OCTOPATH TRAVELER II
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.
OCTOPATH TRAVELER II is a rpg, turn-based and jrpg game
developed by Square Enix and ACQUIRE Corp.
and published by Square Enix.
Released on February 24th 2023 is available only on Windows
in 9 languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.
It has received 12,631 reviews of which 12,008 were positive and 623 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. š
The game is currently priced at 59.99ā¬ on Steam.
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Windows
- OS: WindowsĀ® 10 / 11 64-bit
- Processor: AMD Ryzenā¢ 3 1200 / IntelĀ® Coreā¢ i3-6100
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD Radeonā¢ RX 460 / NVIDIAĀ® GeForceĀ® GTX 750
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 10 GB available space
- Additional Notes: 60 FPS @ 1280x720, Preset "Low", 2GB VRAM required
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This is pretty much a classic RPG as you would expect, but improved in many ways not only from those games of yore, but from the first entry of the saga itself. I just HAD to 100% it to the very end and I had a BLAST at it! :) The first Octopath, amazing as it was, had some issues that made it be a bit far from perfect. For example, you never felt like the party connected with each other, well... because they really didn't. It was like playing small stories that were all but interconnected, so the characters felt stale in regards to one another even if they were awesome and/or interesting by themselves. Then Octopath II came in and somehow managed to keep the "eight paths" unique to each other whilst finding the way to make the other travelers you play as have a say, a soul and a stage. The travel banter they have sheds light to their characters (hidden and true), plus things get even better amongst one another once you reach the end of the game -- and you'll have to buy this and see what I mean for yourself. Fights, as they come, are an improvement on classic RPGS and Octopath I as a whole. They can get pretty challenging if you come thinking it's just "get better gear and smackdown", but you actually have to think if the gear you got will combine well with what build you're having your travelers follow. And there are a LOT of options: a fun mix-and-match of skills, gear and strategies you can pull off to reach the end of the game with relative ease or a challenge brought upon yourself for underestimating it. And when you think it's all said and done, you got more challenges coming: one is Galdera, who is back from Octopath I to give you an ass-whoopin' and the Extra Battles, which bring back some friends from the past and strengthen the biggest bad for you to keep proving yourself . Pretty much a 9.5/10. My ONLY gripe with the game is that the music isn't as awesome as the first entry in the series (don't get me wrong: it's FANTASTIC, but the music from Octopath I was superior), but it quickly became one of the best classic RPG experiences I have ever had in all my life. What're you waiting for? Play it! You won't be disappointed!
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First of all, for those who have been disappointed with the first game, let's mention that many flaws that were the subject of much criticism have been fixed: 1) the main characters/classes are much more balanced, although some remain more friendly choices than others; 2) that said, almost all possible character combinations are fully functional, both for combat and path skills, thanks to the very cool day/night alternation system (one of my favourite new feature); 3) there are no longer any "must-have characters" like Therion (those purple chests...), you can pick anyone character you want without worrying too much about any important needs; 4) although the eight stories remain for the most part "Disneyesque and simplistic", the plots and dialogues are less cringe, much more mature and way more diversified. Also, the general atmosphere of the game is overall darker, though the ''cute'' vibe still remains strong (best of both worlds!) =) ; 5) along with the stories, the game is way more rich and personalised both visually and musically, which eliminates a lot of tiring repetitions. In short, this title incorporates all the best elements of the first game and fixed all that was highly criticised: you will find nothing but a spectacular improvement in Octopath Traveler II. If you haven't played the first game, don't worry, the second one is completely fresh and is a standalone sequel to its predecessor. In all cases, a fantastic Square Enix game is waiting for you and you more likely won't be disappointed. I personally fully completed the game twice. For someone who grew up with cult games of the same genre, I have to say that even if Octopath Traveler II doesn't achieve legendary JRPG status like Chrono Trigger or even FFVI, the hundred-odd hours it demands are well worth the investment. A 100% must-play if you're really into old school JRPGs with simple, short and immersive stories. If you're new to the genre, I'd say it's a great starter for you. Then there's Chrono Trigger. ;) 9/10
