craving more. Still LOVED the story, but out of the 3 Chronicles games, I still prefer the 1st & 2nd’s stories. Might be a controversial take, but all of these games are so carefully & lovingly crafted, it’s truly become one of my Top 5 Favorite Franchies, and one of the best trilogies I’ve ever played right up there with Mass Effect. Thank you Takahashi & Monolith Soft.. One more thing.. REST IN PISS FIELD SKILLS!!    … Expand
  76. FlexosuarousRex
    Aug 21, 2022
    9
    I can't reccomend this game enough. Monolith seems to have really perfected their formula. Combat evolves constantly as the game progress, the level design is really well done in a huge world that begs to be explored, and the cast of heroes has great chemistry. The lore is pretty good, it might not wow any newcomers but returning players who are caught up on what's happened in the previousI can't reccomend this game enough. Monolith seems to have really perfected their formula. Combat evolves constantly as the game progress, the level design is really well done in a huge world that begs to be explored, and the cast of heroes has great chemistry. The lore is pretty good, it might not wow any newcomers but returning players who are caught up on what's happened in the previous games will be absolutely glued to their tv from start to finish.

    The sheer amount of content in this game is crazy. There are seven chapters and I had 80 hours on my game before chapter six - not because the story is that long, but because I was so compelled to go and do everything I could. No time is wasted in this game as the player is incentivized by so many things that stand to make the party stronger - whether it be new equipment, new resources for crafting gems, increased friendship with a certain faction, or even sp to use on the various skill trees for the interlink forms.

    The class system is handled really well and allows the player to customize everything about their party and how it synergizes in combat. My only complaint with this game is the way that classes are unlocked. Its easy enough to get a class for one character that automatically inherits it, but it can be a bit of a pain to acquire the class with everyone else. That's honestly the only complaint I can think of, I know i'm biased as a fan of the series but this game has been such a pleasant experience for me - there just isn't really anything I don't like about this game if I'm being honest.

    This will undoubtedly be my game of the year and I strongly recommend any gamers who are at all interested in the jrpg genre to give this game a shot, you will not be disappointed.

    TLDR: This is an excellent modern jrpg with tons of content and a lot to love for fans of the genre and more so for fans of the games that proceeded it.    … Expand
  77. Tikur
    Sep 9, 2022
    9
    Great game and the best in the series by far.

    The Story catches your interest soon and the characters are well written, so that they get your attention very quickly I had never so much fun to see my characters growing and developing. The hero characters you can unlock during the game by completing their missions are adding a lot to the plot itself and the development of your    Great game and the best in the series by far.

    The Story catches your interest soon and the characters are well written, so that they get your attention very quickly I had never so much fun to see my characters growing and developing.

    The hero characters you can unlock during the game by completing their missions are adding a lot to the plot itself and the development of your characters. These temporary party members bring not only a new class to master, their also bring a ton of variety thanks to the fact that every hero has their own unique personality.

    The battle system is more passive and how successful you are, depends on the talents your characters have, the group composition and the classes you are currently use. Every class has different properties, although their belong to the same category. The motivation and fascination comes from experimenting with them.

    The music is amazing. Especially the moebius theme is so exciting and gorgeous that it always feels like final boss time. The cutscenes are mostly emotional, but some of them are also funny too.

    However there are some flaws which holds this game back. The battles becoming more and more repetitive. After you finally learn how to do an Ouroboros-Chain-Attack. Every battle has the same scheme and you always need to follow the same steps to win.

    Another flaw is the final boss fight. This fight is to long and the first phase of it is only time consuming.

