Many fans waiting to play the game are unsurprisingly wondering if Octopath Traveler 2 is a sequel and if the game is connected to the first game in any way. While it might seem obvious from the game’s name, that “2” is actually quite misleading.
Are Octopath Traveler 2 and Octopath Traveler 1 connected?
No, Octopath Traveler 2 and Octopath Traveler 1 are not connected.
Octopath Traveler 2 is a standalone experience. Though there may be some fun Easter eggs and references to the first game which veteran players will appreciate, the two games stand alone.
Should you play Octopath Traveler before Octopath Traveler 2?
Octopath Traveler 2 is a completely standalone game, meaning you don’t have to play the first Octopath Traveler to understand the second.
Everything in this title is unique, with the character and the world being designed specifically for this game. There’s also no room for a sequel here, as every single character has their story wrapped up within this game.
While it isn’t a sequel, Octopath Traveler 2 is certainly an evolution of the first game when it comes to visuals and gameplay mechanics.
For more on Octopath Traveler 2, why not check out our review? Or if you’re interested in another new release, why not take a look at some of the controversy behind Atomic Heart?
