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For those who have not completed games in the Xenoblade Chronicles series, this page contains spoilers regarding the plot. Discretion is advised.


Xenoblade Chronicles 3, known in Japan as Xenoblade 3 (Japanese: ゼノブレイド3, Zenobureido 3) is a role-playing video game published by Nintendo and developed by Monolith Soft for the Nintendo Switch. The game was announced during the Nintendo Direct presentation on February 9, 2022. The game was released worldwide on July 29, 2022.

It is the third main entry in the Xenoblade Chronicles trilogy.

Categories[]

Characters Quests Enemies Places Races
Items Classes Accessories NPCs Arts

Gameplay[]

Noah Mio Interlink

Noah and Mio's Ouroboros

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 uses a similar approach to gameplay mechanics as Xenoblade Chronicles, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and Xenoblade Chronicles X, such as the freedom to explore the world of Aionios, the ability to run to virtually anywhere seen in the distance, and a semi-action-based battle system with the return of an Arts battle system which involves both auto-attacks and a cooldown timer for each Art.

In this installment, soldiers of Keves and Agnus can materialize the weapons they utilize in battle, known as Blades, at will. Each soldier's Blade is a reflection of them, so they might take different forms such as swords, guns, shields, or spears. Moreover, three pairs of main playable characters can utilize the Interlink system during a battle to combine them into a larger form, called Ouroboros, when certain conditions are met, making them significantly more powerful with special abilities. As the story progresses, the party will meet and be able to recruit a seventh party member during battle, called a Hero, as a guest but not controllable character.

XC3 Attacker Defender Healer

Attacker, Defender and Healer system

The battle system brings a more strategic dimension with the Tactics system and Roles that are broadly classified into three categories: Attacker, Defender, and Healer. Each of them has different abilities and skills. Attackers specialize in attacking and inflicting heavy damage from the enemy's flanks and back. However, their high attack power makes them vulnerable to enemy attacks, so it is important to be able to fight from an advantageous position while dodging enemy attacks. Healers specialize in healing the party. Additionally, only healers are able to revive incapacitated party members. Another strategic option is the Quick Move allowing the played character to temporarily retract and move a certain distance at high speed.

Similarly to Torna ~ The Golden Country, the character controlled by the player can be swapped with another while exploring the world. Additionally, unlike in Torna ~ The Golden Country, the player can switch between characters during battle.

Story[]

Main article: Xenoblade Chronicles 3 (plot)

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 has a story that connects the future of the worlds of Xenoblade Chronicles and Xenoblade Chronicles 2.[1] It is centered around two hostile nations, Keves and Agnus. Six soldiers hailing from these nations, headed by the two protagonists Noah and Mio, take part in a grand tale with life as its central theme.[2]

Characters[]

Main Characters
Noah portrait Mio portrait Eunie portrait Taion portrait Lanz portrait Sena portrait
Noah Mio Eunie Taion Lanz Sena
Heroes
Ethel portrait artwork XC3 Valdi Portrait Art XC3 Zeon portrait art XC3 Gray Portrait Art XC3 Riku portrait Artwork XC3 Manana portrait Artwork
Ethel Valdi Zeon Gray Riku Manana
Teach portrait artwork Isurd portrait artwork XC3 Alexandria Portrait Art Juniper Twitter Art XC3 Ashera Portrait Art Monica Vandham portrait artwork
Teach Isurd Alexandria Juniper Ashera Monica
XC3 Fiona Portrait Art XC3 Ghondor Portrait Art XC3 Miyabi portrait XC3 Triton portrait Segiri portrait artwork Cammuravi portrait artwork
Fiona Ghondor Miyabi Triton Segiri Cammuravi
Hero Melia Hero Nia Ino infobox pic Masha portrait artwork XC3FR Shulk portrait XC3FR Rex portrait
Melia Nia Ino Masha Shulk Rex

Downloadable Content[]

Updates[]

Several free updates have been released for the game on the Nintendo Switch system. These are downloaded automatically when the game is launched if the console has a working internet connection. Each update can expand the game content or fix bugs and glitches.

Version 1.1.0[]

The version 1.1.0 update was released on July 28th, 2022. It included the following changes:

  • Added the ability to receive items distributed via the Expansion Pass.
    • After downloading the Expansion Pass, an "Expansion Pass" option will be added to the Main Menu, letting you receive the distributed items.
  • The Main Menu can now be opened by pressing the X button during gameplay.
  • Several issues have been fixed in order to ensure a more comfortable gaming experience.

