A Dive Into Torna ~ The Golden Country

DLC oftentimes feels like an afterthought in most games; feeling largely unnecessary and superfluous compared to what content is available in the original game. Xenoblade Chronicles 2, yet again, proved to me that it doesn't have to be that way, as its DLC proves to not only enhance the original experience but illustrates a clear willingness to address critiques of the base game to make a smoother experience. The following video is an overly-long look into my thoughts on Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna ~ The Golden Country!

Timestamps:

Intro & First Experiences: 00:00:00

Chapter 1: It's The Little Things (QoL Updates)
Ch 1 pt 1. Addressing Criticisms of Xenoblade 2 - 00:05:04
Ch 1 pt 2. Combat Adjustments - 00:07:40
Ch 1 pt 3. Crafting - 00:15:23
Ch 1 pt 4. The Ideal Prequel - 00:17:41

Chapter 2: I Think... Real Hell Might Be... Closer To Something Like This (Major Negatives)
Ch 2 pt 1. Auresco - 00:23:26
Ch 2 pt 2. The Community System & Side Quests - 00:33:15
Ch 2 pt 3. No Heart-to-Hearts? - 00:41:48
Ch 2 pt 4. I Hate Gort - 00:45:53
Ch 2 pt 5. Hey now, let's say something nice! (Visuals, Soundtrack, and World Design) - 00:52:09

Chapter 3: Let's Make Some Memories (Story & Characters)
Ch 3 pt 1. Story Themes - 00:57:47
Ch 3 pt 2. Cast of Characters - 01:04:49

Conclusion: 01:15:37

Works Cited: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M...


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