I really like how you talk about the music in many of the games you review. Music is so important to the setting and atmosphere and can often be overlooked by many players as just a background thing. I also like that I can trust your reviews to be family friendly (I got kids who might be interested in some of these games). You are now my favorite reviewer.
Why watch other reviews when you have this man,hes the best and a real gamer who knows his stuff not like many bandwagon youtubers that doit for the hype
I appreciate that. He did that for Trials of Mana where he talks about music a little. For me, music soundtracks are a big plus in a game too. Its part of the aesthetics of enjoying it long after the game is done.
I was one of the staff members of Operation Rainfall, and, I'll tell ya, it was worth every moment campaigning for this game (it's my fave of the 3 games). Actually, I can't believe they added even more game to this, because, doing almost everything, this game on Wii took me over 210 hours to beat (in 2 months' time). This is definitely among my favorite JRPGs in the last ten years. Can't wait for my Definitive Works Set to get here. This masterpiece will benefit from any cleaning up it's gotten. Can't wait!
I stopped my 3ds playthrough around 13 hours in.... because this was announced. I'm glad I held off. It looks amazing and this year has been kind of light for big releases :).
Came here after the IGN review and I gotta point out all the ways in which you're a better reviewer than an entire company: 0:15 I enjoy the disclaimer for reassurance, although quite frankly it's the least you can do as a reviewer. This game is beautiful blind. 0:36 It's impressive that a reviewer knows this. Also very good because now I know what kind of reviewer I'm listening to. You seem to have enjoyed the original and it's good to hear the review of somebody who knows how the remaster has changed the game. 1:07 This is all in all a level headed take on the original, and I couldn't agree more. All in all, you seem to agree more with what people loved about this game (and also didn't love), and addressing changes to them. I think that's exactly how you should be reviewing a remaster. 2:17 This segment is great 2:54 Case in point of how to review a remaster. "They changed this, and I think you'll enjoy it even more than before" 3:34 This is again a pretty great synopsis of the setting. Not much about the story itself, but that's good. 5:16 Again, something really useful to talk about, thank you 6:07 Now referring to other entries in the series, and making comparisons, I like this. I'm also glad to hear you say that, considering IGN can't understand the skill tree system. 6:35 Features brought over from XC2 are not discussed in IGN's awful review, so you get points for that. 8:07 I'm impressed that you aren't showing footage from it, a bunch of it is spoiler territory after all. 8:51 In a weird way you complimenting the game like this just reassures to me that you played it. After watching this review I'm questioning whether I liked it because I agreed with it, or because I thought it was a good review, but mostly I just think that it was great because you justified your views on the game in some way whenever you talked about them. It's refreshing to hear an rpg fan talk to rpg fans about this game, I'm so hyped for my fourth playthrough of my favorite game ever.
I'm not really into JRPGs but this game grabbed my like no other. I'm 25 hours in and I'm taking my time and absorbing this amazing world. If you are not sure I would say go for it, you have nothing to lose but might find a masterpiece.
This game kind of sneaked up on me. I bought this game with zero knowledge of xenoblade whatsoever. The only thing i knew about it was shulk being the main character, knowing him from smash bros. I had completely different expectations, thinking this was an action rpg. At the start i was kind off dissapointed thinking 'MMO mechanics in a single player rpg, tf ? I thought i had just spent my money on a game i was going to hate. I told myself i'm still going to keep on playing for at least 10h just to see where it takes me. Now, somewhere in those 10 hours i started to love this game and i don't even know what the tipping point was ! I'm 30h in now and can't even stop thinking about it while i'm not playing. Great game, fully recommend to any rpg/jrpg fan !
I will never understand how this channel has not got a bigger fan base but at the same time I love the little community Jonny has built. Another great upload keep them coming!
I have watched you for a very long time, and never commented. I just wanted to let you know, you are the man! I always look forward to your reviews and you are one of the only reviewers I trust. I see and here your enthusiasm for the games you play, even the ones you don't care for. You find a way to make each review special and for that I thank you.
as someone who played the original, i actually prefer the original music. but the remake is also good, Everything about this game is good no matter what.
I'm a newbie enjoying it for the first time. And I absolutely love it so far, I'm in chapter 4. The battling confused me at first, but the game is just so forgiving and it wants you to understand what you're doing, so I never got too frustrated by it and it finally clicked. It's been an absolute blast overall and back tracking and collecting stuff has been a real joy too.
I 100% agree. The problem is alot of gamers nowadays want everything more simplistic. I bought Physicals for Torna and XB2, Played Torna first loved it and currently playing 2. In my opinion playing Torna first is a better way to view the story. I'm getting this, But not sure how this can be compared to the other two with no blade system? I doubt i'll like this better, But still can't wait to see how it all started..
it a old 3ds game... it mean it going take very long time to play and boring.... roting your brain... and i want the X one that only in Wii U... just made switch one already...
@@campkira Actually it was created for the nintendo wii and ported to the 3ds. I'd also love to try X but this game is held up as one of the greatest jrpgs ever made so i'm very excited to check it out :).
This is a good review. Personally I like the combat and customization in Xenoblade 2 better but am so far enjoying the story in #1 more. I legit am not sure what is coming next in the game and I like the suspense. In Xenoblade 2, I felt like I knew what was coming up way too much.
This month has a been a freaking monster on my wallet with all the rpgs releasing starting off w/ ff7r then trails of mana . All the borderlands games remastered comes out 5/29 and then Outer Worlds On 6/5 I need more money... I’m still not finish dq 11
Take a break from spending dude. Beat the games you have backlogged & that will give you plenty of time to enjoy those games & the new games will drop in price (probably) by then
@@francesfuego6950 lol definitely hold off on borderlands and outer worlds. Those are big games and they're 3rd party so more likely to go on sale in the future. Try to finish the games you have first :).
