Why Is Xenoblade Chronicles 2 So Expensive

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In today’s gaming industry, gamers have many options when it comes to the types of games they’re playing and how much those games cost. Different genres are constantly growing in popularity, branching out into new sub-categories. With so many options available to them, most gamers will choose games that fit their budget. However, for every person who is concerned about how much a game costs there is another who has no qualms about spending $70 on a single video game (or more). Whether you’re a frugal gamer or like to splurge on the games you love, it’s important to first determine whether or not the game is worth its price tag before making any purchases. In this article, we will be exploring the pros and cons of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 as well as if it’s worth its price tag.

Why Is Xenoblade Chronicles 2 So Expensive?

Well…to be honest..actually its too expensive. Don’t know why Nintendo is so greedy about the game I mean even if it is an awesome game…they r selling it at 150$ which is very high for a game. If u look at the previous Xenoblade chronicles games r costly as well like Xenoblade chronicles for Nintendo Wii costs 55$ and for Nintendo, 3ds costs 50$ so I don’t understand why they r selling this amazing game at such high prices. But I hope they reduce the price to 45-49$. Xenoblade Chronicles 2 should be 50$ and Bayonetta 2 should be 60$.

What Is Xenoblade Chronicles 2?

1. Pros

‍Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is a role-playing game that was released on the Nintendo Switch in December 2017. It was developed by Monolith Soft, the same team that created Xenoblade Chronicles X (also known as Xenoblade Chronicles). This time around, however, the game takes place in Elysium rather than Mira. As a result of this change in setting, the story is completely new and unique to the series.

2. Cons

This game does have some cons, but they are far outweighed by its many pros. For our purposes here, we’re going to focus on the issues that this game has about its graphics. The first graphical issue is related to how many “pop-in” effects there are in this game (which will be discussed later). The second problem with graphics is related to how much pop-in there is during cutscenes and loading screens (more on this later as well).

3. Storyline/Plot

The story of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is told through the eyes of Alvis, a soldier who has been transported to the world of Elysium. He’s been chosen to be a part of the “Guardians” who are tasked with protecting Elysium from “The Mira” (the name given to the enemy). The game does an excellent job of introducing new characters and giving them all their backstories, which will make you feel invested in what is going on. The game also does a great job of introducing new gameplay mechanics along the way as well, keeping players interested throughout the whole story. If you’re looking for a long-time-traveling sci-fi adventure that will keep you entertained for months on end, then Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is definitely worth your time and money (if you can afford it!).

4. Graphics

The graphics in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 are very good; however, they are far from perfect. The graphics are not perfect because there is a lot of “pop-in” (which we will get into later). The other issue with the graphics is related to how much pop-in there is during cutscenes and loading screens. There are multiple scenes in this game that can be incredibly annoying to watch because the characters appear and then disappear while they talk/move around. It’s especially noticeable when you have a conversation with someone and then they walk away suddenly without you being able to continue your conversation with them. There were also times when I felt like I was playing a different game than the one I was currently playing because there were so many glitches and bugs in this game (more on these later as well).

5. Gameplay Mechanics

Although Xenoblade Chronicles 2 has some issues with its graphics, it does an excellent job of keeping gameplay mechanics interesting throughout the whole game. The gameplay mechanics are very good because there are multiple ways to complete missions in this game, which keeps things interesting and prevents players from getting bored. The gameplay mechanics are also interesting because there are various weapons and special attacks that you can use throughout the game. It is up to the player to choose which one will be best for them, which ensures that no two players will play through Xenoblade Chronicles 2 in the same way (which is a good thing).

6. Bugs/Glitches/Errors

There were a few times when I was playing Xenoblade Chronicles 2 when I would suddenly be thrown into an area that I had never been to before, or I would walk into someone and they would disappear out of nowhere without me being able to continue my conversation with them (more on these later as well).

Why Is It Worth Playing?

