Underplayed Gems

OCTOPATH TRAVELER II (2023)

OCTOPATH TRAVELER II cover
Developer
Square Enix, ACQUIRE Corp.
Publisher
Square Enix
Platforms
Windows
Genres
RPG
Rating
4.7 of 5, 16,721 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 58 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

a leisurely, story-driven journey through a vivid pixel-art world with strategic turn-based encounters and heartfelt character tales

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What players say

Players praise the combat system and HD-2D visuals, but many find the eight stories disconnected and the party interactions lacking. Opinions split on the narrative: some call it engaging, others say the writing is poor and the dialogue excessive.

Screenshots

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