    All in all it is a great game, which takes the Xenoblade Series up to a new level.    … Expand
  78. sebask8tan
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    Es una gran juego, se ha notado el gram avance que han logrado en el desarrlllo en cada juego. es un RPG obligatorio si tienes una nintendo Switch
  79. Gremlinpirate
    Nov 19, 2022
    9
    Monolithsoft once again deliver a spectacular game for the Xenoblade franchise. From story to characters I loved every step in this entry. The battle system is tight with tons of depth and expansion. I do wish that the Kevesi side of things worked better as the Agnian classes were just "better" in my experience.
  80. albegres
    Aug 20, 2022
    9
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3, compared to 2, actually represents a real sequel and it is a bit of a shame to play this one before the previous entries as part of the plot will surely be obscure if you are not familiar with the worlds of 1 and 2 (explaining "why" would lead me into unavoidable spoilers). For that reason, I do not strongly recommend it to those who have not played the previousXenoblade Chronicles 3, compared to 2, actually represents a real sequel and it is a bit of a shame to play this one before the previous entries as part of the plot will surely be obscure if you are not familiar with the worlds of 1 and 2 (explaining "why" would lead me into unavoidable spoilers). For that reason, I do not strongly recommend it to those who have not played the previous ones, but it can always be done.
    For those who have played them, however, from my perspective, this Xenoblade is the best of the 3, because game mechanics and gaming experience are similar to a refined mix of the previous two entries (perhaps more toward 2). As for the story, it is again very interesting and full of turning points with good narration of events.    … Expand
  81. ferolajr
    May 12, 2023
    9
    I never really liked the combat gameplay of the Xenoblade franchise, it's just not for me I guess. Does the characters and the story in Xenoblade Chronicles 3 make up for it? ABSOLUTELY YES! This is a great game.
  82. Kjolter
    Aug 2, 2022
    9
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 hits the JRPG sweet spot, featuring exceptional combat with customization that is deeper than it first appears, well defined characters brought to life by incredible VA talent, and an engaging story that keeps you hooked from beginning to end. Stylistically, it stands apart from both the over the top anime fantasy of 2 and the grittier, more sepia toned 1, making itXenoblade Chronicles 3 hits the JRPG sweet spot, featuring exceptional combat with customization that is deeper than it first appears, well defined characters brought to life by incredible VA talent, and an engaging story that keeps you hooked from beginning to end. Stylistically, it stands apart from both the over the top anime fantasy of 2 and the grittier, more sepia toned 1, making it the most distinct and enjoyable entry in the series to date.

    Compared to previous entries in the series, XC3 manages to improve on basic quality of life while keeping many of the elements that fans love. Changes to the mini map and an increased number of fast travel spots make exploring Aionis much more satisfying than in XC2, and the addition of traversal skills throughout the story help to make older areas worth revisiting.

    The traditional British voice acting has always been an inspired choice for the series, but in XC3 it really shines. Each character, whether by virtue of their regional accent or just through the VA's talent, feels distinct and full of life. This can be a bit of a double edged sword, however, as when a VA fails to nail their line or embody their character, it shows.

    The story is an old classic retold with some new twists. Each of the members of Ouroboros get their fair share of development through the main story, while side characters called Heroes (which replace the Blades from XC2) are given their own development through side stories and quests that feel much more integral to the overall experience than in previous entries. The lengthy cutscenes return for XC3, and if there is one negative about this game it's how frequently they crop up.

    If you're a fan of JRPGs or previous entries in the Xenoblade series, give 3 a try. You'll be hooked!    … Expand
  83. eri41205
    Aug 5, 2022
    9
    Music is top tier. Fetch quests are awful but better than 2.
    I like the story a lot, but some hero quests are filler(poorly written) without further explanations, too much padding is not needed, this game is long and content full but does it need to be that way?
    Team building and combat tactics are mediocre compare to 2, we need a skip button for chain attack. In all there are some    Music is top tier. Fetch quests are awful but better than 2.
    I like the story a lot, but some hero quests are filler(poorly written) without further explanations, too much padding is not needed, this game is long and content full but does it need to be that way?
    Team building and combat tactics are mediocre compare to 2, we need a skip button for chain attack.
    In all there are some gripes about this game, but still it delivers what fans expected before launch.    … Expand
  84. Madbert
    Aug 3, 2022
    9
    JUEGAZO. Su historia, bien desarrollada (muy japonesa), un apartado musical bestial. Me están molando los combates y como a medida que avanzas se complican y añaden nuevas funcionalidades. Como en cualquier JRPG tiene ( en mi opinión) una pega y es de nuevo la falta de doblaje al castellano. Es un juego muy narrativo, no se entiende un triple A sin doblajes más allá del Japonés y elJUEGAZO. Su historia, bien desarrollada (muy japonesa), un apartado musical bestial. Me están molando los combates y como a medida que avanzas se complican y añaden nuevas funcionalidades. Como en cualquier JRPG tiene ( en mi opinión) una pega y es de nuevo la falta de doblaje al castellano. Es un juego muy narrativo, no se entiende un triple A sin doblajes más allá del Japonés y el inglés.. pero bueno le doy un 9 que me sigue pareciendo una notaza. Muy disfrutable el juego.… Expand
  85. Theyn
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    - Spoiler Free -

