Xenoblade Chronicles Makes Surprise Appearance in Days of Our Lives: Nintendo Switch RPG Gets Pop Culture Spotlight

Xenoblade Chronicles, the acclaimed role-playing game from Monolith Soft and published by Nintendo, has found an unexpected place in pop culture thanks to a recent cameo on NBC’s long-standing soap opera, Days of Our Lives.

The mention has delighted fans of both the series and Nintendo Switch, underscoring the growing reach of modern video games in mainstream entertainment. The notable moment unfolded when character Aaron Greene invited Arianna Horton to his room by asking, “Do you want to come play Xenoblade on my Switch?” The exchange was met with good-natured surprise as Arianna replied, "Wow, uh, yeah, yeah sure." This scene was highlighted by Nintendeal on X (formerly Twitter), catching the attention of major gaming outlets like IGN and sparking buzz across social media platforms. Cameos of Nintendo franchises in television and film are not new, with iconic series such as Mario and The Legend of Zelda regularly referenced in pop culture.

However, it is far less common for a deep-cut RPG series like Xenoblade Chronicles—an epic saga developed by Monolith Soft—to be mentioned, especially on a long-running American soap opera such as Days of Our Lives, which has aired for over 61 seasons since its debut in 1965. The choice of Xenoblade Chronicles for this reference has spurred speculation among fans about the show’s writers possibly being enthusiasts of the genre, or at minimum, having an awareness of the growing popularity of the series on the Nintendo Switch.

Regardless of the reasons, this moment has been well received online.

Social media users have shared their enthusiasm, with one fan commenting that after 61 seasons, this was the first time they were compelled to watch the show, thanks to the mention of Xenoblade. Since its initial release in 2010, Xenoblade Chronicles has grown into a prominent flagship RPG franchise for Nintendo, culminating in the critically acclaimed Xenoblade Chronicles 3, which launched exclusively for Nintendo Switch in 2022.

The series is known for its expansive storylines, intricate world-building, and innovative combat systems—attributes that have earned developer Monolith Soft industry-wide recognition and a dedicated player base.

Sales of Xenoblade Chronicles have consistently exceeded expectations, with installments often highlighted during Nintendo Direct presentations and featured prominently on the Nintendo eShop. This unexpected cameo on Days of Our Lives is yet another example of how video games—and specifically Nintendo franchises—are permeating broader entertainment media.

Such references help bring recognition to beloved titles like Xenoblade Chronicles, further bridging the gap between gaming and mainstream pop culture.

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