Tokyo, Japan – Monolith Soft, based in Tokyo, Japan, is recognized as one of Nintendo’s key studios, responsible for contributing to various successful games such as Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and the Splatoon series. The company, known for its acclaimed Xenoblade Chronicles series, continually pushes itself to achieve higher standards in game development.
Co-founder and representative director of Monolith Soft, Hirohide Sugiura, recently expressed the company’s unwavering commitment to quality and continuous improvement. In the company’s 2025 brochure, Sugiura emphasized Monolith Soft’s dedication to surpassing past achievements and setting new benchmarks for excellence in the industry.
Despite a strong track record of successful titles, Monolith Soft’s ambition remains steadfast. Sugiura highlighted the company’s growth since its establishment in 1999, with an expanding team, multiple development centers, and involvement in major projects. However, Sugiura emphasized that mere success and accomplishments are not enough for Monolith Soft, as the company constantly strives for excellence and higher quality standards.
This week, Monolith Soft launched its latest game, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, a revamped version of the original Wii U RPG for the Nintendo Switch platform. Exciting news emerged regarding a hidden mode in the game that enables it to run at 60 frames per second, offering an enhanced gaming experience for players. This development showcases Monolith Soft’s commitment to providing innovative and optimized gaming experiences for its audience.