Xenoblade Chronicles

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  1. Uutama
    Nov 9, 2017
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles is simply put as one of the best JRPGs to ever grace the planet. It might seem held back by the Wii's limited hardware, but it truly succeeds at creating an environment and cast of characters that push you onward, not to mention the superb score and overarching storyline. There is little flaw to be found in Takahashi's best work.
  2. TheWaffleGuy
    Nov 15, 2016
    10
    I have not played the game, But this is why im rating it a ten:

    "IM REALLY FEELING IT" - A super smash bros nerd

    So yea, Other then that. The graphics are decent at best. The game looks fun doh.
  3. jte
    May 7, 2020
    10
    Xenoblade chronicles is my favorite game of all time . I cannot wait for the switch remake . Haven’t been this excited for a game in LONG time
  4. fantasticknight
    Mar 3, 2017
    10
    Masterpiece! I look forward to the second part. I hope that the sequel will not fail, and will be at the level of the first part. At the moment, Nintendo wins even Microsoft.
  5. marvs869
    Mar 11, 2017
    10
    This is possibly and currently my favorite RPG of all time because of how the characters, story, lore and gameplay led me to an epic adventure that that world deserved. Honestly amazing how it could look like an MMO at its time but was actually a single player experience. Although the graphics were not as technology amazing as its competition, it never deterred me from finishing every sideThis is possibly and currently my favorite RPG of all time because of how the characters, story, lore and gameplay led me to an epic adventure that that world deserved. Honestly amazing how it could look like an MMO at its time but was actually a single player experience. Although the graphics were not as technology amazing as its competition, it never deterred me from finishing every side quest, collecting every collectibles and finishing maps by discovering surroundings I never would have thought to venture. I easily spent 180 hours on first run and I'll gladly spent another just to experience this game again… Expand
  6. Siggy88
    Mar 1, 2018
    10
    +0- A masterclass in game design -0+

    Available on Wii, Wii U and New3DS (not the original 3DS). Easiest to find and cheapest on the Wii U eShop. Xenoblade is an excellent JRPG. While it may look a bit classic on some aspects, it will definitely surprise you many times with its story, dialogues, characters and stunning environments. Possibly the best game on the Wii. +++ Good    +0- A masterclass in game design -0+

    Available on Wii, Wii U and New3DS (not the original 3DS). Easiest to find and cheapest on the Wii U eShop.

    Xenoblade is an excellent JRPG. While it may look a bit classic on some aspects, it will definitely surprise you many times with its story, dialogues, characters and stunning environments. Possibly the best game on the Wii.

    +++ Good +++

    + amazing and unique world, it feels alive, has a lot of variety and verticality
    + excellent story, overall and on the level of each character
    + good overall gameplay, pacing and structure
    + good real-time fighting system, possibility to use environment, with reasonable use of QTE (very few)
    + fighting is good enough to not become boring despite the length of the game (40-70 hours)
    + all of these sub-systems work perfectly together and reinforce each other, something every game should strive for
    + humans live on a gigantic titan and look up to it as a god and the source of their life, the game makes a good job of showing how much those people's relation to their world matters
    + all playable characters and most important NPCs are likeable and show depth and personality over time
    + all playable chars have unique fighting styles
    + every new place, every new character, every new plot advancement... is a joy. This game is top-level entertainment all the way.
    + top-notch art direction
    + great sound track that fits perfectly the situation or the location
    + balanced and progressive difficulty
    + very short load times, only a couple seconds depending on the version you play
    + excellent British VA
    + characters will shout and talk during combats, but it is always reasonable for JRPG standards
    + good writing and some very powerful lines
    + not much grinding required, if any at all
    + does not rely heavily on the usual clichés of JRPGs
    + the game lets you know in a clever way that you will need that item you just found (even if it is for a quest given by an NPC you haven't met yet, in a place you haven't discovered yet!)
    + efficient and easy to understand tutorials
    + the game tries to remove things that are repetitive or not fun, you don't need healing items since you heal automatically outside of battles, for example
    + one of the original races created in this game, the Nopons, are absolutely adorable, have good background, and a unique design
    + you can change the time of day at any moment, which is useful if you need an item from a monster that only appears at night, for example
    + NN3DS version has a 3D-model viewer and a jukebox

    000 Meh... 000

    0 some strategies can be abused to make fights very easy, but they still require good understanding of the battle mechanics to pull off
    0 AI can show its limits, but only if you start really working for the best strats
    0 a minority of people seem to find the voice of one of the playable chars annoying, but most seem to like it, I had no problem with it personally
    0 game is not particularly long to start going, but you might still need to give it a few hours (it's an RPG after all). It will grow on you for sure.

    --- Bad ---

    - impossible to find in box at a decent price
    - the visuals are what you expect from one of the largest open world on the Wii, the art direction makes the best out of it, though
    - the NN3DS version is a severe visual downgrade
    - inventory management can be a bit annoying later on, especially when you will want to resell old equipment
    - on some rare occasions you will need a specific weather condition and this is random, forcing you to reload or fast travel repeatedly. But this is a problem for maybe 3 side quests in the entire game.    … Expand
  7. Rstiles7
    Apr 17, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If the most important aspect about video games was story, then this would be the greatest game of all time. Xenoblade Chronicles has a story that absolutely blew me away with how amazingly well-crafted and put together it was, and each and every plot twist in within the story absolutely shocked me. For example, finding out that Fiora was still alive was probably the most shocking moment I have ever seen in a video game and Dickson's betrayal completely caught me off guard as well. This game's narrative does span over around 60 hours, which may seem a bit overkill, but not with this game, as it is a narrative that is 100% complete from beginning to end. Ok, enough about the story, lets talk about the rest of the game. As far as gameplay goes, this game has a very intuitive and enjoyable battle system that is highly customizable and really gives the player room to build a team based around whatever aspects they desire, whether it be to build an all-around team, a team based solely strength or one on defense, all the options are there for the player. Also, the world of Xenoblade looks amazing and has some of the most breathtaking locations I've ever witnessed before. Want proof? Just look at Satorl Marsh and Valak Mountain. With all these locations comes a huge amount of content to delve into, as there are literally hundreds of side quests to explore, ranging from simple fetch quests to rebuilding an entire colony from the ground up. Finally, lets talk about the characters. This game has some of the best characters in any video game, such as the protagonist Shulk, Fiora, one of the game's main villains Egil, and the heropon Riki. However, not every character in this game is likable, as there are two that I absolutely despise, those being Mumkhar and Lorithia, but I digress. In conclusion, Xenoblade Chronicles is an absolute masterpiece of a game with the best story I've ever had the pleasure of playing through and one of the greatest experiences I've had with a game.… Expand
  8. Wake_loms
    Apr 27, 2017
    10
    Mi segundo videojuego favorito, trama y mapas que no encontraras en ningun otro lado, drama, jugabilidad, mundo abierto, sorpresas, detalles, las mejores misiones secundarias, monolisofth me gano completamente con este juego
  9. Fezehim
    May 20, 2017
    10
    A masterpiece, an absolute gem on a console that isn't the most powerful. It is one of the most beautiful games I've ever played and it feels massive.
  10. Diugo
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Everything in this game is perfection. The story is like no other. The combat is really fun and engaging. If someone ask me for a recommendation for a game, my first answer is always Xenoblade Chronicles. I feel like this game is not underrated, but overlooked.

    This game really has a special place in my heart.
  11. TmatoCE
    Apr 11, 2017
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos de mi vida, increible la historia, brutal. Luego el sistema de equipamiento es algo lioso, muchas armaduras y armas, quizas lo que mas echo en falta es algun tipo de loot como en juegos tal que diablo 2 o algo asi, loot legndario muy raros.

    A parte de eso el mundo grande muchos enemigos y metodo de combate muy entretenido y no se que mas añadir, todo increible,    Uno de los mejores juegos de mi vida, increible la historia, brutal. Luego el sistema de equipamiento es algo lioso, muchas armaduras y armas, quizas lo que mas echo en falta es algun tipo de loot como en juegos tal que diablo 2 o algo asi, loot legndario muy raros.

    A parte de eso el mundo grande muchos enemigos y metodo de combate muy entretenido y no se que mas añadir, todo increible, merece la pena jugarlo    … Expand
  12. DestinyHater
    Oct 24, 2017
    10
    An amazing technical and creative achievement for the Wii. This game will blow your mind with its grand scale. Easily a candidate for one of the best JRPGs of all time! This game deserves an award for the music alone. Huge levels, interesting characters, over 450 quests, and at least 60+ hours of main story gameplay packed in this sucker.
  13. anthonybobby
    Aug 29, 2021
    10
    NovemberJin-Bad
    People in the red negative section-bad
    Game-good

    Stop hating the game!
  14. Nubbii
    Feb 10, 2018
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles it's, for me at least, not just the best game on the wii, but the Best Game Ever,
    The art style, The Music, The History, The gameplay, All it's just so gorgeous and fantastic.
    The best game ever. (Sorry KH:BBS...)
  15. Justjoined83
    Jul 1, 2018
    10
    When I saw the title screen with the monado sticking out of the ground along the plains of the Bionis and the beautiful music that accompanied it in the background, something told me that I should savour the moment because I knew at that point I was about to embark on an unforgettable journey. Over the course of the next several months, I wound up putting over 230+ hours into XenobladeWhen I saw the title screen with the monado sticking out of the ground along the plains of the Bionis and the beautiful music that accompanied it in the background, something told me that I should savour the moment because I knew at that point I was about to embark on an unforgettable journey. Over the course of the next several months, I wound up putting over 230+ hours into Xenoblade Chronicles. This game is, quite simply, a masterpiece.

