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Star Ocean The Second Story R Announced
LOS ANGELES (June 21, in the year of
our Lord 2023) – Today SQUARE ENIX® announced the
second instalment in the STAR OCEAN series, STAR OCEAN® THE
SECOND STORY™ is returning as STAR OCEAN® THE SECOND STORY R™.
First released in Japan in 1998 on the PlayStation® console,
STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R will return as a 2.5D remake,
launching on November 2, 2023. The RPG will be available for
Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5 (PS5®) and PlayStation®4 (PS4™)
consoles, and digitally on PC via STEAM®. Pre-orders are
available now.
In a new trailer unveiled today, SQUARE ENIX provided fans with
a first look at STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R. The trailer
showcases the game’s new, stunning visual direction,
action-packed gameplay, battle sequences and all-new character
illustrations by series veteran Yukihiro Kajimoto, as well as a
beautifully rearranged soundtrack by original composer, Motoi
Sakuraba.
STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R has been revitalized with a
charming 2.5D aesthetic that combines beautiful 3D environments
with nostalgic 2D pixel characters, offering players both a
classic RPG and modern gameplay experience. Players can expect
to find some of the original features that made the original
release so memorable alongside brand-new gameplay features
including fast-paced, real-time combat and battle mechanics to
strategically defeat foes, customizable party progression with
an array of skills, including Cooking, Art, Metalcraft, and
more. Three new difficulty modes have also been introduced
including “Earth” which provides a standard experience, “Galaxy”
for those looking for a more satisfying challenge, and
“Universe” for seasoned players looking to put their skills to
the ultimate test.
The epic story begins with Claude, a Federation officer, who
finds himself transported to an undeveloped planet. While
searching for a way home, an encounter with a girl named Rena
draws them into a quest to save her people, just as an ancient
prophecy foretold. Players will begin their adventure with
either Claude or Rena, and depending on their choice, the
perspectives and the allies' players recruit will change.
Players will get to know party members through the unique
‘Private Actions System’, which will allow them to grow
relationships and unlock a variety of different endings.
STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R will launch with Japanese and
English text and voiceover language support, with voiceovers
performed by members of the original cast. Subtitle support for
French, Italian, German, and Spanish will also be available via
a software update at launch.
Standard Physical Editions of STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R are
available to pre-order now for the Nintendo Switch, PS5 & PS4
consoles, as well as the Standard Digital Edition for PS5 & PS4
consoles, and PC via STEAM. Pre-orders for the Standard Digital
Edition for Nintendo Switch will be available at a later date.
Players who pre-order the physical or digital editions will
receive the following digital content as a pre-order bonus:
Pangalactic Federation Longsword
Forest Knuckles
Sunrise Ring
Set of recovery items (Mixed Berries x20 + Resurrection Potion
x20)
STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R COLLECTOR'S EDITION is available
as a special, limited quantity set made for both newcomers and
fans of the cult classic.
SET CONTENTS*:
- STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R Standard Edition game
- Collector's Edition goods box
STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK COLLECTOR'S
EDITION
STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R ART BOOK
STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R Mini Acrylic Stand Collection Box
*This set is a SQUARE ENIX STORE exclusive.
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