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Square Enix Is Charging Full Price For A Shinier Octopath Traveler
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- Octopath Traveler 1 and 2 are receiving upgraded editions for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, featuring improved resolution and framerate but no new content.
- Square Enix will charge full price for these upgraded editions, with no discounted or free upgrade path for players who already own the original Switch versions.
- Save data will not transfer between the Switch 1 and Switch 2 versions, forcing players who purchase the upgrade to start over from scratch.
- Square Enix's inconsistent upgrade strategy varies across titles, with some offering free upgrades (e.g., Dragon Quest remakes) and others charging fees or being Switch 2 exclusive.
- The upgraded Octopath Traveler editions will release on October 1, available physically or digitally, but players are advised to buy carefully as no upgrade path exists and the original versions are currently heavily discounted.