    The story kicks off with the main character narrating an epic flashback of a battle that happened a year earlier and this cinematic sets the tone for the rest of the game. Friendship, loyalty, jealousy and betrayal, are all present in the game’s opening minutes. Nothing feels wasted. Everything is told with purpose to give the player a sense of the world he inhabits along with the war that is being waged. The war is hard to understand for the Homs who inhabit Bionis, and that sense of loss/devastation leads to feelings of animosity which ultimately culminates in the main protagonists quest to put a stop to the war and avenge those they have lost along the way. The characters are relatable yet interesting and the British voice actors did a splendid job conveying their emotions through the characters despite the lips being a tad out of sync.

    Xenoblade Chronicles takes the jrpg formula into the 21st century with beautiful environments, deep storytelling, huge worlds to explore, a fully orchestrated soundtrack and a fun combat system. Whether you are progressing the main story or rebuilding a fallen colony, there is always something to do or people to help in Xenoblade Chronicles. For these reasons and a host of others, it would not be an exaggeration to say that Xenoblade was my favourite game of all-time. If you are a fan of jrpgs and you are still reading this review...stop whatever you’re doing and go play this game right now!    … Expand
  16. MSVELGND
    Dec 9, 2019
    10
    With incredible world-building, likeable characters and a compelling story, Xenoblade 1 is undoubtedly one of my favourite games of all time. The setting of Xenoblade is incomparable to any other, and manages to transcend the graphical limitations of the Wii, being impressively beautiful for the console it is on.
  17. adricamposrodri
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    me encanta este juego , es el mejor juego que he jugado nunca , tiene todo lo que busco en un buen juego
  18. AndrewJMD
    Mar 11, 2020
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles is crowning jewl of JRPGs of the modern era. The story, of which is beautifully crafted as to form a personal bond with the characters. The side missions, that allow insight into minor and major characters alike. The world, is particularly crafted to work with all missions and allow a flawless experience with nearly no transitional areas; this is complimented by theXenoblade Chronicles is crowning jewl of JRPGs of the modern era. The story, of which is beautifully crafted as to form a personal bond with the characters. The side missions, that allow insight into minor and major characters alike. The world, is particularly crafted to work with all missions and allow a flawless experience with nearly no transitional areas; this is complimented by the secrets and fast travel system. The combat system is one of beauty, in it that it is simplistic with the ability to be complex in the meta areas of the game, particularly with super bosses. All of this is tied together with brilliant characters who are all introduced in a unique or surprising way. In my honest opinion, based on face and possible bias. This is nearly a perfect game, while having its small annoyances or quirks, it sometimes adds to the experience while also sometimes hindering it; but never enough to quit. The masterpiece of a game is only topped off by a moving, creative, and perfect soundtrack. Overall, with its oddities and problems included, this is a must play, and quite possibly one of the best games created, for many years at least.… Expand
  19. Roen86
    Jan 5, 2019
    10
    loved this game, the story is awesome. it has been a while i played it, but i still remember the atmosphere, the whole game was just like an epic dream, worth a place next to Zelda
  20. Joes
    Mar 30, 2020
    10
    El mejor jrp que existe su historia, su sistema de juego complejo, cinemáticas, y su banda sonora
  21. abaddon169
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles es arte, no hay mejor manera de describirlo que viendo su pantalla de inicio, una experiencia inigualable, y difícil de querer, pero cuando la comprendes y te sientes inmerso en su mundo, con sus personajes es simplemente increíble, tiene de los mejores ost que hay y su historia es increíble llena de emociones, felicidad, tristeza, odio es un sube y baja de emocionesXenoblade Chronicles es arte, no hay mejor manera de describirlo que viendo su pantalla de inicio, una experiencia inigualable, y difícil de querer, pero cuando la comprendes y te sientes inmerso en su mundo, con sus personajes es simplemente increíble, tiene de los mejores ost que hay y su historia es increíble llena de emociones, felicidad, tristeza, odio es un sube y baja de emociones toda la partida. se anuncio el remake y no podría estar mas emocionado de ello.… Expand
  22. RwolfBonerush
    May 28, 2020
    10
    Easily one of the greatest games of all time, an amazing story, soundtrack, gameplay, this game has it all.
  23. ArcanaThe4th
    May 25, 2019
    10
    Xenoblade is hands down my favorite game ever. It has absolutely everything people can want in a game. It's stunning, the story is a well written epic, the scenery is jaw dropping, the gameplay is fun and addictive. There is just so much to praise in this game and it holds a whole special place in my heart for it. I have fewer times seen a world as rich as the world of Xenoblade and hadXenoblade is hands down my favorite game ever. It has absolutely everything people can want in a game. It's stunning, the story is a well written epic, the scenery is jaw dropping, the gameplay is fun and addictive. There is just so much to praise in this game and it holds a whole special place in my heart for it. I have fewer times seen a world as rich as the world of Xenoblade and had such a will to explore. This was the first game to truly make me lose track of time, since you're never really out of things to do, and stay up until the next day playing, without realizing hours had passed.… Expand
  24. Makolvalenzuela
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    pensar que me compre una wii por zelda y me encontre con esta joya,
    menos fifas mas xenoblade
  25. Bromaro
    Jul 12, 2019
    10
    Oh boy where do I even begin with this masterpiece of a game. When I first played Xenoblade Chronicles, I thought that this game wasn’t going to turn out all too hot, and boy am I glad to say I was wrong. I felt like this game was boring and just dragging on and on, then suddenly in one cutscene, everything changed. The game put its hooks on me and I could not let it down after that. WhatOh boy where do I even begin with this masterpiece of a game. When I first played Xenoblade Chronicles, I thought that this game wasn’t going to turn out all too hot, and boy am I glad to say I was wrong. I felt like this game was boring and just dragging on and on, then suddenly in one cutscene, everything changed. The game put its hooks on me and I could not let it down after that. What seemed like a bland basic game turned into the greatest game I’ve ever played. And I’ve had the privilege to play games among the likes of Mario 64, Earthbound, Undertale, Witcher 3, and many more. Although I can’t say much about the story, just take my word for this. No matter how much I tell you the story is good, it will always be 10x better than you think. The game will suddenly take you by Surish upon an epic with story better than any movie I’ve ever, which includes but is not limited to, the god father, the matrix, inception and the Shashank Redemption and Schindlers List.… Expand
  26. Bromareo
    Aug 28, 2019
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles spoiler free review:

    Xenoblade Chronicles is the greatest game I’ve ever played. No other game, movie or T.V show I’ve seen has even come close to reaching a story as grand as Xenoblade Chronicles. A story as epic that when it anchors you in, there will be no escaping. Xenoblade is a masterpiece, a work of art. So beautifully designed in every way. After a bit of    Xenoblade Chronicles spoiler free review:

