All articles tagged with #octopath traveler
Originally Published 20 days ago — by Eurogamer
The Octopath Traveler series by Square Enix has surpassed 6 million in lifetime sales, shortly after the release of Octopath Traveler 0, with all entries currently available at a 60% discount, highlighting the series' ongoing popularity and success.
Originally Published 21 days ago — by Gematsu
The Octopath Traveler series has sold over six million units globally, with the latest game, Octopath Traveler 0, released across multiple platforms including PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PS4, Switch, and PC. Both Octopath Traveler and II are currently on sale at 60% off until December 23.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Engadget
Octopath Traveler and its sequel are now available on Xbox Game Pass across cloud, console, and PC. Other notable additions include The Callisto Protocol and Still Wakes The Deep, both arriving in mid-June. Several games will leave the service on June 15, and more Game Pass titles will be announced at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 9.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by GameSpot
Xbox Game Pass is adding at least six new games in June, including Octopath Traveler 1 and 2, The Callisto Protocol, and Isonzo. Some games will be removed on June 15, such as High on Life and Rune Factory 4. More additions may be announced during the Xbox Games Showcase on June 9.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Windows Central
Xbox Game Pass is adding several new games in June 2024, including The Callisto Protocol and Still Wakes the Deep. Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler 2 have already launched on the service. Some games, like High on Life, will be leaving soon.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
Microsoft has announced the first wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in June 2024, including Octopath Traveler, Octopath Traveler 2, Depersonalization, Isonzo, The Callisto Protocol, and Still Wakes the Deep. The lineup features a mix of JRPGs, horror, and historical shooters, with some titles available as day-one launches. Additionally, several games will leave the service on June 15.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gamesradar
Square Enix has unexpectedly released both Octopath Traveler and its sequel on all major consoles, including PlayStation and Xbox, with updates introducing new gameplay modes and battles featuring characters from the original game.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
Square Enix has released both Octopath Traveler 1 and 2 on all console platforms and Xbox Game Pass, with Octopath Traveler 1 debuting on PlayStation 4 and 5. Octopath Traveler 2 is now available on Xbox consoles and Game Pass. A surprise update for Octopath Traveler 2 introduces Extra Battle mode, allowing players to face new tough opponents post-story completion.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Square Enix press site
Square Enix announced that the Octopath Traveler series is now available on all current console platforms, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. Both Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II can also be accessed via Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass. To celebrate, a free update for Octopath Traveler II introduces an 'Extra Battle' mode. PlayStation Plus members can get a 34% discount on Octopath Traveler until June 20, 2024.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gamesradar
Square Enix is adopting a multiplatform strategy, releasing its games across all consoles. The Octopath Traveler series, previously exclusive to certain platforms, is expected to be available on PS4, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S soon, as indicated by recent ratings from the Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Push Square
The original Octopath Traveler, initially a Nintendo Switch exclusive, has received PS5 and PS4 age ratings in Taiwan, hinting at a potential release announcement during the upcoming Summer Game Fest. This follows the already confirmed ports of its sequel, Octopath Traveler II, for Xbox Series X|S. The release would address the confusion around platform availability for the series, as PlayStation fans have only had access to the sequel until now.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Eurogamer.net
Kadokawa Corporation, owner of FromSoftware, has acquired game developer Acquire to strengthen its ability to create intellectual property in games. Acquire, known for developing Octopath Traveler, will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Kadokawa. The acquisition aims to generate synergies with existing game-related subsidiaries, enhance planning and development capabilities, and expand the lineup of console games. Additionally, FromSoftware is focusing on improving profitability with major DLC for Elden Ring, while Spike Chunsoft plans to release Shiren the Wanderer 6. Tencent is reportedly developing an Elden Ring mobile game after acquiring licensing rights from FromSoftware.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
Kadokawa Corporation, the parent company of FromSoftware, has acquired Acquire, the studio behind Octopath Traveler, making it a wholly owned subsidiary alongside FromSoftware and Spike Chunsoft. The acquisition aims to strengthen game IP creation and generate synergies with existing subsidiaries, enhancing console game lineup. The move's implications for game development efficiency and potential crossovers between titles remain unclear.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Video Games Chronicle
Kadokawa, the owner of From Software, has acquired the Japanese development studio Acquire, known for creating the Octopath Traveler games and other popular titles. The acquisition aims to strengthen Kadokawa's ability to create game IP and generate synergies with its existing subsidiaries. Meanwhile, From Software is working on an expansion for Elden Ring, which has sold over 20 million copies since its release, and a mobile version of the game is reportedly being developed by Tencent.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku
3D pixel artist Dott has created digital dioramas in the "HD-2D" graphics style, which combines pixel art with modern 3D rendering, as a tribute to the Pokémon universe. The videos, running in Unreal Engine 5, showcase a surreal and dreamy atmosphere that is both familiar and new, featuring elegant lighting and bokeh effects. The "HD-2D" style was first introduced in Square Enix's Octopath Traveler and has since been used in three more games, including a remake of 1994's Live A Live.