OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0

Gameplay

OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0 brings a fresh take on the RPG genre, allowing players to create their own protagonist with a variety of customization options, from appearance to origin story. These choices aren't just for show, they directly influence combat styles and dialogue interactions. The game employs a dual-path progression system: players can either pursue revenge against those responsible for the Day of Reverence or focus on rebuilding the town of Wishvale. This decision-making process impacts not only the story but also how the game world responds to your actions, including NPC relationships and available quests.

Combat in OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0 takes the tactical elements fans loved and expands on them with hybrid builds and enhanced Path Actions. Players can mix and match abilities to create unique strategies in battle, while elemental chains offer new ways to exploit enemy weaknesses.

Story & Setting

Set in the world of Orsterra, OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0 acts as a prequel, exploring the events leading up to the original game. The story centers around the town of Wishvale, which suffered devastation during the Day of Reverence. As a player, you decide whether to hunt down the arsonists or dedicate your efforts to rebuilding the town. Each path offers a different narrative experience, with your choices influencing the broader world and its inhabitants.

The game retains the series' HD-2D visual style, bringing a nostalgic yet modern aesthetic to ruined landscapes and fiery setpieces. This prequel dives into the lore of Orsterra, offering new insights for longtime fans while remaining accessible to newcomers.

Key Features

• Customize your hero with appearance, origin, and unique traits.
• Shape narrative outcomes with a revenge or restoration decision system.
• Rebuild Wishvale, influencing progression and unlocking rewards.
• Mix path abilities and passive traits for hybrid combat builds.
• Explore new locations in Orsterra, revealing lore connected to the original game.
• Recruit NPCs whose loyalty depends on your town's development.
• Engage in tactical encounters with refreshed Path Actions and elemental chains.
• Unlock facilities that enhance crafting, trade routes, and endgame challenges.

Platforms & Availability

OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0 is set to release on December 4, 2025. The game will be available across multiple platforms, including Windows, PlayStation, Steam, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. As the price is yet to be announced, potential buyers should keep an eye on updates from Square Enix.