    Xenoblade Chronicles is the greatest game I’ve ever played. No other game, movie or T.V show I’ve seen has even come close to reaching a story as grand as Xenoblade Chronicles. A story as epic that when it anchors you in, there will be no escaping. Xenoblade is a masterpiece, a work of art. So beautifully designed in every way. After a bit of playing you almost stop noticing the poor graphics because of how amazingly executed the setting of Bionis and Mechonis is. You find yourself just stopping to admire the splendour of the environment you’re in; from seeing its mystical creatures, the spectacle forests or even viewing a grandeur giant Titan; a whole other world where your enemy is, just lurking on the other side of the ocean. It’s so excellently crafted that every area of that you’re in is appropriate relative to the actual Titan; for example if you’re in the nopon village which is a tree said to be in the Bionis back, and you zoom out the camera you’ll find that you’re actually on the Bionis back. If you’re on the sword of Mechonis, you can see Bionis’ and Nechonis’ size change depending on where you are on the sword. If you’re on the foot of the Mechonis when it’s misty, when lighting flashes you’ll see a dark, correctly proportioned figure of Bionis lurking in the distance. The story of the game takes use of this excellently made setting by telling the most fascinating work of literature I have experienced. All the plot twists make sense, everything is foreshadowed, everything can be predicted when deeply thought about. Just when you think the story can’t get any better, it does. The characters you meet don’t feel like just characters, but actual people with their own identity and personality, down to the last minor character in the game. You’ll feel sad for them at times, or really happy, and sometimes just confused about how you should feel. The events that take place at the end game makes you question your very own righteousness. The music that accompanies the gameplay and cutscenes just adds the emotion of it all. You could listen back to the music and the emotion you felt during a certain scene where the music played would be felt again, that’s how memorable and great the OST was. The gameplay may start out boring and dull, but so many layers of complexity ends up being added that it never feels stale and always fun and satisfying. Getting past the difficulty of the game limited only by your own will and motivation. You’ll feel the stress of the battle and at times you’d want to give up but just knowing what is at stake and wanting to find out more about the mysteries of the worlds that are bionis and mechonis make you move forward in your quest; Your quest to seize your destiny.    … Expand
  27. IceCandy
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    A masterpiece of a tame that too many people have ignored for too long. Give this game the glory it deserves
  28. Odh
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    One of the absolute best games I have ever played in any generation. I realize the combat might not be for everyone in a strange active time battle gameplay that is made to look like real time, but if you give that a chance and learn the combat, you are in for a RPG experience few have ever come close to matching. Also this game has perhaps the most interesting world I have ever seen withOne of the absolute best games I have ever played in any generation. I realize the combat might not be for everyone in a strange active time battle gameplay that is made to look like real time, but if you give that a chance and learn the combat, you are in for a RPG experience few have ever come close to matching. Also this game has perhaps the most interesting world I have ever seen with diverse environments on the backs of dead titans, possible my favorite OST in gaming history (it is THAT good!), and one helluva storyline that was paced so well in a game that could take 100+ hours to finish. The graphics are limited on the wii, but the art design and worlds are still incredible.… Expand
  29. Tzystiq
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    Fantastic storytelling, worldbuilding and a really well written story make this game my number one favourite game. Not everyone might like the combat but I actually enjoyed it. Cant wait for the definitive edition!
  30. Sunmanx
    Dec 11, 2019
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles 1 is one of my favourite games of all time, and for a reason. Immediately it grips you with intrigue as you discover the game is set on two large titans who had died in a great battle. The world building from this point on is incredible, and every new location feels real, cementing your immersion in this incredible world. The writing is funny when it needs to be, andXenoblade Chronicles 1 is one of my favourite games of all time, and for a reason. Immediately it grips you with intrigue as you discover the game is set on two large titans who had died in a great battle. The world building from this point on is incredible, and every new location feels real, cementing your immersion in this incredible world. The writing is funny when it needs to be, and along with the incredible voice-acting, brings the characters truly alive. The story begins basic, but slowly evolves as you realise your mission is much deeper than you originally imagined, catapulting you through a gauntlet of emotional moments and incredible storytelling. For a Wii game, the art in this game is incredibly beautiful; This combined with the incredible soundtrack makes the world dazzling and fascinating to explore. This game is undoubtedly the best game on the switch, and may even be the best JRPG of this decade.… Expand
  31. AShinyGiratina
    Nov 21, 2019
    10
    This is the single greatest game of all time. Housing the best soundtrack, the most immersive story, and some of the best character designs ever conceived. If you don't want to spend the 150 hours that it takes to complete the main story on average, then might I recommend Chuggaaconroy's LP of this game. Trust me, you'll love it.
    I can't recommend this game enough to anyone who has ever    This is the single greatest game of all time. Housing the best soundtrack, the most immersive story, and some of the best character designs ever conceived. If you don't want to spend the 150 hours that it takes to complete the main story on average, then might I recommend Chuggaaconroy's LP of this game. Trust me, you'll love it.
    I can't recommend this game enough to anyone who has ever liked an RPG.    … Expand
  32. HeroponRonan
    Dec 7, 2019
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles is nothing short of a masterpiece. This game speaks volumes of grandeur, mystery and charm. The realistic likable characters are brought to life by top notch Voice acting, investing you into a story like no other. It Is really easy to enter this world thanks to the simple but very unique premise, though be prepared for an emotional roller coaster as the story twistsXenoblade Chronicles is nothing short of a masterpiece. This game speaks volumes of grandeur, mystery and charm. The realistic likable characters are brought to life by top notch Voice acting, investing you into a story like no other. It Is really easy to enter this world thanks to the simple but very unique premise, though be prepared for an emotional roller coaster as the story twists and turns. The ending feels very conclusive and satisfying. This is definitely a game that you don't want to give a pass.… Expand
  33. 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
  34. Scatha
    Jan 2, 2020
    10
    I dived into Xenoblade without any knowledge of the game. After the first part of the game, after a certain event every Xenoblade fan loves I was so hooked and wanted to know more about this massive world with this incredible story. And that's what I love the most about this game. The story. It starts as a simple story of revenge for a loved one and ends in a battle between god's. Each oneI dived into Xenoblade without any knowledge of the game. After the first part of the game, after a certain event every Xenoblade fan loves I was so hooked and wanted to know more about this massive world with this incredible story. And that's what I love the most about this game. The story. It starts as a simple story of revenge for a loved one and ends in a battle between god's. Each one of the playable characters has a reason to fight with Shuk and they all grow a lot during the game. We'll after finishing the game I wasn't done. Xenoblade became my favourite game of all time and it still is to this day. So that's why for me it's defenetly a 10!… Expand
  35. GalvusGalvoid
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    Incredible game. The only problem may be the graphics and for that they are doing a definitive edition for switch
  36. SamuNN
    Apr 4, 2020
    10
    By far, my favourite game of all time. I've never played anything this good afterwards.
  37. mechaloli
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    This game is mind-blowingly fantastic. To start, the story is very intriguing, to the point where I couldn't even find time to do most of the side quests. Plenty of twists and turns to really keep the story great, and always kept me hooked. The story and lore is extremely creative and is nothing like what I've seen in any other game. The locations are beautiful for a Wii game, and are veryThis game is mind-blowingly fantastic. To start, the story is very intriguing, to the point where I couldn't even find time to do most of the side quests. Plenty of twists and turns to really keep the story great, and always kept me hooked. The story and lore is extremely creative and is nothing like what I've seen in any other game. The locations are beautiful for a Wii game, and are very creative as well. Something about roaming across two giant titans is just epic. All the locations take place in different spots on the Bionis and Mechonis, and all of them differ greatly in structure and design. For example, there is a large field right on the Bionis' leg called Gaur Plain, and it looks very different in comparison to the Fallen Hand of the Mechonis, which is like a coastal beach. The characters and their designs are just fantastic and very creative. All different types of races live and thrive on both titans, like the Homs (Humans) and the Nopon, which are cute round creatures with very broken English. All of the characters that you meet have great personalities and charm. The main character, Shulk, has almost nothing in common with his best friend, Reyn. Which leads to very interesting interactions between the two characters in heart-to-hearts and in battle. All of the seven party members have great chemistry with each other, and dialogue between them can be very interesting and creative. Character development is also very good in this game, and as the main focus of the story shifts to something greater, the character's attitudes change along with it. But i feel where Xenoblade Chronicles REALLY shines to me is the music. The music is just beautiful. The tracks never get old and always fit the scene perfectly. With some tracks being epic and energetic, and other being calm and ambient. I don't even have any major issues with the game, to me it's nearly perfect, a masterpiece. Of course, with such a huge and demanding game being on the Wii, the graphics aren't anything special, but that's entirely due to technical limitations and is by no means the game's fault. I'll still give it a perfect score nonetheless. I'm positive that Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition will fix this issue, and i already pre-ordered the game. I am extremely excited to play this wonderful game in HD. In conclusion, though I may be biased because I love JRPGs and particularly the Xeno series, i think this game is one of the best I've ever played and definitely my favorite game of all time. I highly recommend this game to not only fans of JRPGs, but everyone for that matter.… Expand
  38. Darkpit64
    Jul 28, 2022
    10
    I first played Xenoblade Chronicles back in 2014. For a 2012 game it had an amazing story and soundtrack that still holds up to this day. The exploration and combat were very enjoyable. Character designs were beautiful, and even with the hardware limitations of the Wii, the environments were breathtaking.
  39. Shadod123
    May 30, 2020
    10
    I was so lucky to be able to go into this game expecting absolutely nothing from it and go out knowing what my favorite game, probably forever, is. It was a brand new franchise being released in the Wii's dead era and only made available in the US due to the efforts of Operation Rainfall. Even though it did manage to came out on top of the other 2 amazing games (Pandora's Tower and TheI was so lucky to be able to go into this game expecting absolutely nothing from it and go out knowing what my favorite game, probably forever, is. It was a brand new franchise being released in the Wii's dead era and only made available in the US due to the efforts of Operation Rainfall. Even though it did manage to came out on top of the other 2 amazing games (Pandora's Tower and The Last Story), its success was very underwhelming. It took the main character, Shulk, getting featured in Smash for its popularity to grow at least a tiny little bit amongst Nintendo fans. Fortunately, 2 other opportunities for making this game receive the notoriety it deserved came along, but again, very unfortunately, both the 3DS and Wii U ports passed by unnoticed too. Now, with a remaster just so good that it reaches into a remake's domains, hopefully, justice will finally be served.
    Every single aspect of this game can be described as amazing and memorable: an enjoyable cast of characters that actually feel like human beings and that go through major development; a delightful original soundtrack that fits every scene it's featured in; a nostalgic yet modern JRPG combat system style; a unique art style that will most definitely immerse you into this game while paired with the other aspects already mentioned and the beautiful and breathtaking scenery and atmosphere that managed to use the Wii's potential to it's fullest. It really amazes me how they managed to do so much with such an outdated console when compared to its rivals at the time: the Xbox 360 and the Playstation 3.
    Lastly, say or think whatever you want, you're allowed to do that. Now, the only thing you can't possibly deny is that this game has a heart. You can only get such results when you have lots of talented and inspired people working with passion and trying their best to make a masterpiece of their work. And that is what Xenoblade Chronicles is, a simply amazing and unforgettable experience. It doesn't try to revolutionize the JRPG genre nor does it have any other grandiose ambition, it only does everything a game should do just so right.
    Many games revolutionize genres, but very few can be considered just the perfect game for each one, and Xenoblade Chronicles is definitely one of them.    … Expand
  40. Flomo
    Aug 2, 2022
    10
    Unglaublich diese Jrpg es ist Perfekt ,Grandiose Musik,Charaktere, Grafik, und sdie Story ist Meisterhaft .Es hat eine Magie wie kein Zweites Jrpg.
  41. Dayvie
    Jun 7, 2020
    10
    Great game play, great progression system, vast world, very good sound track, funny characters, okay plot. I know nothing better
  42. 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.
  43. Geneziz
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    Great jrpg game with updated graphics on the switch compared to the wii. Boss and random battles can get challenging.
  44. Frizkate
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. Excellent story and world building. Characters are memorable and combat is both challenging and fun. Buy Definitive Edition for Switch.
  45. Vladthebutcher
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    One the best rpgs ever made. You got story and massive content great gameplay
  46. Revan_Antony
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    The graphics aren't the greatest (no surprises there, its on the wii), but the storyline and the awesome characters as well as complex themes more than make up for it. The fighting is unique and initially challenging but inevitably rewarding. Its open world with plenty of side quests and enemies to fight.This is hands down my favorite game of all time, rpg or otherwise. I highly recommend.
  47. darksoul20012
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Story: Die Story und der Charakter sind großartig für jedes Spiel ... Ich war besorgt über den Hauptcharakter und seine Söldnerbande. Die Charaktere haben einen tiefen emotionalen Kontakt zu schönen Geschichten und der Hauptprotagonist ist einer der besten im RPG-Genre.

