Tales of Xillia 2
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Tales of Xillia 2 (
The game takes place after
Gameplay
Tales of Xillia 2 consists primarily of two major areas: the field map and the battle screen. The field map is a realistically scaled 3D environment where the
During battle sequences, the game uses the Cross Dual Raid Linear Motion Battle System, a similar system to the prequel. Four characters from the party are chosen to battle and characters not controlled by a player are controlled by
Battles take place in
Plot
The game takes place a year after
As Ludger works for Spirius, he is joined by the protagonists from Tales of Xillia in addition to
With all five Waymarkers gathered, the entrance to Canaan is revealed. Bisley takes Elle with him to Canaan, intending to use Origin's wish to enslave spirits. With Julius' sacrifice, the party follows and defeats Bisley. The party uses Origin's wish to destroy all parallel dimensions and Ludger is given a choice resulting in two endings: If Ludger does nothing, Elle's transformation into a divergence catalyst causes her to disappear with the other dimensions. Years later, Ludger is the CEO of Spirius and meets Lara Mel Marta during a business deal. If Ludger offers his life to save Elle's, Ludger disappears with the other dimensions. Years later, an adult Elle highlights the party's accomplishments.
Development and release
On May 9, 2012,
Conception
The concept for Tales of Xillia 2 originated during the development of the original Xillia, but did not enter active development, instead undergoing extensive conceptual work in preparation for production should it be called for. Active development began in 2011, after Xillia was completed.[14] The game was the first mainline Tales title to be developed by Bandai Namco Studio, a studio founded as an in-house development environment after Namco Tales Studio was absorbed into its parent company in 2011.[1][15]
Baba conceived the game's plot while thinking about Tales of Xillia's plot and imagined what the history and aftermath of Xillia was like.[16] Because a large proportion of the world and lore of Xillia had only been referred to in speech or text, the decision was made to create a sequel, with a central theme inspired by the choices that must be made by people in both casual and dire situations. A choice mechanic was implemented to help players form a deeper connection with Ludger.[17] Several concepts for alternate timelines went unused, and the original plot differed substantially from that in the final product.[18] The script was handled by multiple writers: Naoki Yamamoto, who had handled Xillia's side events, wrote the main scenario. Daisuke Kiga, Xillia's main scenario writer, handled the character scenarios. Other writers also contributed to add to the variety of the script. A silent protagonist was chosen so the main character would feel like a full extension of the player. Ludger's transforming abilities and debt needed to be created through cooperation between the writers and designers.[19]
Downloadable content
Tales of Xillia's
Media adaptations
Manga
Tales of Xillia 2 spawned four manga adaptions: two anthology series and two traditional manga series. The first anthology series is Tales of Xillia Yonkoma Kings[Jp 1] by Ichijinsha with two volumes released in February 2013 and January 2014.[25] The second is Tales of Xillia 2 Comic Anthology[Jp 2] by DNA Media Comics which released a volume in March 2013.[25]
The Tales of Xillia 2 manga series is an adaption of the game's storyline. Its prelude was published in the December 2012 issue of Viva Tales of Magazine.[26] It began serialization in Dengeki Maoh beginning January 2013.[27] The series Tales of Xillia 2: Bipolar Crossroads[Jp 3] is published by ASCII Media Works. It takes place between the first and second Xillia games and follows Jude and Alvin.[25]
Books
Tales of Xillia 2 had three different strategy guides published; one each from Yamashita Books, Shueisha, and Enterbrain.[25] The book Tales of Xillia 2 Official World Guidance[Jp 4] was released by Yamashita Books and details the in-universe information of the game. It was released on March 2, 2013. Tales of Xillia 2 Official Scenario Book[Jp 5] was published by Bandai Namco Games and Yamashita Books. It details the in-game plot and acts as a guide.[25]
Audio CDs
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Reception
Aggregator | Score |
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GameRankings | 70.50%[31] |
Metacritic | 71/100[32] |
Publication | Score |
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Famitsu | 35/40[33] |
Hardcore Gamer | 4/5[34] |
Publication | Award |
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Japan Game Awards | Future Division Award[2] |
Tales of Xillia 2 was received with generally positive reviews, albeit usually lower than its predecessor. It sold half a million copies in Japan and failed to meet Namco Bandai Game's target sales.[35][36] Famitsu's review of the game was positive and commented on how the game will meet expectations of fans of the series.[33] Hardcore Gamer gave the game a 4/5, calling it a "well-designed RPG bursting with content."[34] It was also well received in western releases.
Notes and references
- Notes
- ^ テイルズ オブ エクシリア 4コマ Kings, Teiruzu obu Ekushiria Yonkoma Kings
- ^ テイルズ オブ エクシリア2 コミックアンソロジー, Teiruzu obu Ekushiria 2 Komikku Ansorojī
- ^ テイルズ オブ エクシリア2 双極のクロスロード, Teiruzu obu ekushiria 2 Sōkyoku no Kurosurōdo
- ^ テイルズ オブ エクシリア2 公式設定資料集, Teiruzu obu Ekushiria 2 Kōshiki Settei Shiryōshū
- ^ テイルズ オブ エクシリア2 公式シナリオブック, Teiruzu obu Ekushiria 2 Kōshiki Shinario Bukku
- ^ アンソロジードラマCD テイルズ オブ エクシリア2 2013 Winter, Ansorojī Dorama CD Teiruzu obu Ekushiria 2 2013 Winter
- ^ テイルズ オブ エクシリア2 オリジナル・サウンドトラック, Teiruzu obu Ekushiria 2 Orijinaru Saundotorakku
- References
- ^ a b 『テイルズ オブ』シリーズ最新作を続々展開 (PDF) (in Japanese). Bandai Namco. 2012-06-04. Retrieved 2012-06-23.
