So, who would buy Xenoblade X on the Switch?

[ArkhamFantasy]

I played 100 hours of it, so i can't pretend like i didn't get alot of enjoyment out of it, but after a while the game left a bad taste in my mouth. (never actually beat it).

I feel like it was a big step forward in production values and exploration, but there's just way too many systems going on, like half the screen is hud DESPITE the gamepad, you've got all these characters and mechs to equip and look after, the way you plant those thing to make money was needlessly confusing, and of course the game just takes a MASSIVE step back in its story.

I wouldn't be offended by a port because it's not like it will take a ton of resources, but its a very distant 3rd in the xenoblade rankings for me.

 

[Clay]

Now that you mention portability, the really should make a HUD overhaul. The game was practically unreadable on Off-TV mode, and while the Gamepad was sub-hd, I'm sure the screen was bigger than the switch's.

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Actually the Switch and GamePad screens are both 6.2".

But yeah, ideally they'd rework the HUD a bit for a Switch port.

 

[maximumzero]

Nah, I'm totes good on Wii U ports. Let's start porting Wii, GameCube, and N64 software instead.

 

[Beth Cyra]

Unless they change the bullshit ending with Elma then I can't let myself repurchase it.

 

[JediOrderPizza]

Not to sound cliche, but this world sucks!

 

[Dark Cloud]

Unless they change the bullshit ending with Elma then I can't let myself repurchase it.

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How was that a bs ending?

 

[Beth Cyra]

How was that a bs ending?

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Im not going to argue this with another Xeno fan, but the choice they make with Elma's character design when she is presented the way she is was highly offensive at least to me.

 

[MonadL]

Yes dear Jesus give it to me

 

[Momo]

Beth Cyra can you please spoiler that out of respect for potential first-time players. Thank you.

 

[Beth Cyra]

Beth Cyra can you please spoiler that? Thank you.

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I didn't spoiler anything outside that a change happens.

Not how or why.

 

[Chie Satonaka91]

I want it to happen eventually, but we need Xenoblade 3 first. Need something new for the series before another port/remake.

 

[Chaosblade]

I put about 10 hours into the game, but between it feeling kind of aimless and absolutely hating the soundtrack, I ended up putting it down and never getting back to it.

I doubt Nintendo would do anything with this game that would make me even consider purchasing it a second time, but I would like to revisit my Wii U copy eventually.

 

[Korigama]

Give me a reprint of Xenoblade 2 first, then we'll talk. Seeing as I'm one of the only people who actually bought #FE: Encore, I can assure that I would be good for it once that happens.

 

[Neiteio]

Incredible experience

 

[JumiElazul]

Voted for played but never beat and would repurchase.

I loved Xenoblade Chronicles X. The world map and sense of exploration were done so well that I was willing to overlook some of the games flaws.
That said, even though I put about 30-40 hours into it, I didn't beat it. I would love another crack at it.

 

[Momo]

I didn't spoiler anything outside that a change happens.

Not how or why.

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That reveal is meant to be a plot twist that not everyone will anticipate. What you're doing is leading people to expect a plot twist surrounding a certain character at a certain time. Please have the decency to add spoiler tags.

 

[Admiral Woofington]

Have I played it you asked? I'm sorry I can't hear you. I can't see you. I can't hear you. I can't see you.

 

[Beth Cyra]

That reveal is meant to be a plot twist that not everyone will anticipate. What you're doing is leading people to expect a plot twist surrounding a certain character at a certain time. Please have the decency to add spoiler tags.

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You want me to have "decency" to have spoilers? Regarding this?

Yeah; don't think I will.

You can report my post.

 

[Sterok]

I keep throwing money at my Switch for this, but nothing happens. Maybe I need to throw it at Monolith HQ.

 

[Zeal543]

port? no. Enhanced version with QoL fixes and new content? yes.

 

[Efejota]

Im not going to argue this with another Xeno fan, but the choice they make with Elma's character design when she is presented the way she is was highly offensive at least to me.

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I think the fact that they all survived thanks to an alien's efforts tied well to the theme of the game. You expand the city by becoming friends with the aliens from Mira, so there's this message about solidarity and working together with those different from you that I really liked. The game even touches on how this causes frictions with the humans via the many optional sidequests. In the end, Elma felt as part of that community and her desire to help humanity was genuine.

But I'll admit, her design reveal was a bit disappointing because of having a relevant dark-skinned turning into something else.

 

[Diogo Arez]

One of the best RPGs I've played if they change stuff like insurance with QoL updates I'll buy it day one

 

[Cronogear]

Only played it a little bit on Wii U. I think the lack of a centralized story, unlike XC1 and XC2 (both of which I did finish) kinda left me without a hook to keep going.

I would give it another shot on Switch though.

 

[Beth Cyra]

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I think the fact that they all survived thanks to an alien's efforts tied well to the theme of the game. You expand the city by becoming friends with the aliens from Mira, so there's this message about solidarity and working together with those different from you that I really liked. The game even touches on how this causes frictions with the humans via the many optional sidequests. In the end, Elma felt as part of that community and her desire to help humanity was genuine.

But I'll admit, her design reveal was a bit disappointing because of having a relevant dark-skinned turning into something else.

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I can get that and it would be a nice sentiment...but that gets washed away from me when you take a dark skinned woman and suddenly "reveal" her true form has glowing white skin. I loath it with all my heart.

 

[neoak]

This trailer still gives me chills to this day

 

[Dice]

Im not going to argue this with another Xeno fan, but the choice they make with Elma's character design when she is presented the way she is was highly offensive at least to me.

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Yeah I didnt care about the fancy hairdo, I kept her as is.

