50 hours gone in the blink of an eye, and every moment was an absolute joy. I normally skip a lot of dialogue and side quests but did them all. Ys X: Nordics is easily one of the most enjoyable action RPGs I've ever played, up there with Ys VIII.
The atmosphere is great. The music? Phenomenal—Falcom once again delivers a soundtrack that sticks with you long after you've stopped playing. The character development is deep and engaging with a wide variety of NPCs that always have new and relevant things to say, making you genuinely care about the journey and the people you meet along the way. They put a lot of effort into this one. Solid story with some twists too.
Exploration is a highlight, with expansive areas to uncover on land and sea. It was also fun finding/rescuing people that add various functions to the ship like merchants selling various goods.
Ship battles were surprisingly fun but not that deep.
The combat system is as smooth and satisfying as ever, with mechanics that feel refined and exciting.
If you're a fan of the Ys series or RPGs in general, Ys X: Nordics is a must-play. It's a perfect blend of everything that makes the genre great.
Ys X: Nordics: Deluxe Edition - Nintendo Switch
4.9 | 52 ratings
Price: 43.3
Last update: 01-28-2025
About this item
Two Heroes, One Story: Bound by unexpected circumstances, the young adventurer Adol and the Norman pirate Karja must work together to determine the fate of Obelia Gulf and its people.
Cross Action System: Swap between controlling Adol and Karja independently or together. Combine their unique strengths to overcome enemies, and build up the Revenge Gauge to unleash devastating attacks.
The Power of Mana: Harness the unique abilities of Mana to overcome challenges. Grapple and slide through dungeons, demolish obstacles, create new platforms, and uncover treasures and critical points.
Sailor’s Delight: The sailing ship known as the Sandras takes your exploration to new levels. Ocean travel, naval battles, and discovering uncharted islands are all made possible with this seaworthy vessel.
Deluxe Edition includes: Ys X: Nordics GAME, Digital Soundtrack (download code), Mini Art Book
Cross Action System: Swap between controlling Adol and Karja independently or together. Combine their unique strengths to overcome enemies, and build up the Revenge Gauge to unleash devastating attacks.
The Power of Mana: Harness the unique abilities of Mana to overcome challenges. Grapple and slide through dungeons, demolish obstacles, create new platforms, and uncover treasures and critical points.
Sailor’s Delight: The sailing ship known as the Sandras takes your exploration to new levels. Ocean travel, naval battles, and discovering uncharted islands are all made possible with this seaworthy vessel.
Deluxe Edition includes: Ys X: Nordics GAME, Digital Soundtrack (download code), Mini Art Book
Product information
| Publication Date | October 25, 2024 |
|---|---|
| UPC | 810100863890 |
| Compatible Video Game Console Models | Nintendo Switch |
| ASIN | B0CW84DNM4 |
| Release date | October 25, 2024 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars
52 ratings
4.9 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #297 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #31 in Nintendo Switch Games |
| Product Dimensions | 0.42 x 6.64 x 4.03 inches; 2.08 ounces |
| Type of item | Video Game |
| Language | English |
| Rated | Teen |
| Item Weight | 2.08 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Koei Tecmo |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Date First Available | February 22, 2024 |
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