    Grafik: Obwohl das Problem mit der Bildrate bestand, habe ich mich immer gefragt, wie die vorherige Wii es geschafft    Story: Die Story und der Charakter sind großartig für jedes Spiel ... Ich war besorgt über den Hauptcharakter und seine Söldnerbande. Die Charaktere haben einen tiefen emotionalen Kontakt zu schönen Geschichten und der Hauptprotagonist ist einer der besten im RPG-Genre.

    Grafik: Obwohl das Problem mit der Bildrate bestand, habe ich mich immer gefragt, wie die vorherige Wii es geschafft hat, ein so schönes Spiel zu produzieren.    … Expand
  48. RED170
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Brutalidad de mapa, historia magistral y durabilidad brutal ... Si es verdad que los graficos no son los mejores de todos pero realmente no estan tan mal y viendo lo excelente del todo el título es un mal muy menor
  49. Metacrtic1231
    Mar 23, 2021
    10
    Es un buen juego tiene un buena historia con giros inesperados y personajes variados hay una buena cantidad de misiones secundarias de conseguir objetos o matar algún enemigo por lo que en algunos casos para completarla te fuerza a explorar el inmenso mundo de este juego que es muy variado con diferentes escenarios. en conclusión es un muy buen juego si te gusta la exploración los jrpg enEs un buen juego tiene un buena historia con giros inesperados y personajes variados hay una buena cantidad de misiones secundarias de conseguir objetos o matar algún enemigo por lo que en algunos casos para completarla te fuerza a explorar el inmenso mundo de este juego que es muy variado con diferentes escenarios. en conclusión es un muy buen juego si te gusta la exploración los jrpg en tiempo real y hacer misiones secundarias. pero si se te hace tedioso ese tipo de cosas no pierdas tu dinero comparte algo mas adecuado para ti. también si quieres empezar en los rpg esta es una buena opción por lo que mencione anteriormente… Expand
  50. AdachiAdachi
    Jun 23, 2021
    10
    this game is genuinely (in my eyes) one of the best games in history. The characters are loveable, the dialogue is so funny and the story is great (even if it may be confusing sometimes) the only complaint i could see people having would be the graphics, but i am very much the type of person who does not care about that part. i highly recommend this game to anyone who prefers the story ofthis game is genuinely (in my eyes) one of the best games in history. The characters are loveable, the dialogue is so funny and the story is great (even if it may be confusing sometimes) the only complaint i could see people having would be the graphics, but i am very much the type of person who does not care about that part. i highly recommend this game to anyone who prefers the story of a game to the actual look of the game.

    p.s. the music is also really well made and adds atmosphere to each location :)    … Expand
  51. 3abdooogamer73
    Aug 15, 2021
    10
    When I First played this game I wasn't expecting much at all, but when I played it, it just blew my mind with it's awesome story, fun gameplay, memorable characters, and its massive overworld for a wii game ,and the best soundtrack ever made in my opinion, so I gladly say that Xenoblade Chronicles is my favourite game of all time
  52. janesang
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    It's the best JRPG I've ever played, and the music is great，我爱异度之刃！
  53. Ventu
    Apr 9, 2022
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles es sin lugar a duda uno de los mejores JRPG que he jugado, siendo este mi género favorito. Tiene una historia preciosa e interesante, con unos grandísimos personajes. Conforme avanza la historia, cambian las ciudades y el mundo, y las secundarias afectan a la evolución de los personajes secundarios que se encuentran en su mundo. Los controles y el sistema de combate esXenoblade Chronicles es sin lugar a duda uno de los mejores JRPG que he jugado, siendo este mi género favorito. Tiene una historia preciosa e interesante, con unos grandísimos personajes. Conforme avanza la historia, cambian las ciudades y el mundo, y las secundarias afectan a la evolución de los personajes secundarios que se encuentran en su mundo. Los controles y el sistema de combate es muy completo, original e increiblemente satisfactorio. Gráficamente es precioso, y la música increible. En conjunto, me parece una experiencia inmejorable, habiéndose convertido en unos de mis títulos y sagas favoritas. Totalmente recomendable.… Expand
  54. DarkwingSchmuck
    Jul 28, 2023
    10
    Following the masterpiece that was Xenogears was a tall order for Xenosaga -- a solid, though flawed trilogy that attempted to recapture the magic of its predecessor. For their next game, MonolithSoft wisely decided to go in a completely different direction -- forgoing extended cutscenes and linear gameplay for a game rich with content and exploration in Xenoblade Chronicles.

    Xenoblade    Following the masterpiece that was Xenogears was a tall order for Xenosaga -- a solid, though flawed trilogy that attempted to recapture the magic of its predecessor. For their next game, MonolithSoft wisely decided to go in a completely different direction -- forgoing extended cutscenes and linear gameplay for a game rich with content and exploration in Xenoblade Chronicles.

    Xenoblade features a semi-open world with some exceptional side quests and a psudo-MMO styled battle system inspired by Final Fantasy XII, though refined to great effect. And despite this focus on gameplay, the story of Xenoblade surprisingly doesn't take any hits for it. In fact, Xenoblade features as memorable of narrative and as memorable of a cast of characters as any game in the Xeno franchinse.    … Expand
  55. Yoshivier001
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Una maravilla de principio a fin con un sistema de combate profundo, estratégico y acción en un mismo plato con jefes, monstruos únicos,enemigos... Que lo hacen una delicia.
    Tampoco nos olvidamos de sus escenarios únicos grandes e con una exploración que es la base de Zelda breath of the wild , aunque se nota algo sin vida, también sus mecánicas como afinagrama,gemas,conversaciones o visiones futuras este último siendo innovación como los monstruos únicos lo englobas con un guión de los mejores de la industria y tienes el mejor RPG de la generación y para mí el mejor juego de la historia (personal jejeje)    … Expand
  56. takko_lol
    Jul 28, 2022
    10
    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  57. HeroponXC
    Apr 28, 2022
    10
    the only bad thing about this game was the graphics, but now with the definitive edition the graphics look great. best game ever made.
  58. supdude80
    Jul 26, 2022
    10
    this is the most perfect game I've ever played in my entire life. you can name any aspect of this game and it's always executed perfectly, or near-perfectly.
  59. onepiececock
    May 10, 2023
    10
    It made me start my favorite game franchise, the characters are all so charismatic (although I wish others had more focus and it wasn't all mostly Shulk but I love Shulk so it's not that bad), incredibly good OSTs and an unique gameplay that doesn't get stall and doesn't require too much grind if you understand how it works, I love it
  60. AMindJoke
    Aug 15, 2022
    10
    Simply the best JRPG ever made: story, music, characters, all perfect! A must play!
  61. Khoryu
    Aug 5, 2022
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles is a narrative masterpiece that deserves all the acclaim. Fantastic world building, unique and fast combat system, and a likeable cast of characters. Environments are also large, well detailed, and invite the player to explore it. Many side quests for those that want to 100% it or just don't want to be left with nothing to do. Absolute genius storytelling as well. AXenoblade Chronicles is a narrative masterpiece that deserves all the acclaim. Fantastic world building, unique and fast combat system, and a likeable cast of characters. Environments are also large, well detailed, and invite the player to explore it. Many side quests for those that want to 100% it or just don't want to be left with nothing to do. Absolute genius storytelling as well. A certified must-play video game.… Expand
  62. Sterrewiggelary
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Amazing story. Great music. Brilliant gameplay. My absolute favourite game of all time.
  63. harima2
    Nov 17, 2022
    10
    I can't even describe how intense is the story of the game, plotwists that hit hard and an amazing cast of characters, all surrounded by a great OST
  64. CharlotteBelmon
    Feb 20, 2023
    10
    Literally one of the greatest JRPGs, maybe even one of the best games ever made.

