Xenoblade Chronicles 2 will launch for Switch in holiday 2017, Nintendo announced during its E3 2017 spotlight.
Here’s an overview of the game, via Nintendo:
Search for the ultimate paradise, Elysium, with your companion, Pyra.
Explore an endless ocean of clouds, where the last remnants of civilization live on the backs of colossal beasts called Titans. Experience the story of Rex and his new friend, Pyra, a mysterious being known as a Blade who grants him tremendous power. Together, search for Pyra’s long lost home Elysium, the ultimate paradise for all of humanity.
Features
Explore colossal beasts called Titans, the homes of different civilizations, offering expansive regions to discover.
Form powerful bonds with Blades, unique beings granting tremendous power to their users, called Drivers.
Features a deep battle system that builds on triumphs of the Xenoblade Chronicles and Xenoblade Chronicles X games.作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-6-15 08:22 PM
Square Enix’s Testuya Nomura is handling character designs for a mysterious organization known as Torna in Xenoblade Chronicles 2, the game’s official Japanese Twitter account revealed.
Two characters have been revealed as part of Torna:
Both characters were designed by Nomura.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is due out for Switch this holiday 作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-8-21 01:26 PM 本帖最后由 kirassss 于 2017-8-21 02:52 PM 编辑
Monolith Soft hiring for ‘ambitious new project’ different from its brand image
MonolithSoft新企划公布 制作人招募中
Xenoblade Chronicles studio Monolith Soft is hiring designers, programmers, planners, and management support with experience in action game development for “an ambitious project different from the brand image of Monolith Soft.”
Specifically, the company is looking to fill the following roles:
Designers
Character Modeler
Map Modeler
In-Game Animator
Technical Artist
Main Character Designer
Concept Art Designer
Programmers
Character Control Programmer (Action Part)
System / Framework Programmer
Planners
Planner (Action Part)
Management Support
Project Manager
In addition to the artwork above, the following artworks are also featured on the recruitment page, though it is unknown whether or not they are related to the project:
任天堂在今日举办的 Nintendo Direct 中宣布,《异域神剑 2》将于 12 月 1 日上市,套装版与数字版的价格皆为 7980 日圆,并预定推出典藏版,内含铁盒包装原声配乐精选辑、精选画册以及特别设计的包装盒等额外内容,价格 10980 日圆。 此外并预定同步推出游戏特制 Nintendo Switch Pro 控制器「Nintendo Switch Pro 控制器 异域神剑版」,价格 7480 日圆(皆为未税价)。
其中值得注意的一个细节是,《异度神剑 2》繁体版与简体版使用的字体以及一些翻译用词并不一样,目前还不知道最终就是这样还是目前尚未进行过统一化。不知道你更喜欢哪种呢? 作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-11-4 07:38 AM Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Direct set for November 7
任天堂将于11月7日举办《异域神剑 2》专场直面会
Nintendo will host a Nintendo Direct focused on the upcoming Xenoblade Chronicles 2 on November 7 at 6:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 a.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. UK / 23:00 JST, the company announced.
You’ll be able to watch it via the following links:
Nintendo Spotlights Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Before Its Launch on Dec. 1
In just a few weeks, Nintendo Switch owners will leave the familiar behind and enter the fantastical world of Alrest – a world full of living lands known as Titans and the fabled paradise of Elysium. To get fans ready for the Dec. 1 launch of the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 game, Nintendo presented a deep dive into elements of the massive game, including the vast environments, battle system and characters. This special Nintendo Direct presentation also revealed upcoming paid DLC, a fun cross-promotion with The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, as well as free DLC available to download on launch day that will allow players to also play the game with Japanese audio and English subtitles.
“With Xenoblade Chronicles 2, we are giving fans yet another engaging adventure that can only be found on Nintendo Switch,” said Doug Bowser, Nintendo of America’s Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “This sequel is perfect for playing at home or while traveling during the busy holiday season.”
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is next in the series following the original acclaimed RPG that launched for Wii in 2012. This sequel features new characters and worlds, with an expanded battle system that will still feel familiar to fans of the first game. In Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Blades are artificial lifeforms that bond with Drivers to lend them their weapons and powers in battle. Main character Rex is a Driver and Pyra is a Blade. To help familiarize fans with main character Rex before the game launches, a new Side Quest will be available via a free update in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild game for both Nintendo Switch and Wii U systems, in which players will be able to obtain a Rex costume starting on Nov. 9.