This trailer still gives me chills to this day

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Haha I still have it saved on my harddrive. It was what clenched the WiiU purchase for me/

 

[Alfredo]

I put about 30 hours into the original game. I don't remember why I quit playing, but I really liked the game a lot.

I started playing the game on emulator last weekend and I'm having a blast. It runs great on PC and looks amazing. But the one thing that's really annoying is the map, since it's only on the Gamepad, and it's annoying having to switch to a mouse or whatever when playing with just a controller. So If they put it on Switch, fix the map issue, as well as some quality of life stuff, I'd easily buy another copy of the game.

 

[Beth Cyra]

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Yeah I didnt care about the fancy hairdo, I kept her as is.

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Ya just had to make me laugh when I was trying to be a an indignant asshole. Thanks Dice.

 

[Deleted member 33533]

Played it twice but have 100s of hours on it. I'd definitely repurchase it. I want to replay it but my Wii U is packed away and the gamepad battery is super drained now anyway.

Having a big exploratory game to go is also a great pro. I also really want a sequel to the game so I'd buy just to show interest in that.

Im kind of worried that if they do port it to Switch, it will be right before whatever succeeds the Switch is out. The game suffered from releasing late into the Wii U's life (which was short cause Wii U lol)

 

[JJConrad]

The game needs such a major overhaul that its better to just make a sequel.

The mechs were the most disappointing part of the game. Threy're buried too late into the game to be that convoluted with such little pay off.

 

[Kindekuma]

FUCK this game needs to come to the Switch. It could use a lot of QoL changes such as: larger font sizes, story progression not limited to leveling and instead scales, OST changes, etc.

But the world design, exploration, gameplay, and mechs are just astounding. Such a gem. With some flaws that could be ironed out to be something even better.

 

[Carassius Auratus]

I'll probably skip it unless there's some major QoL changes. Switch and Wii U are too similar in power for a real visual/performance upgrade (besides possibly fixing the faces, I guess) and the loss of the gamepad would make it a downgrade imo.

 

[lexony]

If it has better character design and upgraded graphics, then yeah I would.

 

[Efejota]

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I can get that and it would be a nice sentiment...but that gets washed away from me when you take a dark skinned woman and suddenly "reveal" her true form has glowing white skin. I loath it with all my heart.

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It was probably to shock people in a fast way, that's for sure, but I wouldn't have minded if she opened a third eye or grew extra limbs, Stitch style. They had to do the whole "real body is separate" thing anyways due to the gameplay letting you exchange limbs, but her body could have kept the tone if they wanted to. I don't think they'll redesign her, in any case.

 

[Lemony1984]

Xenoblade DE sold so well that I think they might hold off on this now and keep the momentum going for XC3. It might be risky to burn all that good will on X, which is a devisive game.

I'd like a Switch version though

 

[GARU]

Xenoblade X was the game that made me fall in love with Open World games. Mira still stands as the best open world I've ever experienced.

Would love to play a version with QOL changes like the ones from XCDE that's also portable so I can actually go for 100%.

 

[Deleted member 42484]

I want it and I'd buy it. I'd hope they give it some QOL improvements.

 

[Beth Cyra]

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It was probably to shock people in a fast way, that's for sure, but I wouldn't have minded if she opened a third eye or grew extra limbs, Stitch style. They had to do the whole "real body is separate" thing anyways due to the gameplay letting you exchange limbs, but her body could have kept the tone if they wanted to. I don't think they'll redesign her, in any case.

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Oh I agree it was probably that.

Honestly I wouldn't have minded any change in design, I love it when characters look different and end vs the beginning.

However taking a dark skinned woman and turning her bright white wasn't the way, like ya said change her up but don't go from PoC to bright as fresh snow.

 

[Gay Bowser]

Xenoblade DE sold so well that I think they might hold off on this now and keep the momentum going for XC3. It might be risky to burn all that good will on X, which is a devisive game.

I'd like a Switch version though

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Oh I definitely think they'll do an original game before another definitive edition. But reading the tea leaves, it seems like they've been working on Xenoblade 3 for A While.

 

[KraytarJ]

I played 90 hrs. on the Wii U and didn't like it a whole lot but I'd be down to give it another chance with XC2 being a thing and knowing that the series won't just be following X.

 

[Shiranui93]

I put 200 hours into that game and 100%ed it. Definitely not buying again, that was more than enough lol.

 

[Baron Von Beans]

Never played any of the Xenoblade games, but I'd buy this in a heartbeat. I really dig the mech design and usage in the gifs and videos I've seen

 

[brinstar]

DONT WORRY ABOUT THE FUTURE ITS ALRIGHT

 

[Deleted member 33533]

Oh I definitely think they'll do an original game before another definitive edition. But reading the tea leaves, it seems like they've been working on Xenoblade 3 for A While.

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Is there something I missed about a Xenoblade 3? People have been talking about it like it's a sure thing lately.

 

[Shinobido Heart]

Xenoblade 2 was my first xenoblade game, then Xenoblade Definitive Edition was my second.

I never got to play xenoblade chronicles X so I would love it if they re-released it. Then..I'll have all the xenoblade games on one system!

 

[affeinvasion]

I had to quit the game in wiiu because the text was infuriating to read. It was so tiny. An upresed version would be much appreciated.

 

[Evil Lucario]

You bet your ass I would. My favorite game in the series!

If there's another limited edition I will be there day zero.

 

[m0therzer0]

Own it on Wii U. Have kept my Wii U hooked up, 'cause I like video games. Would rather spend my $60 on something new than a shinier copy of something I already have.

 

[KtSlime]

If they renewed the graphics, streamlined it, and made a better ending, maybe?

 

[Dnomla]

I would. I get the urge to replay it sometimes, but I'd love an enhanced port instead.