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Humanity's second chance may be its last in Star Ocean: The Last Hope. Set in the aftermath of World War III, Star Ocean sends mankind into space in search of a new home. Sci-fi and fantasy elements blend with a soap opera feel in this new installment of the RPG saga. This prequel documents the beginnings of the futuristic franchise with a story that stretches across multiple planets and into the vast openness of space itself. The gripping saga unfolds with intense real-time battles exploding with stunning visual effects. Thankfully, you'll have a chance to catch your breath during breathtaking CG movies from the makers of Final Fantasy's cutscenes.

Critic Reviews / Previews

GameSpot Review (7.5 out of 10 )

Since its advent nearly 13 years ago, the Star Ocean series has challenged the role-playing game norm with its real-time battles and sci-fi trappings. Despite what appeared to be the series' conclusion with the unconventional revelations seen in Star Ocean: Till the End of Time, it has r ...All Critic Reviews

User Reviews

Average Member Rating: 6.7 out of 10

Star Ocean Arises! (9 out of 10)

posted by marshall84 (ASHEVILLE, NC) on Mar 3, 2009
Member since Apr 2008
152 out of 180 gamers (84%) found this review helpful

I recently got to play this game & from the trailers I’ve seen & screen shots, ultimately, I was astounded & very much so looking forward to it! I’m pleased with this game overall. There are some very minor annoyance flaws I’ve found already just playing the 1st disc. The game Star Ocean originated ...All User Reviews