

Each traveler has a unique set of Path Actions they can use to battle townspeople, obtain items, take others along in their travels, and more. You can sail the seas and explore every corner of a world that changes from day to night. The story takes place in Solistia, where diverse cultures thrive from east to west and the industries of the new era flourish. The series’ HD-2D graphics, a fusion of retro pixel art and 3DCG, have reached even greater heights. Begin your adventure as one of eight new travelers, each with their own origins, motivations, and unique skills. Where will you go? What will you do? Whose tale will you bring to life? Every path is yours to take. In the world of Solistia, eight new travelers venture forth into an exciting new era. It takes the series’ HD-2D graphics, a fusion of retro pixel art and 3DCG, to even greater heights. In the world of This game is a brand-new entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series, the first installment of which was initially released in 2018 and sold over 3 million copies worldwide.

Notably, a new day and night cycle shapes the characters' path actions. However, the sequel makes a few changes to this formula.

Enemies are also fought in turn-based battles. In terms of gameplay, Octopath Traveler II resembles the first game, with path action commands that allow the playable characters to shape their relationships with NPCs with different actions of varying morality. It also follows a completely new cast, which is detailed below. Octopath Traveler II takes place in the same setting as the first game, the world of Solistia, but in more modern times. Though the eight characters have vastly different backgrounds and goals, their stories intertwine throughout the overarching storyline of the game. In Octopath Traveler II, you move between the perspectives of eight different characters, each with their own desires and questlines. Like the original Octopath Traveler, it will launch for all regions on day one, meaning it won't be released in Japan first and then other regions later like Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent. Octopath Traveler II is scheduled to launch on February 24. And all the while, you're treated to one of the most interesting and effective re-imaginings of a retro aesthetic around." Release date The promise of new jobs, exciting boss fights, and powerful gear will inspire you to poke around every corner, and there are no shortage of discoveries to strive for. In GameSpot's Octopath Traveler review, Peter Brown wrote, "Despite the lackluster stories that pull you through the world, Octopath thrives on its character progression and the temptations of high-level challenges and rewards. If this new game is anywhere as good as the first, we're in for a treat. Below, we go over everything we know about Octopath Traveler II, including when it's coming out and who the new playable characters are. Developed by Square Enix and Acquire, Octopath Traveler II uses the same HD-2D art style as its predecessor. 2018's Octopath Traveler is getting a sequel this year, continuing the story of Solistia from the perspective of eight new playable characters.
