《歧路旅人0》（OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0 / オクトパストラベラー0）是Square Enix出品的角色扮演遊戲，於2025年12月4日登上Nintendo Switch 2 / Nintendo Switch / PlayStation 5 / PlayStation 4 / Xbox Series X|S / Windows / Steam平台。

作為人氣系列《歧路旅人》的前傳作品，故事背景設定在本傳之前，講述八位背景、目標與信念迥異的角色，在命運交錯的旅途中彼此影響、共同成長的冒險。延續系列標誌性的「HD-2D」美術風格，以懷舊的2D像素角色結合細膩的3D場景，營造出復古與現代兼容的視覺體驗。

在劇情敘事上，在「奧魯斯特拉大陸」上，主角們企圖重建被摧殘的家園，而展開冒險。承襲「八人八故事」的結構，每位主角擁有獨立的劇情線，可自由選擇起始角色，並在旅途中陸續遇見其他人，推進各自的故事。這些故事涵蓋友情、背叛、救贖、復仇等主題，不僅獨立性強，且在後期會交織成一個龐大的世界觀，在不同視角之間獲得豐富的情感與情報。

玩法方面，保留系列經典的「回合制戰鬥 + 弱點擊破」系統，需觀察敵人的屬性弱點來選擇攻擊方式，並利用「Boost」機制在關鍵時刻強化攻擊或連續出手。地圖探索同樣是重要部分，每名角色都有專屬的「地圖指令」，例如挑戰NPC、收集情報、偷取物品或招募夥伴，這些行動會影響解謎與任務的進行方式，讓每次冒險都具有不同的策略性與隨機性。

在市場反應上，推出後引發系列愛好者的熱烈討論。許多玩家讚賞其延續高品質的 HD-2D美術與動人音樂，劇情依舊多線交織且細膩動人。不過，也有部分評論指出，雖然戰鬥系統依舊紮實，但與前作相比創新不算顯著，可能讓熟悉系列的玩家覺得新鮮感不足。然而，對喜愛經典日式RPG的玩家而言，本作依舊是一場值得細細體驗的旅程。

與Switch版《歧路旅人》第一代相比，在劇情上更著重於世界觀的補充與角色互動，而非單純的獨立冒險；與第二代相比，戰鬥與地圖指令變化較為保守，缺乏2代那種「晝夜切換」系統與更多元的職業玩法，但勝在故事連貫性更強，對系列世界觀的愛好者更具吸引力。因此，如果一代是經典的開端，二代是系統的擴充，那麼《歧路旅人0》則是將玩家重新帶回起點，讓人以全新視角回味這片大陸的傳說。

Octopath Traveler 0 is a role-playing game developed by Square Enix, released on December 4, 2025, for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Windows, and Steam.

As a prequel to the popular Octopath Traveler series, its story takes place before the events of the main games, following eight characters with vastly different backgrounds, goals, and beliefs, whose fates intertwine during a journey that shapes them all. It retains the series’ signature “HD-2D” art style, blending nostalgic 2D pixel characters with richly detailed 3D environments to create a visual experience that merges retro charm with modern presentation.

The narrative is set on the continent of Orsterra, where the protagonists embark on a quest to rebuild their devastated homelands. Staying true to the “eight stories” structure, each protagonist has an independent storyline, and players can freely choose their starting character. Along the journey, they encounter others, advancing each plotline. These tales cover themes such as friendship, betrayal, redemption, and revenge. While each narrative stands on its own, they eventually converge into a vast interconnected world, offering deep emotional resonance and a rich flow of information from multiple perspectives.

Gameplay preserves the series’ classic “turn-based combat + break” system, requiring players to analyze enemy weaknesses and select the most effective attacks. The “Boost” mechanic allows for enhanced strikes or multiple actions at crucial moments. Exploration is equally important: each character has unique “Path Actions” such as dueling NPCs, gathering information, stealing items, or recruiting allies. These actions can influence puzzle-solving and quest progression, adding strategic depth and replay variety to each playthrough.

Upon release, the game sparked enthusiastic discussions among fans. Many praised its continued excellence in HD-2D visuals and evocative soundtrack, as well as its intricately woven, multi-perspective storytelling. However, some critics noted that while the battle system remained solid, its innovations were limited compared to earlier entries, potentially leaving long-time players craving fresher mechanics. Still, for lovers of classic Japanese RPGs, the game delivers a rich and worthwhile adventure.

Compared to the first Octopath Traveler on Switch, the prequel focuses more on expanding the world-building and deepening character interactions rather than offering purely standalone adventures. Relative to the second game, combat and Path Action variety are more conservative, lacking features like the “day-night cycle” or the broader job system. However, its stronger narrative cohesion makes it particularly appealing to fans invested in the series’ lore. In essence, if the first game was the iconic beginning and the second game was a mechanical expansion, Octopath Traveler 0 serves as a return to the origins—offering a fresh perspective on the legends of this continent.