![]() Each character has a unique set of abilities, including physical attacks, elemental magic, skills and using items. Like the first game, battles take place on a 2D battlefield with a party of up to four characters. Octopath Traveler 2’s battle system is similar to the original game, but with some notable improvements and additions. There are many sidequests as well, but they’re usually generic fetch quests or “defeat x quantity of monsters” quests and like the original game it doesn’t have a good tracker or map marker on how to complete the quests. Some characters do have intertwined episodes, but these only involve two characters and are much shorter compared to the main character stories.Īfter completing all of their character stories you will unlock a final episode with everyone where you fight the true final boss and get the conclusive ending to the game. They’ll reference the plot, but it’s never like they’re a real party such as in Xenoblade Chronicles, to give an example. Rather, you only see your party chat during unvoiced skits. The character episodes will all pretend as if you never recruited anybody else. My only criticism is that, like the original game, there is barely any character party interaction compared to contemporary JRPGs. The writing is excellent for each character story, with most of the characters being engaging and having surprising plot twists. ![]() The first character episode is done individually with that character, but subsequent episodes will allow you to take your entire party with you (so you should do everyone’s episode one to recruit them and then do their second episodes if you want an easier time). The best approach is to get a variety of characters rather than just sticking with one character’s story. The eight character stories are divided into episodes which have their own dungeons, enemies and bosses which can vary significantly in level. ![]() The enemies and protagonists are all well-designed 2D sprites with 3D backgrounds. You choose which character you want to play as, and then you use that character to meet the other characters. Each character has their own unique story to tell, with themes ranging from political intrigue to personal revenge. The story of Octopath Traveler 2 is original and very different from the original game, with a new cast of eight characters to follow. One of the most significant changes is the addition of “Unison” attacks, where multiple party members can team up to deal massive damage to enemies. The turn-based combat system is as engaging as ever, with a host of new mechanics. The gameplay in Octopath Traveler 2 is familiar to fans of the original game, but with improvements. The backgrounds are simply gorgeous in this game. The game combines 2D artwork with modern effects, giving it a unique look that is both retro and modern. Backgrounds with characters look like a picture book. Even if the graphics are not cutting edge, the art direction is gorgeous, with beautiful landscapes, detailed character designs, and special effects. The graphics in Octopath Traveler 2 are pixel-style, meant to look like old 2D JRPGs. You don’t need to have played the original Octopath Traveler because both the settings and the characters are all new. The game follows the success of the original Octopath Traveler, and builds upon it with improved gameplay mechanics, a brand new story, and a new cast of characters. Octopath Traveler 2 is a Japanese role-playing game developed by Acquire and Square Enix. ![]() Home » Game Reviews » Octopath Traveler 2 Review ![]()
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