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Oh hey, Square Enix announced a turn-based JRPG: Octopath Traveler 0 is coming this year and it looks like it's added 8-character fights and some Suikoden to the mix
Oh hey, Square Enix announced a turn-based JRPG: Octopath Traveler 0 is coming this year and it looks like it's added 8-character fights and some Suikoden to the mix

Yahoo

time03-08-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Yahoo

Oh hey, Square Enix announced a turn-based JRPG: Octopath Traveler 0 is coming this year and it looks like it's added 8-character fights and some Suikoden to the mix

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Update: A new blog from Square Enix reveals Octopath Traveler 0 is a prequel coming to PC, PS5, PS4, and Xbox Series X|S on the same day as the Nintendo Switch family. Oh, there are also over 30 recruitable party members this time and, yes, eight-character parties comprised of front and back rows. Original Story: Did Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 make you yearn for another turn-based Final Fantasy? Well, I'm here to let you know Square Enix never wiped its hands of the genre. In fact, it just announced another turn-based HD-2D RPG called Octopath Traveler 0 and it's coming this year. We got our first look at the third Octopath Traveler game via today's Nintendo Direct, and, boy, does it look good. Octopath Traveler 0 is coming to the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on December 4, 2025 - plus, it looks like it's building on top of everything we love about the old-school-style series already. That gorgeous HD-2D art style is intact. The strategic BP-based combat from Bravely Default returns. And there seems to be another potentially world-ending threat to contend with. But there's also plenty that's all-new. In a series first, you can actually create your own custom character, giving you control over their name, appearance, body type, beginning skills, and "Favorite Dish" for some reason. Ripping a page from Suikoden's playbook, town-building is also central to Octopath Traveler 0's plot as our party works to restore their hometown destroyed in a fire. The biggest Suikoden influence, to my eye, was that huge cast, which seemingly includes fights with eight party members stuffed onto the screen. Our looks at combat show eight health bars, eight pixelated little heroes, and eight friendly icons in the turn order UI. Finally making good on the series' namesake - one for every tentacle. Check out some other upcoming Switch 2 games to see what else is in the pipeline.

Octopath Traveler 0 might have a $230 collector's edition, but you're still getting a game-key card on Switch 2 for a 5GB download and no upgrade path from Switch 1
Octopath Traveler 0 might have a $230 collector's edition, but you're still getting a game-key card on Switch 2 for a 5GB download and no upgrade path from Switch 1

Yahoo

time03-08-2025

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  • Yahoo

Octopath Traveler 0 might have a $230 collector's edition, but you're still getting a game-key card on Switch 2 for a 5GB download and no upgrade path from Switch 1

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. There's a notable crossover between fans of old-school JRPGs and gamers who love physical media, and the announcement of Octopath Traveler 0 at today's Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase has provided a conundrum. Despite a lavish collector's edition for the upcoming RPG, Square Enix is seemingly taking every step it can to annoy Switch 2 collectors. Box art for the Switch 2 version of Octopath Traveler 0 confirms that it's coming on a game-key card, despite the ongoing backlash against the format. Even if you buy the physical version, you'll still need to download the 5 GB game file – not a huge download by today's standards, but that only serves to make it more frustrating that Square Enix didn't deign to put this on a cartridge. Adding insult to injury, the publisher has confirmed that "it is not possible to upgrade from the Switch version to the Switch 2 version once purchased. There are also no plans for an option to upgrade to the Switch 2 version in future." Physical media enthusiasts have occasionally taken to buying Switch 1 cartridges to have the full game in at least one complete, physical format and then upgraded to play with the Switch 2 bells and whistles, but that won't be an option here. Square Enix is taking the same, no-upgrade path with Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D remake, but bizarrely is offering a free Switch 2 upgrade for Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles. If anything, it makes the HD-2D art style feel a bit cursed. If you want to drop a lot of money on Octopath Traveler 0 to get a lot of things to put on your shelf, you can opt for the $230 collector's edition now on the Square Enix Store. You'll get a nice ring, a big map, a custom set of playing cards, and an array of other baubles including a physical music CD, but you still won't get a proper Switch 2 cartridge. The lineup of upcoming Switch 2 games promises to remain a minefield for collectors.

The Nintendo Partner Direct left me wondering: where's the ambition?
The Nintendo Partner Direct left me wondering: where's the ambition?

Metro

time02-08-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Metro

The Nintendo Partner Direct left me wondering: where's the ambition?