In and out of battle, Blades have a wide array of support abilities. While adventuring, these abilities might increase the number of items that can be collected, open up new paths to explore or initiate other special effects. When players fight alongside their chosen Blade, they might trigger effects that protect the Driver, strengthen attacks and so forth. Abilities differ from Blade to Blade, so selecting different Blades adds to the strategy of battle.
Blades are just one form of life that players will encounter while journeying on the backs of the mighty Titans. In the vast world of Alrest, players will discover both peaceful and aggressive wildlife of all shapes and sizes wandering among giant plains, winding caverns, frozen kingdoms, scorched earth and sandy beaches. If players manage to defeat certain Unique Beasts, a tombstone will be left behind to commemorate the creature and allow players to relive those battles for additional rewards.
While traveling the massive world of Alrest, players will run into shining spots called Collection Points – which give players the opportunity to pick up valuable items or dive under the clouds to salvage hard-to-find treasures – or special landmarks that players can transport to at any time. Alrest is also teeming with bustling cities. From shopping districts to residential quarters, each Titan has its own unique layout and atmosphere.
Fans who want to expand their epic adventure can pre-purchase an Expansion Pass for the game in Nintendo eShop beginning today or pre-order it from select retailers shortly at a suggested retail price of $29.99. With this pass, players can enjoy DLC as it releases between the launch of the game and fall 2018, starting with quests and support items, and eventually including a challenge Battle Mode where they can face powerful enemies. This DLC will even include an additional adventure with a new side story set in the world of Elysium. Details about individual elements of the Expansion Pass will be released in the future.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 will launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system on Dec. 1 at a suggested retail price of $59.99. The same day, the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Edition Nintendo Switch Pro Controller will launch at a suggested retail price of $74.99. Launch day will also see the release of the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Special Edition. This special version includes the game, a beautifully illustrated hardbound art book filled with 220 pages of concept designs and artwork of the characters, landscapes and objects from the game, a sound-selection CD of many of the game’s memorable music tracks, and a special metal case containing the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 game card at a suggested retail price of $99.99. Players who prefer the digital version can pre-purchase the game from Nintendo eShop now, either standalone or as a bundle with the Expansion Pass.
For more information about Xenoblade Chronicles 2, visit xenobladechronicles2.nintendo.com.作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-11-8 07:24 AM
Nintendo has released a seven-minute overview trailer for Xenoblade Chronicles 2.
Here’s an overview of the game, via Nintendo.com:
About
As the giant beasts march toward death, the last hope is a scavenger named Rex—and Pyra, a living weapon known as a Blade. Can you find the fabled paradise she calls home? Command a group of Blades and lead them to countless strategic victories before the world ends.
Each Titan hosts its own distinct cultures, wildlife, and diverse regions to explore. Search the vast open areas and labyrinthine corridors for treasure, secret paths, and creatures to battle and index.
During these escapades you’ll get to know a large cast of eclectic characters, including the weaponized life forms known as Blades. Gather these allies, bond with them to increase their power, and utilize their special ARTS to devastate enemies. But to save the world of Alrest, you must first demystify its cloudy past.
Key Features
A new story in the Xenoblade Chronicles series.
The next adventure is on the Nintendo Switch™ console—set on the backs of colossal, living Titans.
Discover each Titan’s diverse regions, culture, wildlife, equipment, and hidden secrets.
Find, bond with, and command weaponized life forms known as Blades to earn abilities and enhance them.
Uncover the history of Alrest and the mystery of its endless ocean of clouds.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is due out for Switch on December 1. 作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-11-17 06:13 PM 本帖最后由 kirassss 于 2017-11-19 07:34 AM 编辑
Nintendo has released a new story trailer and set of screenshots for Xenoblade Chronicles 2.
Here’s an overview of the game, via Nintendo.com:
About
As the giant beasts march toward death, the last hope is a scavenger named Rex—and Pyra, a living weapon known as a Blade. Can you find the fabled paradise she calls home? Command a group of Blades and lead them to countless strategic victories before the world ends.
Each Titan hosts its own distinct cultures, wildlife, and diverse regions to explore. Search the vast open areas and labyrinthine corridors for treasure, secret paths, and creatures to battle and index.
