Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 1336 Ratings

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  1. Fab68
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    One of the bedt JRPG's if not THE best of all time! Story is very good, mechanics and Tactics are deep, unbelievable amount of sidequests and lovely character.

    A must play and have for every Switch owner
  2. Zeriel000
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece and I highly reccomend it to any Switch owner. I haven't played a JRPG this good since the PS2 era. The story is amazing, the characters are amazing and the maps feel huge and open world. There's always something to do with Quests, collectibles, character leveling, gem crafting etc. etc.

    One thing, the combat takes a while to get used to because it can get    This game is a masterpiece and I highly reccomend it to any Switch owner. I haven't played a JRPG this good since the PS2 era. The story is amazing, the characters are amazing and the maps feel huge and open world. There's always something to do with Quests, collectibles, character leveling, gem crafting etc. etc.

    One thing, the combat takes a while to get used to because it can get complicated as you unlock the Monado and all of the other skills. Every character has special Arts, skills and strategies so I reccomend you read the in game tutorial several times because this game has a TON of different systems that can get really complicated. For example knowing when to use the Monado arts to combat different boss mechanics.

    Another thing that makes this game great is that it's actually a challenge to play. One big flaw of JRPGs is how they always feel so easy but in this game if you're under leveled a boss can kick your ass. There's also a ton of super bosses just laying around with epic loot if you manage to defeat them.

    This game deserves a 10/10, must have status and a Bad Ass seal of approval.    … Expand
  3. Cephey
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    One of my favorite franchise, realy intrestin game, whith a lot of new mechanicsh and gameplay style
  4. joash
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    Simply a masterpiece! Why are you still reading reviews instead of playing this work of art?
  5. AShinyGiratina
    Jun 1, 2020
    10
    So what do you get when you remake a masterpiece to fix almost all of its very few flaws. You get a 10/10 game is what happens. My only complaint with this game is that the animations are still very shoddy and unsynced. Of course, Monolithsoft did the best they could using a 10-year old animations engine, and would've haved to delay the project several more years if they did this. ButSo what do you get when you remake a masterpiece to fix almost all of its very few flaws. You get a 10/10 game is what happens. My only complaint with this game is that the animations are still very shoddy and unsynced. Of course, Monolithsoft did the best they could using a 10-year old animations engine, and would've haved to delay the project several more years if they did this. But other than that, the game is still the best JRPG of all time.… Expand
  6. Waelkrr
    Jun 12, 2020
    10
    This game is a prime example of why art style will always be more important to me than graphic fidelity. Along with the amazing visuals, the story is simply incredible. My favorite game of all time. For your own good, play this game.
  7. Megazx456
    May 31, 2020
    10
    Easily the best if not one of the best JRPGS in the past 10 years. This version is an overall graphical improvement over the first game. The world and characters are more alive and vibrant than ever. The UI has been cleaned up to give it a better visual appeal to match it to current-gen standards. As much as I love the this game, it does take a hit when it comes to the resolutionEasily the best if not one of the best JRPGS in the past 10 years. This version is an overall graphical improvement over the first game. The world and characters are more alive and vibrant than ever. The UI has been cleaned up to give it a better visual appeal to match it to current-gen standards. As much as I love the this game, it does take a hit when it comes to the resolution department. Only running at 504P in Handheld and 720P Docked. Handheld mode isn't too bad, but I was expecting that the resolution would it at least be 720P handheld to 900P docked upscaled, but that little nitpick isn't enough to keep anyone from playing this absolute masterpiece. For any and all JRPG fans who have being looking for a great game with a fantastic battle mechanic, a rich open world with tons of secrets to explore, and memorable characters that you will remember for a lifetime. If you haven't experience the greatness of Xenoblade, now is the time!… Expand
  8. Disweek
    May 29, 2020
    10
    My favorite game of all time by far, amazing environments, artistic design, one of the best soundtracks of all time, a beautiful history, a lot of lovely characters, just is soooo good in a lot of aspects, a must play and the best rpg of all time for me, the remaster only make it feel a way better, lovely
  9. ZenithBirion
    Jun 11, 2020
    10
    As a JRPG, the major reason why you would play this game would be the story. Needless to say, the story ifs fantastic. There are a ton of twists that will catch you off guard, but can still be predicted if you pay close attention. As for the combat, while it is relatively simple, and straightforward, the game does not take the entire game to fully flesh out its combat. Each of theAs a JRPG, the major reason why you would play this game would be the story. Needless to say, the story ifs fantastic. There are a ton of twists that will catch you off guard, but can still be predicted if you pay close attention. As for the combat, while it is relatively simple, and straightforward, the game does not take the entire game to fully flesh out its combat. Each of the characters bring about a different play style. Shulk focuses more on positionals, Reyn on buffing himself and keeping the enemy on him, and Sharla focuses on support. Sure while combat is simple, if you dislike the combat of a particular character, you can always change who you are controlling. If you were not a fan of Xenoblade 2, the general consensus in the Xenoblade community is that this one is superior as far as story and characters are concerned. That being said, I am not saying that all of the characters in 2 are boring, Xenoblade Chronicles just handles its main cast significantly better. There is not a single character in the main party that I dislike.

    The music in Definitive Edition is amazing, thankfully, if you are not a big fan of the remastered soundtrack, you can always switch back to the original soundtrack.

    As for the changes made in the Definitive edition, There are a ton of quality of life improvements such as, icons to indicate which item orbs you need to grab, NPC tracking, quest tracking, Scout spotted you exclamation mark, art suggestion marker, Gift result memory, and many others. Needless to say, trying to 100% this game or even completing side quests are far less tedious than it was in the original game.

    A complaint that I have noticed in a significant amount of reviews is the fact that this game is grindy. This game will take you forever to grind your characters to the correct level threshold, if you are fighting monsters for grinding. Side quests give you far more experience than fighting enemies do, that being said, do not feel the need to complete all the sidequests that you get. If you complete no side quests, you will be underleveled, and if you complete all the sidequests in a particular area, you will be overleveled for the next boss. One thing to keep in mind is that 81 out of the 480 side quests in the game are found in the first area, so don't feel the need to complete all the quests here; however, if you are struggling to defeat bosses because of the level difference, consider doing a few side quests that give you exp, or better equipment. If ever you find yourself overleveled, there is an addition introduced in DE called Expert Mode. You can manually adjust which level you are with that option. The other complaint is the fact that you move too slowly, there is a gem that you can either craft, get from a sidequest, or get from finishing a page of the collectabedia called Quickstep gems. Equipping those will increase the movement speed of the character it is on.

