Underplayed Gems

Octopath Traveler 0 (2025)

Octopath Traveler 0 cover
Developer
Dokidoki Grooveworks, Square Enix Creative Studio 5
Publisher
Square Enix
Platforms
Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch 2, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch
Genres
Role-playing (RPG)
Rating
4.0 of 5, 5 player ratings
Main story
about 55 hours
Completionist
about 70 hours
Where to get it
Nintendo eShop

How it feels

A methodical, pixel-art RPG where you shape your own hero and slowly rebuild a ruined town, balancing exploration and turn-based combat.

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About

All the definitive elements of the Octopath Traveler series return in this exciting prequel set in the realm of Orsterra. Embark on a brand new adventure of your own creation in this stunning HD-2D RPG, Octopath Traveler 0! Brand-new features to the series include a character creation system where you get to become the hero, and town building mechanics as you seek to restore your devastated home.

Trailer

Screenshots

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