Ys X: Nordics demo just released on Switch

October 14: Heads up for Ys X: Nordics fans – a demo for the game was just released. NIS America is giving Switch owners a taste of the action ahead of the full launch later this month.

The demo provides fast-paced fighting action, powerful offense, and defense in Solo Mode and Duo Mode, charged elemental attacks with Mana Burst, sailing gameplay, battles on land and sea, and more. Additionally, save data from the demo carries over to the full game.

Here’s some information about the title:

Following their tenuous encounter at sea, the young red-haired adventurer Adol Christin and the proud pirate Karja Balta find themselves bound by fate – and the mysterious power of Mana! As they search for a way to undo the mystical ties that bind them, they soon find themselves caught up in a conflict between two factions: the seafaring warriors known as the Normans and the enigmatic and seemingly immortal Griegers. In order to save the people of Obelia Gulf, Adol and Karja must navigate the depths of their unexpected bond and the power that it grants them.

Key Features

• Two Heroes, One Story: Bound by unexpected circumstances, the young adventurer Adol and the Norman pirate Karja must work together to determine the fate of Obelia Gulf and its people.
• Cross Action System: Swap between controlling Adol and Karja independently or together. Combine their unique strengths to overcome enemies, and build up the Revenge Gauge to unleash devastating attacks.
• The Power of Mana: Harness the unique abilities of Mana to overcome challenges. Grapple and slide through dungeons, demolish obstacles, create new platforms, and uncover hidden treasures and critical points.
• Sailor’s Delight: The sailing ship known as the Sandras takes your exploration to new levels. Ocean travel, naval battles, and discovering uncharted islands are all made possible with this seaworthy vessel.

A new demo trailer for Ys X: Nordics is available below.

Demo Trailer

Ys X: Nordics launches for Switch on October 25, 2024. Check out our recent report on the game here.

October 18: A new “Friendship” trailer was just released, which we have below.