    I personally find that this is one of the best JRGs ever created, and if you think this is nostalgia speaking, I have played the original game last year and stopped around halfway through because definitive edition was announced. That being said, the game should take around 70-80 hours to complete, if it take more time than that, either you are trying to be a completionist, or you are grinding manually.    … Expand
  10. Janek1907
    Dec 24, 2020
    10
    Xenoblade DE is a fantastic game. If you haven’t played the Wii or 3Ds version yet, this is a must have. The graphics are much better than in the previous versions and the future content is a nice addition to a brilliant game. Positives:
    - good art style
    - good characters - fantastic big world - amazing soundtrack - good combat system - good graphics - future content - difficultly Settings    Xenoblade DE is a fantastic game. If you haven’t played the Wii or 3Ds version yet, this is a must have. The graphics are much better than in the previous versions and the future content is a nice addition to a brilliant game. Positives:
    - good art style
    - good characters - fantastic big world - amazing soundtrack - good combat system
    - good graphics
    - future content
    - difficultly Settings - amazing story

    negatives:
    - grinding in the ending game is needed
    - Jump ability in the game is useless
    - maps aren’t unlocked, you have to visit every single place to have a complete version of an areas map

    I really enjoyed this game, brilliant story, really good game. Problems are mostly quality of life things, so not that bad. I recommend this game to any RPG fan, Xeno fans, gamers who like discovering a big world or following to a great story.    … Expand
  11. bulba2020think
    Jun 16, 2020
    10
    A genuinely good JRPG that has almost nothing wrong with it. I would highly recommend for fans of the game that couldn't buy the Wii version because it was overpriced, or the New 3Ds version cause nobody bought the system.
  12. Svanhild
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    As a RPG lover this game is just a perfect 10.
    A great story, great characters, incredible enormous world, and the best music.
    You may find hard to understand the combat system and the complex gear system but once you try it you'll find lot of building posibilities to make the combat easier. The game isn't easy but this version offers a easy mode for just enjoying the story without    As a RPG lover this game is just a perfect 10.
    A great story, great characters, incredible enormous world, and the best music.
    You may find hard to understand the combat system and the complex gear system but once you try it you'll find lot of building posibilities to make the combat easier.

    The game isn't easy but this version offers a easy mode for just enjoying the story without dealing with the difficult combat parts.
    You may feel overwhelmed with the sidequests but they're that, sidequests. You can just ignore them or pick them and complete when you feel like it. This version also includes combat challenges with glamour gear rewards.

    If you like JRPG you'll love this game for sure!
    Play Xenoblade Chronicles for Nintendo Switch!    … Expand
  13. LongHappyFrog
    May 29, 2020
    10
    This game is really good. Even almost a decade later after its original release its still an amazing game and a must pick up. It might not be for everyone but if you like the JRPG genre this will become your favorite game.
  14. TheMarvelousMrL
    Oct 7, 2020
    10
    I am actually one of those guys who played Xenoblade Chronicles 2 first and never had the chance to play the original Wii version, after finishing Xenoblade Chronicles 2 I was planing to pick up the original wii game until eventually seeing the reveal for this remaster. I was continuously battling in my head if i should pick up the original wii release or wait until this game to release. iI am actually one of those guys who played Xenoblade Chronicles 2 first and never had the chance to play the original Wii version, after finishing Xenoblade Chronicles 2 I was planing to pick up the original wii game until eventually seeing the reveal for this remaster. I was continuously battling in my head if i should pick up the original wii release or wait until this game to release. i eventually decided to wait and picked it up a little bit after it's release and it was definitely worth the wait, i am so glad i got to experience This game for the first time on the Switch in hd, i was totally blown away. The story, world and characters are absolutely amazing, the gameplay as expected was super fun and engaging and has kept me busy ever since i picked it up there are many side quest's, unlockables and places to explore and discover as expected from a game in the Xenoblade Series that will keep you engaged and playing even after completing the main story, there is also a bonus epilogue game exclusive to this remaster that takes place after the event's of the main game that expands the story even further which made an excellent addition to this amazing game. regardless If you are someone like me who never had the chance to play the original release or If you are someone who played the original release I would definitely recommend picking up this game this is an amazing open world story based RPG and it absolutely lives up to it's title ''Definitive Edition''… Expand
  15. Ravager47
    May 30, 2020
    10
    If you're into JRPGs, this is a must play. It's characters, world, story, visuals, and are to die for. Truley an epic game with an amazing story.
  16. Indigo514
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles was already a masterpiece among masterpieces with it's incredible story, interesting world, beautiful environments, memorable characters, engaging battle system and amazing soundtrack. This game doesn't miss a mark on any of those things. The original's only noteworthy issues were it's side quest tracking and UI/battle HUD; some may even argue that graphics was anXenoblade Chronicles was already a masterpiece among masterpieces with it's incredible story, interesting world, beautiful environments, memorable characters, engaging battle system and amazing soundtrack. This game doesn't miss a mark on any of those things. The original's only noteworthy issues were it's side quest tracking and UI/battle HUD; some may even argue that graphics was an 'issue' for the original even though graphics should never make or break whether a game is good or not. Anyway, the Definitive Edition has addressed every issue with an incredible amount of quality of life changes and additions. Monolithsoft have knocked it out the park with this one and anyone who is a fan of JRPGs should definitely pick up this game up. Even if this is your first JRPG, they've made it so much easier for newcomers to be introduced into the amazing world that is the Xenoblade Chronicles series. This game a special one for sure and lives up to it's praise and hype. And I didn't even mention that there's extra content that was cut from the original game which already had a lot of content in it.

    I'd like to take this opportunity here to thank Monolithsoft so much for putting so much love and care into this game! Hope others will enjoy and appreciate this game as much as I do!    … Expand
  17. Makashinga
    Jan 29, 2021
    10
    I don't give 10s out but this game deserves it. Great story, combat, graphics, and music. Once in a decade game.
  18. Mhaaad
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    AMAZING! , this game is like an MMORPG but for a single player.

    I like playing MMORPGs, I am a fan of FFXIV, playing through solid plot while exploring new areas and completing side quests, drop items, gem crafting, different gear, area unique bosses, ....... etc. I played without seeing any reviews or trailers, People are praising the game so I gave it a blind shot, glad I did    AMAZING! , this game is like an MMORPG but for a single player.

    I like playing MMORPGs, I am a fan of FFXIV, playing through solid plot while exploring new areas and completing side quests,
    drop items, gem crafting, different gear, area unique bosses, ....... etc.

    I played without seeing any reviews or trailers, People are praising the game so I gave it a blind shot, glad I did because the story is filled with twists and curve balls that would have been spoiled for me.

