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Xenoblade Chronicles X - Twitter & Website updates thread
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I think ppl can't let go of the xenoblade soundtrack and "try" and get used to the new soundtrack to an otherwise new game not sequel in the franchise.
lol.
Lmao
kuroneko0509
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Dual blade will be my main weapon :3
You.
I like you.
Understandable. The Xenoblade soundtrack was really good and fit the fantasy setting well. I personally think the composer of choice here is fine though, given the tone and story Takahashi is going for. The whole thing seems to be sci-fi rather than a "basic fantasy" as Takahashi put it (I think) and given Sawano's history with composing for these sorts of stories (Gigantic Formula, Gundam Unicorn and Aldnoah Zero), I think he was a good choice. Gundam Unicorn's OST (and Attack on Titan) iirc has been really well received.
Takahashi was also a fan of him, so I'll trust his judgment. Would prefer less tracks with lyrics though.
Being a Sawano fan is tough on these forums.
Wasn't Persona 4's music heavy on lyrics? Still haven't gotten around to playing P3 and P4G.
Music isn't a deal breaker for me, but Xenoblade music was so good that my mother heard me playing and asked me to put those song on her cell phone.
I can totally see how too many vocal tracks might interfere with the game's enjoyment of some people, imagine hearing singing voices for the entirety of a movie.
TheGreatLugia
Banned
The combat looks great as usual.
I remember hearing the battle music under the narration in the Treehouse video so I already knew about the rap. It takes a bit of getting used to, but considering the game's vastly different setting and style I can see what they were going for. It's a large departure from the original game's soundtrack, but I'm pretty sure that's the point.
I also really like the new music on the website from the E3 2014 trailer.
I remember hearing the battle music under the narration in the Treehouse video so I already knew about the rap. It takes a bit of getting used to, but considering the game's vastly different setting and style I can see what they were going for. It's a large departure from the original game's soundtrack, but I'm pretty sure that's the point.
I also really like the new music on the website from the E3 2014 trailer.
Smoothice65
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I do hope that they are not recycling to much monsters a lot, by just changing the color pallet en sticking a higher level on it.
I have seen a certain beasts to much in different areas in the game, the rest of the game is looking freaking awesome !
I have seen a certain beasts to much in different areas in the game, the rest of the game is looking freaking awesome !
foxuzamaki
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foxuzamaki
Doesn't read OPs, especially not his own
I guarantee you, except for one thing that is showing button commands, every piece of information you see is gravely important.
Smiles and Cries
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dem dolls
foxuzamaki
Doesn't read OPs, especially not his own
Its because some of the music is made to be looped without being obvious. However a large majority of the music we've heard has been without context, chances are majority of it are for cutscenes and the like.
It's worth remembering that some of those UI elements were in Xenoblade Chronicles:
...and some could be disabled:
Yup.
I would love if I could move practically everything to the touch screen on the pad.
James Scott
Banned
I'm still pretty surprised that the gamepad isn't used for the commands. I thought Xenoblade would've benefited from it rather than having to scroll the options with the D-Pad.
Elfforkusu
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Dual blade will be my main weapon :3
it definitely looks like it so it seems she's probably pretty important
also that battle song is terrible good god bring back Shimomura
why couldn't they have done a split soundtrack with ACE and Kiyota again
By the chin balls?
it definitely looks like it so it seems she's probably pretty important
also that battle song is terrible good god bring back Shimomura
why couldn't they have done a split soundtrack with ACE and Kiyota again
I know, the music is the worst part of the game so far :-\
Made the new thread for the new stuff (I hate how irregular they are with the update times ). It's also time to gather our common energy to summon StreetsAhead!
). It's also time to gather our common energy to summon StreetsAhead!Hours Left
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I'm not in love with the music, but I don't dislike it either. Hopefully there will be some more standout tracks.
(The song played at the end of the last direct when they were introducing the playable characters was pretty cool IMO.)
