Finally, here it is! Proof positive from Nintendo that Xenoblade Chronicles will be coming to the Wii in the US. After it was released first in Japan and then in Europe, there were those who thought the critically acclaimed RPG would never make it to the US, but now Nintendo has released the official US box art, so you really can start to believe it’s true!
Xenoblade Chronicles asks players to use the Monado blade to take on a seemingly endless series of invading Mechon robots, playing as the main character Shulk, a weapons researcher. Players can customize their characters with a variety of weapons and armor choices, as well as headgear, boots and gloves. As the game progresses, players will gain experience and upgrade their characters so that they are more prepared to face the challenges ahead. Players will also be able to watch their enemies, learn their tactics and unleash real-time counter attacks.
The gaming environment in Xenoblade Chronicles is truly vast. Players can take time out from the main quest and venture out looking for other challenges and side quests. Hidden areas and unique monsters are scattered throughout the game’s massive world, which players should feel free to explore as much as they like.
Xenoblade Chronicles will be available on April 2 2012 exclusively through US GameStop retail locations for a suggested retail price of $49.99.
Source: Nintendo
