All articles tagged with #xenoblade chronicles
An opinion piece argues Nintendo franchises could shine as Warriors-style games, spotlighting Xenoblade Chronicles and Kirby as top picks and citing the Zelda-focused Hyrule Warriors as proof of market appeal, while also noting other potential candidates (Mario, Pokémon, Pikmin, Metroid, Splatoon, Animal Crossing, etc.) that could be explored in future spin-offs.
Online speculation about a new Xenoblade Chronicles project being released in 2026 has surged after voice actor Caitlin Thorburn’s Spotlight profile seemingly references the title; there is no official confirmation from Nintendo or Monolith Soft, and past similar leaks have occurred before major reveals, so this remains an unverified rumor for now.
A Spotlight listing for voice actor Caitlin Thorburn hints at a 2026 Xenoblade Chronicles project, with her credited role as Kos Mos; while unconfirmed and possibly not publicly accessible, the page fuels talk of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 revival or a Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch 2, echoing previous actor leaks in the series.
A feature ranks every definitive Xenoblade Chronicles game (excluding 3D and the original X), with Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed at the top and Xenoblade Chronicles: Future Connected at the bottom. The list praises the Definitive Edition remaster and Xenoblade 3 for its scope and narrative, notes Xenoblade Chronicles X’s vast open world and Xenoblade Chronicles 2’s tutorials and performance quirks, and suggests newcomers start with the Definitive Edition for a strong entry point.
A character on the soap opera 'Days of Our Lives' name-dropped the Nintendo game Xenoblade Chronicles, sparking interest among fans and highlighting a rare instance of a Nintendo franchise being referenced in a TV show.
Nintendo has acquired full ownership of Monolith Soft, the studio behind the Xenoblade Chronicles series, by purchasing the remaining shares previously held by the studio's co-founders. This acquisition was completed sometime in the past few months, as Nintendo's share increased from 96% to 100%. Monolith Soft has been instrumental in developing several Nintendo titles, including contributions to The Legend of Zelda and Splatoon series. Their upcoming release, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, is set for March 2025 on the Nintendo Switch.
Kenji Hiramatsu, one of the main composers of the Xenoblade Chronicles series, has shared a message expressing that "it's time for a fresh start" after working on Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Hiramatsu reflects on his work and the challenges he faced, stating that the release of the soundtracks will serve as another source of inspiration. He treasures the love and support from fans and looks forward to finding new sources of creativity in the future.