Platforms
- PCNov 2, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 Critics9.02.15K Players
- PlayStation 5Nov 2, 20238.7playscore8.413 Critics9.72.27K Players
- Nintendo Switch 2Jul 16, 2026NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- PlayStation 4Nov 2, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 Critics9.62.28K Players
- Nintendo SwitchNov 2, 20238.5playscore8.412 Critics9.4272 Players
35 critic reviews · 1 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- Star Ocean: The Second Story R is a great remake that provides satisfying features. However, while the Nintendo Switch 2 port is serviceable in many ways, it also leaves a lot to be desired.
· Aug 06, 2026 Reviewed on Switch 2Read full review - 8.5 Star Ocean: The Second Story R is available now on PS4, PS5, PC, Switch and Switch 2. Reviewed on Switch 2. A copy of Star Ocean: The Second Story R was provided by the publisher .
· Jul 27, 2026 Reviewed on Switch 2Read full review - The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Star Ocean: The Second Story R is a rock solid port of an excellent action RPG.
· Jul 25, 2026 Reviewed on Switch 2Read full review - "A wonderful JRPG with deep mechanics"
· Jul 24, 2026 Reviewed on Switch 2Read full review - Star Ocean: The Second Story R is a fantastic remake of the PS1 classic, with gorgeous HD-2D visuals and a ridiculous amount of replayability.
Lyle Carr · Dec 01, 2023 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Star Ocean: The Second Story R is a product of its time as both a hardcore-adjacent PS1-era JRPG and as a host to several problematic romance mechanics. Its plot is exciting yet generic and is wildly insistent about how certain characters should end up together. But beyond that, you'll find a brilliant and modular character stat-building system, glorious battles, some fabulous character portrait art, and a wonderful 32-bit-inspired world for you to explore.
J.R. Waugh · Nov 20, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Star Ocean: The Second Story R is a master class in how to update an old game while retaining its original feeling. It has a ton of adjustments, changes, fixes and features that completely change how the game plays, while managing to retain the same feeling of playing the game when it originally came out. It looks better, sounds better, plays better, and in general, it's the absolute optimal way to experience Star Ocean: The Second Story.
Chris "Atom" DeAngelus · Nov 09, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Star Ocean: The Second Story R is a fantastic adventure to get absorbed in, with an engrossing plot set in a beautiful, intricately detailed world that offers you so much to do. There is so much packed into the game, and so much optional content, that you’ll likely need a walkthrough if you’re looking to thoroughly uncover everything.
Monique Moate · Nov 09, 2023 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Star Ocean The Second Story R is absolutely stunning and could be the best-looking game of 2023. With a gorgeous 2.5D aesthetic, timeless story, and the ability to play the way you want with a range of skills, this is a great entry for new fans to start their Star Ocean journey and a faithful remake for existing fans to return to.
Ruby Spiers-Unwin · Nov 02, 2023 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Star Ocean The Second Story R is a true treat for both series veterans and newcomers alike, going far beyond the scope of traditional remakes and bringing The Second Story to a brand-new, and completely wonderful, level. Now that Star Ocean and I have been properly introduced, I plan on going through the rest of the series in my spare time—if those games are even half as enjoyable as this one was, I’ll be more than satisfied.
Kenny McKee · Nov 01, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review
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Community Reviews
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About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
The highly acclaimed second instalment in the STAR OCEAN series, returns as STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R.
Brought to life with a unique 2.5D aesthetic, which fuses 2D pixel characters and 3D environments, this remake includes everything that made the original release so great while adding new elements too!
Experience new battle mechanics, full Japanese and English voice overs, original and re-arranged music, fast-travel and so much more! Discover the definitive version of a classic but modernized JRPG that’s perfect for newcomers and long-time fans alike.
Developer: Square Enix