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'Star Ocean 2: Second Evolution' (PSP) Coming to Europe

by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2008 @ 3:26 a.m. PDT

Set 20 years after the events of its predecessor, Star Ocean 2 also receives the full remake treatment aboard the PSP system. The title takes the next step with fully animated movies, all-new character designs, extra playable characters, fully voiced dialogue, and more.

Following the exploits of humankind’s journey across the stars, the Star Ocean saga continues with the completely remastered Star Ocean: Second Evolution. Featuring a revised game engine, an improved battle system and fully-voiced, all-new animated scenes displayed in 16:9 widescreen. With a newly added layer of character interaction, players can enjoy their journey into the rich Star Ocean universe like never before.

John Yamamoto, president and chief executive officer of Square Enix Ltd. comments, “Star Ocean has already proved to be a popular series in Japan, we now hope that players around the world can discover why by experiencing the origin of the series through the PSP releases of Star Ocean: First Departure™ and the newly announced Star Ocean: Second Evolution.”

Space Date 366: A young Federation officer finds himself transported to a mystical planet, where he is suddenly anointed as the Hero of Light. He begins a journey to fulfill a prophecy and save a newfound race. Star Ocean: Second Evolution continues the Star Ocean saga!

Features

  • The second game in the Star Ocean series, rebuilt for the PSP system
  • Exciting real-time battles that keep players fully immersed in the action
  • Brand-new, fully-voiced animated cut-scenes provided by anime powerhouse Production I.G
  • The private action system adds depth to the story, introducing riveting subplots between characters

Star Ocean: Second Evolution is currently scheduled for release across Europe and all PAL territories in Spring 2009.

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