Ys X: Nordics
Released Oct 2024
Explore uncharted islands, engage in fast-paced action combat, and experience the high seas adventures of unlikely allies Adol and Karja in Ys X: Nordics!
76% positive · 949 reviews Definitive edition
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
Ys X: Nordics launched on October 25, 2024 with all 11 DLC items releasing on the same day as the base game — these are cosmetic packs, art books, and starter bundles rather than story expansions, and none are listed as unreleased.
On February 20, 2026, NIS America announced "Ys X: Proud Nordics," described explicitly as the "new, definitive Ys X" experience. This upgraded edition adds brand new story content integrated into the campaign, a Coliseum mode, the Ceaseless Sea, and Muspelheim challenges, along with quality-of-life improvements across the board. Owners of the original Nordics were offered a discounted "Special Upgrade Pack" available from March 6 to August 31, 2026.
This is a definitive/enhanced edition release in the traditional Nihon Falcom and NIS America mold — a comprehensive upgraded package that bundles new story and gameplay content into what the developer explicitly calls the "definitive" version of the game. With this edition now available, the content story for Ys X: Nordics is complete; players waiting for all content would want to pick up Proud Nordics rather than the base game.
Evidence
NIS America announces Ys X: Proud Nordics, described as the 'new, definitive Ys X,' adding new story content, Coliseum, Ceaseless Sea, and Muspelheim modes, plus quality-of-life improvements. A discounted Special Upgrade Pack for existing owners goes on sale March 6, 2026.
All 11 DLC items released on the same day as the base game launch — cosmetic packs, art books, and starter bundles. No unreleased DLC entries exist.
Content
11 of 11 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
NIS America, Inc.
Achievements
55
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · Local/Split Screen
About this game
Embark on a high seas adventure rich with action and exploration in Ys X: Nordics! Experience the perils of Obelia Gulf through the eyes of Adol Christin and his unexpected ally, the pirate Karja Balta, as they help save the people of the gulf from the mysterious immortal monsters known as the Griegr.
Cross Action System: Swap between controlling Adol and Karja independently or together. Combine their unique strengths to overcome enemies, and build up the Revenge Gauge to unleash devastating attacks.
The Power of Mana: Harness the unique abilities of Mana to overcome challenges. Grapple and slide through dungeons, demolish obstacles, create new platforms, and uncover hidden treasures and critical points.
Sailor’s Delight: The sailing ship known as the Sandras takes your exploration to new levels. Ocean travel, naval battles, and discovering uncharted islands are all made possible with this seaworthy vessel.
Feature List
Two Heroes, One Story: Bound by unexpected circumstances, the young adventurer Adol and the Norman pirate Karja must work together to determine the fate of Obelia Gulf and its people.Cross Action System: Swap between controlling Adol and Karja independently or together. Combine their unique strengths to overcome enemies, and build up the Revenge Gauge to unleash devastating attacks.
The Power of Mana: Harness the unique abilities of Mana to overcome challenges. Grapple and slide through dungeons, demolish obstacles, create new platforms, and uncover hidden treasures and critical points.
Sailor’s Delight: The sailing ship known as the Sandras takes your exploration to new levels. Ocean travel, naval battles, and discovering uncharted islands are all made possible with this seaworthy vessel.
Last evaluated Jun 20, 2026
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