    Anyway, strongly recommended if you like MMOs or JRPGs.    … Expand
  19. ludoplayer
    May 29, 2020
    10
    The best version of the videogame of Monolith Software.
    This is the perfect game in this period
  20. Gamertag77
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Un juego que apesar de tener 10 años sigue siendo de los mejores jrpg del mundo
  21. Omnislasher420
    Jul 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is my first time with this game and it was probably the best JRPG experience in a while. From twist villains like Mumkahr and Dickson to sprawling areas such as Guar Plain and Valak Snowfields and an engaging combat system, this game proves time and time again that it lives up to the hype. I probably enjoyed this better than Xenoblade 2, Xenoblade 1 has more story, more enjoyable characters so on. That being said Xenoblade 2 is still pretty good but this is much better. (Less anime tropes) If you want an action JRPG with lots of content and exploration, this is it. Can’t get much better. The captivating story will leave you astonished and will make you surprised. Don’t take my word for it, buy this amazing game.… Expand
  22. Beto1960
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Its graphic section that now looks like anime suits you wonderfully, its history, characters and duration are incredible
  23. Theuzetz
    Oct 19, 2020
    10
    Honestly, when I bought this game, I wasn't expecting it to be such a masterpiece, easily my favorite game of all time, it's incredibly innovative at everything it does, gameplay feels fluid and rewarding, while it might be tough for newcomers, because I'll admit it's not really that fun until you master the combat system. The story is one of, if not the best I've ever seen, not only inHonestly, when I bought this game, I wasn't expecting it to be such a masterpiece, easily my favorite game of all time, it's incredibly innovative at everything it does, gameplay feels fluid and rewarding, while it might be tough for newcomers, because I'll admit it's not really that fun until you master the combat system. The story is one of, if not the best I've ever seen, not only in JRPGs, but in all of fiction, characters are well built, world is huge and fun to explore, a bit lacking on quality of the side quests, which might be my biggest complaint about the game, but overall, much better than I expected it to be, please buy this game, very unlikely will you regret it, if you have any interest in the genre at all, this game excels at everything it does, and it's the best at it.
    Also, if you like this game, please check out xenoblade 2 as well, that game is also phenomenal.    … Expand
  24. Tutucoto
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece in low resolution one of the best JRPGS OF ALL TIME NINTENDO WINS AGAIN
  25. Duncs12345
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    I am new to Zenoblade Chronicles and I loved this game.
    The battle system, boss fights, character development, voice acting, cut scenes, and overall story were brilliant.
    Anyone who enjoys RPGs should play this game.
  26. Breadman42
    Jun 13, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece.

    It's definitely one of my favourite games for many reasons. The world you play in is expansive and immerses you into the game. The sound track is AMAZING (listen to "you to you will know our names" and I doubt you won't want to start dancing). And the combat is really fun once you get the hang of it. My only complaint is that the character models aren't    This game is a masterpiece.

    It's definitely one of my favourite games for many reasons. The world you play in is expansive and immerses you into the game. The sound track is AMAZING (listen to "you to you will know our names" and I doubt you won't want to start dancing). And the combat is really fun once you get the hang of it.

    My only complaint is that the character models aren't amazing. A lot of the time they don't look like they are actually speaking, more like doing a **** lip-sync to somebody talking. But the rest of this INCREDIBLE game makes up for this small flaw that didn't even bother me that much, which is why this game's score remains a 10.

    In summary, this my favourite JRPG to date and i hope that it will become yours as well!    … Expand
  27. mrrayan
    May 29, 2020
    10
    it a great game and so fun and enjoy the characters are loveable and game play countless time
  28. Hij45g
    May 29, 2020
    10
    A true Masterpiece of jrpg gents if it hadn't came to the we would have missed a lot of things so we owe it a lot
  29. LuckyXD
    Jun 3, 2020
    10
    As a kinda new Xenoblade fan, i gotta say this game is awesome, it has a lot of things that make it very enjoyable such as great gameplay, a quite unique battle system, one of the most lovable characters cast I have ever seen and amazing locations. If you have a Nintendo Switch, you should really buy this game!
  30. Angelo_64
    May 30, 2020
    10
    The best switch game besides Zelda Breath of the Wild. Excelent gameplay and music, truly a definitive edition!
  31. RenXCDE
    May 30, 2020
    10
    This is genuinely my favorite game of all time, words cannot express how much I adore Xenoblade Chronicles, and now, Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition. The combat is so refined and fun, it’s simple yet complicated at the same time, it’s fun as a beginner, and a veteran of the game.

    The story is also the best story i’ve ever seen in fiction, there’s so many twists and turns, and so    This is genuinely my favorite game of all time, words cannot express how much I adore Xenoblade Chronicles, and now, Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition. The combat is so refined and fun, it’s simple yet complicated at the same time, it’s fun as a beginner, and a veteran of the game.


