Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Features Unused 60 FPS Mode and Improved Resolution on Nintendo Switch

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, the latest release from Monolith Soft, has made its debut on the Nintendo Switch, welcoming both longtime fans and newcomers to the sprawling science fiction RPG.

Building on the legacy of the original Wii U title, this Definitive Edition brings not only updated visuals and gameplay refinements, but new technical discoveries have sparked conversations within the gaming community. Recently, modder Masagratordev highlighted a noteworthy finding regarding the game’s technical performance.

Upon scrutinizing the game’s executable code, Masagratordev found evidence of a hidden mode intended to allow Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition to run at 60 frames per second (FPS).

However, according to Masagratordev’s analysis, this high-performance mode is currently inaccessible to players and appears to introduce instability throughout the game, with irregularities observed when activated through unofficial means.

Whether this 60 FPS mode was an experimental feature left behind during development or something Monolith Soft might revisit remains unknown. In addition to the 60 FPS revelation, Masagratordev also shared detailed information about the game’s dynamic resolution scaling.

When played in handheld mode, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition dynamically adjusts its resolution between 504p and 720p to ensure balanced performance and visual fidelity.

Docked mode sees a notable increase, with the resolution scaling between 760p and 1080p.

Compared to the original Wii U release, these enhancements offer players a visibly sharper and more consistent graphical experience on the Switch. Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, now available globally via the Nintendo eShop and at retail, continues Monolith Soft’s tradition of pushing technical boundaries on Nintendo’s hardware.

The company, well-regarded for its expertise in developing expansive JRPG experiences, has consistently optimized its titles for the Nintendo Switch, as seen in past successes like Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition and Xenoblade Chronicles 2. With robust support from the modding community and sustained interest from RPG fans, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition stands as a testament to the ongoing evolution of the franchise.

As technical enthusiasts continue to uncover new details, the title remains a point of pride for both Monolith Soft and the Switch platform, delivering improved graphics, potentially hidden features, and a captivating experience for players worldwide.

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