Latest Reviews of Monolith Soft Games
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These days, Monolith Soft is well known for being one of Nintendo’s finest internal teams, with the Xenoblade Chronicles games delivering some of the finest open-world JRPG goodness available. Long before the company was acquired by Nintendo, however, some of the first projects it produced were the two Baten Kaitos games,...
Review Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed (Switch) - A Stunning Denouement, Utterly Essential
We're really feeling it
Nine months on from the release of the stunning Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and, true to form, Monolith Soft has once again delivered a hefty chunk of story-based DLC for fans to sink their teeth into, this time in the shape of Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed. We’ve already had a bunch of fun new heroes and an all-new...
Review Xenoblade Chronicles 3 (Switch) - An Epic, Emotionally-Charged Masterpiece
From Here to Eternity
The Xenoblade Chronicles 3 key art promises a hell of a lot. You know the shot, that jaw-dropping vista with its deep blue skies and lush green fields, this time joined by an impossible rock formation looming large on the horizon as the silhouettes of a band of heroes you've yet to meet look on. It's an image that exudes the...
We're (still) really feeling it
If you were around to browse this site about nine years ago, you may have been privy to the rising support for localization of a game called Xenoblade Chronicles. Back then, the title was just a niche Japanese RPG that Nintendo was extremely hesitant to release outside of the country, but the fans saw something in it...
Review Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna - The Golden Country (Switch) - So Much More Than Just DLC
Golden time
By the time Xenoblade Chronicles 2 launched in December 2017, Switch fans were near exhausted with content. Less than a year into its launch, Nintendo’s burgeoning new hardware had the best Zelda yet, the return of its most-lauded Mario Kart, the glorious multiplayer action of Splatoon 2
Review Xenoblade Chronicles 2 (Switch)
Is the Switch feeling it?
It seems so long ago now, but the latter half of the Wii lifespan had an overarching tale focused on localisation. Fans in the West kicked off 'Operation Rainfall' when it was clear that three intriguing Nintendo-published games would be Japan-only. Eventually they made their way to the West, and of the three titles...
Review Xenoblade Chronicles X (Wii U)
A Mira-culous discovery
Monolith Soft has made plenty of bold claims about Xenoblade Chronicles X. It's talked up the size of the planet as being five times that of Xenoblade Chronicles, stated that any landscape you see is there to be explored, and promised that there are not only dozens of hours of legitimate gameplay, but hundreds. Often that...
Review Xenoblade Chronicles (Wii)
A true epic
It's been a strange year for the Nintendo Wii, with a sparse release schedule and many proclaiming the death of the console. Yet here we have Xenoblade Chronicles, which debuted in Japan simply as Xenoblade in June 2010. This current release is only available in Europe and PAL regions, prompting fan-group protests in North America. To be...
Review Disaster: Day of Crisis (Wii)
Monolith's near cancelled game finally gets a release, but is it a total disaster waiting to happen?
The term 'action-blockbuster' is thrown around frequently these days, usually to describe an explosion-heavy-plot-thin film which garners praise and box-office approval. Taking a cue from this definition, Disaster: Day of Crisis leaps onto the Wii,...
Latest Monolith Soft Articles
News Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Trailer Sheds Light On Its Story
The year is 2054
Nintendo has released a new trailer looking at the story for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on the Switch. Currently slated to release on 20th March 2025, the game is an enhanced version of the Wii U classic, boasting improved visuals and brand new story content. Clocking in at just over 3 and a half minutes, the new...
News Nintendo Now Officially Owns 100% Of Monolith Soft
The chronicle continues
The 'Company Profile' section of the Monolith Soft website has been updated and it looks like Nintendo now finally owns 100% of the company (thanks, Automaton West). The Big N first staked its claim in Monolith back in 2007, purchasing 80% of its shares from Namco before increasing its proportion to 96% in 2011. It's unclear...
Random Monolith Soft Showcases Piles And Piles Of Xenoblade Chronicles Scripts
Yeah, that's a lot
You really don't need us to tell you just how dense the Xenoblade Chronicles franchise is when it comes to plot and dialogue, so we're going to let developer Monolith Soft itself do the talking. In a recent social media post, the team has showcased the sheer wealth of script books accumulated from the series so far, and it's a...
