Octopath Traveler II Set to Arrive on Xbox in Early 2024

Written by Brandon Hofer on September 21, 2023

News: Fans of the original will finally be able to play the sequel to Octopath Traveler on their Xbox console.

Microsoft and Square Enix have announced that Octopath Traveler II is finally arriving on Xbox platforms in 2024. Developed by the same team behind the beloved original, which spawned a series that has sold over four million copies combined worldwide, Octopath Traveler II improves upon the series' HD-2D visuals: a striking blend of retro 2D characters in a beautiful 3D world. The game's new storyline, characters and features make it the perfect entry for newcomers to the series, while also preserving the charm of the original game for veteran players. Players can look forward to following the journey of eight distinct protagonists as they explore the land and conquer enemies in strategic turn-based battles on an adventure all their own.

New and returning gameplay features and elements include:

Break & Boost Battle System – Players must act strategically to exploit enemy weaknesses to “Break” them to inflict more damage, and “Boost” their travelers to enhance their abilities.

Path Actions – Players can interact with NPCs throughout the world in various ways by using actions unique to each character, such as challenging people as the Warrior or stealing belongings as the Thief. Path Actions will vary depending on the protagonist and whether it is day or night.

Brand-New Story and Characters – Players can embark on a grand adventure in the new land of Solistia and experience the intertwined stories of eight new travelers: Hikari (Warrior), Agnea (Dancer), Partitio (Merchant), Osvald (Scholar), Throné (Thief), Temenos (Cleric), Ochette (Hunter), and Castti (Apothecary).

Day/Night Cycle – The townscapes and Path Actions available to each character will change depending on if it is night or day, creating more opportunities for exploration and discovery.

Latent Power – A new battle element in which characters can unleash a powerful ability once the ability’s gauge fills up during combat.

Crossed Paths – Additional stories will unfold between the protagonists as their journey progresses, further intertwining their narratives.

Check out the trailer below and then tell us what you think. Octopath Traveler II will arrive on Xbox in early 2024. Will you be picking it up?