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Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition is undeniably complex, featuring intricate systems throughout the game, especially in its combat mechanics. If you’re new to it, don’t worry—you’re not alone in feeling a bit overwhelmed at first. This complexity can take a significant amount of time to get used to, perhaps as long as twenty hours or more.
However, there are plenty of strategies to simplify your experience in both the short and long term. By following some helpful tips, you can navigate the challenges of Xenoblade Chronicles X’s combat more easily. Rest assured, there will still be a lot to learn and master in other areas of the game.
### Target Enemy Weak Spots
Many foes in Xenoblade Chronicles X have several weak points, such as limbs, essential organs, and more. The game suggests that destroying these weak spots can increase your chances of earning rare loot, but it also has another, equally important benefit: knocking out specific appendages can disrupt your enemies’ most potent attacks. This is crucial since many strong enemies depend on those abilities to deal significant damage. Taking these out early can greatly help your odds in battle.
### Specialize in One Combat Art
You might notice that the effectiveness of various Arts increases significantly when you enhance them using Battle Points. While the cost to upgrade each Art does rise, the results justify the effort. Choose an offensive Art that suits your playstyle and devote your Battle Points to max it out. This approach often leads to impressive outcomes.
For instance, consider the Rising Blade from the Striker class. It inflicts extra damage if you’re targeted, and as you upgrade it, the damage output increases even further. If you fully max it out, you can deal substantial damage even at lower levels. While this means sacrificing the upgrades of other Arts temporarily, the long-term benefits are undeniable, allowing you to boost your other favorites later on.
### Prioritize Unlocking Quick Cooldown
The Quick Cooldown feature, newly added in the Definitive Edition, lets you use your Arts even when they’re on cooldown. For example, if you max out Rising Blade or another offensive Art, using Quick Cooldown can be incredibly advantageous. Keep in mind that this ability consumes your Quick Cooldown meter during battles, and it won’t refill until encounters are over. It’s invaluable for speeding up regular fights but should be used cautiously against tougher foes.
You can unlock Quick Cooldown after completing Chapter 3’s main mission, so push through until you reach that point before engaging in optional battles.
### Move Beyond the Drifter Class
Once your Drifter class hits Rank MAX (Rank 10), there’s no reason to stay in it. Continuing to use the Drifter class hinders your character’s growth. By advancing to a new class, you gain access to more Skill Slots, additional skills, and new Arts, all of which contribute to significantly boosting your power. Keep moving up the Class Tree and consider revisiting the Drifter class only after you’ve explored others.
### Rethink Your Defense Strategy
When it comes to the Defense stat, you can largely overlook it. Surprisingly, it doesn’t provide significant damage reduction, which makes it a low priority when comparing gear. If all else is equal, then sure, you can opt for a piece of equipment with slightly better Defense. However, it’s far more beneficial to focus on Physical Resistance, which offers much better damage mitigation.
The same goes for other Resistances—like Beam, Ether, Thermal, Electric, and Gravity—but prioritize Physical Resistance unless you encounter a specific enemy that relies heavily on a certain element.
### Augment Your Gear
Don’t forget to check for additional effects when you’re in the Ground Gear menu! By pressing ZL on pieces of gear that have empty slots in the Additional Effects section, you can equip Augments you find throughout your journey. These Augments can substantially boost your stats or provide useful Resistances. Always be on the lookout for gear with empty slots that you can fill.
One important note: Augments only apply to the specific gear they are installed on. For instance, don’t waste a Melee Attack Up Augment on a ranged weapon, as it simply won’t work.
By following these tips, you’ll be better equipped to tackle the challenges of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition with confidence!
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