Sahil Lala
Invision CommunityYs X Proud Nordics Review – Definitive But Divisive
Published 4/15/2026
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Switch 2 / PC / PS5 - 8/20/2025
Ys X: Proud Nordics
Stand Proud for a new adventure in Ys X: Proud Nordics! Experience Adol and Karja's unforgettable journey across Obelia Gulf with new quality of life improvements, then discover the new story centering around Öland Island, and the mysterious newcomers Canute and Astrid. And once you're ready, challenge yourself in the devious, time-trial dungeon of Muspelheim, where every second counts. Your new adventure awaits!
- Developer
- Nihon Falcom
- Publisher
- Nihon Falcom, Clouded Leopard Entertainment Inc., NIS America
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Critic avg
84
13 scored reviews
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13
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70–95
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Mixed response
Score range is 21–30 points
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The critic average is 84 across 13 scored reviews, with a 25-point spread. That suggests a mixed critic response rather than a single clear read.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 90–100 band.
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90–1006 reviews · 46%
80–896 reviews · 46%
70–791 review · 8%
Below 700 reviews · 0%
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Adrià MA
Cloud DosageYs X: Proud Nordics – Game Review
Published 3/30/2026
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80
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Read originalStephan Adamus
COGconnectedYs X: Proud Nordics Review – A Vastly Improved Action JRPG
Published 2/27/2026
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90
+6 vs critic avg
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Read originalAudra Bowling
RPGFanYs X: Proud Nordics Review | RPGFan
Published 2/25/2026
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90
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Read originalRavi Sinha
GamingBoltYs 10: Proud Nordics Review – Before the Fall
Published 2/25/2026
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70
-14 vs critic avg
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Read originalThrogmorton Belmont
Niche GamerYs X: Proud Nordics Review
Published 2/18/2026
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80
-4 vs critic avg
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Read originalCeidz
PS3Blog.netYs X: Proud Nordics Review
Published 2/17/2026
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95
+11 vs critic avg
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Read originalAdam Riley
Cubed3Ys X: Proud Nordics Review
Published 2/17/2026
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80
-4 vs critic avg
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Read originalScott Adams
The Outerhaven ProductionsYs X: Proud Nordics Review
Published 2/16/2026
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80
-4 vs critic avg
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Read originalEthan Zack
Nintendo LifeReview: Ys X: Proud Nordics (Switch 2) - The Definitive Version Of Adol Christin's Seafaring Saga
Published 2/16/2026
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-4 vs critic avg
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