Bandai Namco announced One Piece Odyssey today.
One Piece Odyssey is a new role-playing game that brings together an all-new gameplay experience. Fans can expect an original story and new characters developed under the guiding hand of series creator Eiichiro Oda.
The new game was revealed during a special One Piece livestream. The announcement comes as the original manga prepares to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The company promises “an authentic and immersive new entry rooted in canon” that is “sure to retain the humor and chemistry of the anime.”
Oda-Sensei is involved in the game’s production. Plus, the original Japanese VO actors are starring in the new game, which is developed by ILCA Inc. and coming to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Here are some more details from Bandai Namco:
One Piece Odyssey transports the Straw Hats to a mysterious new island where they embark on quests and fight powerful enemies and massive bosses in exciting turn-based battles. In the game, players take on the role of nine of their favorite pirates, playing as Monkey D. Luffy, Roronoa Zoro, Nami, Franky, Sanji, Usopp, Nico Robin, TonyTony Chopper, and Brook. A new character revealed during the livestream, the cheerful and towering Adio, joins the Straw Hats in their latest adventure.
One Piece Odyssey is slated for release in 2022.