    The Story? Everything you would expect from a Xenoblade game, tho a bit slow to kick off when you do all the side content Combat? I found XC1's combat... okay. XC2's combat I really disliked. XC3 however managed to make Xenoblade combat actually _fun_ for me. The Ourboros form, switching classes, switching characters mid combat and all make it so battles never    - Spoiler Free -

    The Story?
    Everything you would expect from a Xenoblade game, tho a bit slow to kick off when you do all the side content

    Combat?
    I found XC1's combat... okay. XC2's combat I really disliked. XC3 however managed to make Xenoblade combat actually _fun_ for me. The Ourboros form, switching classes, switching characters mid combat and all make it so battles never become boring.

    Graphics?
    Insane, considering this is the Switch. They do some very dark magic of upscaling and shaders to manage this feat, but the image almost always looks fantastic. Both in docked and handheld mode.

    Issues?
    I have encountered no real bugs so far, just very minor glitches, like some items getting stuck in a wall (but still being able to pick them up), or a character vanishing in a nearby furniture piece.

    Now why just 9/10?
    Because while being a perfect Xenoblade game that overcomes almost every weakness and oddities of the former games, it isn't without flaw.
    Even though the world is vast, there's a good amount of backtracking at times when new things get unlocked in older areas - and unlocking faster running only seems to come halfway through the game.
    There's also some other QoL things missing, like being able to give much needed specific commands in battle (prioritize Ourboros, prioritize healing, ...)
    And there's a flood of unskipable tutorials in the first ~10 hours or so. Very annoying - but helpful for players new to the series.    … Expand
  86. Chippychee
    Aug 19, 2023
    9
    +Characters don't feel one-dimensional and there's lots of focus on the group and their personal struggles, wich is something that the previous games also had but not to the same extend and I'm glad to see more of it here.

    +Combat is advanced and complex and gives you seemingly infinite options to set-up your party. It's fun but din't go in this game thinking it's a full on action-JRPG    +Characters don't feel one-dimensional and there's lots of focus on the group and their personal struggles, wich is something that the previous games also had but not to the same extend and I'm glad to see more of it here.

    +Combat is advanced and complex and gives you seemingly infinite options to set-up your party. It's fun but din't go in this game thinking it's a full on action-JRPG cuz it's not. It's more of a tactical/strategy JRPG except it's not turned based.

    +Music is peak as usual.

    +The areas look dope and are fun to explore, tho don't go in this game thinking it's an open-world game like BOTW, cuz it's simply not that and not trying to be that.

    +The graphics are better than ever. Great artstyle with great graphics (For the Switch, at least)

    -The areas are very large (especially in the later chapters) but unlike in Xenoblade X, there's no sprint button wich this game could use for sure.

    -When you're fighting in a small area with lots of enemies at once the game becomes hard to follow visually. Now yes, there is an indicator showing your position relative to the enemy you're targeting but it's still a mess sometimes. I feel like they should give us the option to disable damage and healing numbers since, when you think about it, you don't really need them. Sure it's good to compare the damage output of your party members n' stuff but you can already see all the stats in the character menu so just give us the option to turn of all these damage/healing numbers so that my screen doesn't look so bloated in crowded fights.

    -The dialoge isn't bad but sometimes it feels like the characters point out pretty obvious things. Mainly early game.

    -This is not the dev's fault but sometimes I had frame rate drops in ceetain areas. This is just a Switch issue, not a Xenoblade issue.    … Expand
  87. PyroicSkullster
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    Xenoblade chronicles 3 is great!
    The graphics are better than the Xenoblade chronicles 1 port on switch and heck even better than the Second! The mouths also dont look like that made of rubber and mostly look like there actually saying the wording. Only complaints I really have is only healer can now revive and you get chain attack a little late than we should have got it. One last thing    Xenoblade chronicles 3 is great!
    The graphics are better than the Xenoblade chronicles 1 port on switch and heck even better than the Second! The mouths also dont look like that made of rubber and mostly look like there actually saying the wording. Only complaints I really have is only healer can now revive and you get chain attack a little late than we should have got it. One last thing is the fusion is amazing!    … Expand
  88. Fusionsamurai
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    It is a very good game. I really disliked XC2, and XC3 completely fixed most of my issues with it. There aren't awful affinity charts for each character to min/max, field skills are integrated into the game by NPC.

