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[leng jai]

Just entered NLA and I already want to tear my ears off. What the fuck is this music?

As I said before, the OST in this game is utterly bizarre.

 

[Freeman76]

Does this game give you a sense of being in a larger universe, in terms of other players? Kind of like Demons Souls where you had a real sense that other people were in that universe, hard to explain but almost like the feeling of an MMO without it actually being one? Sorry if this is kind of vague, I love playing games where it puts across a sense of being part of something with evidence of other players/community.

 

[Quadraxis]

Man, i love the exploration here. Did some quest that took me to the northwest of Primordia and after that i just went on and reached Noctilum at night. My god, its so pretty *-* Intstantly reminded me of a colourful Satorl Marsh

 

[Rebel Leader]

Is there anyway to find the general location of a squad task?

 

[Golnei]

As I said before, the OST in this game is utterly bizarre.

The NLA music is pretty regrettable, and the battle theme really doesn't get any better with time; but I think I managed to lower my expectations enough to not take issue with the music - at least there are a couple of good themes in there from what I've heard so far.

I still want to play the alternate version of X from the universe where Takahashi approached Keiichi Okabe and MONACA for the soundtrack...

 

[WanderingWind]

I would pay 50 dollars for replaceable DLC music. 60. No, wait, 70.

ONE MILLION DOLLARS. FINAL OFFER.

 

[Noponis]

I would try and see if the y cable would fix the problem. If the problem persist, I would buy the physical copy and just install the data packets. You may run into the same problem here if you opt to get the data packets so I would suggest downloading these packets individually instead of doing it all at once.

that would require either buying some single usb to y cable thingy or the purchase of an entirely new harddrive
Not to mention that as far as I am aware the second plug of a y cable generally is only there to strengthen the power supply(which is why for example the gamecube adapter when plugged into a pc only requires on plug to be in), which is not necessary as this harddrive is sufficiently powered via ac plug

About the second suggestions: Does nintendo have some digital refund system? Because while I have considered a physical copy, I am definately not paying twice for this game

 

[Aostia]

Does this game give you a sense of being in a larger universe, in terms of other players? Kind of like Demons Souls where you had a real sense that other people were in that universe, hard to explain but almost like the feeling of an MMO without it actually being one? Sorry if this is kind of vague, I love playing games where it puts across a sense of being part of something with evidence of other players/community.

If you active the squad missions yes.

 

[Klyka]

People not liking the Sawano

 

[aravuus]

Does this game give you a sense of being in a larger universe, in terms of other players? Kind of like Demons Souls where you had a real sense that other people were in that universe, hard to explain but almost like the feeling of an MMO without it actually being one? Sorry if this is kind of vague, I love playing games where it puts across a sense of being part of something with evidence of other players/community.

Not really. The only hints you'll get you're even "playing" with other people are the squad achievement popups in the upper left corner (which get annoying fast) and the squad tasks on the lower left corner, which are kill/fetch quests that everyone do at the same time. No ghosts of other players or anything like that.

This is when you're doing normal gameplay. The game has actual coop squad missions too, which I have yet to try.

 

[TheMoon]

First Xeno game for me, I'm a bit confused on the arts. I was under the assumption the green bar slowly filling was my ability to use a particular art, but it doesn't seem that's the case. What's the deal?

Covered in the OP's combat section. Look up "secondary cooldown."

 

[imae]

Not really. The only hints you'll get you're even "playing" with other people are the squad achievement popups in the upper left corner (which get annoying fast) and the squad tasks on the lower left corner, which are kill/fetch quests that everyone do at the same time. No ghosts of other players or anything like that.

This is when you're doing normal gameplay. The game has actual coop squad missions too, which I have yet to try.

The avatars of other players appear at random places throughout the world.

Also you can send messages to all squad members and communicate in real-time while out in the open world.

The game is USB Keyboard compatible also, which makes communicating faster if used.

 

[zakujanai]

As I said before, the OST in this game is utterly bizarre.

I'm just going with it and wailing along with the seemingly random groans that accompany the track. Once that stops being amusing though (it already has) this music will drive me insane.

 

[MilkBeard]

There are some strange themes for sure, but there are some really good songs in there. I think it's a nice change of pace from the usual songs you get for this type of game.

 

[Klyka]

The avatars of other players appear at random places throughout the world.

Also you can send messages to all squad members and communicate in real-time while out in the open world.

The game is USB Keyboard compatible also, which makes communicating faster if used.

You can also put down messages for other players in your squad,kinda like Dark Souls and you can offer to trade items which makes finding items for quests a lot easier.

