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Star Ocean: The Second Story R

Square Enix and Gemdrops' Star Ocean: Second Story R is the remake of 1998's The Second Story, a popular PS1 JRPG. The Second Story R features real-time action combat, a lengthy story, and charming pixel graphics.

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Star Ocean: The Second Story R Tag Page Cover Art
JRPG
Released
November 2, 2023
ESRB
T
Developer(s)
Gemdrops, Inc.
Publisher(s)
Square Enix
Engine
unity
Franchise
Star Ocean

The highly acclaimed second instalment in the STAR OCEAN series, returns as STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R.

Brought to life with a unique 2.5D aesthetic, which fuses 2D pixel characters and 3D environments, this remake includes everything that made the original release so great while adding new elements too!

Experience new battle mechanics, full Japanese and English voice overs, original and re-arranged music, fast-travel and so much more! Discover the definitive version of a classic but modernized JRPG that’s perfect for newcomers and long-time fans alike.

Space Date 366 - A Federation officer finds himself transported to a mystical planet. While searching for a way home, an encounter with a young girl draws him into a quest to save her people, just as an ancient prophecy foretold...

Choose your path and witness an awakened destiny.

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