News Mortal Kombat 1 Adds Ghostface From 'Scream' In New Switch Game Update
The latest patch also includes fixes and adjustments
NetherRealm has been slowly expanding Mortal Kombat 1's DLC roster and it's now confirmed Ghostface from the Scream series will be released next month. Yes, ahead of Halloween, we've also got a first look - showing off the character's skillset...which is basically a knife! Here's a brief look,...
Talking Point Will Xenoblade Chronicles X Finally Tie Into The Wider Series On Switch?
It's Uncontrollable
“This story never truly ends…” We’ve been waiting almost 10 years to understand what the final words of Xenoblade Chronicles X mean. We’re used to earth-shattering plot reveals from Monolith Soft at this point, but even for Tetsuya Takahashi, the final sequence of Xenoblade Chronicles X drops a metric ton of them,...
News Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Is Eating Up Views On YouTube
More than one million already
To say that Nintendo fans are eager to experience Xenoblade Chronicles X on the Switch would be somewhat of an understatement. It's true that the desire for a port of the Wii U RPG has been strong for several years now, but if the debut trailer's current viewcount is anything to go by, it seems that excitement for this...
Poll So, Will You Be Getting Xenoblade Chronicles X For Switch?
The 'Definitive Edition' arrives next March
Nintendo has shared a handful of surprises so far this week and perhaps the highlight of the lot has been announcement of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition for Switch. This spin-off originally made its debut on the Wii U in 2015 but didn't get quite the same level of exposure as other entries in...
News Xenoblade Chronicles X Fans Are Once Again Discussing The Game's 'Censorship'
Switch version is based on the Western original
Now that we've taken a moment to really let the news that Xenoblade Chronicles X is coming to Switch sink in, we've started to notice that a small selection of fans aren't too happy about some supposed censorship in the game. Now, we want to start by nipping something in the bud. After the release of...
News Monolith Soft Is Expanding Its In-House Xenoblade Game Engine For Future Titles
And it has landed a new R&D division
Monolith Soft, the studio behind the Xenoblade Chronicles series, is expanding its in-house engine for use on future titles thanks to its newly-founded R&D department (thanks, Automaton). That is according to the company’s Chief Creative Officer Tetsuya Takahashi and lead programmer Michihiko Inaba, who,...
News Nintendo's Xenoblade Chronicles Dev Monolith Soft Is Now 25 Years Old
"May your future games be just as amazing and loved"
Update: Nintendo has now published a special anniversary video celebrating 25 years of Monolith Soft. The developer has also opened a special 25th anniversary webpage featuring multiple commemorative wallpapers as well as a special message from Representative Director Hirohide Sugiura: Monolith...
News Baten Kaitos Soundtracks Now Available On Various Music Platforms
Listen to 118 songs
The Baten Kaitos games made a return last September, and if you enjoy the music from this JRPG series by Monolith Soft, you might be interested in Bandai Namco's latest announcement. The soundtracks for Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean as well as Baten Kaitos: Origins are now available on "various music platforms"...
News Xenoblade Chronicles Dev Monolith Soft Is Recruiting For A 'New RPG'
Eight roles are up for grabs
Monolith Soft, the developer behind the wonderful Xenoblade Chronicles franchise, has announced that it is looking to recruit new talent for what it describes as a 'new RPG'. In a post via the studio's official website (thanks, Nintendo Everything), founder, CCO, and executive director Tetsuya Takahashi put a call out...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Artist Celebrates Second Anniversary With New Illustration
Spotlighting Eunie
This week marks the second anniversary of the Switch exclusive Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and while there's nothing planned for this occasion, it seems the game's character designer Masatsugu Saito has shared some new artwork on his social media page. It's an illustration of the character Eunie, with some English text on the side to...
News Monolith Soft Is Looking For Programmer With "3D Action Game Experience"
Hints at the next project?
Monolith Soft has recently updated its recruitment page, and it appears that the Xenoblade series developer is looking for someone with experience in 3D action games. As spotted by My Nintendo News, the Nintendo subsidiary is looking for an "application programmer" to join the team. Using Google Translate, we can see that...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Is Getting A New Official Art Book, Stunning Cover Illustration Revealed
Coming to Japan this April
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 post-launch development has pretty much wrapped up at this point, but it's not completely over just yet. Apart from an update today introducing amiibo support to the game, it seems a brand new art book has just been revealed. Earlier before Kadokawa unveiled the 'Xenoblade 3 Official Artworks:...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Latest Update Adds New amiibo Support, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Unlock some special in-game goodies
Now that the new year is underway, Nintendo is slowly returning to its regular schedule with new game releases, Switch Online subscription content, and game updates. With this in mind, Nintendo has today released a new update for its smash-hit RPG Xenoblade Chronicles 3. It lines up with the release of today's...
