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

Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent is changing hands! NetEase will take over operations starting January, but thankfully, your saved progress will transfer seamlessly. While this ensures the game's continued survival in a year marked by numerous mobile game closures, it raises questions about Square Enix's overall mobile strategy.

This move follows a similar pattern: Square Enix recently outsourced the development of the Final Fantasy XIV mobile port to Tencent's Lightspeed Studios. This, coupled with the 2022 closure of Square Enix Montreal (creators of Hitman GO and Deus Ex GO), suggests a potential scaling back of their mobile ambitions.

The significant player interest in a mobile FFXIV port highlights a strong demand for Square Enix titles on mobile platforms. While the shift to NetEase for Octopath Traveler ensures the game's future, it's still a noteworthy development. The question remains: is this a retreat from the mobile market for Square Enix?

For now, players can enjoy uninterrupted gameplay. In the meantime, check out our list of the top 25 best Android RPGs to fill the gap until the transition is complete.