    The story is also the best story i’ve ever seen in fiction, there’s so many twists and turns, and so many great characters and moments. Never in the story have i felt bored, or uninterested in what was going on. I 100% recommend XCDE for anyone who is a fan of JRPGs, especially if you liked Xenoblade Chronicles 2    … Expand
  32. joelgil666
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Compared with the original version, the remastered version adds a casual mode to make it easier for new players to get started
    The game pictures look very comfortable and the UI is more friendly
    Regardless of whether you have played or not, it is recommended to play
    a masterpiece
  33. Trike23
    May 29, 2020
    10
    The original Xenoblade Chronicles was already one of the best games i've ever played. With its amazing story, characters, soundtrack and gameplay, it's hard not to fall in love with the game.
    Definitive Edition takes most stuff the original did and makes it better! Character models are now good, the soundtrack got remastered, a bunch of QOL upgrades got added to the game, etc.
    So overall,    The original Xenoblade Chronicles was already one of the best games i've ever played. With its amazing story, characters, soundtrack and gameplay, it's hard not to fall in love with the game.
    Definitive Edition takes most stuff the original did and makes it better! Character models are now good, the soundtrack got remastered, a bunch of QOL upgrades got added to the game, etc.
    So overall, Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition is my favorite game of all time.    … Expand
  34. SwiftCx
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Xenoblade was already considered a masterpiece of a game, but all of these quality of life changes and not to mention the graphical upgrade just enhance the experience by a thousand fold. Monolithsoft truly out did themselves and I hope their next entry in this franchise will be just as good as the first Xenoblade Chronicles.
  35. Pneuma714
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    Better graphic, better UI, better character modelings, this is perfect remaster.
  36. Everal
    May 29, 2020
    10
    almost the best history in a JRPG, a gigantic world to explore and loss and a great battle system, this game is my personal best and now it look amazing that was maybe the only downside in the original game.
    for me a perfect ten and a game everyone need to try.
  37. metacriticgobrr
    May 29, 2020
    10
    the best Xenoblade game and the best jrpg on the switch. Combat is fun, the world is huge, and the story is one of the best ever told.
  38. Danign96
    May 29, 2020
    10
    The upgrade we all neded. The OST and the gameplay are delicious, even better than the original ones. And the new epilogue is amazing.
  39. MrH321
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Best JRPG I've ever played, boasts an unbeatable story, characters, and now graphics to boot. GET THIS GAME.
  40. javierxito
    May 31, 2020
    10
    Xenoblade chronicles definitive edition es una de las mejores maneras de disfrutar uno de los más grandes JRP de la wii
  41. OrangeAsy
    May 30, 2020
    10
    I played this game years ago and it became my most favourite game of all time. Now with almost everything I ever wanted in this game (good graphics, polished UI, extra story etc!) , it has become an absolute masterpiece! I can't recommend this enough if you like games with a fantastic story and awesome gameplay + characters.
  42. Xenobest
    May 29, 2020
    10
    One of the best JRPGS of all time. If you LOVE JRPGS and never played a Xenoblade game, this one is a MUST buy! However, if you played Xenoblade 2 and enjoyed it, this one is SO MUCH BETTER in terms of story and gameplay, in my opinion at least. DON’T SLEEP ON THIS GAME, the gameplay, story, characters, and ESPECIALLY the OST is too good to pass up! For those who never played this game,One of the best JRPGS of all time. If you LOVE JRPGS and never played a Xenoblade game, this one is a MUST buy! However, if you played Xenoblade 2 and enjoyed it, this one is SO MUCH BETTER in terms of story and gameplay, in my opinion at least. DON’T SLEEP ON THIS GAME, the gameplay, story, characters, and ESPECIALLY the OST is too good to pass up! For those who never played this game, give it a try. There’s a casual mode for new players so they can enjoy the game in a more enjoyable experience. There is even something for us longtime Xenoblade fans or those who likes a challenge, expert mode! This game is funny, sad, dark, beautiful, etc. I will say it once and I will say it again, PLEASE do not sleep on this game. If it’s your first time playing, you are in for a UNFORGETTABLE experience, and for those who already played the game like me, well...have fun. Also for new players, play the original story first then play Future Connected, since Future Connected takes place after the main game. So yeah...buy Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition. Thank you Monolithsoft, and we look forward to whatever else you have planned.… Expand
  43. Miltonv619
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Easily one of the best jrpgs of the past decade, will now become one of the best jrpgs of this new decade. With its outstanding soundtrack, beautiful visuals, and addicting gameplay, topping it all off with a fantastic story, this is a must have for switch owners.
  44. Draco1212
    May 29, 2020
    10
    A modern JRPG Classic. Old fans can enjoy the best JRPG of this modern era, and new fans are in for a treat. The characters are memorable, the world is beautiful, the OST is amazing, and the game looks a lot better. And well...what else is there to say? Monolithsoft took a masterpiece and made it even better. For those curious, don’t sleep on this game. There’s a casual mode for newA modern JRPG Classic. Old fans can enjoy the best JRPG of this modern era, and new fans are in for a treat. The characters are memorable, the world is beautiful, the OST is amazing, and the game looks a lot better. And well...what else is there to say? Monolithsoft took a masterpiece and made it even better. For those curious, don’t sleep on this game. There’s a casual mode for new players so the can enjoy the game without the difficulty. So yeah, buy this game.… Expand
  45. Darkpit64
    Jul 28, 2022
    10
    Take what is already one of the greatest games of all time, give it a new coat of paint, quality of life improvements, extra content and a reorchestrated soundtrack, I would give this an 11/10 if I could.
  46. Blaze18
    May 29, 2020
    10
    The best JRPG of this generation. The characters are memorable, the world is massive, the soundtrack is fantastic, etc. New comers are in for a fantastic time, just turn on causal mode for a much more enjoyable experience. And play the main story before Future Connected. This game is a masterpiece and Monolith made it EVEN better. For those curious please buy this game, you won’t regret it.
  47. MauriMauri
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Inmejorable en todos sus aspectos. El mejor JRPG del año, muy buen ritmo, buen sistema de combate, historia profunda, personajes carismaticos
  48. xmuffinx
    May 29, 2020
    10
    This really is one of the best RPGs of all time. You shouldn't overlook this one out.
  49. hugokasiers
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Un jeu incroyable que je conseille à tous le monde d'y jouer, ce jeu possède une des meilleures ost jamais vu dans un jeu. Le monde du jeu est unique, le gameplay est bon
  50. Grp
    May 29, 2020
    10
    This is truly one of the best JRPGs of all time. Close to perfection, and a great improvement over the original. 10/10
  51. Metadroid
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Looking back at the Wii era Xenoblade Chronicles suffers from muddy graphics and cluttered interface. But today Xenoblade Chronicles definitive edition introduces us with it’s expansive world and it’s rich cast of characters while also introducing many life improvement to the game which it didn’t have previously. It’s safe to say that Monolithsoft really step up their game in preservingLooking back at the Wii era Xenoblade Chronicles suffers from muddy graphics and cluttered interface. But today Xenoblade Chronicles definitive edition introduces us with it’s expansive world and it’s rich cast of characters while also introducing many life improvement to the game which it didn’t have previously. It’s safe to say that Monolithsoft really step up their game in preserving it’s fantastic story while also help maintain the combat system engaging and provided a new fresh coat of paint to returning players and new to experience this genre of an RPG.… Expand
  52. Tatysquid
    May 29, 2020
    10
    A Masterpiece game with a new tale being told and the new Character designs are stunning. A Masterpiece indeed.
  53. silentlore
    May 30, 2020
    10
    Omg I can't describe how good it is. Just wow, the gameplay is addictive, the characters are 10/10, side quests are fun, enemy's are fun to fight and much more. You have to play Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch
  54. Shadod123
    May 30, 2020
    10
    There really isn't much to say when it comes to this version of the game. It manages to clearly be a love letter to the die-hard fans while, at the same time, it tries to become as appealing as possible to a new demographic: Switch owners and newcomers of the franchise (people who played either Xenoblade Chronicles X and/or 2, but that didn't have the chance to check this one out). TheThere really isn't much to say when it comes to this version of the game. It manages to clearly be a love letter to the die-hard fans while, at the same time, it tries to become as appealing as possible to a new demographic: Switch owners and newcomers of the franchise (people who played either Xenoblade Chronicles X and/or 2, but that didn't have the chance to check this one out). The updated graphics and nice additions in the quality of life department brought an already impeccable Wii game even closer to perfection. The revamped OST is definitely nice too but the real goat here and what you could say that it was utmost necessary is the new look that Monolith Software gave this game.
    There's absolutely no excuse now for you to not give a chance to this underlooked JRPG gem from the last generation of consoles. Lastly, I can only hope that you're really feeling it and having a Reyn of a time while playing it.
    And remember, just as you can't have a rainbow without Reyn, you can't truly know the taste of the modern JRPG's formula until you've played Xenoblade Chronicles.    … Expand
  55. chulalala
    May 30, 2020
    10
    The best JRPG of all time gets another release. What more could you ask for?
  56. MightyShulk
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    XC DE is jsut an amazing game!!! I love every second of it!!

    It's Reyn time!!!
  57. pockets679
    May 30, 2020
    10
    Still looks beautiful ten years later with the new textures and animations. The combat system is tight and the acting is great.
  58. Pho3nix951
    May 30, 2020
    10
    The overall quality of life improvements really make doing certain quests easier and the overall graphical improvements and the remastered soundtrack make the game even more enjoyable then the wii version. The new content in the base game like expert mode and challenge mode might be apealing to oid fans and the new epilogue chapter adds even more story to the game for players to enjoy!The overall quality of life improvements really make doing certain quests easier and the overall graphical improvements and the remastered soundtrack make the game even more enjoyable then the wii version. The new content in the base game like expert mode and challenge mode might be apealing to oid fans and the new epilogue chapter adds even more story to the game for players to enjoy! Overall monolith Soft did a great job with this and that new and old fans will have a blast playing this!… Expand
  59. liam-1980
    May 30, 2020
    10
    This is the best rpg game since FF6. I never thought amy game would surpass ff7. This game compared to ff7r is a great example of what true ambition, hard work and love can accomplish. Don't trust all these nutcases that game this game 0/10. They are just trolls who didn't even play the game.
  60. Nemo_gu
    May 30, 2020
    10
    Loved the first sight when I played it on WII. Also bought the 3DS version, now it’s switch. Story, music, system, everything is a perfect balance for JRPG. Even the graphics I think could have been better. But the update such like more info. to lead you finish the sub missions are great. Nintendo, please finish redoing the 1st episode, it’s time for 3rd now!!
  61. Flomo
    May 31, 2020
    10
    Ein fast Perfektes Spiel von 2010 ist nun perfekt . Das beste jrpg .
    Super Musik ,wunderschöne stimmige Grafik . Tolle Charaktere und die beste Story .
  62. GamingCrits
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    I know perfectly well how hard it is to justify a 10/10 rating and to be honest, I was kind of tempted to give Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition a 9/10 because I felt like it would probably be taken more seriously, but in the end, I just couldn't do it because I just love playing it so much.

