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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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The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fun remaster with nice QoL improvements

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

    Remaster is very well done, and tons of QoL improvements in there. Sometimes when games get updated like this they remove exploits that can break the game; well, in this case they did the opposite and added a heaping helping of them. Lots of fun overall.

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

    Star Ocean Second Story R

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

    Star Ocean the Second Story R is an enjoyable remaster of both the original version and the PSP version. The new backgrounds look great. The quality of life improvements have made for a more enjoyable gaming experience. It was certainly worth the purchase.

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

    Star Ocean switch port is fantastic

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

    This game is so good from start to finish also there’s a rumor about the game not being on the cart it’s not true the game is all in the game cart so physical collectors can buy this one

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

    Fun game

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

    Little pricey for a remake but if you have never played it before it is a lot of fun.

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

    How a remake should be done

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

    Loved this game back in the ps1 days. The game has a great blend of retro style graphics with curremt graphics. Keeps true to the orginal game with minor tweaks to speed up the game play.

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

    Star Ocean The Second Story R - Nintendo Switch

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

    just what i wanted love the og game i had to get this one!

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

    A Rework to keep things Fresh

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is the best way to play second story. The PS1 version does not hold up well, and it is worth it to have.

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

    A great old JRPG

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

    I loved the original start ocean games, for some unknown reason developers are forgetting to make the games fun first before worrying about big graphics

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

    Awesome Game

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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.

    Gane is awesome and the visuals are very stunning to look at. Would highly recommend!

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

    Amazing game!

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

    I played the original back when i came out and this is such an amazing game! This version improves and just makes me feel like a little kid again playing it!

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

    it looks good from the previews

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

    i havent played it yet im sure its good, ive been watching star ocean on youtube and twitch. im excited for the combat system is it turn base or do i spam one button? Square enix makes the best stuff, chrono trigger from square soft today its called square Enix. yall be cool happy Thanksgiving happy Martin luther king day

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

    Great

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

    Another solid port remake of a classic jrpg. The download is for more languages and has nothing to do with the game itself. So don’t fear

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

    Good!

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

    I bought the game because people on Twitter said it was amazing. They were not wrong. Very fun game, I highly recommend it!

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

    Great game!

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

    Excellent packaging, Game is amazing definitely 10/10 recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very happy

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

    I just like it. Its the junara i like and will not stop.

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

    Great surprise

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

    Surprisingly great for an old game it feels new and it really is a work of love.

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

    A classic returns

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

    Plays great on the switch if looking for portability.

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

    Great title

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

    Great game! The new modes are fun as well. I am enjoying the portable play.

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

    Great Game

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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 for the Nintendo Switch, lot's of hours of fun with this game.

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

    Awsome game

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

    Really awsome game. Mechanics are really good. Been playing for hours

    I would recommend this to a friend
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