Version 1.1.1[]

The version 1.1.1 update was released on September 7th, 2022. It included the following changes:

  • Changed the behaviour of Perilwing Ryuho so that it cannot be defeated if it's located in an area that cannot be reached during intended story progression.
  • Fixed an issue where the first battle in Teach's Ascension Quest, Shadow of Enmity, would not end.
  • Fixed an issue in the quest The Illusion Returns where the battle against the Mysterious Raiders would not end.
  • Fixed an issue where the Gogol Vuaga and Gogol Dalm items, required for some Collectopaedia Cards, could not be obtained.
  • Fixed an issue where the effects of dishes other than the Baked Spongy Spud and Kerfluffled Torpedo Wrap would not be applied correctly.
  • Fixed an issue causing the Talent Art button not to appear and preventing players from pressing it in certain circumstances. If you have already encountered this issue, you can fix it by loading the save data after updating the game.
  • Fixed an issue where the word "Verkaufen": in the Shop menu would overlap with the text right next to it when the language was set to German.
  • Various other issues have been fixed in order to improve the gameplay experience.

Version 1.2.0[]

The version 1.2.0 update was released on October 13th, 2022. It included the following changes:

  • Added function to receive Expansion Pass Vol. 2.
  • The availability of "Soyprimo Sauce" was previously restricted outside the progress of a certain quest, so now the City Caravan shop located in the City will sell Soyprimo Sauce.
  • Increased the effect time bonus for Fusion Arts using the Flash Fencer's "Acceleration" Art.
  • Fixed Collectopedia items "Gogol Dalm", and "Gogol Olipple", previously unavailable in Ver. 1.1.1, so that they can now be acquired.
  • Fixed an issue in which a character's audio of falling in battle would play over the sound of them falling down before the screen faded to black.
  • Fixed additional issues to improve the gameplay experience.

Version 1.2.1[]

The version 1.2.1 update was released on October 20th, 2022. It included the following changes:

  • Addressed several issues to improve game play experience.

Version 1.3.0[]

The version 1.3.0 update was released on February 15th, 2023. It included the following changes:

  • Added function to receive Expansion Pass Vol. 3.
  • Fixed an issue where some enemy models were placed where the name and enemy did not match.
  • Fixed an issue where leveling from Class Rank 9 to 10 when clearing the final battle would not unlock Appearances that should be unlocked.
    • In the event that this has already occurred, downloading the update will fix the issue, unlocking the appearance.
  • Fixed an issue where completing the Collectopedia cards for Roald, Fla'ran, and Zooza would cause them to display the initial reward.
  • Fixed an issue in Challenge Battles where lowering the Effects volume in Audio Settings would still cause battle sounds and footsteps to sound comparatively loud.
  • Fixed an issue where sliding down a rope using a specific timing would cause party members to continuously be KO'd and resurrected.
  • Fixed an issue where pressing buttons using a specific timing during a loading screen would cause the Battle Menu to appear after launching the game.
  • Fixed an issue where successfully completing Mio's Chain Order would not cause Attacker and Healer aggro to decrease.
  • Fixed additional issues to improve the gameplay experience.

Version 2.0.0[]

The version 2.0.0 update was released on April 25th, 2023. It included the following changes:

  • Added functionality to receive Expansion Pass Wave 4.
  • Fixed an issue where starting a new game after acquiring swimwear would make the player unable to receive the swimwear.
    • In the event that this issue is already affecting your game, updating the title will cause the swimwear to already be acquired.
  • Fixed an issue where a character's status display in battle would remain the same as when interlinked.

Version 2.1.0[]

The version 2.1.0 update was released on July 20th, 2023. It included the following changes:

  • Added amiibo functionality to the game for "Pyra" and "Mythra" amiibo. By scanning the amiibo in "System" > "amiibo" in the Menu Screen, you will be able to use the following special clothing items:
    • Pyra amiibo - Aegis Sword: Pyra (Limited to Swordfighter)
    • Mythra amiibo - Aegis Sword: Mythra (Limited to Swordfighter)
  • A Nopon NPC, Miibomii, has appeared at Llyn Nyddwr Camp in the Fornis region. Meeting certain criteria while playing the game will also let you obtain the aforementioned Pyra and Mythra amiibo items from Miibomii.
  • Fixed the following issues for Expansion Pass Wave 4, Future Redeemed:
    • Increased the percentage chance to re-acquire Battle Manuals, Tactics Manuals, and Strategy Manuals.
    • Fixed an issue where players were unable to re-attempt the final battle after experiencing a party wipe.
    • Fixed an issue where some players were unable to complete the Chapter 2 quest, "Pursue Glimmer", who's thought to have headed north-west.

