Star Ocean: The Second Story

Star Ocean: The Second Story is a beloved action RPG developed by tri-Ace and published by Enix in 1998 for the PlayStation. Set in the expansive Star Ocean universe, the game follows two protagonists—Claude Kenni, a young Earth Federation officer, and Rena Lanford, a mysterious girl with healing powers—as they explore the underdeveloped planet Expel, uncovering a galactic conspiracy. Known for its real-time combat, deep skill and crafting systems, and multiple branching story paths with 86 possible endings based on player choices, The Second Story is a standout entry in the series. It has been remade as Star Ocean: Second Evolution for PSP and Star Ocean: The Second Story R for modern platforms.