2. New Game+ Mode

The new game + mode in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is very good because it allows players to play through a new game after they have played through Xenoblade Chronicles 2 (which ensures that players will not play through this game twice). The new game + mode also adds new weapons and new enemies into the original combat system, which ensures that players will not feel like they are playing a “repeat” of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 after they complete Xenoblade Chronicles 2 for the first time.

3. Combat/Game Mechanics

The combat in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is very interesting because it is a third-person action RPG and the combat system in this game is very interesting because it allows players to use different weapons and special attacks that they can unlock throughout the game. The combat system in this game is also very good because the player will not be able to fight all of the enemies in this game, which ensures that players will be forced to develop their strategies for defeating enemies.

4. Visuals

The graphics in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 are very good because they are extremely beautiful and they contain a lot of detail, which ensures that players will be amazed by the graphics during their playthrough of Xenoblade Chronicles 2. The graphics in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 are also very detailed because they contain a lot of things, such as foliage and buildings (which helps make this game feel more realistic).

5. Music/Soundtrack

The music in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is very good because it is very beautiful and it is a mix of orchestral and electronic music, which ensures that players will be able to enjoy the music in Xenoblade Chronicles 2. The soundtrack in this game is also great because it contains a lot of different songs throughout the game, which ensures that players will not get bored.

6. Game Length

The game length in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is very good because it allows players to play through the game for approximately 50 hours (which ensures that players will not get bored during their playthrough of Xenoblade Chronicles 2). The length of this game also means that there are no filler missions/quests/boss fights in Xenoblade Chronicles 2.

7. Replayability

The replayability in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is very good because there are multiple different ways for players to complete this game (such as exploring different areas, completing quests, collecting all items, etc.). There are also hidden dungeons and secret areas throughout this game, which ensure that players will be able to find new items and collect all of the hidden items in Xenoblade Chronicles 2.

8. Challenge

The challenge in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is very good because there are multiple different enemies throughout this game, which ensures that players will be forced to develop strategies for defeating enemies throughout their playthrough of Xenoblade Chronicles 2. The challenge in this game is also very good because there are a lot of difficult bosses in this game, which ensures that players will have to work hard to defeat them (which makes the gameplay more enjoyable).

Is It Worth The Price For Returning Gamers?

1.  Newcomers

If a newcomer to the series plays Xenoblade Chronicles 2, then it is most likely that they will not be disappointed because this game does not contain any major setbacks for newcomers. However, if a newcomer does not play previous Xenoblade games, then it may be a bit difficult for them to understand the gameplay mechanics in Xenoblade Chronicles 2.

2. Players who have played before

If players have already played previous Xenoblade games, then they will enjoy playing Xenoblade Chronicles 2 because it is very similar to previous games in the series (such as Xenoblade Chronicles and Xenoblade). This game also contains similar gameplay mechanics and has many similarities to previous games in the series. If a player has played previous XennoBlades titles, they should be able to understand this game fairly easily.

3. Returning players

If players have already played past XennoBlades titles and are curious about this title, then they should be able to return to Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and understand it fairly easily. Players who have already played past XennoBlades titles, however, will be more familiar with the mechanics in the game than players who have never played past XennoBlades games, so they will be able to enjoy Xenoblade Chronicles 2 even more.

4. Newcomers/Returning Players

It is hard for a newcomer to Xenoblade Chronicles 2. If a newcomer does not understand the gameplay mechanics in Xenoblade Chronicles 2, then they may get overly frustrated and angry because they will not be able to defeat some of the enemies in this game. It is also hard for returning players to this title because if they did not play previous XennoBlades games, then they will struggle to understand what is going on in this game due to it having many similarities to previous games in the series.

Final Words

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is an exciting open-world game that will keep you busy for hours on end. If you love JRPGs and/or open-world games, XC2 is definitely worth the price. The game has a complex combat system and a challenging AI, an addictive story, and tons of side quests that will keep you busy for hours on end. If you’re the kind of gamer who loves hours upon hours of gameplay, endless exploration, and a story that will keep you on the edge of your seat, you’ll love playing Xenoblade Chronicles 2.