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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 156 reviews

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Customers recognize the enhanced graphics and the overall quality of the remake as significant strengths of Star Ocean The Second Story R. Positive feedback also highlights the engaging story, enjoyable music, and fun combat system. Many appreciate the improved quality of life features. There were no reported negative aspects of the game mentioned by customers.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Graphics

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Rizz

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's good This remake takes the original and improves on it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fun and entertaining

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Cheapest I could find it. Great fun game good price

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great game

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I order it online, during the holidays. The game was delivered faster than I thought, because of the holidays. I really love the game, I kept trying to find the original version on PS one at a decent price, so when I saw that it was released on a newer platform I just had to check it out.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Classic Game And A Nice Addition To Switch

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm truly happy to see a physical release of this beloved game that sadly I had lost years ago and now once again have a physical copy to add to my game shelf. It's also a game that shows you don't need 4K realistic graphics to be a great game to have fun and enjoy playing. While some may complain about the power of the Switch it still shows its ability to bring in gamers to keep playing as you can now play this game on the go or at home which is definitely a nice touch. Either way it's a great game to own and one not to be missed.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Remake

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    an excellent remake

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    very cool remake of a classic JRPG, hopefully SE can revitalize this franchise in the future and makes more HD2D remakes of other series

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great game Requires download

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wanted a physical copy of this game. Loved the psp remake from back in the day. Unfortunately Square cheaped out with most of the game being on the cartridge. But it requires a gb or 2 download to complete it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Remake

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Remake!!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is how you remake a game! I played the original on playstation 1 about 25 years ago. Theyve updated it and they did a phenominal job. This is a great example of how a remake should be done!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Game, Great Remake

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This game has been one of my all time favorites since I got it on the PSX. This remake is a fantastic way for people to experience one of the best JRPG’s ever released.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Remake

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Remake

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great remake! Would recommend for any rpg fan. Ost remake was a plus as well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Fun entry that leaves things to be desired

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was my 3rd or 4th entry in the star ocean franchise and unfortunately probably my least favorite. The story feels very dated which of course it is since it’s a remake. The quality of life updates are really great though and potentially a saving grace. I would not replay it but I’m also not sad I played through it either. If you’re a fan of the series it’s probably worth a play through if you can get it on sale.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Star Ocean 2

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great game, deep mechanics, great story, great game play

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Decent

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Solid gameplay, beautiful pixel art, slightly repetitive

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome remake! Worth your time and money!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Picked this up on sale. I couldn't really find this in stores anymore, so I purchased through Bestbuy website. Product arrived fast and in great condition! Awesome game at a great price!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Story

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great game...

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I actually prefer this version over the PSP version...

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfection!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Utter perfection! This is the perfect remake! Beautifully done and makes the already legendary rpg even better! Instant buy for any jrpg fan!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Graphics

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    RPG of the year

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    When it comes to remaking legendary JRPG's, this is by far the best quality ive seen. Game is fantastic, new graphics are unique and welcome.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Music

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic Update

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent update to the original. Great graphic style, fun combat, great music.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Remake

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic remake

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    They did a great job with the remake. I’m a big fan of the art style. I’m very impressed overall with the performance on the Nintendo Switch.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must play

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Must play for rpg fans. I really hope it does well enough to get the rest of the series ported over

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Story

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A great RPG

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great game! I’m glad I was able to buy it before it disappeared since it’s become such a popular game. I love RPGs with great stories

    I would recommend this to a friend
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