I bought Xenoblade 2 when it dropped a few years ago. Being a videogame collector, I have had so mamy games distract me over the years. So I never got around to playing XBC2. Then Torna dropped, and I couldn't have one game without the other. Around that time i Began to work XBC2 into my schedule, then Nintendo announced The Definitive Edition of Xenoblade Chronicles. So back onto the back-burner they went. Now, in 2 days, Ill be starting my journey with Xenoblade 1. I fully intend on going through the entirety of what Xenoblade on the Switch has to offer. Im so excited.
When I played the game first on the 3DS I wanted it to never end. I feared the ending because it was SO good! Yes, this game is magical and if you want to have an experience that changes you you've got to play this game. It's my all-time favourite.
If I was forced to only pick 5 RPG's (American AND Japanese) to take on a deserted island (where the island somehow had a tv and electricity) this game would definitely be one of them.
Overwhelming amount? We're in the middle of the longest drought of good games in Nintendo's history. It's sad when a port of a 10 year old game is the only thing worth getting mildly excited about on the Switch.
I absolutely adore Xenoblade for the Wii. I'm sure it's amazing on the Switch, but I don't think I could ever put in another 100+ hours into an experience I already had - as great as it was.
@@joaoaraujo9629 muito top mesmo, deixei a minha ps4 de lado desde 2019 por causa da switch, tou a acabar final fanatasy 8 e logo a seguir vou começar o xenoblade chronicles 2 lmao, a lista é infinita mesmo
I’m so glad I managed to snag a copy of the collector’s edition here in the UK. I can’t wait to receive the vinyl soundtrack that comes included in the set!!
Me too (though I live in Sweden), and I don´t even own anything to play that soundtrack on, but just to have it as a "show piece" is enough for me. Looking forward to spend another 150h+ in this game!
All all the US gets is an awkwardly shaped art book... I really wish size and shapes of books were more standardized... My book collection looks so messy even though they are neatly arranged...
I gave this a chance on the "New" 3DS, and for some reason I just lost interest. But now it's been re-released and given some quality of life changes, and the oppotunity to play it on a big screen TV, I'm giving this another shot. It's extremely rare that I give a game another chance.
Some keys. 1.) change playable character often . It switches up game play as each character plays unique. 2.) don’t just play mmo triangle for your party ( tank dps healer) multiple different make ups work extremely well also healer is probably least useful character in game
Got this coming tomorrow. Can't wait to get my hands on it. Completed Xenoblade Chronicles 2 it was a masterpiece, can't wait to finally play Xenoblade as it should have been from the Wii days.
Got the game on release, never played the original edition but I'm loving it already and learning the combat was hard at first but felt so satisfying finally figuring it out. I'm very excited for what the rest of the game has is store 😁
I am happy to play this game for the first time, I never got the luxury to do that before. I've been a fan of the Xeno series forever. I actually love XC2 so I'm excited to play this.
I’m playing it on switch lite it looks way better then i expected and I’ve had no slow down or problems yet . Also I think they did a good job teaching you everything in this game . A lot of stuff but like John said it’s not that hard to pick up .
Just finish this game few days ago and I gotta say. Can't believe this game originally came out so many years ago in wii and 3DS. Such an ambitious open world game with great story, music, combat mechanics and character. 10/10 well worth it. From someone who just finished XC2 few months ago.
I agree with you, honestly I couldn't get into Xenoblade 2, people kept telling me it gets better half way through but I'm not going to spend over 30 hours for the game to get enjoyable, however xenoblade chronicles 1 is an amazing game. I played it for the Wii and I absolutely loved it, from gameplay to story and now with reimagined graphics, I'll deff pick this up once I'm ride of my giant backlog of games and after TLOU2.
Loved XC2. Never played the original so looking forward to it. Bought the European collectors edition. Loving the fact it comes with a vinyl soundtrack. So jealous you got your hands on this early. You lucky bugger. Will be doing a review and unboxing on my channel this weekend.
XC2 is an alright game, but it has a lot of problems. XC1, however, is a genuine masterpiece, I envy the fact that you get to experience this game for the first time!
You’re not gonna be disappointed. This one is better than Xenoblade 2. two is a great game but this one is so much better. This is my favorite game of all time.
This is the best review I've seen of this game. I'm definitely getting this edition, will be my first time playing it as a new player into the franchise. I'M REALLY FEELING IT
Only just picked this up, can’t say I’ve played much JRPG’s, but this game really blindsided me. Cannot put it down, the story is so captivating and the gameplay loop is really fun!
I played the original when it came out not knowing much about it and it quickly became one of, if not my favourite game ever; I love everything about it, the exploration, the combat, the characters, the story, the soundtrack. I got it again on the switch and I still love it as much as when i first played it.
Wasn't the Wii version of this game like really rare or something? I remember the Wii version being over $100 because there were a very limited amount of copies for the U.S.
@Jonathan Soko several GameStop employees revealed that throughout forums (if they are to be believed, as there's no hard proof other than the fact that more than one person was confirming).
@Jonathan Soko it was true man. And besides, whyy wouldn't they do that? Why sell a item worth 100 plus for 50 dollars? (I got mine new for 50 bucks. Preordered)
Super excited for this to unlock on Friday. It’s going to be so good to return to XB1 with all the new content. I imagine it will remain my favorite in the Xenoblade series.
I only got 20 hours out of 2 because my progression was gated by an ability of Poppis.. because I didnt level her up enough so Im a little hesitant to try another in the series thats not on sale
I thought that the exploration was a blast, but the gameplay was a huge step down from the original, as were the story, art style, and characters. Plus, I much prefer having a main character with a design and a personality over a stand in OC. I would be curious to see an X2 that irons out a lot of the original's kinks, though.