(The song played at the end of the last direct when they were introducing the playable characters was pretty cool IMO.)
I won't rule out the option of moving some/all of those HUD elements to the Gamepad, but for now, this is the only way for them to show how the combat system works during play.
foxuzamaki
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Made the new thread for the new stuff (I hate how irregular they are with the update times
Time to give streets your energy!
StreetsAhead
Member
That girl in the image is totally Serika from the latest battle video. 12 party members confirmed.
Sorry, working today. If no one has done then by the time I get home, I can do so translations.
Sorry, working today. If no one has done then by the time I get home, I can do so translations.
tonyh24613
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I was doubtful but you are totally right. Serika is the Last Guardian girl. And then we also have Space Gadolt and Madras.
foxuzamaki
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Looking at the picture of the girl a lil more, the girl's clothes are kinda giving me a melia vibe.
foxuzamaki
Doesn't read OPs, especially not his own
I thought I'm the only one
*high fives* I wonder if theres anything special about her, like wings
theprodigy
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hey is this the Melia fanclub *high fives*
*high fives* I wonder if theres anything special about her, like wings
Maybe the white bunny-like ears seen on the pic? Dunno if that's because of her headband or what lol.
foxuzamaki
Doesn't read OPs, especially not his own
same
"You must be wondering who that squid-headed female alien at the end of the battle video was, huh?"
"You can tell she's an evil creature. She's very popular with the development staff. We think she turned into a really cool character. The design was made by Yoko Tsukamoto by the way."
I take it they haven't given a date for the Doll video yet, but I am now really looking forward to it.
Thanks, adding that to the OP!
Never (knowingly) heard anything from Sawano before. Of course it depends on taste, but i don't think it deserves some of the harsh criticisms here.
The first Xenoblade OST was something really unique, the symbiosis of music and setting was in my eyes one of gamings biggest highs. But we shouldn't expect the same style while Chronicles X opens up a whole different setting. I was expecting something different as soon as i saw the setting and already let go of former expectations (in a positive way).
Personally, i like, what i've heard so far, expecially the "Exploration Trailer" track(s). The music really conveys this hardcore futuristic setting, this eerily and alien world, while also giving a sense of huge sci-fi epicness (kinda like BSG imo) and danger. I think, so far it really fits the theme of survivors fighting on an undiscovered planet full of potential enemies and creepy creatures. This is not the "boy from village discovers world around him" setting, the first XB had in the beginning.
I also liked some of the tracks played while showing NLA. They really fit the more urban, futuristic style of this seemingly big town.
Still, i'm sure, it won't be to the taste of everyone.
But if Monolith gained ONE thing from XB (and Baten Kaitos 1+2), it is my trust (or call it benefit of doubt, if you want) in their overall game design, and that includes their choice of music/ composer. I'm sure, it'll fit quite nicely while playing the game.
The first Xenoblade OST was something really unique, the symbiosis of music and setting was in my eyes one of gamings biggest highs. But we shouldn't expect the same style while Chronicles X opens up a whole different setting. I was expecting something different as soon as i saw the setting and already let go of former expectations (in a positive way).
Personally, i like, what i've heard so far, expecially the "Exploration Trailer" track(s). The music really conveys this hardcore futuristic setting, this eerily and alien world, while also giving a sense of huge sci-fi epicness (kinda like BSG imo) and danger. I think, so far it really fits the theme of survivors fighting on an undiscovered planet full of potential enemies and creepy creatures. This is not the "boy from village discovers world around him" setting, the first XB had in the beginning.
I also liked some of the tracks played while showing NLA. They really fit the more urban, futuristic style of this seemingly big town.
Still, i'm sure, it won't be to the taste of everyone.
But if Monolith gained ONE thing from XB (and Baten Kaitos 1+2), it is my trust (or call it benefit of doubt, if you want) in their overall game design, and that includes their choice of music/ composer. I'm sure, it'll fit quite nicely while playing the game.
Super Stardust
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Reference to metal face with the claws?
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