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Star Ocean: The Second Story R

The PlayStation classic returns as Star Ocean: The Second Story R. A remake of the original title, The Second Story R follows two young heroes from different worlds that find their destinies intertwined in a battle to save the universe. Utilizing the new HD-2D art styles, the original sprites are brought back to life in vibrant 3D environments, with a refined battle system that reinvigorates the fast-paced action-RPG of the original.

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Star Ocean: The Second Story R
Systems
Top Critic Avg: 85/100 Critics Rec: 97%
Released
November 2, 2023
ESRB
T
Developer(s)
Gemdrops, Inc.
Publisher(s)
Square Enix
Engine
unity
Franchise
Star Ocean

Sequel(s)

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The Best Party Combinations In Star Ocean The Second Story R
The Best Party Combinations In Star Ocean The Second Story R

Parties in Star Ocean The Second Story R have strengths and weaknesses. Some fight up close, use many spells, or keep the enemy far away at range.

Claude, Rena, and Celine against a town in Star Ocean: The Second Story R
How To Make Money Fast In Star Ocean: Second Story R

Getting money fast is possible in the opening hours of Star Ocean: The Second Story R, and players should take advantage of this method often.

Claude defeats an enemy with the Sword of Marvels in Star Ocean SEcond Story R
How To Get The Sword of Marvels Early In Star Ocean The Second Story R

The Sword of Marvels is a strong weapon in Star Ocean The Second Story R. By getting it earlier than intended, you can breeze through half the story.

Star Ocean Second Story R - Character on a background from the game with the pickpocket gloves highlighted.
Star Ocean: Second Story R - How To Get Pick Pocketing Early

Getting Goodie Boxes and other tempting items will require finding a way to Pickpocket the NPCs of Star Ocean: The Second Story R as soon as possible.

Full cast of Star Ocean The SEcond Story R
How to Recruit Every Party Member in Star Ocean The Second Story R

Star Ocean The Second Story R allows you to recruit six extra party . This affects combat, side stories, and the ending.

Claude in his two forms with the Aeterna Sword in the middle against a battle in Star Ocean The Second Story R
How To Craft The Aeterna Sword In Star Ocean The Second Story R

Break the game and conquer all the party’s enemies with the all-powerful Aeterna Sword in Claude’s hands in Star Ocean: The Second Story R.

Claude and Rena with a castle in the background from Star Ocean The Second Story R Review
“A Charming Remake” - Star Ocean: The Second Story R Review

The Second Story R introduces many new mechanics and systems for a faithful reinterpretation of a highly revered PS1 classic.

The party finishes a battle in Star Ocean The Second Story R
How to Use Combat Assaults in Star Ocean The Second Story R

Assaults allow you to call in extra characters not already in Star Ocean The Second Story R’s active party. They cost no MP, but have long cooldowns.

Star Ocean The Second Story R main characters in front of a colorful battle with the SR Interviews logo at the bottom.
Star Ocean The Second Story R Developers On How It's "An Entirely Different Experience"

Developers of the Star Ocean The Second Story R discuss the delicate balancing act of creating a remake that pleases both old and new fans.