    This doesn't mean this game has not flaws because there certainly are some, but it's    I know perfectly well how hard it is to justify a 10/10 rating and to be honest, I was kind of tempted to give Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition a 9/10 because I felt like it would probably be taken more seriously, but in the end, I just couldn't do it because I just love playing it so much.

    This doesn't mean this game has not flaws because there certainly are some, but it's despite all of them that I've been playing this on a daily basis since it came out a month ago, and I normally tend to switch between games rather quickly once I've finished them.

    What XCDE still does best ist the amazing worldbuilding, storytelling, its highly customizable and varied combat system and the brilliant english voice acting.
    Also the soundtrack, which was already great in the Wii and 3DS releases, has now been greatly overhauled for this version which makes it almost just as incredible as the one found in Xenoblade Chronicles 2, though sometimes the occasional sampled instruments are still just a little bit more obvious.

    Graphically, if you manage to look past some small shortcomings like grass fading in and the resolution not being as good as it could technically be (yes it's a shame but not at all as bad as many people like to make it sound), XCDE manages to impress in quite a few ways. There's the customizable and completely overhauled UI, the added option of appearance gear that lets you choose your characters' appearances independently of their equipment which is even visible in the epic cutscenes, the remade character models which all look nice and clean this time around and of course the breathtaking landscapes that only Monloith Soft manages to craft in this unique way in my opinion (who were in charge of developing Breath of the Wild's world as well, as you might know).

    The story remains the same as in the original, which is both a very good thing and a little bit of a shame at the same time. As amazing and intriguing as it is and as brilliantly as it's told, Definitive Edition would have definitely offered an opportunity to expand on some smaller aspects of it which it doesn't. I still love every part of it, from the characters to the pacing and general flow; there's just no episode in the game whatsoever that doesn't contribute to the main plot at least in some subtle way you might only realize later on or even on a second playthrough. In my honest opinion, this is among the absolute best RPG stories there are on the video game market and it even still outclasses Xenoblade 2s story in a lot of ways.

    As for the core gameplay, one thing I would have liked to see is the AI of party members getting an overhaul. Sadly, that isn't the case and you'll still want to make sure to take control of certain party members yourself if you want to use them, since this really isn't the best AI.
    Yet on the contrary, that is really the only complaint I have regarding the combat system, and that's saying something. Though combat is based on auto-attacks and cooldown-based arts, there's so much going on on screen most of the time that you'll need to constantly pay attention instead of being able to let the game play itself. Every character feels and plays unique and what makes this JRPG combat special is that the characters actually depend on each other in order to unfold their full potential - so not just controlling one character alone actually has a meaning in this case.
    There's also a huge amount of customization for you to do. Part of the fun is trying out which party setups synergize best together, which arrangement of arts and equipment benefit your desired constellation the most and ultimately, which playstyle you prefer. XCDE also encourages experimentation by making you adapt to certain types of enemies because of their unique attack patterns or other attributes such as different kinds of auras. All in all, this makes for a very strategic, varied and also individual experience that can sometimes be very challenging and keep you on the edge of your chair during particularily hard fights. Even doing a bunch of quests on the side, I only managed to be overleveled for about an hour of gameplay before meeting unique enemies that almost stomped my party again.

    Speaking of the quests: Yes, there's a lot of generic ones in there. I highly recommend accepting them as soon as they pop up and just completing them as part of the exploration process, instead of hording them and then trying to grind them all at once, which admittedly can get quite tedious. But XCDE also does go out of its way to make them as easy to complete as possible, showing you exactly where you need to go and even giving you rewards straight after completion instead of having you backtrack to the questgiver in many cases. And there's also some questlines that do tell charming or fun little stories, so be on the look out for those. ;)

    All in all, this remains my favorite RPG to date and I don't regret buying it a second time at all.    … Expand
  63. SoloBowl
    May 31, 2020
    10
    Don't let that 89 critic score fool you, this is the best way to play Xenoblade Chronicles, the Definitive Edition of the game builds on the original and more. The soundtrack is beautiful and powerful, you are able to switch between the originals or the new arranged ones. They've made UI changes that make the gameplay more amazing to play including an Expert mode and causal lettingDon't let that 89 critic score fool you, this is the best way to play Xenoblade Chronicles, the Definitive Edition of the game builds on the original and more. The soundtrack is beautiful and powerful, you are able to switch between the originals or the new arranged ones. They've made UI changes that make the gameplay more amazing to play including an Expert mode and causal letting everyone experience the game on their terms and the improved graphics show how bad original looked and how amazing DE does. The resolution when in handheld isn't a big difference to when its docked, the character models and settings still looked fantastic. Oh, and the story the characters is the crowning achievement of this game to put it simply it's a masterpiece. Some cons of the game are however are dated the animations for characters in cuts scenes everyone looks great but when certain characters run it just looks goofy and unfortunately since the original language of the game is Japanese there is no lipsync for the English dub however this is common in JRPGs these are only nitpicks it doesn't take away the experience of the game. The Extra Story mode and challenges are a great addition to this already massive game. This is one of the best JRPGs of all time, don't overlook this game you'll regret it!… Expand
  64. Pieroto
    May 31, 2020
    10
    Must play for any jrpg fan. Amazing story and world building, that keeps you entertained for hours and hours.
  65. OuttaGum
    Jun 1, 2020
    10
    Played the sequel on the switch and liked it, but the original is so much better. I am really happy to see it on the switch in hd, with a new story to boot.
  66. Apollo07
    Jun 1, 2020
    10
    Im speechless that the Game doesn't have a 10/10 metascore.
    Its a masterpiece !!!

    Thats the best game i've ever played and i played a lot of games.
  67. Zeldagamelink
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    Le jeu est très bien remaker que ce soit au niveau des textures ou des personnages. Ma 1ère expérience avec cette licence fut avec xenoblade chronicles 2 et je dois dire que ce titre met une claque en tout point et c'est ce qui constitue le pilier des J-Rpg.
    Ce qui m'a attirer sur cette licence c'est la difficulté des combats, le scénario, l'univers et la bande son. Tout ceci agit en    Le jeu est très bien remaker que ce soit au niveau des textures ou des personnages. Ma 1ère expérience avec cette licence fut avec xenoblade chronicles 2 et je dois dire que ce titre met une claque en tout point et c'est ce qui constitue le pilier des J-Rpg.
    Ce qui m'a attirer sur cette licence c'est la difficulté des combats, le scénario, l'univers et la bande son. Tout ceci agit en synergie et crée réellement quelque chose d'incroyable et c'est que j'ai retrouvé dans ce 1ère opus. C'était un departs de presque 0, comprendre toute les mécaniques de combats, comprendre la complexité de l'histoire qui je dois dire à son lot de rebondissements et tout ceci accompagné d'une d'une très belle bande son. Les personnages sont aussi attachants qie dans xenoblade chronicles 2