 

[aravuus]

The avatars of other players appear at random places throughout the world.

Also you can send messages to all squad members and communicate in real-time while out in the open world.

The game is USB Keyboard compatible also, which makes communicating faster if used.

Oh yeah, you're right. Most of them were standing in the barracks for me, though, and barely anyone ever sent messages in my game so I completely forgot about them.

So yeah, I still don't think it feels like a living world when it comes to online players. Maybe my opinion will change later, though.

 

[Golnei]

There are some strange themes for sure, but there are some really good songs in there. I think it's a nice change of pace from the usual songs you get for this type of game.

The choice to break away from the typical JRPG musical direction was sound in itself, but I'd rather they ended up with something more nuanced than the typical modern Sawano sound. If the vocal themes were of the calibre of those in Anarchy Reigns or Madworld, I don't think as many people would be complaining.

I do agree that the soundtrack is by no means all bad, though - I've just started, and I've already found a few tracks I really like.

 

[zakujanai]

Ok now I'm in the BLADE HQ and there's some soft porn/call centre hold music playing. I'm not sure which is worse.

 

[Klyka]

Ok now I'm in the BLADE HQ and there's some soft porn/call centre hold music playing. I'm not sure which is worse.

Just let it go son.

 

[The Hermit]

I would pay 50 dollars for replaceable DLC music. 60. No, wait, 70.

ONE MILLION DOLLARS. FINAL OFFER.

only thing holding me back ( for a couple of days)

 

[imae]

You can also put down messages for other players in your squad,kinda like Dark Souls and you can offer to trade items which makes finding items for quests a lot easier.

Nice! didn't know that. Is that done by just changing the type of message you send?

 

[Klyka]

Nice! didn't know that. Is that done by just changing the type of message you send?

This explains everything about the multi

https://www.reddit.com/r/Xenoblade_...z/xenoblade_x_multiplayer_information_thread/

I do seem to have misunderstood the "messages" you can +1 and such. It means normal chat messages and if they get +1 enough they get send to the ENTIRE playerbase.

 

[donkey show]

Just entered NLA and I already want to tear my ears off. What the fuck is this music?

I can't hear you.

Spoiler

i can't see you :3

 

[Ostinatto]

My headphones do not work when the game loads, anyone else having this problem?

 

[PensivePen]

Haven't had as much time as I'd like to play, only did the prologue and explored a little bit of NLA so far, but the game is so beautiful, so happy to finally be playing it. And I know they've been pretty divisive but I really love the cheesy lyrical tracks.

 

[Nothing1016]

How do you level up your mechanical, archaeological and biological skills.?

 

[Jarmel]

People not liking the Sawano

People liking vocals being louder than the game dialogue...

 

[imae]

This explains everything about the multi

https://www.reddit.com/r/Xenoblade_...z/xenoblade_x_multiplayer_information_thread/

Oh yeah I skimmed over that before and forgot about the Treasure Deals thing.

I had a good conversation going with my squad last night about game mechanics and where to find certain enemies. Definitely got those MMO feels (I used to play a lot of them!).

I noticed It doesn't display the name of the player who sent the message when they pop up on screen which is a little odd. Overall though I've been pleasantly surprised by the online features in the game.

 

[jb1234]

People liking vocals being louder than the game dialogue...

To be fair to Sawano, that's not his fault.

 

[wbEMX]

I'm loving the game so far. Awesome battle system, huge depth in terms of the world and how every gameplay element works, great graphics and pretty good music. At least better than what Sawano now puts out there (the music was written before the Attack on Titan OST).

BUT.... there is one huge issue with the presentation. This game - I shit you not - is missing 5.1 surround sound COMPLETELY. It's in 2.0. First I thought it's like Nintendo always does it: Music's in stereo (which sucks, btw) and sound effects are in 5.1. But no, this thing is in stereo. Probably due to disc size constraints, but this still really, really sucks for me personally. And yeah, I'm the audio-nerd who is that one guy who has to answer for all the "Who the fuck cares about surround? I don't have it!" replies he gets on Twitter. Damn it.

 

[imae]

How do you level up your mechanical, archaeological and biological skills.?

You have to increase your BLADE level. After chapter 3 (i think), there's an NPC at the missions terminal who allows you to level up the field skills, 1 per BLADE level-up.

 

[aravuus]

How do you level up your mechanical, archaeological and biological skills.?

Level up your BLADE rank and talk the the woman next to the mission computer

 

[colinp]

Is it possible to turn off the squad achievement notifications?

