Tales of Xillia Remastered
October 31, 2025
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78.3
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80.0
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"Tales of Xillia Remastered is a well-deserved second chance. This is a very traditional JRPG that, while not groundbreaking within the genre, is one of the most beloved in the Tales of series. This is the best way to enjoy …"
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85.0
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70.0
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70.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered is a title you should experience for its memorable characters and engaging dialogue. The combat system is entertaining enough, but the weak stage design turns exploration into a tedious process."
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78.0
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72.0
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84.0
"Tales of Xillia may not be the best entry in the Tales series, but it does not necessarily need to be that. It still delivers a charming JRPG experience with its own unique identity, along with an engaging story and …"
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65.0
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60.0
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70.0
"Is this remaster a bad game? No, not at all. It proves that the genre has remained largely the same in the last two decades. But it also proves that Bandai Namco&s;s Tales remasters always run the same way. The …"
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78.0
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82.0
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74.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered is an excellent remaster of a darn solid and enjoyable JRPG. While it doesn&s;t quite reach the highest highs of other games in the franchise, neither does it reach the lowest lows. It&s;s a solid, enjoyable …"
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78.0
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82.0
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74.0
"More than a decade later, Tales of Xillia Remastered breaks free from the shackles of PlayStation 3 and is re-released, improved and updated, on all platforms."
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68.0
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72.0
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70.0
"Jude and Milla return with an accessible JRPG adventure focused on action and linked attacks, ideal for discovering Tales of without losing its classic essence."
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90.0
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75.0
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70.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered is a solid port of the original PS3 version with plenty of quality of life updates to go along with it."
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68.0
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70.0
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64.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered is another successful feather in the cap of the series’ 30th anniversary Remastered Project. While the game itself has some wrinkles in the story department, and visually the game shows its age, it is still filled …"
Read original review"Tales of Xillia Remastered isn&s;t exactly a masterpiece. The flaws of the original are still present: the sometimes bleak and empty overworld, pop-in of objects, tedious side quests, and excessive backtracking significantly detract from the overall enjoyment. However, it also …"
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78.0
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73.0
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82.0
"Tales of Xillia has so many strengths and so many weaknesses, inherent to that era of video games in general, which I feel a lot of nostalgia for, and even without having had prior contact with the Tales series, that&s;s …"
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85.0
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80.0
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75.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered is an acceptable way to reexperience a classic work in Bandai Namco&s;s franchise. Its quality as a remaster isn&s;t absurd, but it&s;s a basic, fair work to keep it accessible to a new generation after over …"
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75.0
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85.0
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80.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered does not seek to reinvent itself, but rather to preserve itself. It is a reminder of a time when Japanese JRPGs combined excitement, pace, and charisma in outstanding doses."
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92.0
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80.0
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84.0
"If you missed it the first time, this remaster is a great way to experience it. If you played it on PS3, the improvements make it worth revisiting. Tales of Xillia was a standout in 2013, and on PS5 it …"
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70.0
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70.0
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70.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered successfully brings the original title to modern consoles while maintaining its charm and warts. It won&s;t change anyone&s;s opinion who played it over a decade ago, but it is the best option for those who want …"
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85.0
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80.0
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75.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered doesn’t beg for attention, and maybe that’s why it feels so timeless. It’s comfortable in its own skin, faster, cleaner, but still true to the spirit that made it special. It remembers that character-driven storytelling and …"
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85.0
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80.0
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75.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered is an excellent JRPG, featuring a great story and outstanding combat. It does have some flaws that may hint at a limited budget, which weren’t addressed in this remaster due to its focus on improving resolution …"
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85.0
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90.0
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75.0
"Veteran fans don’t have a lot to show up for unless they’ve already been jonesing for a replay, but anyone who’s become a Tales fan in the years since have a new, easy way to play a game worth catching …"
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70.0
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85.0
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70.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered doesn&s;t really do much to upgrade this beloved RPG, but it ensures you don&s;t have to plug in a PS3 to play it."
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85.0
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80.0
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90.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered is one of my personal favourite Tales games so if you&s;re a fellow fan, this version contains plenty of quality of life upgrades that definitely make it worth getting so you can spend even more time …"
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92.0
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78.0
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84.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered is a wonderful showcase for why the Tales franchise has thrived for the past three decades. It&s;s packed full of charm, strung together with incredible battles, and has me so excited for whichever entry in the …"
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68.0
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70.0
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"Tales of Xillia Remastered is an unambitious remaster that takes a half-step toward accessibility and lets you play the game on your platform of choice. And as disappointing as that is, Tales of Xillia is still a wonderful addition to …"
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85.0
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85.0
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85.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered brings the original to new and returning audiences with welcomed convenience features, even if some classic features are still a bit cumbersome."
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66.0
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69.0
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71.0
"This remaster does what it&s;s supposed to do. It frees the original from the clutches of the PlayStation 3 and gives new fans the option to play it without too much effort. It&s;s not the best installment in the franchise …"
Read original review""A stunning return for a beloved classic" Tales of Xillia Remastered brings back one of the series&s; most iconic titles with improved graphics and a smoother experience. This version combines the authentic PS3 design with modern enhancements that make it …"
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85.0
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70.0
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"So, while there are elements of Tales of Xillia that don&s;t quite measure up to today&s;s standards, the core adventure remains rock solid, and the remaster brings some welcome additions and extras to the table. This PS3 RPG deserved a …"
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85.0
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70.0
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"Tales of Xillia is a good game in the saga and, although it didn&s;t have the best return with this remaster, it stands out for its excellent gameplay, good performance, deep story, and great graphics. If you&s;re not in a …"
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90.0
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75.0
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80.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered provides a chance for fans wanting to revisit the game or those interested in the series to play this game on modern consoles. It’ll be interesting to see which other Tales of games will get a …"
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96.0
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84.0
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72.0
"Overall, Tales of Xillia Remastered is a really enjoyable experience. If you haven&s;t played the Tales of games before but are interested in them, Xillia is a great place to start, as it&s;s story and mechanics are so fluid."
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75.0
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92.0
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60.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered delivers exactly what fans wanted: a smoother, more accessible version of a beloved JRPG with meaningful quality of life improvements. The combat system still holds up brilliantly and the character work remains compelling, but dated map …"
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75.0
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72.0
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80.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered is a perfect opportunity for newcomers and fans of classic JRPGs seeking an engaging story, dynamic combat, and deep character customization. However, if you expect a major leap in graphics compared to the original, it may …"
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65.0
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"“Can it get a second chance on the Nintendo Switch 2?”"
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75.0
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"Tales of Xillia Remastered shines with quality-of-life improvements, thrilling combat, and memorable heroes, though some old issues remain."
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70.0
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85.0
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"Tales of XIllia Remastered recaptures the magic of the original while including a few additions that could either improve or dilute it depending on whom you&s;re asking. But it&s;s definitely offers a adventure that could have you quite invested in …"
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70.0
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75.0
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90.0
"Tales of Xillia Remastered shines as a richly told story of conviction, coexistence, sacrifice, and hope. It is an essential play for fans of the genre and a powerful celebration of the values that define the entire Tales series. The …"
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60.0
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90.0
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90.0
"I&s;m willing to look past my smaller form graphical quibbles of Tales of Xillia Remastered, as should you. The base Xillia content is notable for its incredible combat and emotional story, and the additional quality of life content makes the …"
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