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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 163 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:
    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
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    Graphics

    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
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    Story

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good

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

    Addictive combat and serviceable story drive a decent JRPG

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Remake

    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
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    Graphics

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A Faithful Remake of a Grand Adventure.

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

    I love this game. One of my favorite games of 2023. I played it on PS5 and bought it again on Switch to replay it portably.

    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
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    Graphics
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Game

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

    Bought so my wife and I could play a single player story game together. It is very good so far.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Remake

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great hame even better

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

    Already was a great game and still is today with updates. A very well done remake that keeps the charm of the original but brings it to a new audience to appreciate.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Graphics

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    If only games look like this back then.

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wow, I didn’t know they could make 2Dgraphics this shiny

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    $400 gift card.

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

    The game was alright , I guess I had a funny time it was fun00000

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fun game

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fun game. I haven’t gotten to the end but enjoyed my play time.

    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
  • 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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    Graphics

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Doesn't disappoint

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

    This is easily one of my favorite PS1 games. I was so excited to hear the remaster was coming. Its every bit as awesome as i remember.

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

    Great game across the board

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

    Amazing game! Decent Remakes are a bit oversaturated but this is a rare gem that has all the pros. The difficulty is my only real gripe.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    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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    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

    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
  • Pros mentioned:
    Graphics

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Octopath+Action

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

    Game is very fun if you enjoy action JRPGs along with the pixel art from Octopath. Highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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