Claude and Rena on Expel uncover a galactic threat born of an artifact in this remake of the second Star Ocean. Enriched real-time combat, developed Private Actions and multiple endings; Square Enix polishes a very complete portable JRPG.
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RPG1 player12+
Description
Claude and Rena on the planet Expel discover a galactic threat born from a mysterious artefact in this remake of the second Star Ocean. Published by Square Enix, released in Japan in July 2009. Enriched real-time combat, expanded Private Actions, multiple endings based on formed relationships, soundtrack by Motoi Sakuraba. Multilingual version.
Star Ocean - Second Evolution review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
4/5
Story
★★★★★
"Captivating"
Gameplay
"Excellent"
Fun
"Pleasant"
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Massive"
A remake of the second Star Ocean, this epic unfolds a JRPG of great scope, rich in companions, brisk combat and multiple endings. The long main quest, the Item Creation and the many paths to explore feed dozens of hours. That generosity, a peak of the series, offers a lifespan RPG fans cherish.
Technical info
💾1,2 GB📅03/04/2008
Published by Square Enix
Star Ocean - Second Evolution (PSP) price, value & rarity
Japanese version of Square Enix's PSP remake of Star Ocean Second Evolution, a rework of the RPG saga's second entry, long regarded as one of the series' peaks. The Japanese pressing is the source version with the local dressing of a title much loved by fans. Desirability rests on that original-edition status of a cult RPG, sought by purists who favor the Japanese version and collectors of the Star Ocean franchise.
Is Star Ocean - Second Evolution still worth playing in 2026?
A PSP remake of the second Star Ocean, Second Evolution follows Claude and Rena on planet Expel, confronted with a galactic threat born from a mysterious artifact, in a JRPG with real-time combat and pronounced narrative branching. The sprawling skill system, the multiple endings and the gallery of characters make it one of the series' most beloved entries, revived by this version. The structure dates a little. An estimable pick for fans of highly replayable retro action JRPG and Star Ocean lovers.