Poll Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster Is Out On Switch This Week, Will You Be Getting It?
"Two JRPG masterpieces return"
This week marks the anticipated return of the Baten Kaitos series, with Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster arriving on the Nintendo Switch. As the name suggests, this package contains "two JRPG masterpieces" by Monolith and tri-Crescendo dating back to the GameCube era. This includes Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Version 2.1.1 Is Out Now, Here Are The Patch Notes
Download it today
Pokémon isn't the only game that's been updated today, it seems Monolith Soft and Nintendo have also released a patch for the excellent Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Compared to the previous update, Version 2.1.1 is quite small. It contains some bug fixes tied to the Expansion Pass and addresses a battle issue. You can get the full...
News The Next Xenoblade Will Be "Vastly Different" Says Monolith Soft Director
"A game that doesn’t take on new challenges also has no future."
Developer notes from Xenoblade series creator and Monolith Soft director Tetsuya Takahashi have been translated and shared online, and they reveal an interesting take on the future of the series — that the next game will be "vastly different" from previous entries. The message...
Gallery Here's A Look At The Gorgeous Xenoblade Chronicles Original Soundtrack Trinity Box
A musical tri-umph
If you love the Xenoblade Chronicles series, regardless of what your favourite game in the franchise is, there's something everyone can agree on — the music is phenomenal. Earlier this year, not only did we get a long-awaited release date for the Xenoblade Chronicles 3 soundtrack, but we also got the reveal stunning new...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Character Designer Celebrates 1st Anniversary With Special Artwork
Time flies when you're saving the day
The trend of releasing special artwork to celebrate continues with Xenoblade Chronicles 3 this week reaching its first anniversary. Yes, believe it or not, but the third entry has now been available exclusively on the Nintendo Switch for an entire year. To mark this special occasion, the game's character...
Poll Were You Able To Get The New Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo?
Pyra & Mythra join the battle in limited supply
Nintendo has mentioned on a number of occasions how it wants to improve stock and reduce supply shortages, and while it's an ongoing effort, sometimes there's a lot more demand for certain products. Last week, it released amiibo for the Xenoblade Chronicles characters Pyra and Mythra. These also...
News Monolith Soft Profits Almost Doubled In Fiscal Year Ending March 2023
A sparkin' good result
Monolith Soft had a cracking 2022 with the release of Xenoblade Chronicles 3, one of our favourite games of the year and a culmination of everything the developer has learned. And it shows in a recent report acquired by Gamebiz.jp (via Noisy Pixel), as the developer has almost doubled its profits in the fiscal year ending...
Soapbox Torna - The Golden Country Is One Of The Best DLCs Of All Time
Future established
Soapbox features enable our individual writers and contributors to voice their opinions on hot topics and random stuff they've been chewing over. Today, Alana proclaims that Xenoblade Chronicles 2 has one of the best pieces of DLC ever in Torna - The Golden Country, and ponders what that could mean for Xenoblade Chronicles 3:...
News Surprise! Xenoblade Chronicles 3 "Final DLC" Launches On Switch Next Week
"Join a cast of new and familiar characters"
Alongside the Xenoblade amiibo announcement, Nintendo has surprised many Switch owners by announcing "the final DLC" in the Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Expansion Pass will be arriving next week on 25th April. The official trailer provides fans with a glimpse of what's to come in 'Future Redeemed' and also...
News Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Trailer Sheds Light On Its Story
The year is 2054
Nintendo has released a new trailer looking at the story for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on the Switch. Currently slated to release on 20th March 2025, the game is an enhanced version of the Wii U classic, boasting improved visuals and brand new story content. Clocking in at just over 3 and a half minutes, the new...
News Nintendo Now Officially Owns 100% Of Monolith Soft
The chronicle continues
The 'Company Profile' section of the Monolith Soft website has been updated and it looks like Nintendo now finally owns 100% of the company (thanks, Automaton West). The Big N first staked its claim in Monolith back in 2007, purchasing 80% of its shares from Namco before increasing its proportion to 96% in 2011. It's unclear...