I love how you review games. You have a way in pumping up the interest and really going in simple details about the reasons a game is worth playing. You did it for Trails of Cold Steel, Trials of Mana Remake, and FF7 Remake! Great review. Finally, now I wanna be one of the new player to get into this game! It reminds me of FF12 where you're just out there in the open world exploring and I like that aspect and deep storyline. Sweet! Thank goodness I got myself a switch! The soundtrack sounds nice!
It's been a while since i watched one of your videos. Excited to pick this up. I just beat XB2 and was almost in tears at the end because of how impactful it was on me. If XB1 is anything close, i am sure i will fall in love all over again. thanks for being so positive!
I literally paid for this game three times. $90 on Wii. $40 on 3ds. Unfortunately I couldn’t find the collectors edition copy $60 for the switch version. I never do that for a game if I still own the console.
is it that good/worth it? How does it fare compared to these JRPGS I've played - FF10 ps2, Star Ocean ps2, Persona 4 Golden Vita, FF CC Wii, FFXIII ps3, Dragon Quest 11 Switch I've never played a Xeno Saga/blade game
Can't Park Jihyo She's a Train It is worth it. I suggest that you get a guide online for beginners. There is a lot to learn but it does guide you, having played the new one for about four hours now. All those games that you mentioned are absolutely fantastic. I’ve played all of those games except for final fantasy 13. I think it has a better story than all of them that you mentioned and you will love the characters, by the time you’re 1/4 through. The combat is different and has a more action deal. I was initially taken back when I first played this because I love traditional JRPGs. The switch version is a lot more easier to get into then Wii version. Dragon quest 11 is my second favorite game of all time. Understanding the combat and using the guide until you get to the first boss is key to knowing what to do. You will get sucked in by the story. You’re always learning something new as the game progresses. The switch version guides you pretty well. This is my favorite game of all time. There is some nostalgia in it for me. Dragon Quest 11 in such a close second.
I honestly couldn’t find it either, if you look at Walmart’s site and search xenoblade chronicles, the second option down is the works set. And they ship it to you. It’s still in stock, I just checked.
Kenneth Felipe gotcha. I wasn’t sure if you wanted the works set or not, I was just letting you know if you wanted to purchase it. Either way it’s a stellar game!
Funny how I decided to marathon the xeno series a month ago. I'm currently in disk 2 of xenogears! Well you did tell me about this series years ago. Just weird coincidence that I'm marathoning it when this comes out
Well, I'm a first time player of this game. 30 hours in, and it has been since Breath Of The Wild and Octopath Traveler that I have wanted to KEEP playing a game, after that amount of time, because I was so excited about it. You nailed this video! Great review!
Thanks for all these great reviews and videos. I discovered your channel a few months back and really enjoy watching with my son. Again, great channel :)
Didn't have the time to play the original on the Wii when it first came out even though i own it, when i finally got around to it years later i just couldn't stomach the resolution anymore and stopped playing after a few hours. Same for the 3DS version. I really can't wait to finally experience the game with updated visuals, the newly arranged music sounds amazing as well.
Tears , tear , tears. I Just spend hours this game on Wii version. Now my gameplay about 20h is one of best Jrpg game ever made 6/5. An that feeling u start playing this game! Awesome music!
Your reviews are great. Pretty much sold me on the game. I played part of the original but never beat it. This looks like a great way to take on this classic again. I really hope the sidequest system is as streamlined as you make it out to be. It became very overwhelming in the original.
@@kylerobinson6102 tbh if I was to assume, you may have not liked it because X pulls some complex topics which the usual gamers would think it as boring.
@@kylerobinson6102 also a shame you didn't get into the game because actually as the story goes down, it gets more interesting. Much more interesting than XC2.
Thank you for this video, as it came at the perfect time. I never played the original, so I pre ordered this. I started to hear the negatives and started to question my decision. My fears are now put to rest and I look forward to playing this game.
I started playing it on the 3ds but with a concept like this, exploring gigantic dead creatures... feels like a game that should be played on a tv with nice graphics. Can't wait to check out the definitive edition :).
Some people complain about the more anime look for the characters. To me it feels natural, since all of the other Xeno series games are hugely anime-styled.
Just picked it up today, played through a bunch of the Wii version but never finished it (was also turned off by the blurriness back then) can't wait to dive back in
I can't believe I didn't notice it before... But is that "Lagoon" behind you? I can honestly say as a kid I loved that game. Looking back now there are so many problems with it but for some reason it's very nostalgic for me. Kudos sir!
@The Ostrich It's precisely because I have a job that I know the value of money. You're likely a little kid who has never worked in their life, or a Nintendo fanboy who defends everything Nintendo does like a little bitch. Which are you?
@@Benjamillion Reasonable price? This is a remaster of a 10 year old game at full price. If EA or Activision did this they would rightfully get shitted on. But because it's Nintendo the fanboy lapdogs defend it. You corporate fanboys are sad.
Preordered day the collector's was announced. This is the VERY FEW times I was very excited for a rerelease of a game. When I played it for the Wii, I could not stop thinking how gorgeous the game was, but wanted a HD version of it. I remember alot of people based me back then saying graphics are not everything. But I wasn't talking about that. I felt the game deserved to be seen with a certain fidelity because the world was so gorgeous. Oh, and forget about the music pfft! Plains? Satorl Marsh night? You ALL know what I am talking about! Got the collector's yesterday! Can' wait to try it!
Awesome stuff, thanks for the review. I heard some bad stuff about the resolution on handheld mode but I think I'm gonna be picking this one up for sure.
