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Xanadu Next

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Game Information

Original Release Date: June 24, 2005

Platforms: N-Gage, PC (Microsoft Windows)

Involved Companies: Nokia, Nihon Falcom, XSEED Games, ScriptArts

Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up

Summary: Xanadu Next is an exploration-centric action RPG from Nihon Falcom, the acclaimed creators of the Ys and The Legend of Heroes RPG franchises. A late entry in their immensely popular Dragon Slayer series and a spiritual follow-up to the late ‘80s cult classic Faxanadu, Xanadu Next puts players in the shoes of a gravely injured knight given a new lease on life through ancient magic who must now seek a legendary sword called “Dragon Slayer” to ensure his survival.

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