Star Ocean: The Second Story R | Nintendo Switch
Announced during the latest Nintendo Direct Star Ocean: The Second Story R has confirmed its physical release on Nintendo Switch, PS4 and PS5, the game will released on November 2, 2023. Square is preparing 2 editions, Standard and Collector's Edition, both are already in pre-order on the publisher's website here.
The collector’s edition includes a copy of the game, goods box, original soundtrack, art book, and mini acrylic stand collection box. This will be a Square Enix store exclusive. Note that the game is not packed inside the collector’s edition goods box, but will be shipped together.
STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R COLLECTOR'S EDITION is available as a special, limited quantity set made for both newcomers and fans of the cult classic.
SET CONTENTS:
STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK COLLECTOR'S EDITION
An expansive 4-disc original soundtrack* with special collector's edition sleeve case featuring all in-game tracks newly arranged by the legendary sound creator Motoi Sakuraba.
* STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK will also be sold separately at a later date. (The collector's edition sleeve case will be exclusive to this set)
** The content of the soundtrack is subject to change without notice.
** OST package size: H 125mm x W 145mm x D 26mm, Weight: 206g
STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R ART BOOK
Art book featuring beautiful artworks from STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R, including character illustrations by Yukihiro Kajimoto.
* Art book size: B5 (H 257 mm x W 182 mm), Soft Cover, 40 pages, Weight: 126g
STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R Mini Acrylic Stand Collection Box
A luxurious 24 piece box set of mini acrylic stands, featuring pixel art of main characters from the game including the thirteen party members and the Ten Wise Men. Each acrylic piece is 8mm (0.3in) thick and can stand on its own for easy display.
The set comes with a backdrop sheet that can be displayed together with the acrylic stands.
*Example sizes:
Claude - W 33mm x H 33mm x D 8mm
Zaphkiel - W 57mm x H 50mm x D 8mm
*Package size: W 182mm x H 257mm x D 30mm, Package Weight: 315g
About the game
Star Ocean: The Second Story R is a definitive version of the second entry in the Star Ocean franchise with HD-2D-like visuals in a 3D environment.
The game is described as a “complete remake of the 1998 RPG, rebuilt with stunning graphics that combine 3D environments and 2D pixel characters.
In addition, new combat features allow you to execute battles with strategic precision.” Anyone who pre-orders the game will receive the following bonuses:
– Weapon for Claude: Pangalactic Federation Longsword
– Weapon for Reindeer: Forest Knuckles
– Accessory Sunrise Ring – 20 x Resurrection Potions
– 20 x Mixed Berries
Check-out the trailer: