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Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Isn't Pulling Me Like XCX Did

Alejandro Balderas writes:
"But for those of us that have been there and done that with the first XC, the experience isn’t so fresh. To borrow a phrase from a friend, “XC2 is chasing a ghost.” That ghost is the experience of the first Xenoblade Chronicles, with its mystifying setting on the back of gods and theological currents of thought underlying every plot twist. The shonen storyline is here again. The grassy plains, the snowy tundra, the massive lakes – these are all here, too.

XCX didn’t chase that ghost. It accepted itself for what it was: a post-Earth space opera in which the survival of humankind was the only thing that mattered. Because of this, I accepted it more easily, too."

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PhoenixUp2752d ago

Well of course something titled Xenoblade Chronicles 2 would closer try to closer emulate Xenoblade Chronicles than Xenoblade Chronicles X.

Prince_TFK2751d ago

Correct. I have to say that I am really enjoying this game so far. It has so much charm.

FallenAngel19842752d ago

I’m just surprised at how the critical reception was received for both games.

While Xenoblade Chronicles was hailed as one of the best RPGs of its time, both Xenoblade Chronicles X and Xenoblade Chronicles 2 while also well received weren’t able to critically exceed the original game.

kevnb2751d ago

Going back as far as I can remember western reviewers often get it really wrong when reviewing long Japanese rpgs.

EddieNX 2752d ago

Loving XC2 so far! All three are just too drawer JRPG's and reason alone to buy the console they're on.

FullmetalRoyale2751d ago (Edited 2751d ago )

I’ve never played a Xenoblade game before, and I’m loving Chronicles 2. Technical issues aside(which is probably why it was able to release so quickly)it is an engrossing game. I love the characters, story, and the world. So glad I took a chance on it.

Segata2751d ago

Please play the first after you play this. It's kind of needed.

FullmetalRoyale2751d ago

I don’t feel like I’m missing anything storyline wise, but I certainly would play another Xenoblade game if it was released on Switch.

FullmetalRoyale2750d ago

I’ve done some research(I’ll follow your lead and won’t reveal it), and I know I’ll retroactively enjoy this story more if I can enjoy the first. If it ever releases on Switch!

Segata2750d ago

I can't spoil why but you actually will be missing some direct tie-ins storywise.

Segata2751d ago

If you played the first game, you want to finish this game. I loved XCX as well but if you liked the first you need to finish this game and I can't say why without spoiler tags.

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Unconfirmed Xenoblade Chronicles X PC release bizarrely listed on Microsoft Game Assist titles

A Xenoblade Chronicles PC port has been listed by Microsoft as an officially supported Microsoft Game Assist title.

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Goodguy0124d ago

Hmmm interesting. Hopefully true, liking the slowly but surely partnership between the big 3. Just imagine all the xenoblade games officially on pc. I think mcsft going 3rd party but still making consoles fits them.

Kneetos23d ago

Xenoblade chronicles X is not there

Either removed or the picture shown was edited, but it is currently not there

NettosGameRoom23d ago

You can still view it using the internet archive!

TheColbertinator23d ago

This is good. Real good if Nintendo is smart to capitalize.

jznrpg23d ago

I would bet a lot of money it’s not happening

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What we could see out of a Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Definitive Edition

NE: "We go over a big list of changes and adjustments we'd like to see in a hypothetical Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Definitive Edition."

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9 Reasons to Play Xenoblade Chronicles X

The ill-fated Wii U sold very few units, so it is understandable if you missed out on Xenoblade Chronicles X, here are 9 reasons why you should play the Definitive Edition.

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franwex68d ago

Reason number 1 why I haven’t played yet:
Cannot commit the time. :/

GotGame81867d ago

The nice thing about X is you have a Follow Ball. If you haven't played for a few days it will help you jump right back in! Fantastic game! You should at least have 5 initial hours over 2 days or so to invest. I also suggest grinding to at least level 14 before chapter 3.

Zeldafan6467d ago

It's nice that definitive edition makes level grinding easier. Quite a bit quicker than the original release.

PRIMORDUS67d ago

I bought it thinking it was like the trilogy and expansion on Switch. I played it for 15 or so hours and stopped. Couldn't get into it, the gameplay was not like the previous ones, it was not what I expected.😕

Dhika67d ago

I bought it on the Wii U years ago and couldn’t get into it too 🙁

PRIMORDUS67d ago

I feel ya, sucks cause I wanted to like it, I tried.

TFdwnunder67d ago

Greatest RPG ever except end game makes it impossible to complete for anyone who focused on mech battles. Do not focus on mechs or you will be disappointed