Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent is changing hands! NetEase will take over operations starting January 2024. The good news? Your save data and 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 future mobile strategy. This move, coupled with the outsourcing of Final Fantasy XIV Mobile to Tencent's Lightspeed Studios, suggests a potential retreat from the mobile market.

Recall Square Enix Montreal's closure in 2022, the studio behind successful mobile titles like Hitman GO and Deus Ex GO. This signaled a potential shift in their mobile ambitions. While some titles persist, the trend is concerning, particularly given the significant player interest in mobile ports of popular Square Enix franchises, as demonstrated by the enthusiastic response to the Final Fantasy XIV mobile announcement.

The future of Square Enix's mobile presence remains uncertain. In the meantime, explore our list of top Android RPGs to fill the gap until the Octopath Traveler transition is complete.