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Star Ocean makes an apperance on GameFly

Posted Apr 29th 2008 12:30PM by Andrew Yoon
Filed under: Star Ocean

Square Enix's PSP remake of Star Ocean may finally be getting a US release. At least, if this information on GameFly is to be believed. The popular online rental site lists a September 30th date for the game. Most likely, this is simply a placeholder.

It's not a question of if, but when, Square Enix will officially announce a US release for the Star Ocean remakes. With many finishing Crisis Core, tons of PSP fans are awaiting their next RPG adventure.

[Via Siliconera; Thanks, Joe!]

Listen in on Star Ocean: Second Evolution's sountrack

Posted Apr 14th 2008 7:00AM by Nick Doerr
Filed under: Imports, Star Ocean

Of course, you could wait and assume the soundtrack for the Star Ocean: Second Evolution remake will be awesome, or you can take the advice from SiliconEra and check out this promotional page Square Enix has put up for everyone. Under the "check" section you can sample six songs from the game and even fade between two songs via the slider on the webpage. Not sure why you'd really care enough to do that, but it can be strangely intriguing to listen to two songs at once. The soundtrack goes on sale May 2nd in Japan, with an album of arranged music tracks to follow on the 21st.

Take a peek at Star Ocean Second Evolution's battle system

Posted Apr 11th 2008 9:00AM by Jem Alexander
Filed under: Video, Star Ocean

Star Ocean Second Evolution has been out in Japan for over a week now and still the gameplay footage keeps rolling in. This latest video showcases the game's battle system which is obviously very similar to the original game, but with much prettier graphics. Check the video out for yourselves and keep your fingers crossed for a Western release for both Star Ocean PSP remakes.

Star Ocean: Second Evolution startup montage

Posted Apr 10th 2008 8:30PM by Andrew Yoon
Filed under: Video, Star Ocean

Square Enix hasn't revealed any information about a US localization of Star Ocean. That's too bad -- we're hankering for a new PSP RPG. The Second Evolution is the second PSP-exclusive remake released in Japan so far, and this is the opening cinematic from the game. The production values, as expected from a Square Enix title, look pretty fantastic.

See more non-gameplay cinematics, head on over to GameTrailers.

Download new Star Ocean themes

Posted Apr 2nd 2008 10:20AM by Andrew Yoon
Filed under: Star Ocean

The Second Evolution has just gone on sale in Japan, and Square Enix is celebrating the release of this new PSP-exclusive remake by making new themes and wallpapers available on their official website (click on "Special"). Initial impressions from Tokyo's Akihabara suggest that the game has done rather well in its first week: finding a new copy proved difficult, due to eager early demand.

With Monster Hunter and Star Ocean, we expect the Japanese metro system to be filled with PSP players.

[Via PSPHyper]

Four minutes of Star Ocean: Second Evolution [Update]

Posted Mar 20th 2008 8:15PM by Andrew Yoon
Filed under: Video, Star Ocean

The first Star Ocean PSP remake hasn't made it out of Japan yet, but The Second Evolution is already getting ready for its big debut in a few weeks. This remake of Star Ocean 2 features anime cutscenes and voice acting and yet another Jpoppy theme song. Catch more than four minutes of this RPG remake in this brand new trailer. [Update: New embedded trailer.]

[Via NeoGAF]

Star Ocean 2 accessories for Japan, new trailer for you

Posted Mar 19th 2008 11:30AM by Majed Athab
Filed under: Videos and Screenshots, Peripherals, News

Japan, as usual, is getting even more extra goodies with the upcoming release of Star Ocean: Second Evolution on the PSP. Game peripheral company Hori will be coming out with a new set of Star Ocean: Second Evolution themed accessories. The set consists of: headphones with a Star Ocean art design, screen cleaner, two UMD cases (one for SO1 and SO2 each), and a slip-on back-casing. It's actually a pretty nice collection to go along with that special First Departure PSP.

While our friends over seas can enjoy their soon-to-release game and complementary accessories, the rest of us will just have to settle for a brand new trailer. By all means, it's not a lousy consolation prize ... and hey, it's free! Check out the trailer right after the break.

[Via RPG Land]

Continue reading Star Ocean 2 accessories for Japan, new trailer for you

More screens of Star Ocean: Second Evolution

Posted Mar 17th 2008 5:30PM by Majed Athab
Filed under: Videos and Screenshots

Star Ocean: Second Evolution will be the next big thing after Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G hits Japan next week. And just like the screenshot update Monster Hunter received earlier today, this title is getting its own reciprocal visual update. Have a look at more than 30 new Second Evolution screens here.

