What’s new on the Nintendo Switch eShop? Well, just a little game called Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition has made its grand arrival.
For those amongst us who adore Xenoblade Chronicles and managed to skip over X, now’s the golden opportunity to plunge back into this captivating world. The Definitive Edition has found its home on the Switch, lining up perfectly with the rest of the series to complete your collection on Nintendo’s versatile platform. This updated take on the Wii U original doesn’t just flaunt a visual makeover; it also boasts fresh content with new characters and storylines, broadening this stunning title for both new players and longtime fans.
Can you tell we’re kind of obsessed? We’ll definitely be chatting about Xenoblade Chronicles X on our upcoming Pure Nintendo Podcast episode—don’t miss it!
But hey, there’s a whole bunch of other stuff to check out this week too, so have a look below at the newest offerings. Which of these games are you planning to dive into this week?
Nintendo Switch
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition – Dive back into this colossal sci-fi adventure, now remastered for today’s audience! It’s 2054, and Earth has been ravaged by an extraterrestrial clash. As one of the few survivors who crash-land on the savage planet Mira, it’s your task to pull humanity from the brink. Gather a crew, equip them with customizable gear, pilot mighty Skells, and explore a vast world filled with wonder. Among the exclusive adventures in Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition are new locations, characters, and storylines. Time to assemble your team!
Digital Spotlight:
Bring On the Flowers – Spring is upon us, so why not revel in it with a bouquet of games from the Nintendo Switch? Cultivate your gardening chops and add a personal flair to your island in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Prefer the finer details? Command a troop of Pikmin and lead these miniature, plant-like beings on a charming voyage across an enigmatic planet in Pikmin 4! Embrace the seasons in Hello Kitty Island Adventure; embark on a warm journey to revive an abandoned island back to its prime. As the sun shines brighter, jump into all these games and more with the Nintendo Switch!
Nintendo Music
About the Score like Dr. Mario – Let’s break it down: the soundtracks from Dr. Mario (NES), Tetris® (NES), and Tetris® (Game Boy) are now up on Nintendo Music, the trusty app for your Nintendo tunes! Tackle those puzzles to the beat, anywhere, anytime, with these nostalgic melodies that stick with you. Nintendo Music is exclusively available to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers.
Activities
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Nintendo eShop sales
Don’t miss the complete rundown of this week’s deals over at the eShop.
Also new this week:
- 6 in 1 Racing Games Collection
- Aero Cosmos
- Arcade Archives Juno FIRST
- Assault Suit Leynos 2 Saturn Tribute – Available March 21
- Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land – Available March 21
- Beyond Hanwell: Nintendo Switch Edition
- Birdie Up
- Boomerang of Destruction
- Breakout Beyond – Available March 25
- Chess Grandmaster: Ancient Egypt Battle
- Cozy Meadow – Available March 22
- Croaktopia – Available March 21
- Desktop GOLF – Available March 21
- Dog Spotting Challenge!
- Dye The Bunny
- EGGCONSOLE GULKAVE MSX
- Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark – Available March 26
- Jumble Quest
- Lost & Found Spot It Fast!
- Ludo Party
- Masters Tennis – Available March 21
- Meow Delivery: Fish Frenzy – Available March 22
- Odd Shape Out!
- PICROSS S Doraemon & F Characters edition – Available March 26
- Picture the Difference!
- Sand Legends – Available March 22
- Station platform 42
- Swarm Madness
- Tales of Autumn
- The Exorcist: Gravebound Horror
- The Last Hero: Journey to the Unknown – Available March 21
- United Assault – Final Stand
- World Flag Master
The excitement continues on Pure Nintendo with Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition stealing the spotlight in this week’s eShop updates.
