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If you are a gamer who closely follows developments in the world of video games, you have surely heard of Octopath Traveler, a series that has managed to capture the attention of many fans in recent years. The reason for its success is manifold, but one of the key factors is its unique visual style, known as HD-2D, which combines high-definition graphics with retro design elements. This style was so well received that Square Enix, the company behind the series, decided to expand it to other titles, like Dragon Quest III Remake.
Recently, Square Enix announced via Twitter that the Octopath Traveler series had reached a significant sales milestone, exceeding 5 million units sold worldwide across all platforms.
Octopath Traveler is a success for Square Enix
Although the company did not provide specific sales figures for each titlewe know that the original game Octopath Traveler had sold more than 3 million units until 2022, and that Octopath Traveler 2 reached the million units sold mark last year. These numbers are a clear indicator of players' appreciation for the series and its turn-based gameplay.
The success of Octopath Traveler is not only due to its gameplay, but but also to the visual and auditory experience it offers. The series has been praised for its soundtrack and sound effects, which perfectly complement the HD-2D style. Additionally, the game's story and characters have been well received by fans, who appreciate the depth and complexity of the narrative. All of this has helped make the series one of Square Enix's most valuable properties, and we will likely see more Octopath Traveler titles in the future.
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While waiting for the new Octopath Traveler opuses, Square Enix continues to work on other projects using the HD-2D style. For example, the HD-2D remake of Dragon Quest 3 was released in November, and the remakes of Dragon Quest 1 and 2 were announced for next year. This shows that the company is committed to this visual style and is willing to invest in its development. For fans of turn-based and HD-2D-style RPGs, this is great news, as it means more high-quality content will be available in the future.