A reader is disappointed by the recent Partner Direct and worries the Nintendo and third party publishers are already playing it safe on Switch 2. I tuned into the July 31 Nintendo Partner Direct with cautious optimism. The Switch 2 is out, the gaming landscape is shifting, and I was ready to be wowed. Instead, I walked away feeling deflated. What should have been a showcase of bold new directions and creative risks felt more like a safe, predictable parade of sequels, remakes, and ports. If this is Nintendo's vision for the future of its hybrid console dynasty, then I'm worried they're coasting on goodwill rather than pushing boundaries. Let's start with the obvious: Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection. Sure, it's a new entry in a beloved series, and the cinematic teaser hinted at a darker tone. But no gameplay? No innovation teased beyond a vague 'new story arc'? It felt like Capcom was banking on nostalgia and brand recognition rather than showing us why this game deserves to exist on a next gen platform. Then there was Octopath Traveler 0, Square Enix's latest HD-2D offering. I love the aesthetic, I really do. But we've seen this style multiple times now. The town-building mechanic and character customisation are welcome additions, but they don't scream 'next gen'. They whisper 'safe sequel'. It's a prequel, too – another sign that publishers are more interested in mining existing IP than forging new ones. Just Dance 2026, EA Sports FC 26, Madden NFL 26 – these are annualised franchises that feel more like contractual obligations than creative endeavours. Their inclusion in the Direct made the whole thing feel like a corporate checklist rather than a celebration of gaming artistry. Even Plants Vs. Zombies: Replanted, while charming, is a remake. And Pac-Man World Re-Pac 2? Another remake. Where's the originality? I kept waiting for that one surprise. That, 'one more thing'. But it never came. Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Imprisonment was probably the closest we got to something intriguing – a canonical prequel to Tears Of The Kingdom sounds promising. But again, it's a spin-off of a spin-off. And while I appreciate the lore expansion, it's still rooted in existing material. Even the indie offerings felt muted. The Adventures Of Elliot: The Millennium Tales had potential, with its HD-2D action role-playing flair, but it didn't feel like a game that could define the Switch 2 era. It felt like filler. And Chillin' By The Fire? Cozy, yes. But ambitious? Not remotely. Sign up to the GameCentral newsletter for a unique take on the week in gaming, alongside the latest reviews and more. Delivered to your inbox every Saturday morning. What frustrates me most is that this was a Partner Showcase, not a mainline Nintendo Direct. So, I get it – no Mario, no Zelda, no Metroid Prime 4. But even within the third party space, there's room for boldness. Where's the weird, the experimental, the genre defying? Where's the spirit of the Switch's early years, when every Direct felt like a treasure hunt? Instead, this Direct felt like Nintendo and its partners are playing it safe. Maybe too safe. The Switch 2 is supposed to usher in a new era, but this showcase felt like a continuation of the old one. And that's the problem. Nintendo seems content to ride the wave of the Switch's success without truly challenging itself – or us. More Trending I want to believe that the Switch 2 has more to offer than prettier ports and sequels. I want to see games that couldn't exist on the original Switch. I want to be surprised, delighted, and maybe even confused. That's what Nintendo used to do best. But right now? It feels like they're coasting. And if they don't shake things up soon, the Switch 2 might end up being remembered, not for its innovation, but for its complacency. By reader BaldB3lper The reader's features do not necessarily represent the views of GameCentral or Metro. You can submit your own 500 to 600-word reader feature at any time, which if used will be published in the next appropriate weekend slot. Just contact us at gamecentral@ or use our Submit Stuff page and you won't need to send an email. MORE: Why is Sony trying to kill the concept of the video game console? - Reader's Feature MORE: The Nintendo Switch 2 is the closest thing to a modern day Commodore Amiga – Reader's Feature MORE: Star Wars Outlaws is Ubisoft's best game and you should get it now it's cheap - Reader's Feature

Nintendo reveals new Switch 2 games including Monster Hunter, Zelda, and Dragon Ball at July showcase
Nintendo reveals new Switch 2 games including Monster Hunter, Zelda, and Dragon Ball at July showcase

Express Tribune

time01-08-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Express Tribune

Nintendo reveals new Switch 2 games including Monster Hunter, Zelda, and Dragon Ball at July showcase

Nintendo's July 2025 Partner Showcase unveiled a lineup of upcoming games for both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The presentation featured new entries in major franchises, updates from third-party developers, and a strong focus on the next generation of titles. Capcom opened the showcase with Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, set to arrive on Switch 2 in 2026. Square Enix followed with two new HD-2D RPGs: Octopath Traveler 0, releasing December 4, and The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, scheduled for 2026. The Zelda franchise returns with Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, a prequel set in the Tears of the Kingdom universe. While a specific release date has not been confirmed, it is expected to launch this winter. Other featured titles included Once Upon a Katamari (October 24), Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted (October 23), Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles (September 30), and Persona 3 Reload (October 23). Ubisoft's Star Wars Outlaws also makes its way to Switch 2 on September 4. Additional announcements included Pac-Man World Re-Pac 2, EA FC 26, Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, Madden NFL 26, Yakuza Kiwami and Kiwami 2, and Cronos: The New Dawn. A smaller title, Chillin' by the Fire, was released immediately following the showcase. The broadcast reinforced Nintendo's growing third-party support for Switch 2 and highlighted the console's potential with enhanced versions of popular franchises and new IPs.

Octopath Traveler 0 Isn't Just a Prequel, It's a Whole New Approach
Octopath Traveler 0 Isn't Just a Prequel, It's a Whole New Approach

CNET

time31-07-2025

  • Entertainment
  • CNET

Octopath Traveler 0 Isn't Just a Prequel, It's a Whole New Approach

The Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase on Thursday showed trailers for some titles already announced for the Nintendo Switch 2, and revealed a few new titles as well. The biggest of those debut games is the third game in the Octopath Traveler series, Octopath Traveler 0. As the "0" implies, this game is a prequel to the first Octopath Traveler game, released on the original Switch in 2019. This turn-based RPG makes a big change to the series by allowing players to make their own protagonist instead of picking a character to play as. As the hero, players will have to rebuild their hometown and fight powerful enemies with the help of more than 30 recruitable characters. The Octopath Traveler series is a turn-based RPG, with the key feature of having eight playable characters. Each character starts from a different part of the world of Osterra and has their own unique job with abilities, and their story arc plays out and eventually meets up with the other heroes. Another trademark of the franchise is its HD-2D graphics and the Break and Boost battle system. In battles, players have their own Boost Points that can be used to quickly Break a character, so they can become unable to fight or can be saved to unleash more damage on enemies who get broken via regular attacks. The result is a turn-based RPG that has surprisingly fast combat. This new entry in the series isn't the only prequel for the franchise. In 2022, Square Enix released a free-to-play gacha game for Android and iOS called Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent. That game was a direct prequel to the first Octopath game, so it's unclear how Octopath Travel 0 will fit into the timeline. Octopath Traveler 0 will come out on Dec. 4 for the Switch and Switch 2.

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