Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Receives Full Nintendo Switch 2 Compatibility Update

Nintendo has announced a significant update for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, securing the game's full backwards compatibility on the Nintendo Switch 2.

Monolith Soft’s acclaimed RPG now operates seamlessly on Nintendo's newest hardware, following a period in which players reported audio synchronization issues during gameplay. When the Nintendo Switch 2 launched in June, many fans were eager to revisit Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on the upgraded system.

However, a recurring problem quickly surfaced: character voices frequently fell out of sync with the game’s visuals.

Nintendo acknowledged these user reports soon after, citing technical differences between the Switch and Switch 2 as the root cause. After several months of behind-the-scenes work, Nintendo has released a comprehensive fix that resolves all known compatibility issues for the title.

The company updated the Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition eShop listing to confirm the successful patching of these problems.

"We have addressed previous concerns affecting voice synchronization, ensuring that players on Nintendo Switch 2 receive the intended experience," a Nintendo spokesperson conveyed through the updated support note. Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, developed by Monolith Soft, has earned a dedicated following since its release.

The updated version maintains the sprawling open-world design and deep RPG mechanics that have become the hallmark of the Xenoblade series.

Now fully optimized for Nintendo Switch 2, the game supports both physical and digital formats and is available on the Nintendo eShop worldwide. This recent stability update reinforces Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to supporting players through the transition to new hardware while preserving their investments in existing game libraries.

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition stands as a testament to both Monolith Soft’s development expertise and Nintendo’s dedication to seamless cross-generation compatibility, making it an ideal time for fans and newcomers alike to experience the vast world of Mira.

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