The Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee rated the original Octopath Traveler game for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. These versions of Octopath Traveler were rated alongside the upcoming Xbox Series X|S version of Octopath Traveler II.
The rating corroborates a recent report that indicated Octopath Traveler II could come to Xbox Series X|S this month. It will be available with Xbox Game Pass at no additional cost for subscribers. An announcement appears very likely for Xbox Games Showcase, which is set for Sunday, June 9.
Octopath Traveler II is the latest entry in Square Enix’s hit HD-2D JRPG series, which is developed by Acquire. Square Enix released the game on February 24, 2023 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Steam, and the Nintendo Switch. The Xbox Series X|S version are planned to release sometime in 2024.
While waiting on the new versions of Octopath Traveler, fans can read up on the Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent manga adaptation. The full name of the series is Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent ~The Story of Bargello Family~. The manga is available on Square Enix’s Manga UP! service, and Shibatarō Nakamura is credited for the series’ story.
Octopath Traveler II is available now for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam. The original Octopath Traveler is available now for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. Lastly, here’s an overview of the original game, via Steam:
Eight travelers. Eight adventures. Eight roles to play. Embark on an epic journey across the vast and wondrous world of Orsterra and discover the captivating stories of each of the eight travelers.
Play as eight different characters, each with their own stories to uncover and side quests to complete
Explore the enchanting yet perilous world of Orsterra, spanning 8 vast regions and discover each character’s full story as their journey unfolds
Use each character’s distinctive abilities (Path Actions), skills and talents in frenetic battles
Enjoy the accessible yet deep turn-based combat battle system and break through enemy lines by identifying and targeting their weaknesses
Solve side quests and story scenarios in a few different ways and take decisions that shape your path.
Experience visuals inspired by retro 2D RPGs with beautiful realistic elements set in a 3D world
