Square Enix's 'Octopath Traveler' Mobile Game Moves to NetEase

Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent will transition its operations to NetEase starting January. This change, however, shouldn't significantly impact players, as the transfer will include save data and progress.

While fans can breathe a sigh of relief, this move raises questions about Square Enix's future mobile game strategy. The recent announcement of a Final Fantasy XIV mobile version, handled by Tencent's subsidiary Lightspeed Studios, contrasts sharply with this outsourcing to NetEase.

This shift follows Square Enix Montreal's closure in 2022, a studio known for successful mobile titles like Hitman GO and Deus Ex GO. While the survival of Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent is positive news, it suggests a potential scaling back of Square Enix's mobile ambitions. This is especially notable given the substantial interest in bringing Square Enix franchises to mobile platforms, as evidenced by the enthusiasm surrounding the FFXIV mobile port.

The question remains: what does this mean for the future of Square Enix mobile games? In the meantime, explore our list of the top 25 best Android RPGs to fill the gap until the transition is complete.