During these escapades you’ll get to know a large cast of eclectic characters, including the weaponized life forms known as Blades. Gather these allies, bond with them to increase their power, and utilize their special ARTS to devastate enemies. But to save the world of Alrest, you must first demystify its cloudy past.
Key Features
A new story in the Xenoblade Chronicles series.
The next adventure is on the Nintendo Switch™ console—set on the backs of colossal, living Titans.
Discover each Titan’s diverse regions, culture, wildlife, equipment, and hidden secrets.
Find, bond with, and command weaponized life forms known as Blades to earn abilities and enhance them.
Uncover the history of Alrest and the mystery of its endless ocean of clouds.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is due out for Switch on December 1.
作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-11-30 07:45 AM
Nintendo Switch《异度神剑2》最终发售前大特报,本作将于12月1日发售!
此外官方表示游戏预定在2018年推出一些新的任务以及二周目要素(不用购买季票),在二周目中可以让『那些异刃』成为同伴,并且焰与白虎等固定异刃可以派遣到佣兵团,某个异刃的LV4必杀技也会解放作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-12-14 07:35 AM
[youtube]WDcVUO1SLx0[/youtube]作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-12-22 06:29 PM Xenoblade Chronicles 2 version 1.1.1. update now available
Nintendo has released the version 1.1.1 update for Xenoblade Chronicles 2, which adds an easy mode to the “Tiger! Tiger! mini-game, a new mini-map size, and other improvements.
Get the full patch notes below.
Fixed an issue occurring in the Gormott regular quest “One Step Ahead,” where acquiring the Healing Herb quest item at 12:00 caused the item to fail to be counted in the quest log, preventing completion of the quest.
Fixed an issue occurring in the Gormott regular quest “A Young Man’s Prize,” where acquiring the Snow-White Rhino quest item at 7:00 caused the item to fail to be counted in the quest log, preventing completion of the quest.
Fixed an issue occurring in the Gormott regular quest “The Riddle on the Wall,” preventing quest progression.
Fixed an issue occurring in Perceval’s blade quest “Failure and Success,” preventing quest progression.
Fixed an issue occurring in Gorg’s blade quest “Follow Your Passion,” preventing quest progression.
Fixed an issue occurring after viewing the “Something in Common” movie in the “Chapter One: Encounters” section of the Events Theater causing the camera to continue shaking after returning to the game.
Made adjustments to improve the stability of performing certain actions.
Due to these adjustments, time required for Skip Travel and loading event cut scenes has become longer in some instances and shorter in others.
A Pro Controller can now be used when the Joy-Con Controllers are attached to the system in Tabletop Mode.
Added an Easy difficulty to the Tiger! Tiger! mini game.
Added a new size of map to the mini map.
Pressing X when in the field to open the Skip Travel screen, the map of your current location will open.
Added functionality to allow players to receive the second round of items associated with the Expansion Pass.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is available now for Switch.作者: kirassss 时间: 2017-12-25 06:32 PM 本帖最后由 kirassss 于 2017-12-26 06:51 PM 编辑
The “New Quests Pack” downloadable content for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 will launch alongside a third “Helpful Items Pack” and the game’s version 1.2.0 update in the afternoon on January 19 in Japan, Nintendo announced (2).
Here is what is included with each add-on, which are available as part of the $29.99 Expansion Pass:
New Quests Pack
“The Artisan’s Agony” (available from Chapter 2)
“The Missing Nopon” (available from Chapter 3)
“The Abandoned Factory Exploration Tour” (available from Chapter 5)
“The Late Night Restaurant” (available from Chapter 7)
“The Patrol Soldier” (available from Chapter 10)
Helpful Items Pack 3
Driver Essentials Set 2 (10 x Rare Core Crystals, 1 x Epic Core Crystal, and 1 x Overdrive)
Tiger’s Favorite Things (3 x Juicy Samod)
Poppi α’s Favorite Things (3 x Fizz Juice)
Captivating Driver Equipment (1 x Auto-Balancer accessory)
Information about the version 1.2.0 update was not announced.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is available now for Switch. 作者: kirassss 时间: 2018-1-19 01:47 PM 本帖最后由 kirassss 于 2018-1-19 02:57 PM 编辑
Nintendo has released the version 1.2.0 update for Xenoblade Chronicles 2, which includes various fixes and adjustments, and adds Expansion Pass-related functionality and the ability to skip voice segments in menus.
Get the full patch notes below.
