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★ DLC Expansion Pass Wave 2 out now!
┗ New Hero: Ino | New Class: Noponic Champion
┗ New Mode: Challenge Battles | New Outfits: Swimsuits
★ List of All Hero Quests | List of All Ascension Quests
┗ Ino's Hero Quest: Champion of the Nopon
★ Best Hero Tier List | Best Arts | Best Classes
A DLC Expansion Pass is available for Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Read on to learn about the price, release date of each volume, and additional content provided in the Expansion Pass, as well as how to buy the DLC!
List of Contents
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| Release Date | July 29, 2022 |
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Consumable Items Nopon Coins Silver ×30 Nopon Coins Gold ×30 |
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Accessories Iron Temple Guard Circlet of Wisdom Silver Belt Auto-Balancer Glass Memory Nopon Strap Fashion Outfit (3 color variants per outfit) |
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There will be new outfits in Volume 1 of the Expansion Pass. Though it does not change the stats of your characters, changing the outfits of your characters allows you to add a unique touch to your party.
How to Customize Your Character
Nopon Coins are a new form of currency in the game that can be used to craft gems or cook food without the need for collecting materials. This content will surely come in handy in the early game since it gives players an easy way to obtain items at the start.
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| Release Date | October 13, 2022 |
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Challenge Battles New Hero Character Ino Additional Hero Quest Swimsuit Outfits (3 color variants per outfit) |
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DLC Expansion Pass Wave 2 Guide
Getting Volume 2 will allow you to recruit the newest DLC Hero named Ino. According to the latest DLC trailer, Ino will have her own Hero Quest, introducing and unlocking a brand new Defender class that you can use called the Noponic Champion.
This brand new DLC will also introduce Challenge Battles. This mode has you clear waves of difficult enemies to earn different raise your rank and earn rewards. Among the rewards is a special type of currency that you can use to buy powerful items!
Aside from the brand new hero and the new game mode, DLC Volume 2 also allows you to unlock and equip new Cosmetic Swimwear. While details have yet to be revealed, the DLC trailer hints that these can probably be earned by raising your rank in Challenge Battles.
| Release Date | April 30, 2023 |
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Challenge Battle Rule Set 2 (Survival) New Hero Character Additional Quests Fashion Outfits (3 color variants per outfit) |
| Release Date | December 31, 2023 |
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| Brand New Story In-Game Scenario and Story Content |
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| Price | $29.99 (USD) £26.99(GBP) |
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The Expansion Pass DLC is currently available for pre-order for USD 29.99/ GBP£26.99. The first volume of content is scheduled to be released on the same day as the game's launch allowing you to enjoy the additional as soon as you start playing.
The Expansion Pass is currently only available for purchase online through the Nintendo Eshop. This can also be accessed in-game upon opening the main menu and selecting Expansion Pass.
Players able to access Nintendo's UK Eshop can also buy both the Exapnsion Pass and the base game as a set for £76.98.
Given that the Espansion Pass DLC includes new Hero Characters, Quests, and story content, purchasing it will surely add extra hours on top of the existing content of Xenoblade Chronicles 3.
So if you have the patience to wait for the release of each wave, purchasing the Expansion Pass DLC will definitely be worth it.
| Xenoblade Chronicles 3 | Xenoblade Chronicles 2 |
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・New useful items ・Fashion Outfits ・Challenge Battle ・New Hero Characters ・New Quests ・Additional Story Contents ・No new gameplay features |
・New useful items ・New gameplay features ・Fashion Outfits ・Challenge Battle ・New Characters ・New Quests ・Additional Story Contents |
The DLC contents of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and 3 are incredibly similar. Though the additional story contents and characters add more complexity, they are not necessary to enjoy the game.
| DLC Content | Description |
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| New useful items for your adventure |
・A large amount of extra money ・Items that are difficult to obtain in the early game. |
| New gameplay features |
・Auto Battle ・Disable Enemy Search ・New Difficulty Levels ・Switching Special Background Music |
| Challenge Battle |
・Battle against specific enemies at a predetermined level within a certain time limit. ・Get rare items as rewards for completion. |
| New Characters |
・Characters from previous games appear. ・3 new playable charactrers were added. ・The new characters added perform well in your party. |
| New Quests | ・20 additional quests, mostly related to companions and NPCs. |
| Additional Story Contents | ・Around 20-30 hours of additional story content (in addition to the 100+ hours of the main story). |
The additional content in the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Expansion Pass adds around 20 to 30 hours of play time to the game. The content added is also set after the events of the main story, so it can be purchased after finishing the game.
DLC Expansion Pass Wave 2 Release Date and Contents
Updated 10/17/2022
Learn more about the DLC Expansion Pass Wave 2 inclusions and how to get it!
Expansion Pass DLC Contents
Updated 10/13/2022
Find out all the contents of Expansion Pass Volume 2 released on Oct. 13, 2022!
Update 1.1.1 Patch Notes
Updated 9/8/2022
Read on for a complete changelog of Xenoblade Chronicles 3's Patch 1.1.1.
Release Date Info
Updated 11/8/2022
Find out the official release date and see a countdown leading up to the game's release!
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Direct
Updated 6/27/2022
All information about the direct right here!
Pre-Order Guide
Updated 8/23/2022
Find out how to Pre-Order Xenoblade Chronicles 3, and what Pre-Order bonuses are available!
Available Platforms
Updated 6/28/2022
Learn more about the platforms available for Xenoblade Chronicles 3!
Collector's Edition Contents
Updated 7/19/2022
Learn more about Special Editions for Xenoblade Chronicles 3!
Does Xenoblade 3 Have a Demo?
Updated 7/12/2022
Find out if Xenoblade Chronicles 3 has a demo available to play, and other relevant info!
How Long to Beat
Updated 9/2/2022
Find out how long to beat Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and more info on its game length!
Does Shulk Make an Appearance?
Updated 7/14/2022
Find out if Shulk from Xenoblade Chronicles makes an appearance in the upcoming game!
Does Pyra Make an Appearance?
Updated 7/15/2022
Find out if Pyra from Xenoblade Chronicles 2 makes an appearance in the upcoming game!
All Trailers and Gameplay Videos
Updated 7/20/2022
Watch all the trailers available for Xenoblade Chronicles 3!
Is Xenoblade Chronicles 3 a Sequel?
Updated 7/29/2022
Find out if Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is a sequel and what order you should play the games!
New and Returning Features
Updated 6/27/2022
See all the new features added to Xenoblade Chronicles 3 as well as returning features from previous games!
How to Preload and Start Date
Updated 6/22/2022
Find out how to download the game in advance!
English ＆ Japanese Voice Actors and Cast
Updated 8/2/2022
See all the talented voice actors and composers who made the game possible!
Does Xenoblade 3 Have Multiplayer?
Updated 6/26/2022
Find out about any news regarding multiplayer in Xenoblade 3!
Does Xenoblade 3 Have Gacha Systems?
Updated 6/27/2022
Find out if Xenoblade Chronicles 3 will have gacha systems implemented as part of its gameplay!
DLC Guide: Is the Expansion Pass Worth It?
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