Thank you very much for the sharing! Glad to know Nintendo shows the hidden map 10 years after the 1st release. Prouldly being a memeber of the creative team, Xenoblade is the largest world map concept I ever involved during the 25 years working for the game industry. Hope you enjoy it and a salut to Takahashi, Mistsuda and all amazing fellows in Nintendo/Monolith. T.K. 4th June2020
Starting 2 1/2 years ago on the Wii (I actually found a physical copy for around $50) and then restarting and finishing on Switch, this game was worth the time and effort. All that's left for me is Future Connected, and after that, I might New Game+ after a while to get the last 10 achievements I need.
I'm certainly going to give it a try. I really hated the 3Ds port, but I loved Xenoblade 2 a whole lot. The QOL improvements they made here should sell me I hope
I put in 800+ hours in XC2, and 1,200 in XCX... Oddly, I own XC on Wii, 3DS, and Wii U, yet I've never played it... Life stuff was always happening around those times... Looking forward to FINALLY playing it... Pick up my collectors edition tomorrow...
Really glad we got the Collector's Set here in Europe. I did an unboxing, if anyone wants to check! I'm a bit disappointed that it didn't come with a music CD, I don't have a vinyl player!
I might be an exception but I picked up on the system pretty quickly, and now that I've put 60 hours into it it kinda hurts to watch people just not get the combat at all lol
I only played Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and some of the early Xenogears games. I loved XC2. I never bought a Wii and I am so excited to finally play the first one. I have it being shipped to me on launch day.
Honestly the QoL changes made this game even more enjoyable to play. Trading is much easier to understand and find what you are looking for, the person you are looking for and the item orbs! The item orbs usually ate up a good hour or two whenever I was missing a couple for a quest or the Collectopedia.
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I really like how you talk about the music in many of the games you review. Music is so important to the setting and atmosphere and can often be overlooked by many players as just a background thing. I also like that I can trust your reviews to be family friendly (I got kids who might be interested in some of these games). You are now my favorite reviewer.
Why watch other reviews when you have this man,hes the best and a real gamer who knows his stuff not like many bandwagon youtubers that doit for the hype
@Josh derp That may be true for some games, but story focused games can be so much better with the right music.
Agree music such an important part of gaming . I still remember the music in all the old games I use to play
I appreciate that. He did that for Trials of Mana where he talks about music a little. For me, music soundtracks are a big plus in a game too. Its part of the aesthetics of enjoying it long after the game is done.
Josh derp wow, 0 soul
I was one of the staff members of Operation Rainfall, and, I'll tell ya, it was worth every moment campaigning for this game (it's my fave of the 3 games). Actually, I can't believe they added even more game to this, because, doing almost everything, this game on Wii took me over 210 hours to beat (in 2 months' time). This is definitely among my favorite JRPGs in the last ten years. Can't wait for my Definitive Works Set to get here. This masterpiece will benefit from any cleaning up it's gotten. Can't wait!
You My friend, are my hero for bringing to the US what is now my favorite game of all time
Thank you so much for your amazing campaign.
100%-ing the base game took me about 160 hours.
Thank you :')
Thank you, and thank you for The Last Story and Pandora’s Tower too. I loved all three, you guys did a superb job.
The only game (officially announced) I was anticipating for my switch all year. I’m definitely not disappointed in my first hour.
@George Jones he said he wasnt
I’m ready to experience this game and it’s story all over again.
I like your attitude
yeah you had no life...
I stopped my 3ds playthrough around 13 hours in.... because this was announced. I'm glad I held off. It looks amazing and this year has been kind of light for big releases :).
Whats it like being the son of thor?
@@itsaxel8088 let's show em a thing or three
Came here after the IGN review and I gotta point out all the ways in which you're a better reviewer than an entire company:
0:15 I enjoy the disclaimer for reassurance, although quite frankly it's the least you can do as a reviewer. This game is beautiful blind.
0:36 It's impressive that a reviewer knows this. Also very good because now I know what kind of reviewer I'm listening to. You seem to have enjoyed the original and it's good to hear the review of somebody who knows how the remaster has changed the game.
1:07 This is all in all a level headed take on the original, and I couldn't agree more. All in all, you seem to agree more with what people loved about this game (and also didn't love), and addressing changes to them. I think that's exactly how you should be reviewing a remaster.
2:17 This segment is great
2:54 Case in point of how to review a remaster. "They changed this, and I think you'll enjoy it even more than before"
3:34 This is again a pretty great synopsis of the setting. Not much about the story itself, but that's good.
5:16 Again, something really useful to talk about, thank you
6:07 Now referring to other entries in the series, and making comparisons, I like this. I'm also glad to hear you say that, considering IGN can't understand the skill tree system.
6:35 Features brought over from XC2 are not discussed in IGN's awful review, so you get points for that.
8:07 I'm impressed that you aren't showing footage from it, a bunch of it is spoiler territory after all.
8:51 In a weird way you complimenting the game like this just reassures to me that you played it.
After watching this review I'm questioning whether I liked it because I agreed with it, or because I thought it was a good review, but mostly I just think that it was great because you justified your views on the game in some way whenever you talked about them. It's refreshing to hear an rpg fan talk to rpg fans about this game, I'm so hyped for my fourth playthrough of my favorite game ever.
Yea I'd suggest sticking with John he actually puts effort into his reviews unlike those asshats at IGN
Fix your English.
@@Gankstomper ??? What part of that wasn't English?
I'm not really into JRPGs but this game grabbed my like no other. I'm 25 hours in and I'm taking my time and absorbing this amazing world. If you are not sure I would say go for it, you have nothing to lose but might find a masterpiece.
Awesome 🎉👍
I already have it on Wii and 3ds... But a good game can't be bought enough times.
