Square Enix officially announced Octopath Traveler 0 during the recent July Nintendo Direct event. This latest installment in the popular HD-2D series is scheduled for release on December 4, arriving on both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. While unveiled during the Nintendo Direct, the game will also be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam and the Microsoft Store, ensuring broad accessibility for players.
The title Octopath Traveler 0 signifies a thematic return to origins, as players are set to `start from zero` on an epic quest for `restoration and retribution.` Throughout their journey, players will be tasked with confronting powerful antagonists and undertaking the vital mission of rebuilding their devastated hometown.
According to the game`s official description, Octopath Traveler 0 is an `expansive RPG that offers a fresh and exciting take on this acclaimed franchise.` It promises a compelling narrative centered on themes of restoration and retribution, unfolding across the vast realm of Orsterra. The adventure commences in Wishvale, an idyllic town situated in the lush Woodlands region. However, its peaceful existence is short-lived, as an unspecified but `unfortunate event` leads to the complete destruction of the charming settlement, setting the stage for the player`s restorative mission.
(A trailer showcasing the game`s reveal was part of the Nintendo Direct presentation)
Players will be given extensive control over their protagonist`s design, allowing them to customize appearance, voice, motion, and even their favorite food. Beyond character creation, the game boasts a diverse cast, featuring more than 30 characters that players can recruit to join their party.
For context on the series` history, the original Octopath Traveler first launched on Nintendo Switch in 2018. It later expanded its reach to PC in 2019, Stadia in 2020, Xbox in 2021, and finally PlayStation in 2024. The critically acclaimed sequel, Octopath Traveler II, followed in 2023.
The July Nintendo Direct was packed with other significant announcements beyond Octopath Traveler 0. Notable reveals included Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and Once Upon a Katamari, alongside new details regarding Switch versions of popular titles such as Madden 26, Apex Legends, and Just Dance 2026, among many other exciting reveals.