Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Featured in This Week’s eShop Highlights

What’s new on the Nintendo Switch eShop? Well, a big entry is Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, and it’s creating quite a buzz.

For those of you who adore the Xenoblade Chronicles series and somehow skipped Xenoblade Chronicles X originally, now is your chance to explore this expansive universe. This Definitive Edition now graces the Switch, adding to its impressive library of series titles. With improved visuals and fresh content that includes additional characters and storyline elements, this version enhances the original Wii U game, offering something special for both newcomers and longtime fans.

It’s clear we’re pretty excited about it, and you can bet we’ll delve into all things Xenoblade Chronicles X in our upcoming episode of the Pure Nintendo Podcast. Make sure to tune in!

Of course, there’s a plethora of other enticing content this week, so take a moment to glance through our list below to find out what’s new. Which games are calling your name this week?

Nintendo Switch Highlights

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition: This vast sci-fi adventure is back, thrilling a new generation of gamers! The story is set in 2054 after Earth is ravaged by an intergalactic war between two alien factions. Survivors find themselves on the wild planet Mira, and your mission is to rally them to rebuild humanity. Recruit companions, customize their gear and weapons, pilot powerful mechs called Skells, and explore an immense world filled with surprises. This edition of Xenoblade Chronicles X includes exclusive adventures like a fresh location, new characters, and expanded story arcs. Assemble your team and embark on this new journey now!

Digital Spotlight

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a bouquet of entertaining titles available on the Nintendo Switch family of systems. Nurture your green thumb with a beautiful flower garden in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, giving your island a unique flourish. Or, if you enjoy the small wonders, gather some Pikmin in Pikmin 4 and lead these charming creatures through a delightful exploration of a mysterious world. Plus, you can enjoy year-round festivities with Hello Kitty Island Adventure, where you’ll work to restore a forlorn island to its past splendor. As temperatures rise, dive into these refreshing games and others with the Nintendo Switch!

Nintendo Music Corner

Enjoy nostalgic tunes with classics like Dr. Mario (NES), Tetris® (NES), and Tetris® (Game Boy) soundtracks, all now available on Nintendo Music, the go-to app for Nintendo soundtracks! Take these classic puzzle-solving melodies with you anywhere, anytime—just for Nintendo Switch Online members. Get more details on these musical offerings through:

Exciting Activities

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Nintendo eShop Deals

Explore a full list of this week’s enticing offers at:

New Game Arrivals 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

Look forward to Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition joining the exciting lineup in this week’s eShop roundup, as highlighted in Pure Nintendo. Enjoy your gaming adventures!