Octopath Traveler 0 is Great... But Let's Talk About It

Octopath Traveler 0 is widely being praised as the best entry in the series — and while I really liked it, I also think it deserves more critical discussion than it’s been getting. In this review, I break the game down into three parts: 👉 What I liked 👉 What I didn’t like 👉 And what I loved From its gorgeous HD-2D visuals and addictive combat system to its massive cast, story structure, difficulty balance, and late-game payoff — I offer a full, honest, spoiler-light critique after ~90 hours with the game. If you’re considering playing Octopath Traveler 0, or you’ve already beaten it and want a deeper analysis of what it gets right (and wrong), this video is for you. 🎮 Topics Covered: • Combat system & job design • Story structure & villains • Party size, balance & difficulty • Silent protagonist design • Town building & progression systems • Music, visuals & presentation • Endgame payoff & narrative cohesion 💬 What did you think of Octopath Traveler 0? Did the story work for you? Was the cast too big? Did the length feel justified? Let’s talk in the comments 👇 If you enjoyed this video, consider liking & subscribing — I’m Nick B RPG, and here I talk about RPGs and JRPGs with thoughtful analysis, critique, and love for the genre ❤️ ⏱️Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:58 - What I Liked 3:20 - What I Didn't Like 10:29 - What I Loved 14:55 - Overall Thoughts 📷Equipment I Use: Logitech Brio 4k Webcam: https://amzn.to/46EVm2L Blue Yeti USB Mic: https://amzn.to/46EVm2L Dual Shock 4 Game Controller: https://amzn.to/40GUK9d Alienware 34" Curved Monitor: https://amzn.to/4aV4cdK 🎵 MUSIC USED Quartet OST - The Grasslands Metaphor ReFantasio OST - Ode to Heroes Trails from Zero OST - Lemonade in Hand 3D Dot Game Heroes OST - Crossing the Wastes Trails of Cold Steel III OST - Radiant Heimdallr Bloomtown: A Different Story OST - Remembrance