 

[royox]

My headphones do not work when the game loads, anyone else having this problem?

It's because the gamepad has the sound disabled if you are not playing in Gamepad Mode.


Haters gonna hate but this is me every time a vocal hits in:

 

[PensivePen]

Is it possible to turn off the squad achievement notifications?

Yup, there's a ton of UI customization settings in the menu.

 

[Klyka]

People liking vocals being louder than the game dialogue...

It's called Subtitles bro.

UUUH UUH UUUUH YEEEEAHHHH WOOOOOOO WOOOWOOOO WOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

 

[TheMoon]

Feck, still downloading and updating. How long does it take to install the updates??

And... How do you guys take screenshots on Wii U??

press HOME, go to browser, go to image upload site (imgur.com/abload.de) and upload. grab link, post.

That's pretty cool. Does it automatically disable the HUD or do you have to turn it off in the game?

HUD needs to be disabled manually.

... what's a TP? Derp. I truely don't know.
Elma revived me once, which was the first time I realized reviving was an option.

Thanks for the tips!

TP are explained in the OP ...also in the survival guide video about combat. You guys should really watch that stuff.

How bad is the grind? Or is it paced well?

Xenoblade games don't have grinding. Just sidequests to do

Does anyone know how to go online again ingame? Because earlier today the connection was lost for some reason and I spent the rest of the time in offline mode.

Yo how do I reconnect after dc without restarting the game?

You have to restart the game. (returning to title screen should suffice but don't forget to save!)

Can you ever edit your character once you start the game? Having trouble deciding between two hair styles.

OP has an FAQ for a reason

Do any of the dialogue choices matter or can I just pick whatever?

They can affect the outcome of a quest, cause your party members to approve/disapprove (affects affinity rating) and potentially have dire consequences for the people you talk to

Is there a way to have the game on the Gamepad and TV with audio coming from the TV (or TV and Gamepad)?

No. Only way is to enable Off-TV but then you have to disable it every time you need the map/UI.

Yes, finally. It is glorious and you were so right, it even has Mike Shinoda rapping! Been listening to the soundtrack these past two days and I really like it It's going to make the wait difficult, but I have a long Christmas break coming up and don't want to start the game before then. I watched the Survival Guide videos and they sealed the deal. This game is going to keep me sane during winter.

Well it's not actually Mike Shinoda though (it's Sawano's go-to rapper dude whose name I don't know). But he does sound a lot like him which is why I always have to think of Linkin Park

Are there like no audio options at all? Can't see any.

No.

Just entered NLA and I already want to tear my ears off. What the fuck is this music?

Hiroyuki Sawano, ladies and gentlemen. Love him or hate him.

Spoiler

(I choose the latter^^)

 

[colinp]

Yup, there's a ton of UI customization settings in the menu.

Yeah but which option is it?

 

[imae]

Yeah but which option is it?

The very last one on the Settings > Social page, has 'Achievements' in the title I think.

 

[colinp]

The very last one on the Settings > Social page, has 'Achievements' in the title I think.

Perfect, thanks!

 

[Mudd]

I don't really understand why you can't just map the world as in the first XB ;_;

 

[Jarmel]

To be fair to Sawano, that's not his fault.

The music is an atrocious fit at times. Like why is there vocals playing in the background for a random conversation?

 

[Sölf]

Is there a way to change the text from german to english? Or does that not work witht he german version? Changing the console to english maybe?

 

[Klyka]

Is there a way to change the text from german to english? Or does that not work witht he german version? Changing the console to english maybe?

Console to english works for me

 

[jb1234]

The music is an atrocious fit at times. Like why is there vocals playing in the background for a random conversation?

Sawano isn't responsible for the way the music is mixed into the game or how it is utilized after he has written it.

(I'm not defending him as a composer, to be clear. I think the music is terrible and a very bad fit for the game.)

 

[NotLiquid]

I didn't expect the music to be so divisive. Personally I love all of it.

 

[Ostinatto]

It's because the gamepad has the sound disabled if you are not playing in Gamepad Mode.

But i can play other games on my TV while using headphones, how can i fix this?

 

[-shadow-]

Is there a way to change the text from german to english? Or does that not work witht he german version? Changing the console to english maybe?

Setting your system to English will change it.

 

[Sölf]

Okay, I will do that. Will pobably help when talking about stuff in the same language... xD

 

[AGoodODST]

Is there any way to get more info on where certain items are other than what continent they appear on?

Completely lost on some of the collectible normal missions.