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Digital Foundry published a new analysis for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 today. The resolution and frame rate were both examined in-depth along with improvements from Xenoblade Chronicles X.

One thing to discuss out of the gate is Xenoblade Chronicles 2’s resolution. Ultimately, the game runs at 720p when docked. Some have thought that a dynamic resolution could be employed, but that doesn’t seem to be the case. Digital Foundry believes the confusion lies in a heavy use of anti-aliasing, which can make image quality blurry.

We previously posted an unboxing video for Europe’s Xenoblade Chronicles 2 limited edition. We now have the North American equivalent. See the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Special Edition unboxed below.

Nintendo has published the official launch trailer for Xenoblade Chronicles 2. Get a look at the video below.

Nintendo World Report just wrapped up a live stream showcasing over two hours of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 footage. Check out the full recording below.

Xenoblade Chronicles X

A couple of Wii U games released by Nintendo have made the jump to Switch thus far. Early on we’ve seen Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Pokken Tournament DX on the new console.

If Monolith Soft president Tesuya Takahashi had his way, another Wii U title would head to Switch. In an interview with 4Gamer, Takahashi expressed interest in having Xenoblade Chronicles X on the system.

Nintendo UK community manager James Bowden caught up with JRPG enthusiast, streamer, and speed-runner Alexander ‘Bowie’ Pett to show off the areas of Uraya and Mor Ardain in Xenoblade Chronicles 2. Watch the footage below.

Now that Nintendo has lifted the embargo, some of the first reviews are coming in for Xenoblade Chronicles 2. We’ve rounded up a few of the early verdicts below.

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is finally out tomorrow, and it looks like Monolith Soft saved the biggest rare Blade reveal till the end – KOS-MOS Re: from Xenosaga. This likely doesn’t have any real story significance, but it’s a nice nod to the series’ roots nonetheless. KOS-MOS Re: is voiced by Mariko Suzuki, who also voiced her in the Xenosaga games. Similarly, her Blade design was done by Kunihiko Tanaka, who was also the character designer in the Xenosaga games. Below is her summoning sequence:

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When Xenoblade Chronicles 2 launches on Friday, it’ll come with a day-one update. The RPG will have a 1.1.0 patch.

The update involves the following:

– “Event Theater” function added to watch cut-scenes
– Ability to receive content from Expansion Pass added; “Expansion Pass” added to the main menu where you can receive items
– Game balance adjusted
– Various fixes to improve gameplay

A pair of unboxing videos have come in for Xenoblade Chronicles 2. The first shows off the European collector’s edition while the second offers a look at the Switch Pro Controller. Check out both unboxings below.


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