Critical: 8.5/10
Fusing the concepts of the previous two entries, Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is a rich reimagining of the series’ core gameplay, making for an expansive yet streamlined experience. Unfortunately, its narrative is buried within this emphasis on gameplay and mechanics, resulting in some lackluster environments and some missteps in storytelling—mostly an underwhelming start and end despite its compelling character moments in between. This third entry probably won’t leave the same emotional impact as the previous entries but it is worth jumping into purely for its gameplay and musical brilliance, along with its main cast’s endearing personalities.
Personal: 7/10
Fusing the concepts of the previous two entries, Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is a rich reimagining of the series’ core gameplay, making for an expansive yet streamlined experience. Unfortunately, its narrative is buried within this emphasis on gameplay and mechanics, resulting in some lackluster environments and some missteps in storytelling—mostly an underwhelming start and end despite its compelling character moments in between. This third entry probably won’t leave the same emotional impact as the previous entries but it is worth jumping into purely for its gameplay and musical brilliance, along with its main cast’s endearing personalities.
Personal: 7/10