OCTOPATH TRAVELER: CotC

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OCTOPATH TRAVELER: CotC is a single player role playing game. It received positive reviews from players.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,630 reviews

story290 positive mentions

monetization27 negative mentions

The game features a captivating storyline and beautiful graphics, reminiscent of classic JRPGs.
Gameplay is engaging and allows for strategic planning with a diverse cast of characters.
The game is generous with free resources, making it accessible for free-to-play players.

The translation quality is poor, with numerous grammatical errors and awkward phrasing that detracts from the experience.
The gacha system is heavily criticized for its low rates and high costs, making it difficult to obtain desired characters.
There are frequent crashes and connectivity issues, making the game frustrating to play at times.

story
517 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
41%
3%
The game's story is widely praised for its depth, engaging characters, and emotional themes, often drawing comparisons to classic RPGs. Players appreciate the intricate narratives and character backstories, although some express frustration over lengthy, unskippable dialogues that can detract from gameplay. Overall, the storytelling is considered a standout feature, making the game enjoyable for those who appreciate rich narratives in their gaming experience.
- “The story is quite deep and touches some pretty dark aspects of human interactions (it caught me by surprise really).”
- “The storyline is amazing.”
- “The story is complex, emotional, gripping, and mature; it's definitely designed for adults in mind.”
- “The translation for side Solistia is unacceptably bad, including lines such as 'you did you stay alive for so now,' and is generally filled with typos and grammatical errors, as well as not matching the tone of the previous story.”
- “Cuts scenes and dialogue are way too long, wish there was a 'skip' feature; if you like heavy storytelling games then it's fine, otherwise I feel like I'm spending more time watching cutscenes than actually playing the game.”
- “The story felt lifeless and the controls aren't doing it for me.”
gameplay
210 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
43%
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The gameplay of the game has received a mix of praise and criticism, with many players appreciating its nostalgic turn-based mechanics, smooth controls, and engaging character progression. While some find the gameplay enjoyable and reminiscent of classic RPGs, others note issues such as slow pacing, tedious mechanics, and a complex gacha system that can hinder progression. Overall, the game is recognized for its solid gameplay foundation, though it may require patience and strategic planning to fully enjoy.
- “Amazing storyline, graphics, and gameplay flow.”
- “The gameplay mechanics, though not exactly innovative, are smooth and easy to learn, as is the upgrade system.”
- “Amazing and intuitive gameplay, compelling story and plot, endearing art style that reminds me of old Final Fantasy cover arts.”
- “The gameplay is abysmal; it's actually just a pay-to-win.”
- “They lack a true 8-party live fight system and portray it in two rows of 4; at that point the party gameplay feels restricted and limited.”
- “Couldn’t even make it through the tutorial, because it is just boring as hell to tap the screen 1000 times to go through the dialogues so I can have 10 seconds of gameplay, just so I can tap 1000 more times to skip the dialogues... idk what some devs think people want to play, but this is not it.”
graphics
142 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
42%
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many players praising the beautiful art style, detailed character designs, and smooth animations. The nostalgic pixel art combined with modern visual elements creates an engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics are considered top-notch, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and immersion.
- “The graphics and animations are very cute, the cutscenes are heartfelt and the game core has great attention to detail.”
- “The graphics are gorgeous.”
- “Its breathtaking HD-2D art style creates a stunning blend of retro and contemporary visuals, immersing players in a beautifully crafted world.”
- “One can not compare it with the high-end graphic games of today, but this brings me back to when I enjoyed the pixel games I played years in the past.”
- “High graphics is not compatible with Samsung S24, are you kidding me?????”
- “Very good game, but need optimization in performance because this game is lagging on my phone. I already use low graphics yet it is still lagging.”
music
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
26%
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers highlighting its quality, nostalgia, and emotional impact. While some tracks are reused from previous console versions, the overall soundtrack is described as phenomenal, enhancing the game's atmosphere and gameplay experience. Players appreciate the combination of great music with stunning graphics and engaging storytelling, solidifying it as a standout feature of the game.
- “I really enjoyed Octopath Traveler — the gameplay, art, and music are fantastic.”
- “The music is phenomenal.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the music is stunning, and the complex story is still fun to play.”
- “This used to be one of the absolute greatest mobile games without a doubt, I still listen to the OST on an almost daily basis, but wow the translation is so abysmal now.”
- “So classic, musicality is nostalgic, and gameplay is addictive.”
- “The music makes me hyped up.”
monetization
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
14%
77%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the minimal reliance on microtransactions, while others criticize the heavy emphasis on ad-watching for rewards and progression. Many users report technical issues with ad functionality, leading to frustration and a reluctance to spend money on the game. Overall, while the game is considered enjoyable, the monetization approach, particularly the ad-based mechanics, has been deemed problematic by a significant portion of the player base.
- “When I have an issue with in-game purchases, the issue was resolved immediately.”
- “This is the kind of RPG that's not too much paywalled by microtransactions.”
- “It's a fun time and the microtransactions are pretty minimal all things considered.”
