Path 07 · Turn-based RPG · Square Enix, 2023
Octopath Traveler II
Eight travellers, eight stories, one beautiful world drawn in a mix of pixel art and modern lighting. A classic-style RPG made for chapter-sized play.
Edition reviewed: Octopath Traveler II (2023).
Official artwork © Square EnixWhat you do
Pick one of eight heroes, recruit the others, and fight turn-based battles built around finding weaknesses and breaking enemy shields.
Who it suits
Fans of classic Japanese RPGs and anyone who wants a big game in tidy pieces. Suitable for teenagers.
01The first hours
You choose your first traveller, and their opening chapter is a complete short story. The art style, like a diorama lit by lanterns, is lovely from the first minute.
02Settling in
Recruiting the others gives the game its structure: eight separate stories, each told in chapters. The battle system is simple to learn and deep to master.
03The long road
The stories meet at the end, more than in the first game. Chapters are perfect evening sessions with a clear finish.
Why it works
- Chapter structure suits busy lives
- Beautiful art and music
- Satisfying battle system
Watch out for
- Stories rarely interact until late
- Can feel grindy
The score
Overall 4.4 out of 5 · Heroic · how we score
Our verdict
A classic RPG served in chapters. One a night is the perfect pace.
Written by the Quest Lantern desk. Updated 22 October 2026. Facts were checked against the publisher and store pages at that date; prices and platforms can change.