Monolith Soft, the creative force behind the acclaimed Xenoblade Chronicles series, recently unveiled a staggering visual on social media: a mountain of scripts showcasing the sheer scale of the game's development. This glimpse into the production process highlights the immense effort poured into crafting the series' rich narratives.
Xenoblade Chronicles: A Monumental JRPG
A Sea of Scripts
Monolith Soft's X (formerly Twitter) post featured towering stacks of script books—a testament to the series' expansive storylines. The post emphasized that these piles represent only the main narrative, with additional scripts dedicated solely to side quests, further illustrating the colossal undertaking involved in creating these games.
The Xenoblade Chronicles series is renowned for its massive scope, encompassing intricate plots, extensive dialogue, vast worlds, and substantial gameplay hours. Completing a single title typically demands at least 70 hours, excluding optional content and side quests. Dedicated players have even reported exceeding 150 hours to achieve full completion.
The post sparked enthusiastic reactions from fans, many expressing astonishment at the sheer volume of scripts. Comments ranged from expressions of awe ("so awesome!") to humorous requests for purchasing the scripts as collector's items.
Regarding the future of the beloved series, Monolith Soft has yet to announce the next installment. However, fans can look forward to the upcoming release of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, slated for March 20th, 2025, on Nintendo Switch. Pre-orders are available now on the Nintendo eShop in digital and physical formats, priced at $59.99 USD.
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