In my review, I found Ys X to be a bit uneven, but overall enjoyable. The combat is fantastic – a real standout, and a refreshing change from previous Ys games, particularly those starting with Ys Seven. The main character, Karja, is captivating and likable. The strong connection she develops with Adol, as ‘Shield Siblings,’ is a key part of what makes the game special.
Okay, so before I get into what’s different in the Western release, let me quickly talk about how much better Ys X: Nordics looked and played compared to previous games. It was clearly made with the Switch in mind from the start, unlike some of the older ports – those felt like they were trying to run on more powerful consoles. Honestly, after the Ys VIII and IX ports which weren’t great visually, Nordics was a huge step up and the best-looking, smoothest-running modern Ys game on the Switch. It aimed for 30 frames per second, and while it wasn’t super sharp, it was a solid experience whether you were playing on your TV or in handheld mode.
Players familiar with recent PC releases of PH3 will find this version very comfortable. For newcomers, Ys X: Proud Nordics on PC offers several improvements over the console versions. These include enhanced visuals with HDR support, customizable controls (including mouse and keyboard), and various display options like ultrawide and 16:10 support. You’ll also find quality-of-life features like adjustable autosave intervals, the ability to skip logos for faster loading, direct save loading from Steam, independent movie volume control, customizable button prompts, gamepad deadzone settings, and an asset caching feature.
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Nicolas Cage is starring in ‘Spider-Noir,’ a live-action series based on the Spider-Man character, and Sean O’Connell recently shared key details from a new preview. In this episode of the Heroes Journey Podcast, Sean highlights five important things to know: when the show will be released, the option to watch in color or classic black-and-white, … Read more
Everyone’s excited about a new scope, from regular players to pros like Zlaner, and for good reason! The 10x zoom scope isn’t just another add-on – it completely changes how you handle long-distance combat. If you’ve ever wanted both binoculars for spotting and a powerful sniper scope, this is it. It lets you scout and snipe seamlessly in one go.
Want to find out what shops are on Starsand Island and what they offer? Here’s a guide to help you explore them all.
One of the side quests involves collecting seven golden balls scattered around Kamurocho. Longtime fans of the series will remember this as a callback to a similar quest in Like a Dragon Gaiden. You need to find all seven and return them to Shen, who will then grant you a wish – it’s a classic trope, you probably know it!
There’s a free game for every type of player right now! You can find everything from fast-paced action games and team-based strategy to challenging roguelikes and even a peaceful game where you play as a cloud. SteamGamesPC recently announced four new free games on X (see their post below), so if you’re looking for something new to play this week without spending money, check these out!
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