This game kind of sneaked up on me. I bought this game with zero knowledge of xenoblade whatsoever. The only thing i knew about it was shulk being the main character, knowing him from smash bros. I had completely different expectations, thinking this was an action rpg. At the start i was kind off dissapointed thinking 'MMO mechanics in a single player rpg, tf ? I thought i had just spent my money on a game i was going to hate. I told myself i'm still going to keep on playing for at least 10h just to see where it takes me. Now, somewhere in those 10 hours i started to love this game and i don't even know what the tipping point was ! I'm 30h in now and can't even stop thinking about it while i'm not playing. Great game, fully recommend to any rpg/jrpg fan !
I will never understand how this channel has not got a bigger fan base but at the same time I love the little community Jonny has built. Another great upload keep them coming!
I have watched you for a very long time, and never commented. I just wanted to let you know, you are the man! I always look forward to your reviews and you are one of the only reviewers I trust. I see and here your enthusiasm for the games you play, even the ones you don't care for. You find a way to make each review special and for that I thank you.
One of the best stories in a game I have played.
@@capcomfan82 xenogears and xenosaga series is far superior... but as far as modern jrpgs go, xenoblade chronicles is not too shabby.
as someone who played the original, i actually prefer the new music.
as someone who played the original, i actually prefer the original music.
but the remake is also good, Everything about this game is good no matter what.
I'm a newbie enjoying it for the first time. And I absolutely love it so far, I'm in chapter 4. The battling confused me at first, but the game is just so forgiving and it wants you to understand what you're doing, so I never got too frustrated by it and it finally clicked. It's been an absolute blast overall and back tracking and collecting stuff has been a real joy too.
Man, on XC 2 once everything clicks, the battle system is top notch. Can’t wait to replay this on the Switch.
I 100% agree. The problem is alot of gamers nowadays want everything more simplistic. I bought Physicals for Torna and XB2, Played Torna first loved it and currently playing 2. In my opinion playing Torna first is a better way to view the story. I'm getting this, But not sure how this can be compared to the other two with no blade system? I doubt i'll like this better, But still can't wait to see how it all started..
@@ryanjackson7387 dude it is 100 times better than 2, 2 isnt even that great
XC2 sucked ass tbh, it was a mess
@@tomifiend yes, only thing it had going was gameplay was fun and music was good that's it
I agree, once I figure out the combos in XC2, the gameplay significantly more fun
Torna: the Golden Country was my favorite, regarding gameplay and the fight mechanics. It felt like more fun in that version.
I love you
Might be because your team setup is already perfect with all the blades.
10/10 must buy JRPG. Arguably the best on switch.
It's the only game I've ever played where people describe how far they are by pointing to a body part.
I can't wait to get my hands on my copy! I never played the original so I'm glad I finally can 😁
I'm glad for you! Hope you enjoy it 🥳
Soooo good
Ashara Mahariel me too! I was actually holding off on playing 2 and the other part of 2 until i can play this
meee too..
Yeah dude I enjoyed 2 so so much and have to get this game 😫
I have to say Johnny, it's always nice to see uploads from you in these dark times. Your videos bring a lot of positivity to the gaming community!
well.. princess zelda dont say bullshit i tell you that :D
never played this game, I want It, SOLD
It is worth playing TRUST ME
@@art2norrman872 im sure of it
it a old 3ds game... it mean it going take very long time to play and boring.... roting your brain... and i want the X one that only in Wii U... just made switch one already...
@@campkira The game was originally made for the wii then ported to the 3ds.I don't get what you're expecting :p
@@campkira Actually it was created for the nintendo wii and ported to the 3ds. I'd also love to try X but this game is held up as one of the greatest jrpgs ever made so i'm very excited to check it out :).
This is a good review. Personally I like the combat and customization in Xenoblade 2 better but am so far enjoying the story in #1 more. I legit am not sure what is coming next in the game and I like the suspense. In Xenoblade 2, I felt like I knew what was coming up way too much.
This month has a been a freaking monster on my wallet with all the rpgs releasing starting off w/ ff7r then trails of mana . All the borderlands games remastered comes out 5/29 and then Outer Worlds On 6/5 I need more money... I’m still not finish dq 11
@@jcgonzalez84 Because he's made of sauce money.
Take a break from spending dude. Beat the games you have backlogged & that will give you plenty of time to enjoy those games & the new games will drop in price (probably) by then
Sounds like someone's addicted
Blake Fensler Jr think your right I just bought Crystal Crisis . Great game spiritual successor to Super Puzzle Fighter couldn’t resist ...
@@francesfuego6950 lol definitely hold off on borderlands and outer worlds. Those are big games and they're 3rd party so more likely to go on sale in the future. Try to finish the games you have first :).
20 hours in... playing it with my 5 year old often, he loves it. Love exposing him to JRPG's and not just fortnight junk.
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I bought Xenoblade 2 when it dropped a few years ago. Being a videogame collector, I have had so mamy games distract me over the years. So I never got around to playing XBC2. Then Torna dropped, and I couldn't have one game without the other. Around that time i Began to work XBC2 into my schedule, then Nintendo announced The Definitive Edition of Xenoblade Chronicles. So back onto the back-burner they went. Now, in 2 days, Ill be starting my journey with Xenoblade 1. I fully intend on going through the entirety of what Xenoblade on the Switch has to offer. Im so excited.
When I played the game first on the 3DS I wanted it to never end. I feared the ending because it was SO good! Yes, this game is magical and if you want to have an experience that changes you you've got to play this game. It's my all-time favourite.
They made and excellent game even better . I'm definitely comfortable enough to say this is one of the best Jrpg's made .
If I was forced to only pick 5 RPG's (American AND Japanese) to take on a deserted island (where the island somehow had a tv and electricity) this game would definitely be one of them.
The only thing hotter than the overwhelming amount of switch games are the HappyConsoleGamer Reviews
Oh yeah
Overwhelming amount? We're in the middle of the longest drought of good games in Nintendo's history. It's sad when a port of a 10 year old game is the only thing worth getting mildly excited about on the Switch.
