Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent will see Square Enix transfer operations to NetEase

Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent is transitioning operational management to NetEase, effective January 2024. This change, while potentially signaling Square Enix's reduced mobile focus, ensures a smooth transfer of player save data and progress. Players can expect minimal disruption.

This news contrasts with the recent closures of other mobile games, offering a positive outcome for fans of this popular mobile RPG spin-off. The successful mobile port of Final Fantasy XIV, facilitated by Tencent's Lightspeed Studios, highlights the importance of strong partnerships in the mobile gaming market.

Square Enix's scaling back of mobile ambitions might have been foreshadowed by the 2022 closure of Square Enix Montreal, known for titles like Hitman GO and Deus Ex GO. While the survival of some mobile titles is welcome, the shift raises concerns, especially considering the significant demand for Square Enix properties on mobile platforms, as evidenced by the enthusiastic reception of the FFXIV mobile announcement.

This strategic move prompts questions about Square Enix's future mobile strategy. However, in the interim, players can explore our curated list of the top 25 best Android RPGs.