Monolith Soft Tokyo is building something big for Nintendo Switch 2. The acclaimed RPG studio is actively hiring for what’s being described internally as a “large-scale role-playing game” — one that could shape the early landscape of Nintendo’s new-generation console.
New Chapter in Development — But Not Yet Named
The Tokyo branch has been behind several major milestones in Nintendo’s RPG legacy, including key work on the Xenoblade Chronicles series. While nothing has been confirmed, speculation among longtime fans naturally leans toward either a new IP or a potential revival of Xenoblade Chronicles X, which remains the only major Xenoblade entry not yet ported or continued on modern hardware.
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Xenoblade X Sequel Still Unconfirmed
Whispers of a Xenoblade Chronicles X sequel have circulated before, but no verified insider has confirmed its production. What we do know is that Monolith Soft Tokyo is staffing up at a scale that matches its past AAA undertakings — making this one of the more significant internal projects known for Switch 2 so far.
Whether this new RPG turns out to be a spiritual successor, a full sequel, or a bold new world altogether, its development is yet another signal that Switch 2 won’t be lacking in ambitious first-party projects.
A Studio Built for Worlds Like This
Monolith Soft’s legacy with Nintendo stretches from the sweeping landscapes of Xenoblade Chronicles to its technical assistance on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. The studio’s design philosophy blends open-world scale with layered RPG systems — making its next project a must-watch for Switch 2 owners.
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