Summary
Square Enix’s RPGOctopath Traveler 2is heading to Xbox and Microsoft PC next year. The prequel,Octopath Traveler, was available on Xbox Game Pass back in 2021 and left the subscription service a month after the release ofOctopath Traveler 2.
Octopath Traveler 2is the sequel to the 2018 release ofOctopath Traveler, but it is considered a standalone game. This title builds on what was well received by players such as its charming pixelated art with a 2.5D perspective and traditional turn-basedRPG game mechanics that are rarely seen in Square Enix’s other RPGsnowadays since the company is experimenting with fusing its classic RPGs with other genres.Octopath Traveler 2introduces eight new characters, abilities, and stories to tell in a new world known as the land of Solistia. While other franchises by Square Enix are not all available on Xbox, bothOctopath Travelergames will be available on Microsoft’s platforms.
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Square Enix announced that itshighly-rated gameOctopath Traveler 2will be released for the Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC in early 2024. This announcement was accompanied by a short trailer that shares a glimpse into the game’s visuals and gameplay.
Some Xbox gamers expressed how happy they are aboutOctopath Traveler 2making its way to Xbox, but that it is still frustrating how it is still catching up with its competition. Square Enix is a Japanese video game company famed for its RPGs such as the long-running franchisesDragon Quest,Final Fantasy, andKingdom Hearts.PublishingOctopath Traveler 2on Xbox may continue to open more doors for it to expand its library of RPGs hailing from Japan, a sub-genre that is not as popular among Xbox owners. It is no secret thatXbox CEO Phil Spencer is interested in acquiring more publishersas he feels it would be a great move for the company and its consumers, especially since its platforms continue to struggle with captivating an audience of gamers outside the U.S. and Europe who enjoy non-Western RPGs.
Xbox solidified itself in the games' industry by being known for multiplayer shooter games such as its exclusive gameHaloand online experiences, so when most gamers think RPGs it is no surprise to some that Xbox is not the first to come to mind. Spencer has been showing interest and open-mindedness over the years for Xbox to branch out and experiment with new ideas for the Xbox brand, including sharing a piece of the demographic that enjoys RPGs with Nintendo and PlayStation.Spencer is hopingFinal Fantasy 7 RemakeandFinal Fantasy 16will be ported to Xboxconsidering quite a few other RPGs made their way over to the platform already.
Octopath Traveler 2is available now on Nintendo Switch, PC, PS5, and PS4. This game is also coming to Xbox Series X|S in early 2024.