While neither PSP remakes of Star Ocean: First Departure nor Star Ocean: Second Evolution have been announced for western release, we're still thinking it's coming. Any day now. Yep ... any day now. Is localization the reason why these titles are not traversing continents? If that's the case, we're willing to offer our exquisite translation expertise to Tri-Ace and Square Enix. Just look at our translation in the screenshot above. Purely accurate, we swear!

Star Ocean Japanese website gets huge update ... in Japanese

Posted Feb 23rd 2008 1:45PM by Majed Athab
Filed under: News

Another Japanese RPG website made some huge updates, this time around it's Star Ocean: Second Evolution. The website updated with tons of information regarding the battle system, in-game strategies, extensive character profiles, and some of the new elements being introduced in the remade version.

Unfortunately, this treasure trove of information is only in Japanese; however, there's enough pretty pictures for you to play guessing games at what everything means. Go check out the website for yourself.

[Via PSPHyper]

Star Ocean: Second Evolution commercial gets Jpoppy

Posted Feb 15th 2008 8:45AM by Andrew Yoon
Filed under: Video, Star Ocean

Most RPGs in Japan come with some super-sweet, super-catchy J-pop song. Square Enix's upcoming Star Ocean: The Second Evolution is no different. The all-girl band Scandal performs the theme song to this upcoming game with their number, "Start." Check it out.

[Via PSPHyper]

First screens of Star Ocean 2 are unsurprising

Posted Feb 4th 2008 9:30PM by Andrew Yoon
Filed under: Star Ocean

We're not surprised at all by these images of Star Ocean: The Second Evolution. Why? It looks to continue the visual trend of The First Departure. This PSP-exclusive remake of the second entry to the Star Ocean RPG series will feature all the usual Square Enix dressings, such as enhanced graphics, new anime cutscenes, and voice overs. It's rather ... expected.

Check out all the new images at Famitsu.

PSP Fanboy Theatre: Volume 48

Posted Feb 2nd 2008 8:00PM by Chris Powell
Filed under: Theatre

Star Ocean: First Departure intro (10.6MB)

Also featured: Devil May Cry 4, Dark Sector, NiGHTS Into Dreams, Condemned 2: Bloodshot

Continue reading PSP Fanboy Theatre: Volume 48

Star Ocean 2 gets April release in Japan

Posted Feb 1st 2008 5:30PM by Andrew Yoon
Filed under: Star Ocean

The First Departure hasn't even been announced for US release yet, but Japan is already on its way to the sequel. PSP's second Star Ocean game will feature the same revamped graphics, anime cutscenes and voice acting as the first remake. However, there's a special treat for Star Ocean fans that pre-order the game. A bonus DVD will feature a special preview of Star Ocean 4. Perhaps we'll finally learn what console the game will head to?

The Second Evolution will be available on April 2nd in Japan, with a standard price of 4800 yen.

Star Ocean gameplay is oh-so-anime

Posted Feb 1st 2008 8:00AM by Andrew Yoon
Filed under: Video, Star Ocean

Japan is feasting on yet another Square Enix RPG, as the rest of us patiently wait for Square Enix to release ... nay, announce the title for English release. This remake of the original Star Ocean features new enhanced graphics, and tons of cutscenes and voice acting to give it that special PSP feel. However, the incredible anime-esque nature will surely be a dividing factor for this game. Some will absolutely adore the style, while others will cringe, crying for something a bit more "mature." Which side of the fence are you on?

Celebrate Star Ocean's debut with new themes

Posted Dec 27th 2007 10:10AM by Andrew Yoon
Filed under: Downloads, Star Ocean

Square Enix is offering two new themes for your PSP, in celebration of today's release of the PSP-exclusive remake: Star Ocean: The First Departure. Not only is the game available today, but a new limited edition version of the system. Will the Japanese gaming populace flock to it just as they did the Crisis Core bundle? We'll wait and see.

To download the themes, click the following links:
Star Ocean First Departure official theme 1
Star Ocean First Departure official theme 2

Save it to PSP/THEME on your Memory Stick. Then, go to Settings -> Theme Settings to change your system's theme.

[Via PSPHyper]

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