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

Author : Isaac Jan 24,2025

Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent's operations are transferring to NetEase in January. This transition will include a seamless transfer of save data and player progress, minimizing disruption for players. While this news is positive for fans, it raises questions about Square Enix's overall mobile gaming strategy.

This year has seen numerous game closures, making the continued operation of Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent welcome news. However, the decision to outsource to NetEase suggests a potential scaling back of Square Enix's direct involvement in the mobile market. This contrasts with the recent successful partnership with Tencent's Lightspeed Studios for the mobile port of Final Fantasy XIV.

The writing may have been on the wall since 2022, when Square Enix Montreal, the studio behind successful mobile titles like Hitman GO and Deus Ex GO, was shut down. While the survival of Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent is positive, it's a regrettable consequence of this strategic shift, especially given the clear demand for Square Enix titles on mobile platforms, as evidenced by the significant interest in the FFXIV mobile release.

The future of Square Enix's mobile presence remains uncertain. In the meantime, players can explore our list of the top 25 best Android RPGs while awaiting the transition to NetEase.

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