    Ce qui m'a plu:
    - Les mécaniques de combats - l'univers vaste et incroyable - l'histoire - La bande son
    - La patte graphique (reprise de xenoblade chronicles 2)
    - Les personnages
    - Une belle remake - Le nouveau prologue Ce qui m'a déplu:
    - La résolution en mode portable (540p ça pique quand même un peu les yeux pourtant le moteur n'a pas l'air gourmand)    … Expand
  68. DomMonadoBoi
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    I preface this review by saying i have played and completed xenoblade chronicles 3D for the Nintendo 3DS, as well as every other Xenoblade game except the Wii original.
    This game is a masterpiece. Never in my life has a work of fiction captivated me to the level of this video game. I would say the four things i love it for the most are the story, characters, music and exploration. This    I preface this review by saying i have played and completed xenoblade chronicles 3D for the Nintendo 3DS, as well as every other Xenoblade game except the Wii original.
    This game is a masterpiece. Never in my life has a work of fiction captivated me to the level of this video game. I would say the four things i love it for the most are the story, characters, music and exploration. This game gives you a huge world to explore, with beautiful environments and secret areas all around the 2 titans which are the setting of the game. The main character, Shulk, sets out with his friend Reyn for revenge on the inhabitants of the other titans, mechon (evil machines). The story is gripping and although at a couple of points slow, it is emotional, well crafted and enjoyable. I would spoil so much, but I want to keep this review for those who have never played. There are unexpected twists which were foreshadowed, but you never see them coming. The characters are lovable, relatable, optimistic and well voiced, you really feel like you're on a journey with them. Shulk's visions add to the core 3 aspects of the game: story, combat and exploration. These are well executed and interesting. The music is just shockingly good, the best in any game. you can switch between the original and remastered tracks any time for both battle and area themes. I regularly listen to the tracks out of the game. They can be emotional, intense, jovial or melancholy and suit their scenes well. The graphics are the best they've ever been. I have not played in handheld mode yet, as i think this is best played on a big screen with headphones on. For this you can get a powerA enhanced wired controller or audio afterglow controller. The textures models and effects are fantastic, i would say the best looking xenoblade game yet. I have experienced no resolution issues.
    There are also some fun side quests, only some however are worth the effort. The combat is great fun and can be optimised to death. It focuses on positioning, preparation, timing and customisation. There are also loads of optional challenging bosses to fight.
    Do yourself a favour and pick this game up right now.    … Expand
  69. Cosmokeeper
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    A timeless masterpiece in its own right, remastered for a console that will hopefully give this wonderful and meaningful adventure the attention and respect it deserves! The most striking new features are the remodeled characters and the environments' graphical overhaul, which combined are now realized to make the emotional journey even more immersive.

    The story is just as epic and deep    A timeless masterpiece in its own right, remastered for a console that will hopefully give this wonderful and meaningful adventure the attention and respect it deserves! The most striking new features are the remodeled characters and the environments' graphical overhaul, which combined are now realized to make the emotional journey even more immersive.

    The story is just as epic and deep as it was when the game was first released on Nintendo Wii in 2010(JP)/2011(EU)2012(US) and offers a philosophical, psychological and majestic sojourn into a magical world filled to the brim with relatable characters, a tale of standing up for what's right and protecting your world from that which seeks to do it harm. It has a lot of analogies that can be linked to our world and what we're doing with it while also acting as a philosophical vehicle for enlightenment and awakening to truths and understanding that should be common sense in our world but sadly isn't due to the weakness of the human mind.    … Expand
  70. Muchi
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    The first RPG i ever played was Xenoblade chronicles 2 and i loved it. It is one of my favorite games of all time so i expected a lot when i bought and played Definetive Edition. In short it did not disappoint, not at all. Definetive is probably my favorite game of all time. The gameplay is phenomenal, the music is great, the environments look incredible and the story is insane! I haveThe first RPG i ever played was Xenoblade chronicles 2 and i loved it. It is one of my favorite games of all time so i expected a lot when i bought and played Definetive Edition. In short it did not disappoint, not at all. Definetive is probably my favorite game of all time. The gameplay is phenomenal, the music is great, the environments look incredible and the story is insane! I have never experienced such a story in a game ever. Melia is best girl!… Expand
  71. Nopon
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    This is not just another JRPG. This game sets the bar. It has amazing music, an amazing story, characters that grow on you, and gameplay that is super satisfying. I cannot reccomend this title highly enough.
  72. Monpengo
    Jun 3, 2020
    10
    This is my favorite JRPG by far. The World concept is really good. Characters have unique personalities and designs. What makes me really feel it is the Battle mechanic, it's smooth and somewhat complex. There are alot of side quests and completionist extras, but you can end the main story without doing 1 single side quest at all . It's not a game for everyone, but if you like JRPG playThis is my favorite JRPG by far. The World concept is really good. Characters have unique personalities and designs. What makes me really feel it is the Battle mechanic, it's smooth and somewhat complex. There are alot of side quests and completionist extras, but you can end the main story without doing 1 single side quest at all . It's not a game for everyone, but if you like JRPG play it, it's worth it.… Expand
  73. Chawano
    Jun 3, 2020
    10
    Top 5 JRPG of all time imo. Twists and turns, great fights, and the story is second to none.
  74. OnslotX
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    N

    Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition is everything I could’ve asked for and more! I didn’t expect much going into Xenoblade DE because I had seen the gameplay and wasn’t really a fan, but after playing it I must say that it is one of the best gameplay experiences I have had! I understand that Xenoblade’s gameplay isn’t for everyone and that tons of other games have considerably    N


    Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition is everything I could’ve asked for and more! I didn’t expect much going into Xenoblade DE because I had seen the gameplay and wasn’t really a fan, but after playing it I must say that it is one of the best gameplay experiences I have had! I understand that Xenoblade’s gameplay isn’t for everyone and that tons of other games have considerably better gameplay and graphics. But Xenoblade’s gameplay just fits what I like in a game so well! There’s a ton of strategy involved before and during a fight, which is something I’ve always enjoyed. And the story is amazing and honestly holds up pretty well 10 years later. All of the twists in the game genuinely caught me off guard and shocked me. The world is AMAZING! Every location is amazing in their own way, and the sights in places like Valak Mountain, Eryth Sea, and Satorl Marsh at night are truly some of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen in any form of media, and that is no exaggeration! The music is amazing in every single aspect of the word! The battle themes, especially You Will Know Our Names, Mechanical Rhythm, and Time to Fight from FC get me excited and hyped while pieces like the Fallen Land in Fallen Arm and Valak Mountain’s Night Theme are calming and peaceful. The entire OST is full of amazing tracks that truly captivate you. The characters are amazing and well voiced, especially Shulk. Adam Howden does not get enough praise for his outstanding performance as Shulk. Adam Howden perfectly encapsulates Shulk’s character with his heart wrenching yells and screams to his calm, kind, and warm talking voice. I truly cannot praise this game enough! It has easily become my favorite video game of all time, dethroning BOTW, which speaks numbers about its profound effect on me. I understand that the gameplay may not be the most exciting for a lot of people since it is very niche, but if you are even slightly interested, I cannot recommend this game enough. This game and series are highly underrated and deserve much more praise and acclaim than they already receive. Xenoblade Chronicles Definitige Edition to me is not just a game; it is an experience that can only be truly appreciated once you play it for yourself. All I can say is please buy this game. You will absolutely not regret it.    … Expand
  75. robcan456
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece in all areas. The setting, the music, the unique battle system and especially the story from start to finish. This updated version of the Wii game is better than the original thanks to all the new enhancements and quality of life changes they added. Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition is a must own game for the Nintendo Switch.
  76. Jmaster49
    Jun 9, 2020
    10
    Great game with great characters and is a must buy for Switch owners, JRPG fans, and people who know Shulk from Smash. You won't be disappointed!
  77. ElguapoAlex
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This is the game with the best history I ever played, looks beautiful, I love this game, I love this remake
  78. TiagoTanimoto
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    the game is a masterpiece. Everyone that have a switch must buy it. The story and the combat system are really amazing
  79. AlekAM
    Jun 9, 2020
    10
    IGN not smart and this game is amazing play it if you haven’t and make sure you don’t get spoiled on the story
  80. blezoooo
    Jun 9, 2020
    10
    Wonderful game, one of, if not the absolute best jrpgs of the past decade. The creative, diverse, vast world, great cast of excellently voice acted characters, superb music and writing, very fun and strategical combat, and a riveting, unique story make this game truly one of a kind. A must buy for jrpg fans, and even those who aren’t fans of the genre may find enjoyment in it as well.
  81. Mancan76
    Jun 10, 2020
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles is one of the greatest games I’ve ever played. It’s got a ridiculously amazing and gripping story, a lovable cast of well-developed characters, a world that you won’t forget, and, (once you understand it), an awesome battle system. If you haven’t played this game, play it. It’s worth it. This remake is great as well, it enhanced the game and does some things that theXenoblade Chronicles is one of the greatest games I’ve ever played. It’s got a ridiculously amazing and gripping story, a lovable cast of well-developed characters, a world that you won’t forget, and, (once you understand it), an awesome battle system. If you haven’t played this game, play it. It’s worth it. This remake is great as well, it enhanced the game and does some things that the original couldn’t. I will say that my only criticism is the resolution (at times). Docked, this game runs at 720p, and while the game does have a dynamic resolution, it never really changes from 720p in docked mode, contrary to what some might believe. In portable mode, this game runs at 540p, and that really does not drop throughout the entirety of the main game. However, this changes during the extra epilogue that this remake offers. During this epilogue, that portable 540p resolution will drop, and the game can look a bit blurry at times. It’s nothing on the level of Xenoblade Chronicles 2, but it is worth noting. Other than that, this game is a JRPG masterpiece. If you own a Switch, you need to own this game.… Expand
  82. CultureBomb
    Jun 10, 2020
    10
    I'm a huge Xenoblade fan. Definitive Edition is a faithful recreation of the first and best game in the series. The remastered soundtrack blows the doors off the original, which used to be my favourite video game soundtrack. However, the daytime area theme for Makna Forest is missing a flourish in the percussion near the beginning that makes it sound a bit off to devotees of the franchise.I'm a huge Xenoblade fan. Definitive Edition is a faithful recreation of the first and best game in the series. The remastered soundtrack blows the doors off the original, which used to be my favourite video game soundtrack. However, the daytime area theme for Makna Forest is missing a flourish in the percussion near the beginning that makes it sound a bit off to devotees of the franchise. The art style is more consistent, as the original game didn't have a coordinated art team. The overall graphics are on par with Xenoblade Chronicles 2 which is good. The story is phenomenal and is unchanged from the original. I haven't finished the new epilogue, but have thoroughly enjoyed it so far. This game is a must-play for anyone who likes JRPGs and hasn't played the original, which I presume is a lot of people.… Expand
  83. nDnewport
    Jun 11, 2020
    10
    I hesitate to call a game perfect, but it’s really hard to find fault with Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition.

    There is a reason fans gush about this game. This is the type of game that you can get lost in for a very long time. You can spend hundreds of hours with it. The story is darker and more mature than you might expect (especially for a game produced by Nintendo). The game    I hesitate to call a game perfect, but it’s really hard to find fault with Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition.

    There is a reason fans gush about this game. This is the type of game that you can get lost in for a very long time. You can spend hundreds of hours with it.

    The story is darker and more mature than you might expect (especially for a game produced by Nintendo). The game looks “anime” but the story isn’t as cliched or corny as you might think. It definitely kept me engaged.

    The English translation and voice acting are great. The game was originally translated for a European audience because Nintendo didn’t have plans to bring it to America, so the voices are not American. If you’ve played any of the recent Dragon Quest games or Ni No Kuni, the voice acting is comparable to those.

    There is an option to turn battle dialogue off, which I recommend, because it can get annoying hearing the same few lines repeated thousands of times.

    The best part of the game, to me, is the combat. It has one of the best, most addictive battle systems in any game I have ever played. Seriously. It just has to be experienced to be understood. It’s phenomenal and so fun to play. It’s as deep as you want it to be. What’s so cool about Xenoblade it how customizable it is. You can change your party, assign abilities, reposition your attack commands any way you’d like, and have the experience you want to have.

    Combat is comparable to MMOs in the sense that every ability has a cooldown timer. Where things get interesting is the synergies between party members’ abilities. You can easily sit back and use auto-attack or mash buttons and do fine, but the game rewards players who pay attention and understand the mechanics. When you pay attention to Arts and queue up attacks with synergies, to keep attack chains going. The longer your attack chain, the higher damage you deal and the better your rewards at the end of combat. It’s a very interactive battle system and makes playing truly engaging.

    Now that the Switch allows for button remapping, the customization options for Xenoblade Chronicles are even better. I prefer having the left and right d-pad buttons mapped to the ZL and ZR shoulder buttons and the A button mapped to a R stick press. It makes using Arts in combat WAY more fluid.    … Expand
  84. kokkok
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Alright, this is my first review and I probably dunno how to write them, but here goes. Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition is simply one of the best games I have played ever. After less than 10 hours of play I knew that this was one of my favorite games of all time. I am a huge RPG fan and... wow. This is probably the best I've played. Each area is massive, and allows for unparalleledAlright, this is my first review and I probably dunno how to write them, but here goes. Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition is simply one of the best games I have played ever. After less than 10 hours of play I knew that this was one of my favorite games of all time. I am a huge RPG fan and... wow. This is probably the best I've played. Each area is massive, and allows for unparalleled exploration. I thought BOTW had it down, and it did but... man. This game NAILS it. Its combat system is also unique. It takes a bit of getting used to, but once you get a hang of it it is great, and extremely deep. I have not beat the game yet but MAN, that story is amazing. It does a really good job of keeping suspense and I have had points where I'm dying to know who those people are in that one cutscene. Speaking of cutscenes, the voice acting is top notch. Its all very british, retaining that feel from the original (which I have not played). That voice acting does contrast will the japanese-eyness (word) of the game, but works SO WELL. And the music, the MUSIC! I am an audiofile, so this is very important to me. It is outstanding. I cannot even begin to describe how good it is. It works so well everywhere, especially in the emotional cutscenes. The worlds are creative, the characters memorable, and everything works so well. PLAY THIS GAME. Trust me, it is one of the finest experiences gaming has to offer. It has shattered my every expectation and has done so for many others. Please from the bottom of my heart, play it.… Expand
  85. cdotkom
    Jun 12, 2020
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition is the best game I have ever played. When I played the original at the time it was the best game I've ever played despite the game's flaws, most of which were the graphics, the way side-quests are handled, and how the user interface can be clunky to navigate. As a remake of Xenoblade Chronicles; Definitive Edition fixed all of the problems the firstXenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition is the best game I have ever played. When I played the original at the time it was the best game I've ever played despite the game's flaws, most of which were the graphics, the way side-quests are handled, and how the user interface can be clunky to navigate. As a remake of Xenoblade Chronicles; Definitive Edition fixed all of the problems the first game had and completely overhauls the visual for the better. The environments look like how one would imagine them when I visited them on the Wii. This game has the best story I've ever had the pleasure of viewing in any form of media, Xenoblade Chronicles tells a story of revenge and then continues to build on its premise and world until the very end of the game, it is truly a masterpiece in storytelling and I envy anyone who will get to witness the story unfold with the stunning visuals that Definitive Edition offers on top of the amazing writing it already had.

