Square Enix has announced that Star Ocean The Second Story R, the 2.5D remake of the highly acclaimed second installment in the series, is now available for PS4, PS5, Switch, and PC.

Here’s an overview of Star Ocean The Second Story R:

Claude C. Kenny, a young officer in the Pangalactic Federation, is sent to investigate a mysterious dome discovered on Planet Milokeenia on the orders of Ronyx, his father and commanding officer. 

There he discovers an unfamiliar-looking mechanism. Hoping to demonstrate his courage, he ignores Ronyx’s objections and touches it, only to disappear in a blinding flash. 

Later, Claude wakes up surrounded by lush forest and realizes he’s been transported somewhere far away. 

Trying and failing to get in contact with Ronyx, Claude scouts out the area around him, only to discover a monster just as it’s about to attack a young girl. 

Rushing into the fray, Claude fires away with the Phase Gun his father gave him. 

Seeing Claude rescue her with this bright, lethal force, the girl—Rena Lanford—mistakes him for a figure from the myths of her homeland, a hero who bears a Sword of Light. 

In order to properly thank him, Rena takes Claude to the village of Arlia, hoping against hope that he could be the one to save the entire nation… 

Players who purchase the game by November 16 on the PS Store and November 17 on Steam are eligible to acquire the early purchase bonuses:

• Sunrise Ring
• Resurrection Potion x20
• Mixed Berries x20

Star Ocean The Second Story R revitalizes the renowned 1998 RPG with a charming 2.5D aesthetic, a rearranged soundtrack, new difficulty settings, numerous quality-of-life improvements, and more. It is now also available at Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia’s e-store.

Star Ocean The Second Story R is now available for PS4, PS5, Switch, and PC.