The arrival of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch has been met with a curious discovery: a 'sex' content warning on the European box art, a detail notably missing from the original Wii U release. This unexpected addition has sparked confusion and debate among fans, prompting questions about potential content alterations or restorations.

The original Xenoblade Chronicles X faced criticism upon its western Wii U launch due to censorship modifications.  Compared to the Japanese version, certain outfits were altered, and a character customization feature was removed. The Definitive Edition continued this trend, being based on the censored western version even in Japan. This decision further complicates the reasoning behind the new content warning.

While both the Wii U and Switch versions carry a 'T' rating in the US and 'PEGI 12+' in Europe, the European Switch release now includes the 'sex' content warning alongside existing warnings for violence and bad language.  This discrepancy has fueled speculation online, with some wondering if new content has been added or if previously censored elements have been reinstated.

According to the PEGI rating description, the 'sex' content warning is attributed to suggestive dialogue options available for female characters, citing the line "I'm going in for a quickie" as an example. While the original game also contained some suggestive dialogue, it seemingly didn't warrant a content warning at the time. It remains unclear whether this specific line is new to the Definitive Edition or if the PEGI's evaluation criteria have changed.

Interestingly, the ESRB rating for the US Switch version has actually reduced its content descriptors compared to the Wii U version. While both ratings mention suggestive themes, revealing outfits, and lingering camera angles, the Definitive Edition's ESRB rating omits a reference to sexual dialogue present in the original rating. This contrast further muddies the waters surrounding the content warning discrepancies between regions and platforms.

Despite fan desires for an uncensored experience, it appears Monolith Soft and Nintendo have maintained their stance on using the censored western version as the foundation for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition. This decision, coupled with the inconsistent application of content warnings across regions and versions, leaves players with lingering questions about the true nature of the game's content.