Clouded Leopard Entertainment Inc. (CEO: Yuen-Yuen Chen) is pleased to announce that the Steam® version of Ys X: Nordics, the 35th anniversary title of Nihon Falcom (CEO: Toshihiro Kondo)’s Ys action RPG series, has received a version update and is now available for redownload as of today, Thursday, September 26, 2024, with subtitles in Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Simplified Chinese. 

■Ys X: Nordics Steam® Page
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2570810

■About Version 2.00

・Optimized for DirectX 12
　We rebuilt the port to DirectX 12 from the ground up, resolving all issues from the previous version.
　The game has been optimized to further enhance the already high-quality user experience of Ys X: Nordics.

・Removal of the Settings Tool
　In the previous version, screen settings and other options were configured through a separate settings tool, but starting from version 2.00, this tool has been removed. All settings can now be adjusted directly within the game.
　You can switch between windowed and full screen modes, change the rendering resolution, and adjust the aspect ratio right from the in-game options menu. 

・Mouse-Based UI Navigation
　You can now use the mouse to navigate in-game menus and select items.
　This makes gameplay with a keyboard and mouse much smoother and more intuitive. 

・Implementation of Upscaling Technology
　We’re excited to announce the addition of NVIDIA DLSS and AMD FidelityFX™ Super Resolution (FSR), along with the long-awaited IntelⓇ XeSS.
　These AI-enhanced upscaling technologies (XeSS, DLSS) boost frame rates while preserving high image quality, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful world of Ys X: Nordics with even greater visual fidelity and smoother performance.

■Steam® Version Relaunch Celebration Campaign

　To celebrate the relaunch of Ys X: Nordics on Steam®, we're excited to announce the following campaign:

1. ①Free Exclusive Costume Giveaway

As a special gift, we will be giving away exclusive Karja costumes—Avatar Raven and Battle Dress—to everyone who purchase it by 11:59 PM (JST) on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.

・Karja’s “Avatar Raven” Costume
An outfit designed to embody the messenger of Hal, the incarnation of the raven.

・Karja’s “Battle Dress” Costume
Armor passed down in the Balta Navy, imbued with the blessing of the chief god Hal.
This special outfit for the warrior Karja combines both power and grace.

※May become available for purchase at a later date.
※Bonus end date/times may vary by region.
※Contents of bonus subject to change without notice.

②10% Discount Sale
From Thursday, September 26 to Wednesday, October 9, both the standard digital version and the Digital Deluxe version of Ys X: Nordics will be available on the Steam® store at a special 10% off discount. 

※We have processed refunds for all customers who purchased the previous version on the Steam® store.
If desired, please use the refunded wallet balance towards your purchase of Version 2.00. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
 

■About Ys X: Nordics

Ys X: Nordics, the long-awaited latest installment commemorating the 35th anniversary of the Ys series, is an all-new adventure set in Obelia Bay, in the northern sea, featuring the young adventurer, Adol Christin, as its protagonist!

The story takes place in the northern sea Obelia Bay, a bay filled with countless islands of all sizes.
Adol Christin, a young adventurer who has explored the ancient kingdom of Ys, encounters two factions: the “Normans,” seafaring people known for their powerful warriors, and the “Greegers,” a mysterious undead group that threatens the people of Obelia Bay.

The Ys IX battle system has undergone a major overhaul!
The all-new “Cross Action” system allows players to fight in two modes depending on the situation: a speedy solo mode in which the player controls gameplay supported by a partner who attacks automatically; and a dual mode in which two players simultaneously control a series of actions to engage in a turn-based battle against a powerful enemy!

In addition, for the first time in the series, Ys X allows players to become a ship’s captain!
This adds an exciting new element of challenge to the adventure, such as exploring vast regions of the ocean using nautical charts as guides, and sometimes challenging enemy ships to naval battles!
Plus, the game also features the all-new “Mana Actions” system, a special ability that greatly expands the freedom of the player in fields and dungeons.

■A Message to Our Customers

We sincerely thank you for your continued support.

We would like to express our deepest apologies to those enjoying Ys X: Nordics on Steam® for not delivering the level of quality you deserve.

Following the game’s release, we received invaluable feedback from many players. Despite our efforts to implement large-scale fixes with the original development team, we regret to say that we were unable to meet your expectations.

After careful consideration, we concluded that a fundamental overhaul was necessary. We decided to completely rebuild the game from the ground up with a refreshed development structure.

With version 2.00, we not only resolved the issues from the previous version, but also implemented enhancements based on your feedback. These include optimization and performance improvements with DirectX 12, the addition of upscaling technologies such as DLSS and FSR, and various improvements to gameplay.

We apologize for the long wait and the delayed communication during this process. Moving forward, we are committed to continually improving and providing content that meets, and hopefully exceeds, your expectations.

We hope you enjoy the enhanced world of Ys X: Nordics.
 

Yuen-Yuen Chen, CEO
Clouded Leopard Entertainment Inc.

■Ys X: Nordics (Steam®) Product Details

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