    I love JRPGs, but most of them never manage to impress me. Be it the combat being unimaginative spell mashing or a heaping of cringey anime tropes, I wade through a lot of crap. Even AAA JRPGs like Final Fantasy or Dragon Quest (The absolute king of generic JRPGs and my least favourite series, save only for    Literally one of the greatest JRPGs, maybe even one of the best games ever made.

    I love JRPGs, but most of them never manage to impress me. Be it the combat being unimaginative spell mashing or a heaping of cringey anime tropes, I wade through a lot of crap. Even AAA JRPGs like Final Fantasy or Dragon Quest (The absolute king of generic JRPGs and my least favourite series, save only for its monster design, which I can appreciate with the power of Google Images) are pretty meh at the end of the day.

    Xenoblade, however, is so different from other JRPGs not only in gameplay, but in quality as well. Gone are the days of sifting through menus and waiting for animations to play out. No more fanservicey scenes created from some touchless virgin's lonely mind. Xenoblade just takes everything good about JRPGs and removes any joyless crap that bogs down the experience.

    The story is easily one of the most intriguing tales I've seen, taking a unique world with gorgeous aesthetics and using that world, mixed in with some good old fashioned obscure Judeo-Christian mythology, to create an engaging story. Furthermore, the writing is phenomenal, especially when looking back after beating the game. The twists and turns recontextualize early moments that stuck out, and even little remarks that might pass you by are actually subtle moments of foreshadowing. The story is further bolstered by its characters. The main party oozes chemistry, and their unique personalities, goals and interactions ensure that none of the people you stick with throughout the game get too annoying or boring. All this is tied together by an incredible voice cast in the English release. Instead of just employing Matt Mercer to play Dunban or something, the whole VA team are British, giving the game a unique tone during dialogue and cutscenes that the samey VAs from other JRPGs cant compare to.

    Now, the combat. Easily my favourite combat mechanics is any game ever. Your party consists of 3 members and, like a lot of JRPGs, they each have a unique role to play, being DPS, tank and healer. An encounter starts and the characters do basic attacks automatically. You can use "spells" (dubbed "Arts" in the game) to do a variety of things, such as deal damage, heal, provide buffs or attract aggro. Sounds simple, but the Arts drives the combat to greater heights. For example, the main character Shulk has a move that deals more damage from behind, so, by using Reyn to attract aggro, Shulk can get behind and gain the damage bonus. Each of the 7 characters have a unique tool kit that makes changing up your party every now and again so much more enjoyable than just sticking with your three faves. Even 2 characters with the same role feel so different from one another you just cant help but switch characters every 2 seconds. The synergy the party members have with one another is incredible, even at the most simple form of a tank attracting attention so the squishy DPS can deal the damage. It uses this simple mechanic to great lengths so the combat never gets old. The game also has a unique mechanic in combat called Visions. You can get a random glimpse into the future of a fight to see an enemy charging up a massive attack. You can then prevent this from happening in a variety of ways, such as inflicting the Topple status effect or by getting the tank to aggro the enemy. It really creates a sense of tension and excitement as you get these sort of mini challenges during a heated fight.

    The world itself is amazing. The game takes place of the bodies of two great Titans, whose corpses gave life to a diverse fauna that makes up the roster of monsters. Each open area invites you to look at the vistas and horizons. You can even look at far off areas that you can visit later on. The unique structure of the world is honestly just incredible, its hardly describable. The music is fantastic, featuring calm ambience, an orchestra that fills you with excitement or, my personal favourite, and intense metal and symphonic marriage that pumps fights up to the max.

    This game ranks in my top 3 video games ever made. JRPG fans will find a unique experience like nothing before, and will look back on the game with memories and fondness, even long after the credits roll.
    I personally played the Wii version, and honestly I prefer the art style over the Switch remake, but play which ever is more convenient, its an incredible game either way.
    TL;DR Play Xenoblade Chronicles. Now.    … Expand
  65. Sutchii
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    The music , the story , the atmosphere , the combat all amazing. It's incredible how good this game is. This is how an adventure feels. It is also the first jrpg I recommend the english voice cast over the japanese one. Forget everything you may have heard about this franchise from a youtuber and try this one. Do yourself a favor if you like Rpgs and JRPGS
  66. lecaime
    May 4, 2023
    10
    Un jeu excellent avec une histoire incroyable. Mon seul bémol, c'est qu'il faut le faire en premier car le système de combat est le début de la série qui s'étoffe avec les autres.
  67. Borderlinez
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Xenoblade is a grand, epic JRPG with a beautiful world, memorable characters, and exhilarating combat.
  68. Omletter
    Aug 12, 2023
    10
    Xenoblade Chronicles is a worthy successor to Xenogears. It has all the same elements that made Xenogears so great: a sprawling world to explore, a complex and engaging story, and memorable characters.
  69. turbo_dweeb
    Aug 24, 2023
    10
    WOOOOOOWZERRRZEEHh mega shmacka honkalomps *eyes pop out of face* SHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESH! OOOSH GOOGHY DOP WOP
  70. WitoRIT92
    Apr 6, 2012
    9
    This Game Was Simply amazing and took me for ever to get the last master but it was worth it.

    This Game is just awesome, Wasted almost 100 hours of my life on this, ha ha but overall probably one of the best games we will see on the Wii.
  71. BubblegumImp
    Apr 15, 2012
    9
    This is exactly what the genre needed. It toes the line between being respectful to the conventions of the genre, whilst tweaking said conventions to create a game which feels undeniably modern. From an engaging plot with a unique setting (the corpses of two titans!) to the exciting battle mechanics which combine real-time combat and turn-based strategy... Xenoblade is a blast to play.This is exactly what the genre needed. It toes the line between being respectful to the conventions of the genre, whilst tweaking said conventions to create a game which feels undeniably modern. From an engaging plot with a unique setting (the corpses of two titans!) to the exciting battle mechanics which combine real-time combat and turn-based strategy... Xenoblade is a blast to play. About the only knock on this game is the technical aspects of the visuals. Limited by the Wii's horsepower, this is to be expected. Thankfully, inspired art direction serves to mask these flaws. If you own a Wii... you need to play Xenoblade Chronicles.… Expand
  72. Fortysixter_UK
    Nov 1, 2011
    9
    Do not hesitate, if you like JRPG's or simply want a game with 40-60 hours of quality graphics, music , excellent story and great combat, look no further. This is a wonderful swan song RPG for the Wii, as I suspect even the mighty Zelda game thats about to launch, ( Skyward Sword) is going to have trouble being better than this piece of gaming genius.

    Satisfying character development    Do not hesitate, if you like JRPG's or simply want a game with 40-60 hours of quality graphics, music , excellent story and great combat, look no further. This is a wonderful swan song RPG for the Wii, as I suspect even the mighty Zelda game thats about to launch, ( Skyward Sword) is going to have trouble being better than this piece of gaming genius.

    Satisfying character development and crafting and trade systems, all a little overly complex, but you can muddle through those minor parts of the game to enjoy the overall picture of great and often funny voice acting, a surprisingly powerful opening scene ( no spoilers, suffice to say the love interest you initially think is forming may not go the way you thought it would ).