Fixed an issue in which parts set to a specific Skill RAM failed to provide their intended effects.
Adjusted the Gormott regular quest “The Riddle on the Wall” to make it completable regardless of player progression in the main story.
Adjusted Finch’s Blade Quest “Birds of a Feather” to make it completable regardless of player progression in the main story.
Fixed an issue in Agate’s Blade Quest “Precious Yearnings” preventing quest progression.
Added functionality to allow players to receive the first round of quests and the second round of items associated with the Expansion Pass.
Voiced segments in menus can now be skipped with the A or B button.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is available now for Switch.作者: kirassss 时间: 2018-1-26 06:21 PM 本帖最后由 kirassss 于 2018-1-26 06:25 PM 编辑
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 version 1.3.0 update launches mid-February, adds New Game Plus mode
《异度神剑2》将在今年2月增加二周目要素
《异度神剑2》官方网站今日发出公告,游戏将在2018年2月中旬推出 1.3.0 更新。除了解决上个补丁中在第7章造成的一些问题外,游戏还将增加全新的“New Game +”模式,也就是大家期待已久的二周目要素。具体该模式会有什么改变和新内容,官方将在未来几周逐步放出消息。
游戏在前不久刚刚更新的 1.2.0 更新中追加全新的任务,季票玩家还有额外的补给品可以获得。
The version 1.3.0 update for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 will launch in mid-February and add a “New Game Plus” mode called “Advanced New Game Mode,” as well as fix a big that surfaced in the version 1.2.0 update, Monolith Soft director Tetsuya Takahashi said in a new production note.
Here is the full message from Takahashi:
In the version 1.2.0 update, there is a bug in certain instances during and after Chapter 7 where a Blade linked with a specific Driver disappears from the Blade List (it only disappears from the list, the Blade itself does not disappear).
This is a bug that occurred during the process of adding the second playthrough element called “Advanced New Game Mode,” which will be implemented in the version 1.3.0 update planned for mid-February.
We apologize for the inconvenience for the about half a month that remains, but we are working hard on the development of the update, so please give us your patience.
More information regarding the specific updated content of version 1.3.0 will be shared leading up to its release.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is available now for Switch. 作者: kirassss 时间: 2018-2-9 04:59 PM Xenoblade Chronicles 2 version 1.3.0 update launches next week, details
The version 1.3.0 update for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 will launch next week (between February 12 and 16), Nintendo announced.
Here are details on the update, via a production note by Monolith Soft director Tetsuya Takahashi:
■ Advanced New Game Mode
First, regarding “Advanced New Game Mode.” This is a second playthrough element that everyone who cleared the game will be able to play, but rather than it simply be a second playthrough, several new specifications have been added. The specific contents are as follows:
1. It is possible to befriend Blades on the Torna side as player Blades such as Obrona, Sever, Perdido, and Cressidus.
2. Additionally, Akhos, Patroka, and Mikhail from Torna can be befriended as Blades.
You will be able to awaken them through Blade Resonance from any Core Crystal (otherwise, encounter them during a quest and befriend them that way). Of course, there is a chance that they will appear from a common Core Crystal even at the beginning of the game. Although this specification can cause things to fall apart on the story side, we gave greater priority to the fun of it as a game. Be sure to awaken them!
3. All Blade Mercenaries can be dispatched. At the same time, Blades such as Pyra and Mythra that you could not leave your party in your first playthrough can also be dispatched.
4. Unlocks a Driver’s “Reverse Affinity Chart” and adds even further growth.
5. You can level-down a Driver’s level at inns, as well as earn bonus EXP depending on the lowered level.
Bonus EXP can be used to barter for special items. There are even items that can increase the number of Driver accessories that can be equipped, so be sure to barter away. If you talk to the “Troubadour” that appears on each Titan, you can barter with them.
6. A certain Blade’s Level 4 special move is unlocked.
What Carries Over
The following content will carry over from the clear data of your first playthrough into Advanced New Game Mode:
Driver level
Driver and Blade equipment and growth elements
Awakened Blades
Acquired items and gold
Town development degree and Mercenaries level
Event Theater contents and Unique Monster kills
Quests, Heart-to-Hearts, Skip Travel points, and cleared Mercenary Missions will reset.
■ Other Updates
In addition to the second playthrough element, the following five updates will also be available in your first playthrough.
