Monolith Soft, the acclaimed studio renowned for shaping the Xenoblade series, has concluded its operations for the year, closing out a productive period marked by significant releases and collaborations.
In an official New Year’s message, the developer confirmed that their major projects for 2025 are complete, capping off a banner year for both fans and the team alike. Emerging from a celebrated legacy in RPGs and large-scale world-building, Monolith Soft’s headline release for 2025 was Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition.
This Nintendo Switch title revitalized the beloved Wii U classic, enhancing the experience with updated visuals, streamlined gameplay, and quality-of-life improvements.
The remaster not only introduced the game to a broader audience via the Nintendo eShop but also affirmed Monolith Soft’s expertise in delivering expansive, story-rich adventures that resonate with both longtime fans and newcomers. Complementing their flagship release, Monolith Soft also played a vital support role in the development of Mario Kart World, another key title in Nintendo’s 2025 Switch lineup.
Their contributions in world design and technical support were pivotal in ensuring Mario Kart World maintained the franchise’s reputation for energetic racing and innovative track design.
The game quickly became a highlight on the Nintendo Switch, reflecting both the collaborative spirit and technical prowess for which Monolith Soft has become known. In their official year-end update, Monolith Soft stated, "With the end of the year, our team has wrapped up work for 2025.
This year saw the release of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, along with our substantial support on Mario Kart World.
We are committed to continuing this dedication into the next year, and hope that our community will continue to support us moving forward." Monolith Soft’s ongoing partnership with Nintendo is widely recognized as instrumental to the quality and ambition of first-party Switch titles.
With Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition and support on Mario Kart World now added to their portfolio, the studio continues to reinforce its status as a cornerstone in Nintendo’s global development network. Although the developer hasn’t revealed details on future projects for 2026 or beyond, Monolith Soft’s consistent delivery of high-quality experiences has set high expectations within the industry.
For now, fans can enjoy the studio’s recent achievements on the Nintendo Switch and anticipate what the future may hold from this leading force in Japanese game development.
In an official New Year’s message, the developer confirmed that their major projects for 2025 are complete, capping off a banner year for both fans and the team alike. Emerging from a celebrated legacy in RPGs and large-scale world-building, Monolith Soft’s headline release for 2025 was Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition.
This Nintendo Switch title revitalized the beloved Wii U classic, enhancing the experience with updated visuals, streamlined gameplay, and quality-of-life improvements.
The remaster not only introduced the game to a broader audience via the Nintendo eShop but also affirmed Monolith Soft’s expertise in delivering expansive, story-rich adventures that resonate with both longtime fans and newcomers. Complementing their flagship release, Monolith Soft also played a vital support role in the development of Mario Kart World, another key title in Nintendo’s 2025 Switch lineup.
Their contributions in world design and technical support were pivotal in ensuring Mario Kart World maintained the franchise’s reputation for energetic racing and innovative track design.
The game quickly became a highlight on the Nintendo Switch, reflecting both the collaborative spirit and technical prowess for which Monolith Soft has become known. In their official year-end update, Monolith Soft stated, "With the end of the year, our team has wrapped up work for 2025.
This year saw the release of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, along with our substantial support on Mario Kart World.
We are committed to continuing this dedication into the next year, and hope that our community will continue to support us moving forward." Monolith Soft’s ongoing partnership with Nintendo is widely recognized as instrumental to the quality and ambition of first-party Switch titles.
With Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition and support on Mario Kart World now added to their portfolio, the studio continues to reinforce its status as a cornerstone in Nintendo’s global development network. Although the developer hasn’t revealed details on future projects for 2026 or beyond, Monolith Soft’s consistent delivery of high-quality experiences has set high expectations within the industry.
For now, fans can enjoy the studio’s recent achievements on the Nintendo Switch and anticipate what the future may hold from this leading force in Japanese game development.
