Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition – A Deeper Dive into Mira

A new trailer for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition offers expanded insights into the game's compelling narrative and characters. The original 2015 Wii U release concluded on a cliffhanger, but this updated version promises fresh story content, potentially resolving the lingering questions from the original ending.

The trailer, titled "The Year is 2054," features Elma, a key protagonist, recounting the events that led humanity to the alien planet Mira. Earth, caught in a devastating intergalactic war, saw a desperate group of survivors escape aboard the White Whale ark, only to crash-land on Mira. The ensuing struggle for survival centers around locating the Lifehold, a crucial piece of technology holding the majority of the human population in stasis, before its power source depletes.

Xenoblade Chronicles X, part of Monolith Soft's acclaimed JRPG series, initially faced a near-Japan-only release. However, a dedicated fan campaign, Operation Rainfall, secured its Western release, contributing to the series' subsequent success, including Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and 3. The Definitive Edition brings the entire series to the Nintendo Switch.

New Story Content and UI Enhancements

The Definitive Edition promises to expand upon the original's cliffhanger ending with additional story segments. The game's vast scope remains, tasking players with not only the primary BLADE mission of finding the Lifehold but also with exploring the alien world of Mira, deploying probes, and engaging in battles against diverse creatures.

The Wii U version heavily utilized the GamePad, integrating it as a dynamic map and interactive tool. The trailer showcases the seamless transition of these features to the Nintendo Switch. The GamePad functionality is now integrated into a dedicated menu, with a mini-map added to the upper-right corner of the screen, consistent with other Xenoblade titles. Other UI elements have been smoothly integrated into the main screen, resulting in a clean and uncluttered interface. While this adaptation might subtly alter the gameplay experience compared to the original, it promises a streamlined and enjoyable experience on the Switch.