Recent reviews by Cid_Highwind

Dear Capcom, remove the DRM that has broken this game on Steam Deck.

No one asked for it, it doesn't inconvenience the pirates, and probably doesn't stop the cheaters either.

You're only screwing your reputation you built over these past years.

DO NOT BUY.
DRM ADDED TO IT FOR NO REASON.

The definitive way to play Star Ocean The Second Story, don't let anyone try to tell you different.

I guess it's an okay game.

After 20 years of development, I finally got to pay for this. So I did.

Ever wonder why this isn't on the store anymore? Because it was abandoned.

Not a bad game, looking forward to seeing what else comes from it!

Review Edit:
So, 1.0 has been out for a little bit and I can safely say this was worth it, a lot of fun to be had if you like this genre of game.

Shut down the servers, aren't planning to return them, forces people to purchase the Remastered.

If you like games like Final Fantasy V in terms of a Class system then this game is definitely for you.
Turn-Based RPG based on stats which can be modified later for a price in game.
Platforming can be a bit rough at times but it's satisfying when you manage to reach an area with a secret in it.
Exploration in general was a lot of fun.

Recommended for people who like older styled JRPGs.

Final Fantasy V still remains one of the best games we didn't get in the States until much later than we should have. That unfortunately made a lot of people bounce away from it when it did come out, and those who did may remember the horrid translation of the PS1.

The only issue with this version is the lack of the bonus content, but that is minor honestly for such a great game overall.