How to chain attack in Xenoblade Chronicles 3

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The long-anticipated Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is finally here. Like each entry before it, the game is quite friendly to beginners but its deep mechanics make for an experience that is fun to learn and eventually master. One of the mechanics players should learn is the combat technique of chaining attacks for combos.

In RPGs that feature more action-oriented combat like the Xenoblade franchise, the art of mastering combos is vital for players wanting to improve. Luckily, players who become skillful in chain attacks are often rewarded greatly with bonuses to their damage, resulting in a much easier and more engaging combat experience.

Given how complicated this mechanic can be, many players may need some pointers in terms of how they can perfect this technique in Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Luckily, with a little advice and some practice, players will be ready to take on any foe the game will throw at them. So how hard is it to perform a chain attack?

Despite how the mechanic may sound, the chain attack feature is a bit more complex than players may anticipate. This type of attack is more than just a series of successful consecutive strikes. To engage a chain attack, the player is required to input a command to start. But first, actions must be taken to prepare.

To execute a chain attack, players must first execute a series of combat actions to fill up the chain meter. Most commonly, the actions performed to fill this gauge are landing attacks on various foes. Once the chain meter is full, players can press the "+" button on their controller to begin a chain attack.

Upon first instigating a chain attack in Xenoblade Chronicles 3, the player will have the choice between three combo starters. What each of these starters does in regards