Random Monolith Soft Showcases Piles And Piles Of Xenoblade Chronicles Scripts
Yeah, that's a lot
You really don't need us to tell you just how dense the Xenoblade Chronicles franchise is when it comes to plot and dialogue, so we're going to let developer Monolith Soft itself do the talking. In a recent social media post, the team has showcased the sheer wealth of script books accumulated from the series so far, and it's a...
News Mortal Kombat 1 Adds Ghostface From 'Scream' In New Switch Game Update
The latest patch also includes fixes and adjustments
NetherRealm has been slowly expanding Mortal Kombat 1's DLC roster and it's now confirmed Ghostface from the Scream series will be released next month. Yes, ahead of Halloween, we've also got a first look - showing off the character's skillset...which is basically a knife! Here's a brief look,...
Talking Point Will Xenoblade Chronicles X Finally Tie Into The Wider Series On Switch?
It's Uncontrollable
“This story never truly ends…” We’ve been waiting almost 10 years to understand what the final words of Xenoblade Chronicles X mean. We’re used to earth-shattering plot reveals from Monolith Soft at this point, but even for Tetsuya Takahashi, the final sequence of Xenoblade Chronicles X drops a metric ton of them,...
News Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Is Eating Up Views On YouTube
More than one million already
To say that Nintendo fans are eager to experience Xenoblade Chronicles X on the Switch would be somewhat of an understatement. It's true that the desire for a port of the Wii U RPG has been strong for several years now, but if the debut trailer's current viewcount is anything to go by, it seems that excitement for this...
Poll So, Will You Be Getting Xenoblade Chronicles X For Switch?
The 'Definitive Edition' arrives next March
Nintendo has shared a handful of surprises so far this week and perhaps the highlight of the lot has been announcement of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition for Switch. This spin-off originally made its debut on the Wii U in 2015 but didn't get quite the same level of exposure as other entries in...
News Xenoblade Chronicles X Fans Are Once Again Discussing The Game's 'Censorship'
Switch version is based on the Western original
Now that we've taken a moment to really let the news that Xenoblade Chronicles X is coming to Switch sink in, we've started to notice that a small selection of fans aren't too happy about some supposed censorship in the game. Now, we want to start by nipping something in the bud. After the release of...
News Monolith Soft Is Expanding Its In-House Xenoblade Game Engine For Future Titles
And it has landed a new R&D division
Monolith Soft, the studio behind the Xenoblade Chronicles series, is expanding its in-house engine for use on future titles thanks to its newly-founded R&D department (thanks, Automaton). That is according to the company’s Chief Creative Officer Tetsuya Takahashi and lead programmer Michihiko Inaba, who,...
News Nintendo's Xenoblade Chronicles Dev Monolith Soft Is Now 25 Years Old
"May your future games be just as amazing and loved"
Update: Nintendo has now published a special anniversary video celebrating 25 years of Monolith Soft. The developer has also opened a special 25th anniversary webpage featuring multiple commemorative wallpapers as well as a special message from Representative Director Hirohide Sugiura: Monolith...
News Baten Kaitos Soundtracks Now Available On Various Music Platforms
Listen to 118 songs
The Baten Kaitos games made a return last September, and if you enjoy the music from this JRPG series by Monolith Soft, you might be interested in Bandai Namco's latest announcement. The soundtracks for Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean as well as Baten Kaitos: Origins are now available on "various music platforms"...
News Xenoblade Chronicles Dev Monolith Soft Is Recruiting For A 'New RPG'
Eight roles are up for grabs
Monolith Soft, the developer behind the wonderful Xenoblade Chronicles franchise, has announced that it is looking to recruit new talent for what it describes as a 'new RPG'. In a post via the studio's official website (thanks, Nintendo Everything), founder, CCO, and executive director Tetsuya Takahashi put a call out...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Artist Celebrates Second Anniversary With New Illustration
Spotlighting Eunie
This week marks the second anniversary of the Switch exclusive Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and while there's nothing planned for this occasion, it seems the game's character designer Masatsugu Saito has shared some new artwork on his social media page. It's an illustration of the character Eunie, with some English text on the side to...
News Monolith Soft Is Looking For Programmer With "3D Action Game Experience"
Hints at the next project?
