During the most recent Nintendo Direct event, Octopath Traveler 2 was officially shown, along with a tonne of details on gameplay enhancements, new characters, and even a guaranteed release date
One of the biggest displays of the year from the Japanese publishing behemoth may have been Nintendo’s most recent Direct, which featured exciting updates on recently published games as well as the announcement of brand-new games.
Octopath Traveler 2 Release Date, Characters List, Gameplay, Trailer And News
The sequel to one of the greatest turn-based JRPGs ever made, Octopath Traveler, was not one of the games that Nintendo showcased during the presentation, despite the expectation of some fans.
Early in 2023, Octopath Traveler 2 will be released on the Nintendo Switch
Fans got their first glimpse of Octopath Traveler 2’s gameplay in the teaser shown off during Nintendo Direct as the group of heroes faced off against enormous, horrifying animals.
While the landscape has undergone modest changes, the essential gameplay features appear to have remained the same. The sequel presents a much more colourful and varied setting. Including deserts and fields, as opposed to merely cities like in the first game.
Eight travelers, eight paths to tread!
Embark on an exciting new journey in a brand-new world in #OctopathTraveler2. Coming to Nintendo Switch, PS5/4 and Steam February 24, 2023. pic.twitter.com/6DEY729eGF
— Square Enix (@SquareEnix) September 13, 2022
The Merchant, Dancer, Apothecary, Scholar, Thief, Hunter, and Cleric are among the characters whose inclusion in the sequel has been confirmed. They appear to be based on the character arcs from the previous title. Which, despite beginning tiny, grows into something bigger and much more noticeable as the plot progresses.
Raw gameplay from the sequels was featured for the majority of the trailer, which is unusual for announcements. Even Nintendo’s marquee games like Metroid and Bayonetta frequently just feature the title card and no gameplay when they are announced. This implies that the game won’t likely have any delays, which are all too prevalent in today’s gaming industry.
It boasts solid game mechanics and a graphic style. While it is reminiscent of NES vintage RPG games like the first Final Fantasy or Chrono Trigger. It is still current enough to never feel stale. In addition to its gameplay, it is highly praised for its artistic aesthetic.