Version 2.1.1[]

The version 2.1.1 update was released on September 13th, 2023. It included the following changes:

  • Fixed an issue where not having the Expansion Pass would cause the Special Hero BGM, Audio environment in Audio Setting, as well as Notifications to not display.
  • Fixed an issue with Staying Power's Art Follow-Up, where activating Fusion Arts would cause the Follow-Up Attack damage to be dealt to the character using Fusion Arts and allies.

Version 2.2.0[]

The version 2.2.0 update was released on January 18th, 2024. It included the following changes:

  • Now compatible with "Noah" and "Mio" amiibo. By scanning the amiibo in "System" > "amiibo" in the Menu Screen, you will be able to use the following special clothing items.
    • Noah amiibo: You can acquire the "N's Consul Suit" outfit for Noah. You can also get variations without Noah, Lanz, or Eunie's jacket.
    • Mio amiibo: You can acquire the "M's Consul Suit" outfit for Mio. You can also get variations without Mio, Sena, or Taion's jacket.
  • Fulfill certain conditions and talk to the NPC Miibomii at Llyn Nyddwr Camp in the Fornis region to receive rewards identical to what would be received with the Noah or Mio amiibo.

Expansion Pass[]

XC3 Expansion Pass Artwork

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Expansion Pass

The Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Expansion Pass released across four waves of updates. They were released on July 29, 2022, October 13, 2022, February 15, 2023, and April 25, 2023 respectively.

Adventure Support Pack[]

XC3 Expansion Pass Vol 1

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Expansion Pass Vol. 1

July 29, 2022: Adds a series of helpful items.

New Hero & Intense Enemy Battles[]

XC3 Expansion Pass Vol 2

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Expansion Pass Vol. 2

October 13, 2022: Adds a Challenge Battle Mode and a new Hero.

  • New Challenge Battle Mode. Overcome a variety of challenges, collect crystals, and exchange them for valuable accessories and new outfits.
  • New hero character (Ino) and accompanying quests.
  • New character fashion outfits:
    • Swimsuits

New Hero & More Tough Challenges[]

XC3 Expansion Pass Vol 3

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Expansion Pass Vol. 3

February 15, 2023: Adds a Challenge Battle and a new Hero.

  • New Challenge Battle "Archsage's Gauntlet". Select only one character and battle wave after wave of enemies to earn rewards.
  • New hero character (Masha) and accompanying quests.
  • New character fashion outfits:
    • "Throwback" outfits, which reference outfits belonging to characters from Xenoblade Chronicles and Xenoblade Chronicles 2

Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed[]

Main article: Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed
XC3FR Artwork

Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed

April 25, 2023: Future Redeemed, a brand new original story scenario.

"Set before the events of Xenoblade Chronicles 3, join a cast of new and familiar characters in this original story scenario that connects all three instalments in the Xenoblade Chronicles series. Future Redeemed also features new battle mechanics, such as Unity Combo, where two characters can attack in unison"
— Future Redeemed announcement

Merchandise[]

XC3 Collector Edition in EU

The Special Edition in European Union

Several tie-in products have been or will be released. These include:

  • A Collector's Edition of the game including cover art by Masatsugu Saito with the following extras:
    • A 250-page full-color softcover art booklet
    • A Steelbook(TM)/Special Metal Game Case
  • Smartphone wallpapers to freely download from My Nintendo
  • A Japanese "Perfect Guide" of 304 pages was published by Kadokawa on September 30th, 2022.
  • Six Acrylic stands of the six main characters were released on November 2022.
  • Ten Acrylic stands of the six main characters in Future Redeemed, Na'el, Alpha, N, and M releasing in October 2023.
  • A 1/7 scale Mio figure made by Good Smile Company.
  • Mio and Eunie Figmas made by Good Smile Company.
  • A set of Camping Coasters and two sheets of character stickers from My Nintendo

amiibo[]

XC3 Monado Amiibo Screenshot

Unlocking the Monado weapon skin through amiibo

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is compatible with amiibo. Scanning an amiibo figure will allow the player to receive helpful in-game items. Additionally, scanning the Shulk, Pyra, and Mythra amiibo for the first time will unlock weapon skins of the Monado and Pyra and Mythra's Aegis Swords for the Swordfighter class. Up to three amiibo can be scanned per day. Noah and Mio amiibo figures were released on January 19, 2024. Scanning Noah's amiibo unlocks Consul N's Armor for Noah, and Leisure Time outfits for Noah, Lanz, and Eunie. Scanning Mio's amiibo unlocks Consul M's Armor for Mio, and Leisure Time outfits for Mio, Sena, and Taion.

amiibo Rewards[]

There are twenty-one possible sets of collectibles that can be obtained from scanning an amiibo figure. Additionally, scanning an amiibo can grant up to ten Silver Nopon Coins, a Gold Nopon Coin, 100 CP, or 100 Bonus EXP.

