John Rairdin
Nintendo World ReportYs X: Proud Nordics (Switch 2) Review
Published 2/16/2026
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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!
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- Nihon Falcom
- Publisher
- Nihon Falcom, Clouded Leopard Entertainment Inc., NIS America
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84
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Tyler Treese
PlayStation LifeStyleYs X: Proud Nordics Review: PS5 JRPG Gets Definitive Version
Published 2/16/2026
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80
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PS4Blog.netYs X: Proud Nordics Review
Published 2/16/2026
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