    The music in this game is fantastic. The areas are beautiful, and the world is massive. The game is definitely held back by the switch's hardware. It has frame drops when a    It is a very good game. I really disliked XC2, and XC3 completely fixed most of my issues with it. There aren't awful affinity charts for each character to min/max, field skills are integrated into the game by NPC.

    The music in this game is fantastic. The areas are beautiful, and the world is massive. The game is definitely held back by the switch's hardware. It has frame drops when a lot is happening on screen, but it generally plays at it's consistent 30 FPS. Combat is very streamlined compared to earlier entries. The tutorials do a good job introducing new mechanics to the game. It introduces them slowly as to not overwhelm the players. The story is a tad dull compared to 1 and the last half of 2, but its fine. Do not take review bomber's opinions seriously. This game is worth it if love jrpgs with very fun battle mechanics, fun characters, and excellent world building.    … Expand
  89. 22mario22sm
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    Monolith soft lo vuelve ha hacer… Se supera de nuevo con Xenoblade 3! Paisajes y banda sonora que te dejan sin aliento. Sistema de combate increíble con gran variedad de posibilidades. Historia profunda llena de giros inesperado… Para fans y no tan fans del género, una maravilla!!
  90. Qwertyuiop885
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    Played 20 hrs so far. It's great! From music, VA, direction of cutscenes to combat mechanics, systems and gameplay loop. It also looks pretty good for a switch game!
  91. Tokenbake
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. More great story!! This one continues the continuity in a fantastic way!! These games have turned into some of my most hyped. A few pacing issues but other than that near perfect!!… Expand
  92. Zaren
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    Es sin duda uno de los mejores juegos de Nintendo switch y desde mi punto de vista su mejor RPG, bastante pulido en general muy bueno en gran cantidad de aspectos, pero tiene un problema, tutoriales, está llenísimo de estos y resultan molestos
  93. Kingreviews315
    Jul 31, 2022
    9
    Roughly 10 hours into the game and I cannot put it down. I play mainly in handheld and man does the game look and play great. If you love JRPG’s I’d recommend giving it a go. I own all of the Xenoblade games (on switch) and this was by far the easiest game to pick up and play. Only reason I didn’t give it a 10 is because I haven’t completed the game as of yet (obviously). I can’t wait toRoughly 10 hours into the game and I cannot put it down. I play mainly in handheld and man does the game look and play great. If you love JRPG’s I’d recommend giving it a go. I own all of the Xenoblade games (on switch) and this was by far the easiest game to pick up and play. Only reason I didn’t give it a 10 is because I haven’t completed the game as of yet (obviously). I can’t wait to see what is in store as I continue my journey.… Expand
  94. qwikknd
    Aug 4, 2022
    9
    This is my first Xenoblade game, I am very much loving the world. It is a bit to much playing on the handheld but as I play on my TV screen it is a great experience. The mechanics added slowly have helped but as I go further and further in they are adding up! Starts to get a little repetitive also I as I go on as in Combat, BUT, it is an JRPG so it was to be expected. Very happy with thisThis is my first Xenoblade game, I am very much loving the world. It is a bit to much playing on the handheld but as I play on my TV screen it is a great experience. The mechanics added slowly have helped but as I go further and further in they are adding up! Starts to get a little repetitive also I as I go on as in Combat, BUT, it is an JRPG so it was to be expected. Very happy with this game and worth the money spent!!!… Expand
  95. Burninator84
    Aug 1, 2022
    9
    I’m only about 11 hours in the game so far, so this isn’t a review score of the entire game. So far this game is amazing, the story is fantastic, the voice acting is very good. For being on the very underpowered Switch the visual quality is really good (Nintendo needs a kick in the behind to get a more powerful system). I do have some small gripes with the game, but as a whole Xenoblade 3I’m only about 11 hours in the game so far, so this isn’t a review score of the entire game. So far this game is amazing, the story is fantastic, the voice acting is very good. For being on the very underpowered Switch the visual quality is really good (Nintendo needs a kick in the behind to get a more powerful system). I do have some small gripes with the game, but as a whole Xenoblade 3 is extremely good and if you play it you can tell MonoliftSoft really cared about this game.… Expand
  96. KyivanRus
    Aug 2, 2022
    9
    5 days in, rating with 40h+ of base game experience as a Xenoblade fan with 170h+ of the past 2 main titles
