Star Ocean: The Second Story R - Nintendo Switch - Square Enix

Rediscover a legendary adventure rebuilt in stunning 2.5D on Nintendo Switch.

The acclaimed second entry in the series returns as Star Ocean: The Second Story R, a modernized JRPG that fuses charming 2D pixel characters with richly rendered 3D environments. This faithful remake preserves what fans loved while adding fresh systems and conveniences for newcomers and veterans alike.

Begin your journey with either Claude or Rena—your choice shapes the story’s perspective and the allies you can recruit along the way. From bustling towns to perilous dungeons, the world comes to life with a unique 2.5D visual style that’s both nostalgic and new.

Deepen your party customization with a wide selection of skills, including Cooking, Art, and Metalcraft. Build up Specialty levels and master the enhanced Item Creation system to craft powerful equipment with varied effects. Enjoy new battle mechanics, fast-travel, and both original and re-arranged music, plus full Japanese and English voiceover.

Embark on an unforgettable quest—add Star Ocean: The Second Story R for Nintendo Switch to your library today.

More Details:

• Platform: Nintendo Switch
• Remake of the second installment in the Star Ocean series
• Distinct 2.5D style combining 2D pixel characters with 3D environments
• Choose your protagonist: Claude or Rena; perspectives and recruitable allies change
• Customize progression with skills such as Cooking, Art, and Metalcraft
• Enhanced Item Creation system to craft equipment with different effects
• New battle mechanics, fast-travel, and original plus re-arranged music
• Japanese and English voiceover
• Internet connection and download required to access additional languages and bug fixes
• Publisher: Square Enix
• UPC: 662248927510

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