    Another note on the voice acting, it has been regionalised by UK actors for the UK market, and it sounds like they had a good time recording the audio, just another detail that adds to the excellence of this game.
    Xenoblade. It simply exudes quality and high standards from the moment you load up to the beautiful title screen and sit there for 4 minutes listening to the stunning theme played on piano.    … Expand
  73. Evarin
    Jun 25, 2012
    9
    Graphically, the game looks terrible. Otherwise, there is a LOT to love here, so be sure to check this game out if you are looking for a great RPG experience.
  74. AnonymousPal
    Apr 11, 2012
    9
    9.5/10
    2nd best game on the wii (hard to beat mario galaxy) one of my favorite rpgs in a very long time and a game that shows that jrpgs can still be relevant.
    Pros: immense immersive story world/universe Unique characters Cool weopans and equipment Unique battle system great jrpg evolution Great voice acting Minimal grinding required Tons to do! Took me 75 hours and hitting up only    9.5/10
    2nd best game on the wii (hard to beat mario galaxy) one of my favorite rpgs in a very long time and a game that shows that jrpgs can still be relevant.
    Pros: immense immersive story world/universe
    Unique characters
    Cool weopans and equipment
    Unique battle system great jrpg evolution
    Great voice acting
    Minimal grinding required
    Tons to do! Took me 75 hours and hitting up only portion of quests
    Not a sequal! Rare these days.
    Music well done
    Character design and monster design both well thought out
    Story unique
    Streamlined rpg: quick travel to landmarks, die and not lose exp or items gained, save almost anytime (dunno why more console rpgs don't do this)
    Build relationships w party members and npcs gain rewards and enhance story mostly optional
    Characters change appearance w equipment in all cutscenes as well
    Challenging but not frustrating
    Skills learned keep you wanting to level up
    For the wii...good graphics
    Magical and I have not felt that real rpg magic since the snes psx classics, if you miss it here it is! First rpg since chrono trigger I'm doing new game+

    Cons:
    Some loooong cut scenes
    Only 3 characters at once and 1 real healer limits variety don't get to use and play with all as much as you'd like
    Do reach skill plateau but better than most rpgs
    Towns cities could have been more impressive especially on 2nd world
    On the wii, sequal for wiiU (fingers crossed)

    Buy it as soon as you're able and I give a 9.5 out of 10 odds u shan't be dissapointed. (o:    … Expand
  75. Regal4point1
    Jul 4, 2012
    9
    This game is ridiculously magnetic, and unlike many jrpgs has left me craving for more. From the sprawling locales, the beautiful skylines, and the amazing soundtrack to the wonderful gameplay and accessibility, this game is stunning. However it's not without its faults, including bad lip sync and repetitive questing. Don't let those deter your decision to buy this game, since that wouldThis game is ridiculously magnetic, and unlike many jrpgs has left me craving for more. From the sprawling locales, the beautiful skylines, and the amazing soundtrack to the wonderful gameplay and accessibility, this game is stunning. However it's not without its faults, including bad lip sync and repetitive questing. Don't let those deter your decision to buy this game, since that would be a bad mistake.… Expand
  76. TylerDurden85
    Apr 20, 2013
    9
    Instantly one of my favorite JRPG's of all time. Tons of content, side quests, and a long main campaign. Fast paced action-oriented battle system. Excellent character development. This is the first JRPG I've played in years that I just couldn't put down...and I've already sunk in over 60 hours into the game.
  77. Garaxil
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    Story: 9/10
    While you can't understand the story, if you don't know japenese the story is basically told through the animation which is infact a very compelling one with a few plot twists.
    Graphics: 9/10 Visually Xenoblade looks fantastic the areas are massively huge, it runs a solid frame rate, there are plenty of detail in the enviorments and animations. The main characters might look    Story: 9/10
    While you can't understand the story, if you don't know japenese the story is basically told through the animation which is infact a very compelling one with a few plot twists.
    Graphics: 9/10
    Visually Xenoblade looks fantastic the areas are massively huge, it runs a solid frame rate, there are plenty of detail in the enviorments and animations. The main characters might look abit stiff but the facial expressions make up for it.
    Gameplay: 8.5/10
    In terms of gameplay you can use the classic controller or nunchuk, either way while the combat is very simplistic there are plenty of abilitys and weapons and armor to equip, in which you could actually customize your character in a way which is pretty cool. The combat mechanics may be a bit stiff at first but you'll get used to them pretty quick.
    Sound: 9/10
    A great soundtrack and awesome voice acting makes Xenoblade suck you in even more.
    Lasting Appeal: 10/10
    Xenoblade is a long LOOONG game, and even when you manage to finish the game you can still customize your character and just mess around in quests.
    The Verdict: 9.0 Amazing!
    (Actual Score: 9.1)

    Xenoblade is just downright amazing despite a few painfully minor flaws, we can only hope that someday it gets a us release but until then, you should definitely check it out if you love rpgs. If not you should still try it because who knows? You might love it.    … Expand
  78. tsenG
    Apr 10, 2012
    9
    Great game, is one of the best JRPG of this generation, sorry, but easily, the Final Fantasy XIII and XIII-2 is too small, next to this game, the game have a great Soundtrack, History and Gameplay, the graphic is not a problem with a game like this, with a Great History, Soundtrack and Gameplay, for these reasons i Support Operation Rainfall and Support this Game, and Pre-Order the gameGreat game, is one of the best JRPG of this generation, sorry, but easily, the Final Fantasy XIII and XIII-2 is too small, next to this game, the game have a great Soundtrack, History and Gameplay, the graphic is not a problem with a game like this, with a Great History, Soundtrack and Gameplay, for these reasons i Support Operation Rainfall and Support this Game, and Pre-Order the game when this is Announced :) Good Job Monolith Soft and Nintendo… Expand
  79. seamang
    Dec 4, 2011
    9
    The Japanese have a way with names they think up cool sounding words that mean nothing to anyone, translate them in to English where they still mean nothing to anyone. Xenoblade is one of those names. However as the old proverb says; â
  80. Emme
    May 5, 2015
    9
    An irresistible mix of scifi and fantaey, in a beautiful, gorgeous even world with a great realtime combat system. The graphics are awesome, the characters likeable and the game is very relaxed yet motivating.
  81. hit925
    Nov 22, 2011
    9
    A fantastic game. The environments are stunning even though the graphics are pretty awful even for Wii. The gameplay is interesting and will keep you occupied for a long time in its length.
  82. Kazuki
    Nov 27, 2011
    9
    This is the best RPG game i played in Wii never... big scenaries, epic scenes, beauty sotry :) Comments: In Spanish: http://lahabitaciondekazuki.es/?p=748
  83. Kurisumasu
    Apr 15, 2012
    9
    Definitely the greatest RPG on the Wii, and one of the best on this generation's home consoles, which is truly saying something. The story is your typical RPG fare, with numerous twists along the way. What this RPG apart from others, though, is the game's unique setting. It's set on the bodies of two fossilized titans, which have enough traversable areas to constitute a world map. TheDefinitely the greatest RPG on the Wii, and one of the best on this generation's home consoles, which is truly saying something. The story is your typical RPG fare, with numerous twists along the way. What this RPG apart from others, though, is the game's unique setting. It's set on the bodies of two fossilized titans, which have enough traversable areas to constitute a world map. The characters are endearing and they each have a deep background. By the end of the game, their personalities are fully fleshed out. The battle system can remind one of an MMORPG's mechanics, but it's better than that. The action is in real time and your party attacks the enemy automatically, but you can control one party member at a time through issuing your "Arts" and various commands to your teammates. Not being able to control your other party members wouldn't be a problem, if it weren't for the sometimes dumb and "suicidal" AI, but it gets the job done. There's a lot of customization in this game, a unique affinity/relationship system that comprises your party and all the named NPCs you encounter. There's a ton of side-quests in this game, too, but doing too many at a time can ruin the game's pace and potentially cause you to become over-leveled. Thankfully, the quests which are assigned by unnamed NPCs (i.e. the really generic kill and fetch ones) don't require you to return to the quest giver for the reward, lessening the grind.
    Some problems aside, I recommend this game to RPG and non-RPG fans alike. It is a Nintendo game, after all.    … Expand
  84. tombo
    Apr 19, 2012
    9
    Xenoblade Chronicles will immerse you in an imaginative, epic world begging to be explored.
    Aesthetically, it's an incredibly evocative, beautiful game; you'll often feel as if you're playing
    an Impressionistic painting. Combat is fun and strategic---- shared with charming companions.
    Innovative as well as nostalgic RPG elements create an engrossing, captivating experience.
  85. Certate0
    Apr 30, 2012
    9
    It's rare that I venture from my PC lately but I was in the mood for an RPG so I grabbed a copy of Xenoblade. First impression was uurrghhh my eyeballs!! Did I just turn on the Playstation 1? Believing the favourable reviews I pushed forward to see what all the fuss was about. The first thing I noticed was how responsive the controls were. The character moves quickly and it never seemsIt's rare that I venture from my PC lately but I was in the mood for an RPG so I grabbed a copy of Xenoblade. First impression was uurrghhh my eyeballs!! Did I just turn on the Playstation 1? Believing the favourable reviews I pushed forward to see what all the fuss was about. The first thing I noticed was how responsive the controls were. The character moves quickly and it never seems tedious to get from point A to point B. The characters are likeable and the storyline is great. The setting for the adventure is interesting and fresh. After a few hours of play the graphical limitations faded away into non-importance and the will to advance took over. The beginning of the game is heavy with tutorials, a sign of the games complexity. Leveling up is natural with little grinding and there is a lot of enjoyment to be had by changing character equipment. Side quests don't require a trip back to town to cash in and there are many other thoughtful inclusions. Death is only a short set back, not a disasterous return to your last save. This game really brings me back to my teenage years playing FF7,8,9....A wonderful and worthwhile experience. Highly recommended.… Expand
  86. Pantacruel
    Jun 4, 2012
    9
    I usually judge a game first by the story and the universe, and if it can captivate my imagination to the point where I will play it with pleasure. The Xenoblade universe is wonderfully illogical and captivating, and the story line is almost as good as it gets for video games. It does have a little Japanese flavor, especially in the character conversations. The world evolves completely asI usually judge a game first by the story and the universe, and if it can captivate my imagination to the point where I will play it with pleasure. The Xenoblade universe is wonderfully illogical and captivating, and the story line is almost as good as it gets for video games. It does have a little Japanese flavor, especially in the character conversations. The world evolves completely as the story progresses, without any obvious mistakes.
    The gameplay is simple, intuitive, non-constraining, rapidly changed. There are some simple underlying patterns in quests and combats. The flow of the game is smooth and you can choose what to do based on how you feel. No forced combat sections or story progression...
    There are many other good aspects of this game but I will leave you with the best. In the more than 140 hours it took me to finish most of the quests and the main story line, the game did not glitch or crash once. The people who made this game loved it. Chances are so will you.    … Expand
  87. wildemu
    Mar 19, 2013
    9
    I would give this game a 10 if it weren't for certain parts of the game that required you to grind on monsters just to catch up to a boss's level. For example, you will be 42/43 and they will throw a 48 and 50 boss after you. Or, you could be 68/69 and get a 75 boss thrown at you. What are the pros?