@@meerkat1954 You must be rich and own all the good Switch games... there's plenty...
@@meerkat1954 Well it's a port of one of the best JRPGs of all time. You dont need to downplay it as a simple Wii game
I absolutely adore Xenoblade for the Wii. I'm sure it's amazing on the Switch, but I don't think I could ever put in another 100+ hours into an experience I already had - as great as it was.
I am and I did it with persona 5 and persona 5 royal as well
bought it today, after watching you i'm even more hyped man, thanks from portugal my guy
E que tal valeu a pena?
@@joaoaraujo9629 yessir, entrou no meu top 5 facilmente
@@supersaiyandre_ obrigada pela dica a Switch Como consola realmente está bem munida de jogos de qualidade RPG's jrpg srpg... Muito top
@@joaoaraujo9629 muito top mesmo, deixei a minha ps4 de lado desde 2019 por causa da switch, tou a acabar final fanatasy 8 e logo a seguir vou começar o xenoblade chronicles 2 lmao, a lista é infinita mesmo
I srsly can't wait for this game to be released 🤤
Lol, merry christmas!!
Had to get this on cartridge, so it's arriving later on today. Have fun!!
I’m so glad I managed to snag a copy of the collector’s edition here in the UK. I can’t wait to receive the vinyl soundtrack that comes included in the set!!
Me too (though I live in Sweden), and I don´t even own anything to play that soundtrack on, but just to have it as a "show piece" is enough for me. Looking forward to spend another 150h+ in this game!
All all the US gets is an awkwardly shaped art book... I really wish size and shapes of books were more standardized... My book collection looks so messy even though they are neatly arranged...
On vinyl?! Thats amazing!
I gave this a chance on the "New" 3DS, and for some reason I just lost interest. But now it's been re-released and given some quality of life changes, and the oppotunity to play it on a big screen TV, I'm giving this another shot. It's extremely rare that I give a game another chance.
Some keys. 1.) change playable character often . It switches up game play as each character plays unique. 2.) don’t just play mmo triangle for your party ( tank dps healer) multiple different make ups work extremely well also healer is probably least useful character in game
I love looking at the clouds in this game, really gives me a laputa castle in the sky feel.
Got this coming tomorrow. Can't wait to get my hands on it. Completed Xenoblade Chronicles 2 it was a masterpiece, can't wait to finally play Xenoblade as it should have been from the Wii days.
Got the game on release, never played the original edition but I'm loving it already and learning the combat was hard at first but felt so satisfying finally figuring it out. I'm very excited for what the rest of the game has is store 😁
I am happy to play this game for the first time, I never got the luxury to do that before. I've been a fan of the Xeno series forever. I actually love XC2 so I'm excited to play this.
60-100 hours for the main game? I was at 300+ and still not 100% done on the OG game LUL :)
I beat it in 50 lmao
I finally beat it. I finally took a couple of long weekends almost exclusively playing and beat it. It's a hell of a game.
The hype for this game is phenomenal. I personally never played the original so I'm really keen to experience this!
I’m playing it on switch lite it looks way better then i expected and I’ve had no slow down or problems yet . Also I think they did a good job teaching you everything in this game . A lot of stuff but like John said it’s not that hard to pick up .
Just finish this game few days ago and I gotta say. Can't believe this game originally came out so many years ago in wii and 3DS. Such an ambitious open world game with great story, music, combat mechanics and character. 10/10 well worth it. From someone who just finished XC2 few months ago.
I have never played Xenoblade Chronicles so I am looking forward to this release.
I agree with you, honestly I couldn't get into Xenoblade 2, people kept telling me it gets better half way through but I'm not going to spend over 30 hours for the game to get enjoyable, however xenoblade chronicles 1 is an amazing game. I played it for the Wii and I absolutely loved it, from gameplay to story and now with reimagined graphics, I'll deff pick this up once I'm ride of my giant backlog of games and after TLOU2.
The quests rework is very nice. Quests were so confusing in the original, HAHA.
Trying to find the right NPC to finish quests was a nightmare...
I spent probably a total of 30 hours googling quests and where the npcs would be lol
Loved XC2. Never played the original so looking forward to it.
Bought the European collectors edition. Loving the fact it comes with a vinyl soundtrack.
So jealous you got your hands on this early. You lucky bugger.
Will be doing a review and unboxing on my channel this weekend.
XC2 is an alright game, but it has a lot of problems. XC1, however, is a genuine masterpiece, I envy the fact that you get to experience this game for the first time!
You’re not gonna be disappointed. This one is better than Xenoblade 2. two is a great game but this one is so much better. This is my favorite game of all time.
Handheld mode is perfect honestly been playing it like that most of the time there nothing wrong with it way better than the sequel in handheld mode
This is the best review I've seen of this game. I'm definitely getting this edition, will be my first time playing it as a new player into the franchise. I'M REALLY FEELING IT
Only just picked this up, can’t say I’ve played much JRPG’s, but this game really blindsided me. Cannot put it down, the story is so captivating and the gameplay loop is really fun!
This channel is quickly becoming my favourite. Love the positive vibes.
Loved playing this game for my upcoming review!
I played the original when it came out not knowing much about it and it quickly became one of, if not my favourite game ever; I love everything about it, the exploration, the combat, the characters, the story, the soundtrack.
I got it again on the switch and I still love it as much as when i first played it.
Wasn't the Wii version of this game like really rare or something? I remember the Wii version being over $100 because there were a very limited amount of copies for the U.S.
Gamestop was intentionally opening copies to resell as used and over the $60 retail price.
@@rayminishi689 Yeeeaaah I remember when Gamestop wanted around $90 just for a preowned copy.
@Jonathan Soko several GameStop employees revealed that throughout forums (if they are to be believed, as there's no hard proof other than the fact that more than one person was confirming).