    The game isn't all just story the game is centered around its combat and exploration. The combat takes place in real-time and will keep you on your toes as each enemy has different attacks they can use, and Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition has game mechanics that tie into the story and makes combat all the better for it, as you have to pay attention to the connection between your party members and how they are feeling during a battle(it sounds weird saying it like that but trust me it's really cool).

    Overall, Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition is an absolute masterpiece that should be in every switch owners library of games, for newcomers to the RPG genre of games you should not be worried what-so-ever, this game is very welcoming and slowly brings you into how games of this kind work, even if you have only played Pokemon you will have no trouble getting the hang of things in this game. Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition is a game with fantastic visuals, gameplay, and story. Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition is the game by which all further games released from this point should be judged.

    10/10, but it would be around 10000/10 if that's how the scoring system worked.    … Expand
  86. LaurenxD
    Jun 12, 2020
    10
    It is a great game, its history is beautiful, its gameplay seemed to me most accurate, and what to say about the soundtrack, this time they showed off, 10/10
  87. AntonioJr
    Jun 14, 2020
    10
    My first time playing a "Xenoblade" game and I was not disappointed. I haven't been this invested in a JRPG in a long time if I'm being honest. The soundtrack is memorable, the story kept me engaged, and I loved the characters. Now I understand why people loved it so much since the beginning.
  88. tarata
    Jun 15, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game, one of the best Nintendo products ever! Under every aspect this game is great, a fantastic story, great battles and amazing landscapes, a must buy!
  89. Truemonado
    Jun 15, 2020
    10
    Xenoblade chronicles is my favorite all time favorite series; I’m so happy they remastered this underrated gem of a game.

    One of my favorite games of all time; glad it reviewed well
  90. urlu
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I will try to be short because there is so much I like about this game:
    world: looks kinda meh/ok on screenshots but when you play its so gorgeous!!
    battle system: I thought I won't like it, turns out it's epic and cool.
    story: damn deep. stayed with me.
    music: my ears are hearing it right now
    overall: god damn exceed expectations 10/10
  91. emanubit
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    So, I was introduced to Xenoblade by playing the 3DS version (I know, not the best way haha). Even with the tone down graphics and inconsistent frame rate, I fell in love with the game. The characters, the world building, the soundtrack... OMG, the soundtrack. This game simply rocks. However, I managed to lost my over 100 hours save and was very, very sad. Then Nintendo announced theSo, I was introduced to Xenoblade by playing the 3DS version (I know, not the best way haha). Even with the tone down graphics and inconsistent frame rate, I fell in love with the game. The characters, the world building, the soundtrack... OMG, the soundtrack. This game simply rocks. However, I managed to lost my over 100 hours save and was very, very sad. Then Nintendo announced the Definitive Edition.
    Oh man, oh boy, this is definitely Definitive!
    The graphics are all revamped, but every single aspect that made the original great are here. I could fall in love again with Shulk, Fiora, Reyn, Dunban, Sharla and all the gang. Some of the soundtrack was redone and managed to be even more awesome (and you can still select to listen to the original too).
    And more, a new chapter is included and, while a bit short, makes this version it even more enticing for those who played the original over and over.

    If you like a complex JRPG with fantastic world, crazy yet consistent (and intriguing!) plot and lovable characters, you will LOVE this game!

    If you have already played the original, go for it as well. The new content and remastered graphics/audio are well worth it. Besides, rewatching the intro with the new graphics made me go all "I'M REALLY FEELING IT!" all over again!

    Damn, I love this game!    … Expand
  92. Schwing
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Best game I've ever played. Great environments, outstanding music, interesting characters, complex gameplay, and an engaging story. This game has it all. Xenoblade Chronicles is a must play for all JRPG fans.
  93. idk451833
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    This game got me into JRPG’s when it came out on the Wii, and now the remaster has replaced it as my favorite game of all time. Also, I enjoyed Xenoblade Chronicles 2, but it’s gross objectification if its female characters turned me off BIG TIME and the combat is just not as good. While Chronicles 1 isn’t free of the objectification/pandering issue, it’s minor enough that it didn’t hinderThis game got me into JRPG’s when it came out on the Wii, and now the remaster has replaced it as my favorite game of all time. Also, I enjoyed Xenoblade Chronicles 2, but it’s gross objectification if its female characters turned me off BIG TIME and the combat is just not as good. While Chronicles 1 isn’t free of the objectification/pandering issue, it’s minor enough that it didn’t hinder my experience with the game and thus it still deserves a 10/10… Expand
  94. Superepicthanos
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    The entire time I played the game I enjoyed it. The story is amazing and the gameplay is fun. The game also looks amazing.
  95. ttgging
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    The perfect continuation of the golden age of JRPG, monolith makes a perfect series
  96. HakuG4me
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    very beautiful world and good level design. Battle system is great. Good jrpg. Would recomend to play
  97. damndanielcruz
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    One of the best games of all time I recommend for any fan of RPGs. This game also appeals to non RPG fans aswell
  98. Wisping_06
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Stories great, It's just a really good game. Trust me. 10/10 would play again
  99. Voidfair
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    How could a remaster for one of the greatest games of all time be anything but amazing
  100. amaris70
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Great gameplay. Beautiful scenery. Amazing story and characters. Nice pacing!
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 92 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 88 out of 92
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 92
  3. Negative: 0 out of 92
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Oct 26, 2020
    100
    This has been a delight in a dark time in humanity's history. [Issue #48 – September/October 2020, p. 74]
  2. GameMAG
    Sep 14, 2020
    90
    Xenoblade Chronicles is still one of the best games of the genre, which 10 years later continues to delight and surprise with a unique world, luxurious epic landscapes, an incredible sense of freedom, beautiful music and a really interesting story. Of course, it is a pity that the Definitive Edition has a technical limitation in terms of resolution, which does not allow the image to really shine in 2020, but otherwise it is a chic project that every fan of the genre of adventure and Japanese role-playing games should play.
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  3. App Trigger
    Jul 20, 2020
    95
    It’s hard to believe this is a game that released in 2012 and not more recently. Though there are some dated and heavy systems, the atmosphere and a combat system that gives freedom and depth make Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition an RPG for the ages.
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