Monolith Soft has recently updated its recruitment page, and it appears that the Xenoblade series developer is looking for someone with experience in 3D action games. As spotted by My Nintendo News, the Nintendo subsidiary is looking for an "application programmer" to join the team. Using Google Translate, we can see that...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Is Getting A New Official Art Book, Stunning Cover Illustration Revealed
Coming to Japan this April
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 post-launch development has pretty much wrapped up at this point, but it's not completely over just yet. Apart from an update today introducing amiibo support to the game, it seems a brand new art book has just been revealed. Earlier before Kadokawa unveiled the 'Xenoblade 3 Official Artworks:...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Latest Update Adds New amiibo Support, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Unlock some special in-game goodies
Now that the new year is underway, Nintendo is slowly returning to its regular schedule with new game releases, Switch Online subscription content, and game updates. With this in mind, Nintendo has today released a new update for its smash-hit RPG Xenoblade Chronicles 3. It lines up with the release of today's...
Poll Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster Is Out On Switch This Week, Will You Be Getting It?
"Two JRPG masterpieces return"
This week marks the anticipated return of the Baten Kaitos series, with Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster arriving on the Nintendo Switch. As the name suggests, this package contains "two JRPG masterpieces" by Monolith and tri-Crescendo dating back to the GameCube era. This includes Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Version 2.1.1 Is Out Now, Here Are The Patch Notes
Download it today
Pokémon isn't the only game that's been updated today, it seems Monolith Soft and Nintendo have also released a patch for the excellent Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Compared to the previous update, Version 2.1.1 is quite small. It contains some bug fixes tied to the Expansion Pass and addresses a battle issue. You can get the full...
News The Next Xenoblade Will Be "Vastly Different" Says Monolith Soft Director
"A game that doesn’t take on new challenges also has no future."
Developer notes from Xenoblade series creator and Monolith Soft director Tetsuya Takahashi have been translated and shared online, and they reveal an interesting take on the future of the series — that the next game will be "vastly different" from previous entries. The message...
Gallery Here's A Look At The Gorgeous Xenoblade Chronicles Original Soundtrack Trinity Box
A musical tri-umph
If you love the Xenoblade Chronicles series, regardless of what your favourite game in the franchise is, there's something everyone can agree on — the music is phenomenal. Earlier this year, not only did we get a long-awaited release date for the Xenoblade Chronicles 3 soundtrack, but we also got the reveal stunning new...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Character Designer Celebrates 1st Anniversary With Special Artwork
Time flies when you're saving the day
The trend of releasing special artwork to celebrate continues with Xenoblade Chronicles 3 this week reaching its first anniversary. Yes, believe it or not, but the third entry has now been available exclusively on the Nintendo Switch for an entire year. To mark this special occasion, the game's character...
Poll Were You Able To Get The New Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo?
Pyra & Mythra join the battle in limited supply
Nintendo has mentioned on a number of occasions how it wants to improve stock and reduce supply shortages, and while it's an ongoing effort, sometimes there's a lot more demand for certain products. Last week, it released amiibo for the Xenoblade Chronicles characters Pyra and Mythra. These also...
News Monolith Soft Profits Almost Doubled In Fiscal Year Ending March 2023
A sparkin' good result
Monolith Soft had a cracking 2022 with the release of Xenoblade Chronicles 3, one of our favourite games of the year and a culmination of everything the developer has learned. And it shows in a recent report acquired by Gamebiz.jp (via Noisy Pixel), as the developer has almost doubled its profits in the fiscal year ending...
Soapbox Torna - The Golden Country Is One Of The Best DLCs Of All Time
Future established
Soapbox features enable our individual writers and contributors to voice their opinions on hot topics and random stuff they've been chewing over. Today, Alana proclaims that Xenoblade Chronicles 2 has one of the best pieces of DLC ever in Torna - The Golden Country, and ponders what that could mean for Xenoblade Chronicles 3:...
News Surprise! Xenoblade Chronicles 3 "Final DLC" Launches On Switch Next Week
"Join a cast of new and familiar characters"
Alongside the Xenoblade amiibo announcement, Nintendo has surprised many Switch owners by announcing "the final DLC" in the Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Expansion Pass will be arriving next week on 25th April. The official trailer provides fans with a glimpse of what's to come in 'Future Redeemed' and also...