@Jonathan Soko it was true man. And besides, whyy wouldn't they do that? Why sell a item worth 100 plus for 50 dollars? (I got mine new for 50 bucks. Preordered)
@@rayminishi689 Definitely remember seeing an $80+ dollar copy at a gamestop back in the day when it was still fairly new.
Super excited for this to unlock on Friday. It’s going to be so good to return to XB1 with all the new content. I imagine it will remain my favorite in the Xenoblade series.
Do you know if it unlocks midnight or later on during the day on Friday?
Finally it’s here, now I can play in order the three games
They don't go in any order....
@@blakefenslerjr4858 they do tho
Wow thank you for the music comparison. That arranged version may have sold me on the game
I hope keeping track of the main quest is easier than xenoblade chronicles 2
I only got 20 hours out of 2 because my progression was gated by an ability of Poppis.. because I didnt level her up enough so Im a little hesitant to try another in the series thats not on sale
@@natural8677 This one has none of that garbage. Don't need to worry about being cockblocked by lacking an ability.
Let's not forget that there was Xenoblade Chronicles X as well, on the Wii U. I quite enjoyed that one too.
I thought that the exploration was a blast, but the gameplay was a huge step down from the original, as were the story, art style, and characters. Plus, I much prefer having a main character with a design and a personality over a stand in OC. I would be curious to see an X2 that irons out a lot of the original's kinks, though.
I love how you review games. You have a way in pumping up the interest and really going in simple details about the reasons a game is worth playing. You did it for Trails of Cold Steel, Trials of Mana Remake, and FF7 Remake! Great review. Finally, now I wanna be one of the new player to get into this game! It reminds me of FF12 where you're just out there in the open world exploring and I like that aspect and deep storyline. Sweet! Thank goodness I got myself a switch! The soundtrack sounds nice!
It's been a while since i watched one of your videos. Excited to pick this up. I just beat XB2 and was almost in tears at the end because of how impactful it was on me. If XB1 is anything close, i am sure i will fall in love all over again. thanks for being so positive!
I literally paid for this game three times. $90 on Wii. $40 on 3ds. Unfortunately I couldn’t find the collectors edition copy $60 for the switch version. I never do that for a game if I still own the console.
is it that good/worth it? How does it fare compared to these JRPGS I've played - FF10 ps2, Star Ocean ps2, Persona 4 Golden Vita, FF CC Wii, FFXIII ps3, Dragon Quest 11 Switch
I've never played a Xeno Saga/blade game
Can't Park Jihyo She's a Train It is worth it. I suggest that you get a guide online for beginners. There is a lot to learn but it does guide you, having played the new one for about four hours now. All those games that you mentioned are absolutely fantastic. I’ve played all of those games except for final fantasy 13. I think it has a better story than all of them that you mentioned and you will love the characters, by the time you’re 1/4 through. The combat is different and has a more action deal. I was initially taken back when I first played this because I love traditional JRPGs. The switch version is a lot more easier to get into then Wii version. Dragon quest 11 is my second favorite game of all time. Understanding the combat and using the guide until you get to the first boss is key to knowing what to do. You will get sucked in by the story. You’re always learning something new as the game progresses. The switch version guides you pretty well. This is my favorite game of all time. There is some nostalgia in it for me. Dragon Quest 11 in such a close second.
I honestly couldn’t find it either, if you look at Walmart’s site and search xenoblade chronicles, the second option down is the works set. And they ship it to you. It’s still in stock, I just checked.
Sack Lunch I just got the standard
Kenneth Felipe gotcha. I wasn’t sure if you wanted the works set or not, I was just letting you know if you wanted to purchase it. Either way it’s a stellar game!
Funny how I decided to marathon the xeno series a month ago. I'm currently in disk 2 of xenogears! Well you did tell me about this series years ago. Just weird coincidence that I'm marathoning it when this comes out
I just bought it! Getting it tomorrow, can't wait to start this IP.
Well, I'm a first time player of this game. 30 hours in, and it has been since Breath Of The Wild and Octopath Traveler that I have wanted to KEEP playing a game, after that amount of time, because I was so excited about it. You nailed this video! Great review!
I've had this for about a year now just sitting on a shelf of games i barely touched. I think i'll make this the first one i dive into.
Good heavens, it's Reyn time!
Really excited about this release, even though I have bought it twice in the past!
Buy it enough said looking forward to getting it in a days time in Australia
I ordered on Amazon and they emailed saying won't be delivered till Tuesday. I might have to cancel and venture outside and get it.
Anthony Harris yeah should would be worth getting it
@@deadkodo you could always download it, it will almost certainly available today (the 28th) at 9pm pst
Thanks for all these great reviews and videos. I discovered your channel a few months back and really enjoy watching with my son. Again, great channel :)
Didn't have the time to play the original on the Wii when it first came out even though i own it, when i finally got around to it years later i just couldn't stomach the resolution anymore and stopped playing after a few hours. Same for the 3DS version. I really can't wait to finally experience the game with updated visuals, the newly arranged music sounds amazing as well.
Never played it on the WII but loved XC2 to death. Can't wait.
Tears , tear , tears. I Just spend hours this game on Wii version. Now my gameplay about 20h is one of best Jrpg game ever made 6/5. An that feeling u start playing this game! Awesome music!
Your reviews are great. Pretty much sold me on the game. I played part of the original but never beat it. This looks like a great way to take on this classic again. I really hope the sidequest system is as streamlined as you make it out to be. It became very overwhelming in the original.
I'm so glad you can still opt for the original music. Can't wait for Friday!
just realized i have all 3 versions of this game (Wii, 3DS, and now switch) been playing this one on switch for the past week and really enjoying it.
