Xenoblade Chronicles X Review (Wii U)

            Despite how amazing the original Xenoblade Chronicles was, the thought of a sequel or successor being created never crossed my mind since the game was so niche. Prior to Operation Rainfall’s attempts to get Xenoblade Chronicles localized in America and Europe, I had never even heard of Tetsuya Takahashi or his previous titles while working under Squaresoft or Namco. But in January of 2013, Monolith Soft revealed Xenoblade Chronicles X in that month’s Nintendo Direct, where it was only known as “X”. It’s been nearly three years since that initial reveal, but the long wait for the game’s release was well worth it.

Xenoblade Chronicles X: My First Impressions

            To start, I’m about 20 hours into the game, and I still have yet to unlock the Skells. I haven’t gotten very far into the story either, having done a lot of sidequesting and exploring. But so far, I firmly believe that Xenoblade Chronicles X is the best game to have come out this year.

Genei Ibun Roku #FE Impressions (Wii U)

Back in 2013, Atlus and Nintendo delivered shocking news: Shin Megami Tensei would receive a crossover with Fire Emblem for the Wii U. But after two years of no information, a Nintendo Direct in April finally showcased more of the game... and immediately made it one of the most controversial entries in both series.

Wii U Impressions

            So I got a Wii U recently, complete with New Super Mario Bros. U and Wind Waker HD.

Xenoblade Chronicles X Impressions

            After all of the stir that Operation Rainfall caused, I came to know about Xenoblade. I eventually gave the game a shot and fell in love. I adored the huge open world environments, combat system, characters, and story. I sunk a grand total of 70 hours into the game. So naturally, I was extremely excited when Xenoblade Chronicles X was unveiled in January 2013’s Nintendo Direct (where it was known only as "X"). The open world and combat system seemed to be making a triumphant return in HD, and it was the biggest reason I wanted to get a Wii U.