Xenoblade: Definitive Plot Details Revealed

A new trailer for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition unveils details about its compelling narrative and characters. The original game concluded with a cliffhanger, but this upcoming release promises added story content, potentially resolving the unresolved ending. Originally launched in 2015 for the Wii U, Xenoblade Chronicles X now makes its way to the Nintendo Switch.

The trailer, titled "The Year is 2054," features Elma, a central protagonist, recounting the events leading to the arrival on Mira. Gameplay footage showcases the adaptation from the Wii U's GamePad functionality to the Nintendo Switch.

The Xenoblade Chronicles series, a JRPG creation by Monolith Soft's Tetsuya Takahashi, is exclusive to Nintendo platforms. The first game's Western release was thanks to the fan-driven Operation Rainfall campaign. The series' success spawned three further entries: Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Xenoblade Chronicles 3, and the spin-off Xenoblade Chronicles X. The XCX: Definitive Edition release completes the series' availability on the Nintendo Switch.

The trailer highlights the 2054 Earth, caught in an intergalactic conflict. Humanity's survival hinges on the White Whale ark, carrying a select few to the planet Mira. However, the Lifehold, a crucial technology keeping most passengers in stasis, is lost during the crash landing. The player's mission is to locate the Lifehold before its power depletes.

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition expands upon the original with new narrative elements. Beyond the main BLADE mission of finding the Lifehold, players explore Mira, deploy probes, and battle diverse creatures to secure humanity's new home.

The Wii U version heavily utilized the GamePad for mapping and interactions. The Switch adaptation streamlines this, transferring GamePad functions to a dedicated menu. A mini-map now resides in the upper-right corner, mirroring other Xenoblade titles. UI elements are integrated onto the main screen, maintaining a clean interface, though this may subtly alter gameplay dynamics compared to the original.