Ys 10: Nordics is the latest release in the long-running series featuring the red-haired adventurer, Adol Christin. It is the newest title in Falcom's colorful action RPG series that's been around since 1987.

It's been a long wait for fans as the game was first released in Japan in 2023, and Western fans of Ys can finally get their hands on the tenth original entry in the series. Adol is forced into a partnership with a fearsome new ally, known and feared as Karja 'The Pirate Princess'. This guide details the release date and playtime for Ys 10: Nordics so you can be ready to dive into the exciting new JRPG adventure.

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When Will Ys 10: Nordics Be Playable?

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Ys 10: Nordics launches on October 25, 2024, for PC, PS4, PS5, and the Nintendo Switch. Unfortunately, Ys 10 Nordic isn't set to release for Xbox consoles.

Expected Release Times For Ys 10: Nordics

The expected launch times for Ys 10: Nordics are as follows:

  • CDT: 12:00 pm
  • EDT: 1:00 pm
  • PDT: 10:00 am
  • BST: There's no countdown for the UK launch yet, but it's expected to be playable between 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm.
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Ys 10: Nordics Special Edition Details

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The physical versions of Ys 10: Nordics are only available on console. There is a Deluxe Edition and a Limited Edition set. Nevertheless, these versions do not have an early launch. The contents of each unique special edition are detailed below:

Ys 10: Nordics Deluxe Edition

  • Full Game
  • Digital Soundtrack
  • Mini Art Book

Ys 10: Nordics Limited Edition

  • Ys 10: Nordics Deluxe Edition
  • Collector's Box
  • Ys 10: Nordics - Art Book
  • Digipak and mini soundtrack
  • Metal Pin
  • Postcard set
  • Sling bag

Do You Need To Play The Other Ys Games To Enjoy Nordics?

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Although Adol Christin's adventures are presented in chronological order, new players can easily join the series at any point, as there are only a few references to previous games. Ys 10: Nordics takes places earlier in the series, set just after Ys 1 and 2, with Adol and his best friend, Dogi, getting caught up in another adventure on their way to Celceta, the setting for Ys: Memories of Celceta. Except for Ys Origin, the series always focuses on Adol , but it's a new adventure every time, and only Ys 1 & 2, which are packaged together, have the most continuity.

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Released
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WHERE TO PLAY

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ESRB
t
Developer(s)
Nihon Falcom
Publisher(s)
Nihon Falcom
Franchise
Ys
Platform(s)
PS4, PS5, Switch
Genre(s)
Action, JRPG
How Long To Beat
30 Hours