It's been eight years since the release of Xenoblade Chronicles 2, a beloved game in the series that has left fans craving for more. But here's the catch: Monolith Soft is celebrating the anniversary with a simple social media post, leaving fans desperate for a Switch 2 revamp.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2, the third installment in the series, arrived in 2017 to critical acclaim. Our review scored it a 9/10, solidifying its place as a must-play action-RPG. But as the years have passed, fans have been eagerly awaiting an enhanced version for the Switch 2.
Monolith Soft's social media post, translated from Japanese, acknowledges the game's release date, but it's the lack of any Switch 2 news that has fans on the edge of their seats. The post reads: "On this day in 2017, 'Xenoblade 2' was released." And that's it.
But why the urgency for a Switch 2 version? Well, many games have received significant performance boosts on the new console, but Xenoblade Chronicles 2 has been left behind. While it runs more smoothly at 30fps now, it hasn't seen the same level of improvement as other titles. And fans know that this series has the potential to shine even brighter when technical limitations are lifted.
The Definitive Editions of the first Xenoblade Chronicles and Xenoblade Chronicles X showcased the series' true potential. So, it's only natural that fans are eager to see Alrest and the Driver of the Aegis in all their glory on the Switch 2. But for now, we wait.
As we wish Xenoblade Chronicles 2 a happy 8th birthday, the question remains: will we ever get that highly anticipated remaster for Switch 2? And this is where it gets controversial—do you think the game needs a revamp, or is it perfect as it is? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
