Platforms
- PCFeb 24, 20238.6playscore8.611 Critics9.46.43K Players
- PlayStation 5Feb 24, 20238.8playscore8.727 Critics9.52.67K Players
- Xbox Series X|SJun 5, 2024NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- Nintendo Switch 2Oct 1, 2026NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- PlayStation 4Feb 24, 20238.2playscore8.54 Critics9.0193 Players
- Xbox OneJun 5, 2024NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- Nintendo SwitchFeb 24, 20238.7playscore8.452 Critics9.51.85K Players
83 critic reviews · 3 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- A fine game being resold at full price with no upgrade path. Revisiting Octopath Traveler II on Switch 2 was a pleasant experience.
nospam@nintendoworldreport.com (Neal Ronaghan) · Oct 01, 2026 Reviewed onRead full review - It all means that Octopath Traveler II is challenging yet rewarding, full of narrative that you’ll want to immerse yourself in. It may initially feel a slog, but there are hours of play here, all of which play out across some great world design.
Ryan Taylor · Sep 29, 2024 Reviewed on Series X|SRead full review - While there are still some improvements to be made in terms of difficulty balancing and dungeon designs, Octopath Traveler 2 makes meaningful improvements over the original and manages to realize most of its lofty ambitions, culminating into an experience not to be missed by any JRPG fan.
Jae Lee · May 25, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - OCTOPATH TRAVELER II performs without a hitch. The game operates virtually perfectly, save for a few minor glitches. Regarding performance, there is literally nothing more that could be improved upon. OCTOPATH TRAVELER II is one of the best JRPGs I’ve ever played. 2D- HD graphics, in particular, have a striking visual flair. All these path acts contribute greatly to providing the player with an enjoyable experience, as the game features some interesting stories and a highly interactive universe.
Vednor · May 08, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Octopath Traveler 2 is more of the same with side quests, interesting characters, and a large world to explore. It essentially gives fans of the first game an additional 60 hours of what they already enjoyed, and newcomers can jump right into the sequel without worrying about what they might have missed.
Pam K Ferdinand · Mar 30, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Octopath Traveler 2 isn’t just a great end destination, but a fulfilling journey too. It has a lively world, intricate and engaging combat, fluid progression and builds that reward tinkering, an incredible score, and excellent arcs for all of its protagonists. It somehow has everything I’d want out of an RPG inspired by the old days, but moving forward into new ones too.
Eric Van Allen · Mar 22, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Despite some shortcomings, Octopath Traveler II is one of the best JRPGs of the year. It’s nice to know that developers have took all feedback to heart and addressed the main issues with the original game, while adding new mechanics and improvements across the board.
Cosmin Vasile · Mar 21, 2023 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - By strengthening the writing and characters, Square Enix has brought every other aspect of Octopath Traveler snapping into focus with this second entry. Beautiful, engaging, and challenging, Octopath Traveler feels like a classic JRPG, in all the best ways. This is a huge, and hugely rewarding, game.
Eric Hauter · Mar 21, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Octopath Traveler II surpasses the original in every way. The additions to combat were greatly needed and spiced up battles, the story, characters, and pacing are leagues better, and somehow the music cranks it up another few notches. There are still a few issues to be ironed out, like grinding, but this is a retro-style RPG you won’t want to miss.
David Flynn · Mar 20, 2023 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - The visuals are even more eye-catching and dramatic, thanks to the 3D camera perspectives and enhanced graphics. The soundtrack is just as amazing as the first game, but still different enough to set itself apart. The developers proved they listened to their fans by including more travel banter and all-new companion sidequests, giving them believable reasons as to why they would be traveling with each other.
Heidi Hawes · Mar 17, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review
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Community Reviews
- Reviewed on PC
- Rated on Switch
- Rated on PC
About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
The story takes place in Solistia, a land comprising an eastern and western continent divided by the sea. It is a bustling era, wherein large vessels navigate busy sea routes and the power of steam gives birth to new technologies. Some people thrill to glamorous stars of the stage and industry, while others are brought to tears by war, plague, and poverty. In this faraway realm, eight travelers hailing from different regions venture forth for their own reasons. Step into their shoes and explore the land as you see fit, using their unique talents to aid you along your journey. Embark on an adventure all your own.
Developer: Square Enix