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Played this mainly on the Steam Deck OLED. I want to start by saying that this is one of the best games in any genre that I have played for a while and I started directly with OT II without having played OT I before, if you're a JRPG fan then this is going to be a gem. I had this game on my wish list for a long time and just picked it up on a 40% sale a few weeks ago and regret not having picked it up sooner. Definitely worth it even at full price. If you're looking for a game that will keep you engaged for a long time this is it. I've been struggling to find a game that will keep me engrossed after BG3 and I haven't been able to put this one down, already racking up 60 hours of playtime in 2-3 weeks and not even halfway to finishing the game. The storytelling is excellent. The individual characters' stories are engaging and moving, making you feel invested in the characters. The combat system is typical of JRPGs yet no so convoluted. There's an option to speed up battles which is particularly useful if you're grinding to get the last few levels required to reach the 'recommended' level for a particular story or dungeon. The music in this game is amazing. The composer has done an absolutely incredible job. I've had to add a few of the tracks from the game to my Spotify playlist and have been listening to them on repeat. The Song of Hope is my personal favourite. I played this game on the Steam Deck and it's perfectly suited to it. Runs perfectly at 45fps/90hz and a TDP limit of 8 giving around 4 hours of battery life. I tried playing it on PC at full 1440p/60fps at high settings but the difference is barely noticeable and it's much more fun to play on the Steam Deck. In a nutshell, it's one of the best games I've played for a while.
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10/10. Great sound track! Graphic is pixels but done really well. However, gameplay is where it's at! For every NPCs you can - Mug or trade for better items. - Interrogate them for treasure location. - Hire or lure them to fight for you. - Beat the shit out of them to learn new skills. Capture mobs and bosses to fight for you. Side quests feel rewarding. Map exploration feels rewarding. Bunch of classes and weapons and skills and passives to mix and match for your party comps. So, many, things, to, do. And it's not even grindy at all. The best thing is? The game is actually challenging, and bosses are really tough, especially the secret ones. Every effort to build your team matters a lot! Honestly, this game feels more open-world than most of the self-proclaimed open-world games out there haha. Half of the storylines are bad, and the other half are exceptional.
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Have never bothered to write a Steam review. This game deserves it. Oh boy does it deserve it. I've played games since the very beginning. As an older gamer, I've pretty much seen it all, and this one is special. <3 First things first, Yasunori Nishiki's soundtrack is on a level I never expected to find in a game. There were a number of moments where I stopped just to listen to whatever incredible track was playing (there are many incredible tracks). Nishiki's command of different musical styles and his ability to integrate them together are special. A true generational musical talent. Next, the artists took the 2.5D graphics to the next level in this game. The variety of environments, the attention to detail - everything visually is fantastic. If you were wondering what the pinnacle of pixel art looks like, this is your game. Moving on - the characters each have a ton of personality. They have unique stories that vary in theme, keeping the story interesting and moving along. The pacing of the game is significantly improved from the first game. However, as an older gamer, I didn't have an issue taking the game slow and really seeing all there was to see. With this play style, I was always more than ready to tackle the next challenge as far as the pacing went. The combat system was satisfying, with a lot of room to experiment with different group and job comps. Boss battles especially could be intense and challenging. Finally, there is an "intangibles" category that is hard to define but this game just wins in spades. This game is just crafted with so much love and care for YOU, the gamer, to enjoy. No DLC or microtransactions bull. Just a group of incredibly talented professionals who clearly loved what they did and wanted to bring YOU a wonderful experience. Play it. You will not be sorry!
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Online players
352
Developer
Square Enix,
ACQUIRE Corp.
Publisher
Square Enix
Release
24 Feb 2023
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