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Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition

New Content and Differences from the Wii U Version

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★ Missions: Normal | Basic | Affinity
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Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition - New Features and Changes

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition will feature new changes, quality-of-life improvements, and added content. See a list of new features for the upcoming release and its differences from the Wii U version.

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Differences from the Wii U Version

HUD and UI Improvements

HUD and UI Improvements

Wii U footage on the left, Switch version on the right.

HUD elements have been upscaled, improving the readability of the text shown on screen. This has been a complaint for most players, so the definitive edition has taken steps to improve player experience.

Extended Level Cap

The previous editions of Xenoblade Chronicles X capped the level at 60, halting progress for long-time players. With the addition of new content, the character level cap has been increased to 99, allowing players to progress further in order to enjoy the new endgame.

What is the Max Level?

Removed BLADE Level

BLADE Level is no longer in the definitive edition of the game. You can still choose BLADE Divisions and earn Division rewards, but they will have little impact on your game progress.

Best Division to Choose

New Content and Features

New Epilogue Content

New Epilogue Content
A new Chapter to the story mode of Xenoblade Chronicles X has been added in the definitive edition. These newly added epilogue missions will give closure and new context for the game's original ending.

All Chapters Guide (Story Missions)

Character Customization

Character Customization

Unlike the original version, the definitive edition will give players the option to customize the appearance of their character. Players can set custom names, change their hairstyles, and add face paint to their characters, adding a personal touch to your new playthrough.

Character Creation Guide

Follow Ball Improvements

Improved Follow Ball

The Follow Ball has been improved, guiding players to their quest destination. This is extremely useful for players who want assistance when navigating Mira.

World Map and All Locations

Four New Characters

Two New Characters in Xenoblade Chronicles X

There are four new characters for the definitive edition: Neilnail, Liesel, Ga Jiarg, and Al.

You can recruit these characters by completing their respective Missions. Al, in particular, will be unlocked in the Epilogue.

List of All Characters

New Skells

Hraesvelg
Players will see new Skells available for them to pilot. These new additions include Hraesvelg, a Skell that wields a katana-like sword.

Best Skells Tier List

Return of Online Multiplayer

Just like the Wii U Version, online content in Xenoblade Chronicles X will be available via Nintendo Online. New activities include Squad Tasks, Online Missions, and Global Nemesis Battles.

Online Multiplayer Guide

New Combat Features

Quick Cooldown

Quick Recast
Quick Cooldown is an added mechanic to the combat of Xenoblade Chronicles, allowing players to spend auxiliary energy to cast skills that are still on cooldown. This speeds up the pace of the battle and improves DPS.

What is Auxiliary Energy?

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1 Anonymous Anonymous 6 months

Pretty sure you could customize your character to the exact same extent as the wii u version, not sure why it's listed as a brand new change

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