A recent social media post from Monolith Soft, the creators of Xenoblade Chronicles, showcases the game's staggering amount of script material. The sheer volume highlights the extensive development process behind this acclaimed JRPG series. Let's delve into the details.
The Scale of Xenoblade Chronicles
A Mountain of Scripts
Monolith Soft's X (formerly Twitter) post features impressive stacks of script books—and these only represent the main storyline! Separate scripts exist for the numerous side quests, emphasizing the incredible effort invested in creating these expansive games.
The Xenoblade Chronicles series is renowned for its massive scope, encompassing intricate plots, extensive dialogue, vast worlds, and substantial gameplay. Completing a single title typically requires 70+ hours, a figure that easily surpasses 150 hours for dedicated completionists tackling all side content.
The post has generated significant online buzz, with fans expressing astonishment at the sheer number of scripts. Comments range from expressions of awe to humorous requests to purchase the scripts for personal collections.
Looking Ahead to the Future
While Monolith Soft hasn't revealed details about the next Xenoblade Chronicles installment, fans can look forward to the upcoming Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, launching March 20th, 2025, on Nintendo Switch. Pre-orders are open now on the Nintendo eShop, priced at $59.99 USD, in both digital and physical formats.
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