    Mainly 2 points here
    Playability: a ton of areas to explore, maps are huge Battle system: more close to xenoblade 2,but definitely did a well job at combining and improving with innovation with the battle system. Especially the chain attack, my favorite thing so far. Much more fun    5 days in, rating with 40h+ of base game experience as a Xenoblade fan with 170h+ of the past 2 main titles
    Mainly 2 points here
    Playability: a ton of areas to explore, maps are huge
    Battle system: more close to xenoblade 2,but definitely did a well job at combining and improving with innovation with the battle system.
    Especially the chain attack, my favorite thing so far. Much more fun than the chain attack in the last 2 main titles. And the music is on the same level with battle torna. chain attack theme is insanely good
    Still much room to improve but overall definitely an incredible game    … Expand
  97. Toy135
    Aug 2, 2022
    9
    About 20 hours in so far and already can tell this is likely my game of the year. Combat is incredibly deep, so much so that I guarantee I'll miss some of it until the second playthrough. Love every character that I've come across and definitely takes the things that made the other Xenoblade Chronicles so good while leaving most of what people didn't like in the second especially. ThisAbout 20 hours in so far and already can tell this is likely my game of the year. Combat is incredibly deep, so much so that I guarantee I'll miss some of it until the second playthrough. Love every character that I've come across and definitely takes the things that made the other Xenoblade Chronicles so good while leaving most of what people didn't like in the second especially. This game also feels like a reward for playing the rest of the series, which I personally love… Expand
  98. nytest1
    Aug 3, 2022
    9
    Better than Xenoblade DE, and a little bit below Xenoblade 2. Most of the story was good, but the ending was a little bit flat
  99. Khoryu
    Aug 5, 2022
    9
    Xenoblade Chronicles is a successful sequel to the previous games, and it delivers quite the ride for the player. Although the game did have a slow start, it picks up speed and doesn't lose it, rather it goes faster until the end where the ride turns to content. Gameplay wise it's really fast but the customization is somewhat limited for heroes. Other than that, Xenoblade Chronicles 3 isXenoblade Chronicles is a successful sequel to the previous games, and it delivers quite the ride for the player. Although the game did have a slow start, it picks up speed and doesn't lose it, rather it goes faster until the end where the ride turns to content. Gameplay wise it's really fast but the customization is somewhat limited for heroes. Other than that, Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is an enjoyable piece of video game storytelling and it'll keep the player focused until the end.… Expand
  100. nicewarning
    Aug 5, 2022
    9
    A most excellent new entry in the Xenoblade franchise, probably the best so far, the Monolith continues to improve and proves themselves as one of the most consistent game developers. Very well written story, great characters, a HUGE world to explore, deep and addictive battle system with unique interesting mechanics, and godly soundtrack.
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  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 25, 2024
    100
    Ultimately, Xenoblade Chronicles 3 represents the pinnacle of the series, both gameplay-wise and narratively. The characters are another highlight of the game. They are well-drawn, with only a small amount of formulaicness. [Issue#321]
  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Nov 9, 2022
    100
    I began XC3 knowing I'd enjoy it because of the fun I had with the previous games. What I didn't expect was for this to become one of my favorite JPRGs of all-time! With its engaging open world, engrossing combat system, loveable characters and gripping story, this game is a masterpiece of the genre! [Issue #62 – November/December 2022, p. 67]
  3. Easy Allies
    Oct 11, 2022
    90
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is a clear improvement over its predecessors in almost every way. It streamlines so much and avoids past pitfalls, though there’s still work to be done in terms of balancing the difficulty. There’s a grounded story here with a solid cast of characters, and the basic plot is much easier to digest. The world design exceeds past efforts with ease, and the implementation of Hero Quests is a game changer. While the devs have done an admirable job making the battle system easier to grasp, it feels like the series has fully explored and exhausted these core combat mechanics, signaling it’s time for the next game to change things up. As a whole, it stands as a phenomenal RPG with a one-of-a-kind sense of exploration you can’t find anywhere else.
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