Nihon Falcom's acclaimed 1987 role-playing game, Xanadu, is making its way to a new generation of players, with the MSX version set to launch on the Nintendo Switch eShop on November 20, 2025.
Published as part of D4 Enterprise's revered EGGCONSOLE series, this release aims to preserve a vital chapter in Japanese RPG history while providing modern audiences with an opportunity to experience a cornerstone of the genre. First introduced in the 1980s, Xanadu has played a significant role in shaping the action-RPG landscape.
The MSX release follows D4 Enterprise's recent strategy of bringing classic iterations of the title to Nintendo's hybrid platform.
Previous EGGCONSOLE launches include the original 1985 PC-8801 version in December 2023, and the 1995 PC-9801 remake, Revival Xanadu, released in June 2024.
With this third release, D4 Enterprise continues its commitment to retro game preservation on the Nintendo Switch eShop. In Xanadu, players undertake an epic journey to locate a legendary sword capable of defeating the fearsome King Dragon, a threat that has plagued the land.
The game was notable for its dynamic range of perspectives: an overhead view and side-scrolling gameplay merge fluidly for exploration, while conversations within inns, shops, and other locations transition into a first-person, visual novel-inspired interface.
This blend of mechanics contributed to Xanadu’s lasting influence among role-playing fans in Japan and beyond. The MSX version introduces several improvements over the original release.
D4 Enterprise highlights the addition of item icons for equipped gear, offering players immediate visual feedback and streamlined inventory management displayed at the screen's lower edge.
This version also features an enhanced soundtrack by legendary composers Yuzo Koshiro and Mieko Ishikawa, adding greater depth to the game’s atmosphere.
Furthermore, the MSX port debuts the CST (crest) system, allowing players to spend crests during character creation and level advancement, refining party customization and progression. According to D4 Enterprise’s official EGGCONSOLE website, Xanadu for MSX will be priced at $6.49 on the Nintendo eShop.
This competitive pricing ensures accessibility for both newcomers to the series and enthusiastic collectors eager to revisit the influential RPG. The ongoing series of retro reissues by D4 Enterprise under the EGGCONSOLE brand underscores a broader commitment to bringing Japanese PC gaming history to modern platforms.
Xanadu’s upcoming release cements its value as a foundational RPG and introduces its unique blend of mechanics and narrative to a worldwide audience on the Nintendo Switch. For RPG enthusiasts and retro collectors alike, the MSX version of Xanadu offers a rare opportunity to experience a historical milestone firsthand, with authentic enhancements means to both preserve and revitalize the legacy of Nihon Falcom's genre-defining classic.
Published as part of D4 Enterprise's revered EGGCONSOLE series, this release aims to preserve a vital chapter in Japanese RPG history while providing modern audiences with an opportunity to experience a cornerstone of the genre. First introduced in the 1980s, Xanadu has played a significant role in shaping the action-RPG landscape.
The MSX release follows D4 Enterprise's recent strategy of bringing classic iterations of the title to Nintendo's hybrid platform.
Previous EGGCONSOLE launches include the original 1985 PC-8801 version in December 2023, and the 1995 PC-9801 remake, Revival Xanadu, released in June 2024.
With this third release, D4 Enterprise continues its commitment to retro game preservation on the Nintendo Switch eShop. In Xanadu, players undertake an epic journey to locate a legendary sword capable of defeating the fearsome King Dragon, a threat that has plagued the land.
The game was notable for its dynamic range of perspectives: an overhead view and side-scrolling gameplay merge fluidly for exploration, while conversations within inns, shops, and other locations transition into a first-person, visual novel-inspired interface.
This blend of mechanics contributed to Xanadu’s lasting influence among role-playing fans in Japan and beyond. The MSX version introduces several improvements over the original release.
D4 Enterprise highlights the addition of item icons for equipped gear, offering players immediate visual feedback and streamlined inventory management displayed at the screen's lower edge.
This version also features an enhanced soundtrack by legendary composers Yuzo Koshiro and Mieko Ishikawa, adding greater depth to the game’s atmosphere.
Furthermore, the MSX port debuts the CST (crest) system, allowing players to spend crests during character creation and level advancement, refining party customization and progression. According to D4 Enterprise’s official EGGCONSOLE website, Xanadu for MSX will be priced at $6.49 on the Nintendo eShop.
This competitive pricing ensures accessibility for both newcomers to the series and enthusiastic collectors eager to revisit the influential RPG. The ongoing series of retro reissues by D4 Enterprise under the EGGCONSOLE brand underscores a broader commitment to bringing Japanese PC gaming history to modern platforms.
Xanadu’s upcoming release cements its value as a foundational RPG and introduces its unique blend of mechanics and narrative to a worldwide audience on the Nintendo Switch. For RPG enthusiasts and retro collectors alike, the MSX version of Xanadu offers a rare opportunity to experience a historical milestone firsthand, with authentic enhancements means to both preserve and revitalize the legacy of Nihon Falcom's genre-defining classic.
