Keep in mind that these comparisons are completely spoiler-free for both titles!

The party of three Drivers can each have three Blades they can switch between on the fly.

Oh, and you’re free to do all of this while piloting a giant customizable mecha!

Split image of Shulk in Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, Noah in Xenoblade Chronicles 3, and Rex in Xenoblade Chronicles 2.

Here’s every big upgrade you’ll find in Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition.

The game even gave the series the nickname Blurryblade Chronicles after how awful XC 2 looks in Handheld mode.

2Sound

Xenoblade as a series is probably more well-known for its soundtracks than its games.

A nebula at night in the Primordia region in Xenoblade Chronicles X

It is even more of a vocal-filled metal harmony of sound and music than ever before.

Xenoblade 2 takes a more traditional orchestral approach, with music fitting its more rural fantasy design.

In terms of sound, it all comes down to what kind of music you prefer.

Split image of Shulk and Melia, Noah and Mio, and Rex and Pyra.

If you want something grand and fitting for a magical fantasy adventure, then XC 2 is the go-to.

Which Xenoblade Chronicles game is the best?

Elma, Lin, And H.B From Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Alongside Mythra, Rex, Tora, And Poppi QT From Xenoblade Chronicles 2.

Celica, Elma, And L In Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition.

Rex Wielding Pnuema’s Blade For The First Time Striking A Pose In Xenoblade Chronicles 2.

Rex And Pyra Fighting A Nose Gogol On Gormott In Xenoblade Chronicles 2.

Elma And The Player Character Looking Over New Los Angeles In Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition.

The Player Character Running Towards Some Ruins In Oblivia In Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition.

Many Saffronias Inside Uraya In Xenoblade Chronicles 2.

Liesel Piloting A Skell In Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition.

Elma And Shulk As Blades Alongside Rex In Xenoblade Chronicles 2.

The Main Key Art For Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Featuring Elma, Tatsu, Lin, And H.B Looking Over New Los Angeles.

Triple-A Games

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition

Xenoblade Chronicles 2