- “The exp/treasure cait is locked behind ads that you must watch before doing them, unless you buy a ticket to skip ads.”
- “I refuse to spend money on this game with this stupid monetization.”
- “A single-player game with tons of microtransactions.”
grinding
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be both a significant challenge and a source of frustration, particularly for free-to-play users who struggle to accumulate resources like gems and experience. While some appreciate the nostalgic and engaging gameplay, many note that the grinding can become tedious and overwhelming, especially without auto-battle features and as difficulty increases. Overall, the grind is seen as a core element of the experience, with mixed feelings about its necessity and execution.
- “Imagine a player grinding so hard for the gems to pull a gacha but can't get a 5-star even once from a lot of pulls. This disappoints me; moreover, as your level starts to grow, it's not that easy to get a lot of gems from feats, etc.”
- “If one thing is a con, sometimes the mobs and grinding are a little bit boring.”
- “There is no difficulty adjustment in this game, so you need to be grinding every day if you're just playing for the story, because the difficulty increases as you progress.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its smooth performance on low-end devices and commend its graphics, others report significant issues such as lag, crashes, and a lack of essential features like auto-battle and party optimization. Many users express a desire for improved performance and more affordable in-game purchases, indicating that the current optimization does not meet their expectations.
- “Beautiful visuals, good optimization, gameplay is also great, but it's really a heavy story-driven game. I can't enjoy it as a game; too much story. I would enjoy it if it were a premium game, but for a gacha game, it's definitely not great.”
- “Nice optimization for low-end devices thanks to the lowest graphic setting. Everything else is similar to that of Octopath Traveler 1 & 2, with easy controls and reasonable in-game purchases. I hope you'll keep it this way or even better, improve it.”
- “Better optimized, faster response, and the product shop is more affordable.”
- “There's no auto battle feature, no party optimization, very limited free gacha currency, and daily experience paywalled behind expensive VIP/ads, with no permanent ad removal purchase like every other game.”
- “The optimization is abysmal, as if their developers are a bunch of high school interns.”
- “Typical Netease unoptimized trash with poor monetization.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its captivating and immersive qualities, enhanced by exceptional music, detailed graphics, and engaging voice acting. Reviewers note a nostalgic yet unique ambiance that effectively brings the JRPG experience to mobile devices, making the surroundings feel alive and richly detailed. Overall, the game's atmosphere is a standout feature that deeply resonates with players.
- “The moody atmosphere is captivating and the immersive interaction options are exceptional.”
- “I am captivated by the surroundings due to how detailed and atmospheric it is.”
- “Great game, amazing graphics, awesome voice actors, and what I love the most is the music and the atmosphere.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartfelt cutscenes, intricate character backstories, and mature storytelling that resonates with adult players. While some find the narrative gripping and full of plot twists, others feel that parts of the story can be tedious. Overall, the game successfully evokes strong emotions, earning a mixed but generally positive reception.
- “The graphics and animations are very cute, the cutscenes are heartfelt, and the game core has great attention to detail.”
- “Character backstories in Octopath COTC have some of the best plot twists and emotional dialogues for an RPG game.”
- “The story is complex, emotional, gripping, and mature; it's definitely designed with adults in mind.”
- “30 minutes of tapping through a boring story.”
- “The emotional moments felt forced and unconvincing.”
- “I didn't connect with any of the characters; their struggles felt superficial.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is noted for its good story and appealing character designs, though some players find the designs to be generic and reminiscent of NPCs. While the main narrative and graphics receive positive feedback, the depth of character development appears to be less emphasized compared to other gameplay elements.
- “It has a good story and good character designs.”
- “Good character design and good story plot.”
- “Graphics and character designs are good.”
- “The only thing I can appreciate is the character design.”
- “Plus, the character designs are so generic; all of them look like NPCs, even the 5-star characters.”
- “Main story: 7.8 - OST: 9.5 - Character design: 7 - Battle difficulty: 5 - Strategy needed: 4 - NPC interaction: 8 - World design: 9 - Grinding difficulty: 7 (item to build equipment) - Leveling difficulty: 6.8 - Gold grinding difficulty: 6 - Overall gameplay: 8”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is notably poor, with users reporting frequent bugs, crashes, and disconnects, particularly during combat and when using main accounts. Additionally, the absence of essential features, such as the transfer code generation button, further detracts from the overall experience.
- “Just because your app is buggy and does not have the transfer code generation button.”
- “Worse quality overall; the combat is buggy, and there are constant disconnects.”
- “The game currently freezes and crashes when using my main account for no reason.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its chaotic and absurd scenarios, often involving NPCs interacting with a statue, which creates a comedic detachment for players. While some find the experience amusing, others feel it strays from traditional role-playing elements, leading to a sense of disconnection from the narrative. Overall, the game delivers a lighthearted and entertaining experience, despite its unconventional approach to role-playing.
- “Quite a fun game, but this game should have removed the role-playing category , because this is not role-playing at all. There is no main character to roleplay; every story is just basically NPCs talking to a statue (the player's first slot character). It's quite funny to see the chaos happen in front of my eyes, yet it feels like a 'none of my business' vibe .”
- “So funny”