Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Hits Switch in March

Nintendo is set to release Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition for the Nintendo Switch on March 20, 2025. This re-release of the 2015 Wii U RPG from Monolith Software promises enhanced visuals and brand new story elements. Set in a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by intergalactic war, players will take control of a member of Blade, tasked with helping humanity rebuild after a catastrophic alien conflict. The game allows players to explore the vast world of Mira, utilizing powerful giant robots known as Skells to navigate the environment and combat challenges.

What new features can players expect in Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition?

Players can look forward to enhanced graphics, new story elements, and likely improved gameplay mechanics that take advantage of the Switch's capabilities.

Xenoblade Chronicles X originally released on Wii U has been recognized for its expansive open-world gameplay and deep RPG mechanics. This upcoming Definitive Edition aims to revive interest in the title, leveraging the success of previous Wii U ports that found new life on the more popular Nintendo Switch platform. As Nintendo prepares for its next console iteration, known as the Switch 2, these strategic re-releases help maintain player engagement and excitement in the market.