Get ready to dive into a gaming experience like no other—Square Enix is pulling out all the stops for its upcoming HD-2D masterpiece, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales. But here’s where it gets exciting: if you’ve been a loyal player of their previous titles, you’re in for some exclusive rewards. Last week, the game officially locked in its June release date, and alongside this announcement, Square Enix revealed a treasure trove of save data bonuses for players who own specific games in their catalog.
Here’s the deal: if you have existing save data (or, for some platforms, a purchase history on the same account), you can unlock these bonuses. And this is the part most people miss—even demo save data might qualify you for these perks! The eligible titles include Octopath Traveler 0, Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster, Various Daylife, and TRIANGLE STRATEGY. Each game unlocks a unique sword magicite that enhances your gameplay in The Adventures of Elliot.
Let’s break it down:
- Octopath Traveler 0: Unlocks Guidance of the Sacred Flame, boosting sword damage by 10% against enemies with 30% or lower vitality.
- Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake: Grants Critical Hit, increasing your sword’s critical hit rate by 6%.
- Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster: Adds Brave, boosting sword damage by 10% but using more shield stamina when guarding.
- Various Daylife: Provides Expeditionary Wisdom, reducing sword charge time by 10%.
- TRIANGLE STRATEGY: Offers Counter Stance, increasing sword damage by 10% when shield stamina is 90% or higher.
But here’s where it gets controversial: Square Enix requires that the save data for these eligible titles must be on the same Switch 2 console. If you’re upgrading from the original Switch, you’ll need to transfer your data first. And while these bonuses can be claimed “at any time,” even after starting the game, there’s no guarantee they’ll be available forever.
To claim these rewards when the game launches on June 18, 2026, follow these steps:
1. From the title screen of The Adventures of Elliot, select the Promotional Bonus option and link it with your eligible titles.
2. Start a new game and head to the second floor of the orphanage in the Age of Safekeeping.
3. Examine the desk and select “Claim bonuses” from the menu to unlock your rewards.
One quick tip: you can’t claim bonuses when the orphanage is temporarily inaccessible during certain points in the game. Oh, and don’t forget about the Departure Brooch, which slightly increases the amount of tul (in-game currency) and magicite fragments dropped by enemies.
Now, here’s the question that’ll spark debate: Is this a fair reward system, or does it unfairly favor players who’ve already invested in Square Enix’s ecosystem? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Will you be grabbing The Adventures of Elliot on release day? And are you eligible for any of these bonuses? Share your plans below!