- ^ a b "Tales of Xillia 2 Future Division". Japan Game Awards. Archived from the original on May 11, 2013. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ Gantayat, Anoop (May 9, 2012). "Next Tales of Game Announcement in Early June". Andriasang.com. Archived from the original on May 10, 2013. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ Gantayat, Anoop (May 14, 2012). "Namco Bandai Counts Down to Next Tales Game". Andriasang.com. Archived from the original on May 10, 2013. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ Gantayat, Anoop (May 16, 2012). "Baba Talks Next Tales With Famitsu". Andriasang.com. Archived from the original on May 10, 2013. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ Gantayat, Anoop (June 2, 2012). "Tales of Xillia 2 Announced". Andriasang.com. Archived from the original on May 6, 2013. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ a b Gantayat, Anoop (June 2, 2012). "Tales of Xillia 2 Official Site, Reveal Trailer and Special Dual Shock 3". Andriasang.com. Archived from the original on May 10, 2013. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ a b Gantayat, Anoop (June 27, 2012). "Namco Bandai Details Tales of Xillia 2's Promotional Plans". Andriasang.com. Archived from the original on May 5, 2013. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ Gantayat, Anoop (July 18, 2012). "Tales of Xillia 2 in Final Phases of Development". Andriasang.com. Archived from the original on May 10, 2013. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ Gantayat, Anoop (August 1, 2012). "Tales of Xillia 2: Choose Your Demo". Andriasang.com. Archived from the original on May 10, 2013. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ Romano, Sal (September 23, 2012). "Tales of Xillia 2 fourth trailer, TGS stage details". Gematsu.com. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ Romano, Sal (July 6, 2013). "Tales of Xillia 2 coming west in 2014". Gematsu. Retrieved July 6, 2013.
- ^ Krupa, Daniel (April 22, 2014). "Tales of Xillia 2 Western Release Date Revealed". IGN. Retrieved April 23, 2014.
- ^ Viva! Tales of Magazine (in Japanese) (August 2012). ASCII Media Works: 12–13. 26 June 2012.
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(help) - ^ Slayton, Olivia (18 May 2011). "Famitsu No. 1224: Tales Series Producer Interview". Gematsu. Retrieved 18 August 2014.
- ^ Romano, Sal (June 19, 2012). "Famitsu No. 1228: Tales of Xillia 2 Producer Interview". Gematsu.com. Retrieved May 1, 2013.
- ^ Ward, Robert (April 22, 2014). "Bandai Namco On The Theme And Characters of Tales of Xillia 2". Siliconera.com. Archived from the original on 23 April 2014. Retrieved April 22, 2014.
- ISBN 978-4-90-237246-5.
- ^ "『テイルズ オブ エクシリア2』産地直送リポート その2/シナリオ編". Famitsu. 5 October 2012. Retrieved 28 February 2015.
- Bandai Namco Games. Retrieved May 11, 2013.
- ^ Romano, Sal (September 13, 2012). "Tales of Xillia 2 gets Yuri and Asbel costumes". Gematsu.com. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ a b Romano, Sal (October 6, 2012). "Tales of Xillia 2 at Machi Asobi: Code Geass and Madoka Magica DLC detailed, Ludger's Voice, and more". Gematsu.com. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ a b c Romano, Sal (November 8, 2012). "Tales of Xillia 2 upcoming attachment DLC detailed". Gematsu.com. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ Romano, Sal (October 16, 2012). "Tales of Xillia 2 academy outfit DLC announced". Gematsu.com. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ Bandai Namco Games. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ Viva Tales of Magazine (in Japanese). 2012 (12). ASCII Media Works. December 2012.
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(help) - ^ Dengeki Maoh (in Japanese). 2013 (1). ASCII Media Works. January 2013.
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(help) - ^ "Tales of Xillia 2 2013 Winter" (in Japanese). Animate. Retrieved March 15, 2014.
- ^ a b "Tales of Xillia 2 Original Soundtrack" (in Japanese). Oricon. Retrieved May 11, 2013.
- ^ "Tales of Xillia 2 Original Soundtrack Limited Edition" (in Japanese). Oricon. Retrieved May 11, 2013.
- ^ "Tales of Xillia 2 GameRanking's aggregate rating". GameRankings. Retrieved October 16, 2013.
- ^ "Tales of Xillia 2 Metacritic's aggregate rating". Metacritic. Retrieved October 16, 2013.
- ^ a b Famitsu (in Japanese). No. 1246. Enterbrain & Tokuma Shoten.
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(help) - ^ a b Suprak, Nikola (24 August 2014). "Review: Tales of Xillia 2". Hardcore Gamer. Hardcore Gamer. Retrieved 24 August 2014.
- Bandai Namco Games. May 9, 2013. Archived(PDF) from the original on March 8, 2014. Retrieved May 11, 2013.
- ^ Reilly, Luke (May 10, 2013). "Namco Bandai Yearly Revenue Up". IGN. Retrieved May 11, 2013.
External links
- Official United Kingdom website Archived December 17, 2014, at the Wayback Machine
- Official website Archived October 31, 2015, at the Wayback Machine (in Japanese)