Star Ocean The Second Story R - PlayStation 5
Customers are saying
Customers are enthusiastic about the upgraded graphics, considering it one of the best remakes. They praise its overall performance as a fun and exciting RPG, highlighting the great story and beautiful art style. Additionally, the combat mechanics are appreciated for being engaging, and the game is noted for being loaded with content.
Compatible Platform(s)
PlayStation 5Fantasy
From dangerous dungeons to bustling towns, the world of STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R is depicted in a stunning 2.5D style that combines beautiful 3D graphics with nostalgic 2D pixel characters.
Experience
Start your journey with either Claude or Rena. Depending on your choice, the perspectives and the allies you can recruit will change.
Thrilling
Enjoy fast-paced combat and use new mechanics to strategically defeat foes.
Skills
Customize party progression with a large selection of skills, including Cooking, Art, Metalcraft, and many more. Build up to Specialty levels and master the enhanced Item Creation system to craft ultimate equipment with different effects.
Required
Internet connection and download required to access additional languages and bug fixes.
- ESRB RatingT (Teen 13+)Compatible Platform(s)PlayStation 5Software FormatPhysical
Reviews
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 98 reviews
- Graphics (34)
- Remake (15)
- Overall Performance (12)
- Story (11)
- Art Style (4)
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