1. A system has been implemented to lock awakened Blades from the list.
By locking an awakened Blade on the menu, you can make it impossible to release. This also improves its visibility. “My 4 Star Common Blade is out!” Be sure to use this system at such times.
2. An option has been added to skip the cutscene when awakening a Blade.
3. When the mini-map is enlarged, each icon set on the Skip Travel screen is displayed.
4. “Easy Mode” has been added to the game’s difficulty options.
*The difficulty option you have been playing will become “Normal.” You can change the difficulty at any time during the game in the options menu.
5. New sorting options have been added to Accessories, Assist Cores, Blade List, etc.
■ Expansion Pass Buyers
Users who purchase the “Expansion Pass” will also get the “Helpful Items Pack 4.”
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is available now for Switch. 作者: kirassss 时间: 2018-2-9 04:59 PM 本帖最后由 kirassss 于 2018-2-9 08:42 PM 编辑
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 version 1.4.0 update launches April 27, adds two new Rare Blades
The version 1.4.0 update for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 will launch on April 27 and add two new Rare Blades, Nintendo announced.
Here are details on the update, via a production note by Monolith Soft director Tetsuya Takahashi:
Poppi Buster
First, Poppi Buster.
A Rare Blade that can only be obtained by users who purchased the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Expansion Pass.
The Blade is designed by Masatsugu Saito.
While Poppi is an artificial Blade exclusively for Tora, Poppi Buster is an artificial Blade designed for use by characters other than Tora.
Poppi Buster is obtained via a quest, not through Blade resonance.
What is with the yellow-haired Poppi that rides on its hand? And what is that antenna-looking thing on top of its head? While there may be many things on your mind, please be sure to check them out for yourself by doing the Poppi Buster’s dedicated quest.
T-elos Re:
T-elos Re: is a Rare Blade created with the cooperation of Bandai Namco Entertainment. It is the gift character mentioned in a previous production note rewarded to players who clear the game once.
T-elos Re: appeared as a rival character to KOS-MOS in the Xenosaga series.
The Blade is designed by CHOCO.
Actually, CHOCO, who knew that Kunihiko Tanaka “always kept respect for CHOCO in mind” when designing KOS-MOS Re:, designed this T-elos Re: with both the respect and gratitude “that Tanaka gave to me.”
T-elos Re: is a little cuter than when she appeared in the main story of Xenosaga, but according to CHOCO, the point you should focus on is in the visor.
The character modeler kept CHOCO’s thoughts and point of focus in mind, and modeled the character with complete devotion.
T-elos Re: is a Blade that can be obtained by anyone who has cleared the game. In your clear save data, if a star mark can be seen next to your money count in the menu screen, it means that you are good to meet T-elos Re: through Blade resonance.
Although it will be a lottery from Core Crystals, the resonance rate has been set to be considerably higher, so anyone can resonate with T-elos Re: instantly.
Other Updates
Other updates in version 1.4.0 include:
On and after your second playthrough, Traveling Bards will be able to exchange EXP for Poppi Parts.
New sorting option added to the menu.
Non-Version 1.4.0 Stuff
Starting in May, we plan to add new quests, as well as even more new Rare Blades, challenge battles, an “Extreme” difficulty mode, and more for users who purchased the Expansion Pass.
One particular Rare Blade was designed by a new illustrator and is played by a new voice actor, and will be an Expansion Pass complete original (actually, we just recorded the voice actor’s lines today). Please look forward to it!
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is available now for Switch.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 downloadable expansion “Torna: The Golden Country” will launch for Switch on September 14, Nintendo announced. A standalone packaged version will also be released on the same day in Europe and on September 21 in North America.
Here is an overview of the expansion, via Nintendo.com:
Available as DLC in the Expansion Pass or as a stand-alone retail version.
Guide a group of legendary warriors on a journey through the tragic history that doomed a kingdom and drove a hero down a dark path 500 years before the events of the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 game. Defend yourself from Malos and his forces using all the fury of this refined battle system, allowing you to fight as both the artificial lifeforms known as Blades and their masters, the Drivers.
这款由Monolith打造的JRPG在推出后备受玩家好评,而本次的视频则是侧重于游戏的新扩展内容 Torna – The Golden Country「黄金之国伊拉」,这部分内容将为玩家介绍本体故事之前的一些剧情。该内容将于9月14日推出,已经购买季票的玩家可以免费获得。另外该内容也会于9月21日以实体版的形式在Switch平台推出。