Star Ocean: The Second Story R

In Star Ocean: The Second Story R, the beloved 1998 PlayStation classic is reborn with a stunning “2.5D” aesthetic that blends 3D environments with nostalgic pixel art. You choose between two protagonists—the galactic federation officer Claude or the mystical healer Rena—as they are thrust into a high-stakes journey across the planet Expel to investigate the mysterious “Sorcery Globe.” This remake revitalizes the signature real-time combat with the new Break and Assault Action systems, allowing you to stun enemies and summon inactive party members for devastating follow-up attacks. With its legendary deep item-creation system, multiple endings based on your “Private Actions,” and a rearranged soundtrack by original composer Motoi Sakuraba, this is the definitive way to experience one of the most ambitious RPGs ever made.