Diving into the expansive universe of Xenoblade Chronicles X can be an overwhelming experience, even for seasoned JRPG players. The game boasts a vast array of systems and mechanics, ranging from intense combat to deep exploration capabilities. Although there’s an in-game tutorial designed to guide players, it’s not uncommon for many to skip over this resource.
The enhanced version of the game incorporates several quality-of-life updates aimed at streamlining some aspects of the original. However, newcomers may still find the game’s intricacies perplexing without a bit of guidance.
10 Your Choices Matter—ish
At Least For Party Member Relationships
From the outset, players are presented with dialogue options for the game’s expressive protagonist, influencing interactions with party members. While these choices do not affect the overarching storyline—there is a fixed narrative—they can impact side missions in minor ways.
As you move through missions or engage in heart-to-heart conversations with party members, your dialogue choices can earn you affinity points. To strengthen bonds with specific characters, consider including them in your party during side quests and responding in ways that resonate with their personalities. This strategy can lead to delightful outcomes in your adventures.
9 Don’t Fret Over Divisions
There Are No Differences Between Them
Upon joining BLADE, players are greeted with a choice among eight divisions, each with its unique specialties. In the original Wii U version, these divisions were crucial for gameplay, requiring players to engage in corresponding activities to accumulate Division Points.
However, in the Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, the role of divisions has diminished to a cosmetic feature, doing away with division or Field Skill levels entirely. You can pick a division based on your role-playing style and change divisions anytime using a Customization PC located in the Barracks.
8 Grab Every Basic Mission Possible
Complete Them While Exploring
After joining BLADE, you will have access to a variety of missions categorized as normal, basic, affinity, and story missions. Story and Affinity missions are single-thread, meaning you can only pursue one at a time. Conversely, normal and basic missions offer more flexibility.
Normal missions resemble traditional JRPG side quests and can enhance an area’s survey rating. Basic missions, obtained through the Mission Control console outside the BLADE Barracks, should be accepted as frequently as possible. With a cap of twenty missions at a time, they range from defeating monsters to collect items, each straightforward and rewarding.
Moreover, already obtained collectibles will complete a Basic Mission instantly when accepted. The Definitive Edition ensures visibility with task markers, allowing seamless completion during exploration.
7 Play Online Whenever Possible
Though It Requires a Nintendo Subscription
Activating the online squad feature in Chapter 4 brings a new layer of gameplay. Similar to hubs in Monster Hunter, it allows players to embark on Online Missions together while separately advancing their own stories.
These Online Missions, akin to Support Missions, reward players with experience, currency, and exclusive material tickets. It’s wise to stay connected online to reap the benefits, whether or not you actively pursue missions. Being part of a squad also means you can enjoy Squad Tasks, which can result in additional material tickets, translating into crafting resources.
6 Miranium Has A Storage Limit
Increase Storage or Spend the Material
In Xenoblade Chronicles X, players will primarily manage two resources: credits and miranium. While credits serve as currency, miranium is a unique resource critical for crafting and mission completion.
Mining probes can be placed throughout the FrontierNav to passively acquire miranium. However, a storage limit of 6, 000 makes it necessary to either expand storage by placing Storage Probes or spend miranium regularly. Personally, I utilize a combination of both tactics to minimize constant micromanagement of resources.
5 Equip Your Augments
The Game Forgot This Lesson
Augments in Xenoblade Chronicles X quickly enhance equipment with special effects, but the game neglects to explain how to equip them. Thankfully, here’s your guide!
Access the Ground Gear menu to check your equipment. Pressing ZL brings up the Additional Effects section. When a piece of gear has an open slot, clicking it will allow you to fit an augment and amplify your efficiency.
You won’t face downsides in equipping or removing augments, making it beneficial to equip them across all your gear. Augments can be obtained through missions or crafted at the Arms Manufacturer console.
4 Upgrade Arts and Skills
You Can Reset Them Anytime
As your class levels up in Xenoblade Chronicles X, new Arts and Skills become available for upgrade using Battle Points. While players often hesitate to expend resources early on, fear not! Respec for a nominal cost in credits, making upgrading your Arts a viable strategy.
Focus on leveling Arts and Skills that align with your particular build. Although it’s tempting to spread points across various skills, specialization often yields the best results. Gather Battle Points through leveling, collecting items for the Collectopedia, unearthing treasure chests, and completing missions, particularly Support Missions. Remember, don’t hoard those Battle Points; use them wisely!
3 Don’t Focus Solely on TP Arts
Equip Arts According to Your Build
Combat in Xenoblade Chronicles X resembles that of an MMO; characters engage enemies via auto-attacks while players choose abilities that recharge in real-time. While most Arts can be freely used, the most powerful ones necessitate Tension Points, a critical but challenging resource.
Gaining Tension Points occurs through auto-attacks based on weapon attributes or specific Arts, with a base Max TP of 3000. Using Tension Arts costs 1000 TP per cast, leading to potential mismanagement if your toolkit relies heavily on these options.
Instead, tailor your Arts setup to suit your playstyle. For instance, buffing melee capabilities means selecting Tension Auras that enhance melee damage. If you’re inclined toward TP Arts, gear up with weapons that have a high TP Gain Value to maximize your effectiveness.
2 Prepare Before a Nasty Fight
Fight That Tyrant With a Full TP Bar
TP management is crucial as it persists between fights. Before facing a challenging boss or Tyrant, deplete some weaker enemies to build your TP bar as a tactical advantage.
Utilize Arts like the Commando’s Sliding Slinger, which restores TP upon use, to fill your TP quickly. The Quick Cooldown feature allows for rapid usage on minor foes, expediting your TP accumulation.
Engaging in Soul Challenges offers another avenue for gaining TP; landing a Perfect during these challenges can significantly boost your resources. Keep in mind that reviving fallen party members requires 3000 TP, so managing your resources wisely is essential.
1 Exploration Is Never Too Much
Enjoy the Sprawling World of Mira
Director Tetsuya Takahashi emphasized the importance of exploration in Xenoblade Chronicles X, and players are encouraged to step beyond mere mission markers. The Definitive Edition introduces numerous navigation aids, yet much treasure lies beyond the scripted paths.
Forging your own path often reveals hidden landmarks, treasures, and additional rewards, enhancing your experience and enrichening your survey rates for further benefits.
Crystal-shaped items scattered throughout Mira are ideal for the Collectopedia, providing extra Battle Points upon registration. Deploying new mining probes unlocks greater monetary rewards and miranium, ultimately allowing players to acquire superior gear.
In conclusion, while you chart your course through Xenoblade Chronicles X, embrace your freedom to explore and rediscover the joy of adventures beyond the main objectives. You may be pleasantly surprised by what you uncover!
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