Third time buying this game ready to play thru it all over again. Now I just need them to port XCX to switch so I can play that again too!
I didn't really like XCX very much. I bought the Special Edition and wound up selling it with my Wii U. I tried to get into it but I just couldn't.
I'd rather have a sequel.
I'd rather have a sequel.
@@kylerobinson6102 tbh if I was to assume, you may have not liked it because X pulls some complex topics which the usual gamers would think it as boring.
@@kylerobinson6102 also a shame you didn't get into the game because actually as the story goes down, it gets more interesting. Much more interesting than XC2.
Patiently waiting for my EU collectors edition :(
Thank you for this video, as it came at the perfect time. I never played the original, so I pre ordered this. I started to hear the negatives and started to question my decision. My fears are now put to rest and I look forward to playing this game.
I really hated how the character models looked back on the Wii so I'm glad they updated them.
I like how the older designs were closer to their concept art and the newer ones look more like an anime which isn’t bad I’m just a little bummed
I started playing it on the 3ds but with a concept like this, exploring gigantic dead creatures... feels like a game that should be played on a tv with nice graphics. Can't wait to check out the definitive edition :).
Some people complain about the more anime look for the characters. To me it feels natural, since all of the other Xeno series games are hugely anime-styled.
Jordaniel Dunksworth I’m definitely picking it up tomorrow but I just like the more “realistic” look on the Wii if that makes sense
@@Jordunk it's natural to theJapanese, anime style in games just look way to generic and shitty now
im glad you recommended this, i was on the fence but your review is making me more excited about the game, cant wait to see the story
Just picked it up today, played through a bunch of the Wii version but never finished it (was also turned off by the blurriness back then) can't wait to dive back in
I can't believe I didn't notice it before... But is that "Lagoon" behind you? I can honestly say as a kid I loved that game. Looking back now there are so many problems with it but for some reason it's very nostalgic for me. Kudos sir!
This is a masterpiece, go buy it, everyone.
Not at $60. Don't support anticonsumer moves, everyone.
@The Ostrich It's precisely because I have a job that I know the value of money. You're likely a little kid who has never worked in their life, or a Nintendo fanboy who defends everything Nintendo does like a little bitch. Which are you?
@@dreamerabe I'm sorry you refuse to pay a reasonable price for a phenomenal game, you have my pity.
@@Benjamillion Reasonable price? This is a remaster of a 10 year old game at full price. If EA or Activision did this they would rightfully get shitted on. But because it's Nintendo the fanboy lapdogs defend it. You corporate fanboys are sad.
@@dreamerabe we get it you want attention
Preordered day the collector's was announced. This is the VERY FEW times I was very excited for a rerelease of a game. When I played it for the Wii, I could not stop thinking how gorgeous the game was, but wanted a HD version of it. I remember alot of people based me back then saying graphics are not everything. But I wasn't talking about that. I felt the game deserved to be seen with a certain fidelity because the world was so gorgeous. Oh, and forget about the music pfft! Plains? Satorl Marsh night? You ALL know what I am talking about! Got the collector's yesterday! Can' wait to try it!
Hopefully there is a loop when the song "Unfinished Battle" begins to play.
Unfortunately there isn't...
Awesome stuff, thanks for the review.
I heard some bad stuff about the resolution on handheld mode but I think I'm gonna be picking this one up for sure.
I never use my Switch in handheld mode, so no skin off my nose.
Thank you very much for the sharing! Glad to know Nintendo shows the hidden map 10 years after the 1st release. Prouldly being a memeber of the creative team, Xenoblade is the largest world map concept I ever involved during the 25 years working for the game industry. Hope you enjoy it and a salut to Takahashi, Mistsuda and all amazing fellows in Nintendo/Monolith. T.K. 4th June2020
Starting 2 1/2 years ago on the Wii (I actually found a physical copy for around $50) and then restarting and finishing on Switch, this game was worth the time and effort. All that's left for me is Future Connected, and after that, I might New Game+ after a while to get the last 10 achievements I need.
This all started with Xenogears if anyone remembers ! 😏
Just picked this up with the 20$ of sale.... and I'm 5 hours in already hooked
I'm certainly going to give it a try. I really hated the 3Ds port, but I loved Xenoblade 2 a whole lot. The QOL improvements they made here should sell me I hope
I put in 800+ hours in XC2, and 1,200 in XCX... Oddly, I own XC on Wii, 3DS, and Wii U, yet I've never played it... Life stuff was always happening around those times... Looking forward to FINALLY playing it... Pick up my collectors edition tomorrow...
Really glad we got the Collector's Set here in Europe. I did an unboxing, if anyone wants to check! I'm a bit disappointed that it didn't come with a music CD, I don't have a vinyl player!
Totally agree. My favourite game of all time followed closely by Zelda BOTW
Good job as always! Will you do a review of Ys memories of celesta for ps4? I want to thank you for introducing the Ys series for me!
Wow that arranged soundtrack is phenomenal
I'm not sure I'd agree with you about being a really simple RPG, the combat system takes a bit of time to get your head around even for jrpg vets
I might be an exception but I picked up on the system pretty quickly, and now that I've put 60 hours into it it kinda hurts to watch people just not get the combat at all lol
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Thanks for your reviews, they paint a perfect picture of what we can expect from the game, and I always find them on point.
I can’t wait to re experience this game again.
Never played it and I'm unsure which music I should go for, original or arranged. Which should I go for?
I only played Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and some of the early Xenogears games. I loved XC2. I never bought a Wii and I am so excited to finally play the first one. I have it being shipped to me on launch day.
Honestly the QoL changes made this game even more enjoyable to play. Trading is much easier to understand and find what you are looking for, the person you are looking for and the item orbs! The item orbs usually ate up a good hour or two whenever I was missing a couple for a quest or the Collectopedia.