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Tales of Xillia Remastered
Tales of Xillia follows Jude Mathis, a clever medical student attending school in the capital city, and Milla Maxwell, a mysterious woman accompanied by four u…
Let’s be honest—no one was shocked when Bandai Namco confirmed Tales of Xillia is getting a remaster. Leaks and slip-ups spooled the news long before the official reveal. Still, for fans craving modern access to this PS3 gem, the announcement feels like a welcome treat. If you skipped Jude and Milla’s debut, mark October 31, 2025 on your calendar.
After the fanfare of the Tales of Vesperia Definitive Edition and the mixed bag that was Symphonia Remastered, Xillia was the next logical candidate. Its original PS3 exclusivity locked out many players, forcing them to hunt down aging consoles just for a replay. By remastering Xillia for modern platforms, Bandai Namco caters to longtime fans and invites newcomers to experience its slick real-time combat and unique dual-protagonist storyline.
The overhaul isn’t just a simple resolution bump. Character models get refined textures and more detailed lighting, while environments pop on 4K screens. On Nintendo Switch, expect 1080p in docked mode and 720p handheld at a steady 30 FPS. PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC aim for 60 FPS or higher, delivering a buttery-smooth adventure—though exact specs for those platforms are still pending.
This remaster goes beyond a graphical facelift. A new toggle lets you disable random encounters—ideal for players who’d rather hunt bosses than grind mobs. Inventory menus have been streamlined, making gear management less of a chore. Map markers now flag side quests and objectives automatically, and fast-travel points are more intuitive. Best of all, every piece of DLC ever released—special costumes, bonus missions, and more—ships with the base game.
Tales of Xillia Remastered drops October 31, 2025, from developer DOKIDOKI under Bandai Namco Entertainment. You have two options: the Standard Edition at €39.99 or the Digital Deluxe Edition, which tacks on a Battle BGM Pack, the Super Growth Support Herb set, a digital artbook, and the original soundtrack. Pre-orders are live everywhere, and select retailers may throw in exclusive theme packs for early birds.
Here’s the snag: Tales of Xillia 2 isn’t part of this package. Bandai Namco appears to be saving the sequel for its own spotlight, meaning fans will need to buy two separate products to complete the saga. It’s a savvy business move, but it leaves players wishing for a single, definitive bundle.
If you’ve never jumped into Xillia, this remaster offers the smoothest entry point yet. The QoL fixes iron out older frustrations, and the full DLC lineup means you won’t have to chase down add-ons across digital stores. Series veterans will relish the convenience and polish, even if the update isn’t a total overhaul.
Tales of Xillia Remastered doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it does shine a fresh light on one of the franchise’s most accessible entries. Bandai Namco delivers exactly what fans asked for—modern platform support, bundled DLC, and thoughtful QoL improvements—while strategically holding back the sequel for another release. If you value nostalgia and convenience over radical reinvention, this remaster is Halloween candy you won’t want to miss.
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