    -Environment: breathtaking, massive, and each area looks different. -Music: One of the    I would give this game a 10 if it weren't for certain parts of the game that required you to grind on monsters just to catch up to a boss's level. For example, you will be 42/43 and they will throw a 48 and 50 boss after you. Or, you could be 68/69 and get a 75 boss thrown at you. What are the pros?

    -Environment: breathtaking, massive, and each area looks different.
    -Music: One of the best soundtracks of all time. Each song is awesome, especially the Mechonis levels.
    - Heropon Riki: People will downplay this character as a pokemon ripoff, but he is hilarious, has a ton of charm, and was my favorite character to play.
    -Story: It was all over the play towards the middle and end, but it kept me glued the whole way through.
    -Unique Monsters: This was my favorite part of the game because each monster required a different strategy to defeat it. At one point, I was just monster hunting instead of working on the story.

    What are the cons?

    Sidequests: There are a ton and most of them are generic kill/collect quests. I only did those that were on the way along the main quest, but most sidequests didn't have much originality.

    Graphics: The environments are well-done, but the characters definitely look like from ps1/ps2 generation. Not a huge con just because the mechonis levels looked awesome.

    Forced grinding: I wish there were more quests that weren't so grindy and granted exp just so you didn't have to kill every monster in a dungeon over and over.

    Overall, I definitely recommend a playthrough the game. It's a great RPG that should be experienced by people who won't can appreciate a game like this.    … Expand
  88. shprea
    Jun 24, 2013
    9
    Xenoblade Chronicles is the best JRPG I've played in years. Every aspect of the game shines, offering a unique and amazing experience.
    The gameplay is top notch, boasting a new and interesting combat system that never seems to get old, even 60+ hours into the game. The characters, too, are very well done. All of the characters in the story are interesting, well voiced, extremely British,    Xenoblade Chronicles is the best JRPG I've played in years. Every aspect of the game shines, offering a unique and amazing experience.
    The gameplay is top notch, boasting a new and interesting combat system that never seems to get old, even 60+ hours into the game. The characters, too, are very well done. All of the characters in the story are interesting, well voiced, extremely British, and not annoying (except Riki, who is the embodiment of annoyance).
    The story of the game is great mainly due to the game's setting atop two massive titans called the Bionis and the Mechonis. It is full of plot twists and character development which keeps the it interesting.
    The very best aspect of this game is its music, which is nothing short of masterful. The very best memory I have of this game involves entering a grand and expansive location, only then to be greeted by the best song in game. Every track suits the scenery it accompanies.
    The only fault people have with this game are the graphics. However, as far as Wii games go, the graphics aren't half bad. When looking at things up close, they might seem to be rather ugly. However, when viewing giant new areas, the game looks gorgeous.
    Take all these aspects and combine them with a nonlinear and lengthy experience, and you get an excellent JRPG and one of the Wii's best games.
    9.4/10    … Expand
  89. myEVILi
    Jul 4, 2014
    9
    The only downside to this game is side-quests. There are over 200 side quests, but only vary a dozen ways. Make sure you check online to find which side quests are actually important. The game is at its best when you're exploring the vast open world and drinking in its beauty. Combat is fast paced and tons of challenging bosses to take on. Characters a typical JPRG heros and the storyThe only downside to this game is side-quests. There are over 200 side quests, but only vary a dozen ways. Make sure you check online to find which side quests are actually important. The game is at its best when you're exploring the vast open world and drinking in its beauty. Combat is fast paced and tons of challenging bosses to take on. Characters a typical JPRG heros and the story twists keep you going. A must play for any Wii owner!… Expand
  90. smaugrens
    Oct 17, 2015
    9
    An amazing title, especially for the Wii. I found this several years after its release after hearing good things. First, the game is beautiful despite what some say about them looking outdated. The game world is huge so it's understandable why it might look scaled down. The music is memorable and some tracks will get stuck in your head. Some melodies reminded me of Kingdom Hearts, andAn amazing title, especially for the Wii. I found this several years after its release after hearing good things. First, the game is beautiful despite what some say about them looking outdated. The game world is huge so it's understandable why it might look scaled down. The music is memorable and some tracks will get stuck in your head. Some melodies reminded me of Kingdom Hearts, and after researching it turns out Yoko Shimomura did contribute a bit to the music. I thought the story might end up being a bit cookie cutter but it's not. I should have expected this considering the same storyteller created Xenogears (another classic).

    The battle system is engaging and there are enough characters you can play with to keep it interesting. Some of the missions can be repetitive as there are a lot of fetch quests, but fortunately a lot of these do not require you to return to the quest-giver. I was able to develop an affinity myself for all the characters who, by the way, are voice casted quite well imo.

    The game goes deeper than expected through using character/town affinity and gem crafting systems. Increasing affinity is what seems to take up most of one's time in the game. My main complaint here is that if you focus of finishing side missions and increasing affinity, you easily end up over-leveling yourself for the story missions and boss fights are less rewarding.

    I had an incredible time with my 100+ hours in this gorgeous world. I'd say if one is an RPG fan and happened to miss this gem on the Wii, rectify that situation posthaste!    … Expand
  91. Michael-5
    Mar 11, 2014
    9
    Play the game for 2-4 hours, if you're not hooked then, then the game is not for you. This is an amazing game, really feels like a JRPG from the 90's, and somehow Monolith Soft managed to make the game exactly as they wanted to, without Nintendo intervention (not spoiling anything!)

    Short review, amazing game, really well designed battle system, great plot, and overall you're getting    Play the game for 2-4 hours, if you're not hooked then, then the game is not for you. This is an amazing game, really feels like a JRPG from the 90's, and somehow Monolith Soft managed to make the game exactly as they wanted to, without Nintendo intervention (not spoiling anything!)

    Short review, amazing game, really well designed battle system, great plot, and overall you're getting one of the most well thought out games I have ever seen. The whole world just comes to life in this game, and every location feels like a real place, that has some real importance. Plus the boss fights in this game are just amazing.

    However if you don't get hooked withing 4 hours, put it down and never look back. Why? While the story is amazing, if you don't like the start, you probably won't like the rest of it. Plus there is a lot of needless walking in this game. Honestly they could have cut 20 hours out of the game just by introducing a motorcycle or something. It's just too long of a game, it could have been compressed into 40 hours no problem.

    That said, this is still a 9/10, it's one of the best RPG's which I have ever played. It really feels like a 90's JRPG, and without spoiling anything........there is blood....in a Nintendo game.........    … Expand
  92. Cacho
    Sep 6, 2017
    9
    This game gives a real sense of adventure that was lost from the old JRPGs of the SNES-PS1 era but at the same time it throws away al the archaic conventionalisms that could drive away other players new to this sub-genre. The characters models are really low poly even for a Wii game and the textures are a little bit blurry but all that compensates for an incredible art direction andThis game gives a real sense of adventure that was lost from the old JRPGs of the SNES-PS1 era but at the same time it throws away al the archaic conventionalisms that could drive away other players new to this sub-genre. The characters models are really low poly even for a Wii game and the textures are a little bit blurry but all that compensates for an incredible art direction and gigantic and beautiful scenarios, the sacrifices made to run this massive game on what is basically is a 2001 console hardware is amazing.

    Except for the final part that might feel a little bit rushed the conclusion is still satisfactory with no open ending or cliffhanger.

    This is the JRPG that revived the genre and definitely worth a chance.    … Expand
  93. BOBdotEXE
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    one of the few jRPG's that kept my interest
    (short review)
    Pros: +Looks pretty good for a wii game, but the resolution holds it back. +interesting combat system (cooldown based instead of turned based) +interesting story! (it's about people, not crystals..lol) +good voice work +nice big world to explore +indepth skills/ability system +great music +changing outfits changes your    one of the few jRPG's that kept my interest
    (short review)
    Pros:
    +Looks pretty good for a wii game, but the resolution holds it back.
    +interesting combat system (cooldown based instead of turned based)
    +interesting story! (it's about people, not crystals..lol)
    +good voice work
    +nice big world to explore
    +indepth skills/ability system
    +great music
    +changing outfits changes your how you look!

    Cons:
    -Really bad Friendly AI
    -no gc controller support
    -in battle event prompts interrupt attack inputs
    -camera gets stuck, and lags a bit at times

    It's a ton of fun, if you like JRPG's pick it up.
    if you like RPG's but often get bored of other because of the lame story, how linear they are, or the amount of grinding they require, Try this game!
    it's quite a bit different.    … Expand
  94. Foxonline
    Sep 12, 2014
    9
    Very good game with a very good engine. Music 10, design 10, scenario 10, story 10. It´s very, very good and the most epic rpg i played. And i played very very rpgs. Only one problem, the console. Wii it´s not a best option and this is a problem to level of the graphics and the style of controlls. The second part it´s going to WiiU. most better. (Sorry for my poor english).
  95. Sephiroth_X
    Oct 28, 2014
    9
    There's a reason (or many) for ALWAYS owning the nintendo console of the moment, and this is one of them, alright ps3 had more rpgs (which i loved) but wii got the best one of its generation!

    The main point of this game is the story, specially the ending which is mind blowing, the soundtrack is also epic and a must have on cd. Battles are incredible too, never got bored of them after 90    There's a reason (or many) for ALWAYS owning the nintendo console of the moment, and this is one of them, alright ps3 had more rpgs (which i loved) but wii got the best one of its generation!

    The main point of this game is the story, specially the ending which is mind blowing, the soundtrack is also epic and a must have on cd. Battles are incredible too, never got bored of them after 90 hours of playing!

    The only downside i see to this incredible game is that it gets repetitive a little bit after a while, the dungeons have no imagination, you just walk and battle thats ALL you're going to do in them, no puzzle element at all. So why did they made them SO big! So many in this game is big for the sake of being big!

    Both the organic world and the machine world are a joy to behold, and the game's filled with amazing characters, LOVE the choice of british voices for the characters, they should do that always, american dubbing has ruined great games like the tales series (which i rather put in mute!).

    You cannot go wrong with xenoblade chronicles, is the rpg fan wet dream.    … Expand
  96. Pharamo
    Jul 13, 2015
    9
    After 120 hours of playing the game (+30 for the (pre)-after game), I can conclude that this is one of the most imaginative and creative games I've seen in quite a while. The world this game is set, is just outright thrilling. Just the fact that you're roaming around on a badass-looking giant, standing in a infinite sea, facing his mechanic arch nemesis should already hype you up. TheAfter 120 hours of playing the game (+30 for the (pre)-after game), I can conclude that this is one of the most imaginative and creative games I've seen in quite a while. The world this game is set, is just outright thrilling. Just the fact that you're roaming around on a badass-looking giant, standing in a infinite sea, facing his mechanic arch nemesis should already hype you up. The concept is truly what makes this game. The story, of course, does not fall short mainly because its amazing execution (it gives you dem feels). It is a very "Japanese" story however, like we've seen in many other games like final fantasy and various anime, that is to say that it deals with quite a complex and philosophical matter and does so on a grand scale whilst looking almost like an innocent children's game with our ever so perfect righteous main characters who help everybody and only ever do good. This might scare off the more sober audiences who also might or might not like the combat system, which is a more dynamic version of the standard turn-after-turn combat that is decent, but has a lot more potential if it wasn't for some horrible AI. Well it really isn't that bad, but it limits some of the given strategies, which is a shame. Also, I just want to give major props to both the art direction, which made this game that had beneath average graphics because of the Wii's limited power (if you didnt realise by my 150 hours, this game is huge and pushes the Wii over its boundaries), still look visually incredible, and the composers, who have given us what I think is one of the best gaming OSTs ever, for adding to such a memorable experience (and of course, the feels). I can certainly say that I've spent my time well these last months.… Expand
  97. TharosTheDragon
    Sep 27, 2015
    9
    I'm 90 hours into the game and I gotta say it lives up to the hype. The game is gorgeous and the action-packed gameplay is involved enough to not feel repetitive. The main character is obnoxious and the writing is lacking, but I've seen worse and the game gives you a Japanese voice track option for all you Japanophiles. Be warned, however: I think this is the single most complicated gameI'm 90 hours into the game and I gotta say it lives up to the hype. The game is gorgeous and the action-packed gameplay is involved enough to not feel repetitive. The main character is obnoxious and the writing is lacking, but I've seen worse and the game gives you a Japanese voice track option for all you Japanophiles. Be warned, however: I think this is the single most complicated game I've ever played.

    And I should mention that if you're the type of gamer who wants to play as one of the female characters and strip her down to her underwear and watch her run around, this game is for you too.    … Expand
  98. EpicLadySponge
    Feb 21, 2016
    9
    Xenoblade Chronicles keeps the adventure waiting for you such in a good way that you couldn't even imagine what pops up next. Want something to cheer you up? Buy this game if you still have a Wii.
  99. Fault-boy
    Oct 24, 2017
    9
    Xenoblade Chronicles for the Wii is a fantastic game. Not only thinking by a game of it's gigantic scope on the Wii but by itself.
    Talking about the Wii, is surreal to think that Xeno is a game that runs well. The amount of grass rendered e the scope of all of the areas in the game would put most developers at their knees to make the game run at stable 30fps on the wii's hardware, but    Xenoblade Chronicles for the Wii is a fantastic game. Not only thinking by a game of it's gigantic scope on the Wii but by itself.
    Talking about the Wii, is surreal to think that Xeno is a game that runs well. The amount of grass rendered e the scope of all of the areas in the game would put most developers at their knees to make the game run at stable 30fps on the wii's hardware, but Monolith without a doubt nailed it.
    The gameplay is a different and fun alternative to your average turn based JRPG, each character has it's own set abilities (from offensive ones, supportive, defensive etc.), paired with an auto attack that rolls every time, while you can move to distance from enemies, or difficult their chances of hitting you. This system gives you a way more intense gameplay and creates a deck of strategies and different ways to play the game. Although, the combat has some flaws: The animations are kinda poor, bottlenecking the complexity and hurting the combat and the level up system is way tougher than it should have been.
    The story really flashes out on this game. At start, it looks a pretty generic two kingdoms, human vs. machine plot. But, trust me, it violently develops. Going on topics like religion, races, society and spiritualism. Since a really big spoiler happens at the first hour, i won't go further than this.
    The level/world design is a wonder. Not only because of the titan's corpses that hosts all of the game, but the vivids civilizations and wildlife that fulfills the world, with a big variety and diferences between npc's, enemies or villagers.
    The visual part is a tough one. The beautiful models and details, are bottlenecked by the Wii's pathetic hardware. And the secondary cutscenes are really low quality. So, play on Dolphin instead.
    The audio is neat. Not spectacular, but does it's job.
    The OST, MY BOY. One of the finest pieces of music on gaming history. With a big array of instruments, genres, tracks and rhythms, is the strongest point of the game.
    A true masterpiece of the Wii, kinda thrown back by the console's weak hardware. Luckily, Dolphin exists. So you can enjoy the game at it's full potential.    … Expand
  100. Lord_Sunday
    Sep 19, 2017
    9
    The story here was very good, and I became very attached to some of the characters. I think the strongest aspect here is the story followed closely by the unique environments and enemies within. Admittedly, it was a slow start for me, I didn't fully appreciate the scope of the game until I got to bionis' knee. I think the scene of the mechonis really hit hard the real scope of the game andThe story here was very good, and I became very attached to some of the characters. I think the strongest aspect here is the story followed closely by the unique environments and enemies within. Admittedly, it was a slow start for me, I didn't fully appreciate the scope of the game until I got to bionis' knee. I think the scene of the mechonis really hit hard the real scope of the game and shows the epic world you're about to explore. There are alot of cutscenes in this game, something expected in a jrpg and one i fully appreciate in games, but the combat can be a bit grindy at times. I gave this "perfect" game a 9 mostly because I didn't play this game until 2016. The graphics are awful compared to most other games, and because of the grindy bits.… Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 59 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 58 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 59
  3. Negative: 0 out of 59
  1. GameCritics
    May 24, 2012
    80
    Xenoblade may not be the greatest JRPG ever, but it's certainly one of the best games on the Nintendo Wii.
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  2. Quarter to Three
    Apr 19, 2012
    100
    There's a lot more to recommend Xenoblade Chronicles. The dialogue, the humor, the artwork, the prophecy system, the music, the variety of environments, the character progression, the crafting system, the crazy quest density, the quest quality, the memorable characters, the collectibles, the secrets, and so on. This is a landmark achievement in the genre. As of its release, you can no longer talk about great RPGs, or maybe even great games, without also talking about Xenoblade Chronicles.
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  3. G4 TV
    Apr 12, 2012
    90
    Xenoblade Chronicles is the sort of precious jRPG that this recent console generation has sorely lacked. Despite some missteps and over-complication, the game stands out as one of the best in recent years. Xenoblade creates a world simply begging to be explored.
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