Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition - Nintendo Switch

Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition

Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition is the ultimate version of one of the greatest JRPGs ever made, developed by Monolith Soft and published by Nintendo exclusively for Nintendo Switch. Set on the frozen bodies of two colossal titans — the Bionis and the Mechonis — Xenoblade Chronicles follows Shulk and his friends as they battle the mechanical Mechon army and uncover the mysteries of the legendary Monado sword. With a breathtaking open world, a deeply emotional story, and one of the finest battle systems in JRPG history, Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition is an essential Nintendo Switch title.

An Unforgettable World — The Bionis & Mechonis

Xenoblade Chronicles is set across one of gaming's most awe-inspiring worlds — the vast, living bodies of two petrified titans locked in eternal battle. Explore the sweeping grasslands of Gaur Plain, the luminous depths of Eryth Sea, the towering heights of Valak Mountain, and dozens of other breathtaking environments that stretch across the Bionis and Mechonis. The world is enormous, seamlessly connected, and filled with secrets, hidden areas, and stunning vistas that reward exploration at every turn.

A Story of Fate, Loss & Destiny

Xenoblade Chronicles tells one of the most emotionally powerful stories in JRPG history — a tale of revenge, friendship, sacrifice, and the nature of fate itself. Shulk's journey from a young mechanic in Colony 9 to the wielder of the Monado is filled with shocking twists, heartbreaking moments, and a finale that ranks among the most memorable in gaming. The Definitive Edition's remastered cutscenes and re-recorded English voice cast bring the story to life with greater clarity and emotion than ever before.

Deep Real-Time Battle System

Xenoblade Chronicles' battle system is one of the most rewarding in JRPG history — combining real-time movement and auto-attacks with a rich system of Arts (special abilities) that must be strategically timed and chained for maximum effect. Shulk's unique Monado Arts let him see and alter the future, adding a thrilling tactical dimension to combat. Managing the party's positioning, Break-Topple-Launch-Smash combo chains, and Talent Arts creates a deeply satisfying combat experience that rewards mastery.

Definitive Edition Enhancements & Future Connected

The Definitive Edition features fully remastered visuals, a re-recorded and expanded soundtrack, a streamlined UI, and new quality-of-life improvements throughout. Also included is Future Connected — a brand new epilogue story set one year after the main game's ending, following Shulk and Melia on a new adventure in a previously unexplored region of the Bionis.

• Platform: Nintendo Switch (Exclusive)
• Genre: Action JRPG / Open World
• Developer: Monolith Soft | Publisher: Nintendo
• Mode: Single-Player
• Includes: Full remastered game + Future Connected epilogue
• Features: Vast open world, emotional story, deep Arts battle system, Monado future sight, remastered visuals & soundtrack, new epilogue