NIS America’s release of Ys X: Proud Nordics is out now for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store. It has a base price of $69.99. The game is an expanded release of Ys X: Nordics with new mechanics, new story and characters, and a new island to explore. A limited time launch edition of the game is available until March 6th which includes a mini artbook and the Balduq Mascot Set. The launch edition is only mentioned in the PC storefronts and not the PlayStation Store and Nintendo eShop.
You can check out the launch bonuses in the image below (note: the image says the promotion ends March 5, but the post itself mentions the promotion ending on 3/6/2026 at6 9:00 AM PST).
For those that own the original game on Steam, a Special Upgrade Pack with a 34% discount will be available starting March 6, 2026 and will be available until August 31, 2026. So, if you own the original game on Steam, you can get it at a discounted price of $46.19 starting March 6. It appears the Upgrade Pack will only be available for owners on Steam as there is no information on GOG or Epic Games Store regarding an upgrade for owners of Ys X: Nordics. There is also no mention of a Special Upgrade Pack for console owners.
You can check out the game’s launch trailer below.
NIS America describes Ys X: Proud Nordics as follows:
New Features:
Adventure Anew: The spectacular adventure of Ys X: Nordics is back and better than ever, with improved graphical performance and quality of life updates that make this the definitive way to experience Ys X.
Isle of Mystery: Arrive at Öland Island and take part in a brand-new adventure! With Shield Siblings Canute and Astrid by your side, dig deep into the mystery surrounding this island in a story that’s been seamlessly integrated into the original.
An Ocean of Experiences Awaits: New mechanics and content abound in Ys X: Proud Nordics! Use the new Mana Hold ability to manipulate the world around you, try your hand at new challenges on Öland Island, and prepare yourself for Muspelheim, a timed dungeon of diabolical difficulty.
About Ys X: Proud Nordics
After a tense encounter at sea, the young red-haired adventurer Adol and the proud Norman Karja find themselves bound together by shackles of Mana and the looming threat of an undying horde. Board your ship, the Sandras, gather a trusty crew of friends and allies, and go head-to-head with the Greigr to protect Obelia Gulf in this unforgettable journey!
Experience a new story centering around Öland Island and the mysterious newcomers Canute and Astrid. Then, challenge yourself in the devious, time-trial dungeon of Muspelheim, where every second counts. Adventure awaits!
Ys X: Proud Nordics is available now for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store. If you’re interested in the game, check out its official website and follow NIS America and Nihon Falcom on X (formerly Twitter). You can also check out our review of the game and see what we thought of it.
The following is the opinion of the author and does not reflect the views of oprainfall as a whole:
I am baffled by the way this whole upgrade business is being handled. First, having this upgrade pack only be available for a limited time is absurd. This should be available permanently. Owners of the original game are being forced to purchase the game within this limited timespan, and that doesn’t sit right with me. Second, the upgrade pack should also be available on GOG and Epic Games Store, not just Steam. This is a given, not everyone purchases their games on Steam. Since Ys X: Proud Nordics and the original Ys X: Nordics are available on those three PC storefronts, all three should get the same upgrade benefit, not just Steam. The way it’s setup now, it shows favoritism to one storefront, and again, that just isn’t right. Last, owners of the original game on consoles deserve an upgrade discount just as much as PC players. If you owned the original game on Nintendo Switch, you should be able to purchase the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Proud Nordics at a discounted rate. If you owned the original game on PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5, you should be able to purchase the PlayStation 5 version of Proud Nordics at a discounted rate. To me, that’s just the fair way to things.
I still think Ys X: Proud Nordics is a great game and the changes do make it better. If you’ve never played or purchased the original before, then this upgrade business doesn’t affect you. You really can’t go wrong buying this game, I do recommend it. But for those who purchased the original game, especially at full price, I’d be more on the fence buying it right now. I’d just wait for a deeper discount in the future. I just hope this upgrade business is rectified and something is done to make it more enticing for owners of the original game to purchase Proud Nordics.
