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Octopath Traveler 0 Isn't Just a Prequel, It's a Whole New Approach

JUL 31 – Octopath Traveler 0 introduces character customization and town-building while retaining classic battle mechanics in the RPG series, with pre-orders starting immediately.

  • During the July Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, Square Enix unveiled Octopath Traveler 0, launching for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on December 4th, 2025.
  • Following Octopath Traveler II, it is the third mainline entry and the first official franchise game on Nintendo Switch 2, releasing this year.
  • The new entry supports its innovations by introducing character customization and blending core mechanics like Path Actions and the Break and Boost battle system with town-building mechanics requiring lumber, stone, and cloth.
  • Octopath Traveler 0 is now available to pre-order, with physical editions for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, and digital pre-orders will be available closer to December 4th, 2025.
  • This expansion positions the HD-2D series as the first to launch on Nintendo Switch 2, blending retro pixel art with 3D CG graphics.
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Gamespot broke the news in United States on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
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