Plushes[]

Monolith Soft made handmade plushes of Riku & Manana. They have weapons, and "they look so cool and kawaii!" [3]

Nintendo Switch Online Icon Elements[]

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 themed profile icon elements available with Nintendo Switch Online from July 29th, 2022 to September 1st, 2022. More profile icon elements based on the Xenoblade Chronicles series were made available from May 26th, 2023 to June 29th, 2023, including elements based on Xenoblade Chronicles, Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Torna ~ The Golden Country, and Future Redeemed.

List of Character Elements[]

Wave 1[]
Wave 2[]
Wave 3[]
Wave 4[]
  • Noah (Hero List)
  • Mio (Hero List)
  • Eunie (Hero List)
  • Taion (Hero List)
  • Lanz (Hero List)
  • Sena (Hero List)
  • Zeon
  • Fiona
Wave 5[]
Wave 6[]

Wave 6 consisted of the main characters, and the Hero List icons, from Future Redeemed, as well as the two DLC Heroes in the main game along with their Hero List icons.

Wave 7[]

Wave 7 consisted of the playable characters from Xenoblade Chronicles and Definitive Edition.

  • Shulk (Xenoblade Chronicles)
  • Fiora (Xenoblade Chronicles)
  • Mecha-Fiora (Xenoblade Chronicles)
  • Reyn (Xenoblade Chronicles)
  • Sharla (Xenoblade Chronicles)
  • Dunban (Xenoblade Chronicles)
  • Melia (Xenoblade Chronicles)
  • Riki (Xenoblade Chronicles)
  • Mumkhar (Xenoblade Chronicles)
  • Shulk (Definitive Edition)
  • Reyn (Definitive Edition)
  • Fiora (Definitive Edition)
  • Mecha-Fiora (Definitive Edition)
  • Sharla (Definitive Edition)
  • Dunban (Definitive Edition)
  • Melia (Definitive Edition)
  • Riki (Definitive Edition)
  • Alvis (Definitive Edition)
  • Shulk (Xenoblade Chronicles 2)
  • Fiora (Xenoblade Chronicles 2)
Wave 8[]

Wave 8 consisted of major characters from Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and Torna ~ The Golden Country.

Wave 9[]

Wave 9 consisted of Hero List Icons of the following characters:

  • Riku
  • Manana
  • Valdi
  • Juniper
  • Alexandria
  • Ashera
  • Ethel
  • Cammuravi
  • Isurd
  • Ghondor
  • Fiona
  • Zeon
  • Monica
  • Gray
  • Miyabi
  • Teach
  • Segiri
  • Triton
Wave 10[]

Wave 10 consisted of some of the Consuls as well as Melia and Nia in both their Queen and Hero outfits, along with their Hero List Icons.

  • Triton
  • N
  • M
  • Z
  • Melia (Queen of Keves)
  • Nia (Queen of Agnus)
  • Melia (Hero)
  • Nia (Hero)
  • Melia (Hero List)
  • Nia (Hero List)

List of Icon Backgrounds[]

Collaborations[]

XC3 Tetris 99 theme

The Xenoblade Chronicles 3 theme for Tetris 99

Through the 35th MAXIMUS CUP event trailer of Tetris 99 published on September 25, 2023, Nintendo announced that after having accumulated a total of 100 event points, earned based on the placement in each match, a new theme will unlock, featuring art, music and Tetrimino designs inspired by Xenoblade Chronicles 3. The music tracks that play include "Tactical Action" when there are between 99 and 51 players remaining, "Origin Battle" when there are between 50 and 11 players remaining, and "Keves Battle" when there are 10 players remaining. Additionally, the "Landmark Discovered" jingle will play upon being knocked out. The Tetris 99 35th MAXIMUS CUP – Aionios Edition ran from September 29, 2023 until October 2, 2023.

Gallery[]

Characters[]

Artwork[]

Locations[]

Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed[]

Logos[]

Merchandise[]

Videos[]

External links[]

References[]

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