I played Star Ocean FD as a kid and played the sequel Star Ocean SS shortly afterwards. I loved both so much with their great story telling, interesting scenery and convincing characters. I like how the second game doesn't try to be the first one, rather it feels like a smooth transition into the next generation of the game universe, playing off of FD in a tasteful way. As for the re-make-ness of this installation, it is beautiful and doesn't feel like anyone took any shortcuts. There are some new battle and item effect mechanics that add twists to combat, enough so that I had to really think hard about what steps I would take in battles in the "hard" setting (Universe). I say that in reference to how much of a button masher the PSP games felt like.

If you're on the fence just do yourself a favor and click that button to get the game.

Simply the greatest 10/10

This is a game about points. You think you need to grind enemies? Only at first to get enough points. Once you have enough points, you can unlock the ability to just walk around and have all the enemies pop like bubbles. Bubbles filled with more points. Its also about crafting, because crafting will help you save on points, and turn "tough" enemies that can kill you in 2 hits into "weak" enemies that don't even get that chance because they are now bubbles to be popped. What changed? Well now I have a good sword I made through crafting. Crafting I learned using points.

If you play the game in the typical Final Fantasy approach by grinding through levels - it will be hell. This is a game about points, and using those points in the most efficient way possible towards getting more points until it all snowballs out of control and everything dies.

Very good way to discover Star Ocean 2, really feels like one of the best JRPG remake out there. The high resolution backgrounds mash really well and the SP and BP system to improve combat and skills is really unique

It is a well done game

Surpassed all expectations. Probably one of my favorite action-jrpgs I've ever played. Looking forward to coming back to it in NG+ and trying different party compositions. Highly recommended

Star Ocean: The Second Story was one of y favorite games growing up. This remake is nothing short of perfect. The additional content, voice acting, tasteful graphics, and game balancing gave this old title new life.

10/10

I played this game in 1999 and played this new one. Both are great. Love the new changes in this new one as well. Its worth replaying and the new little touches . Its worth playing again if you played the first one. Its worth playing if your new to the game as well.

A little grindy. Just be ready for that. But this game is fun.

Good

By far the best Star Ocean game.