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If STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R is your kind of game, the closest matches are STAR OCEAN THE DIVINE FORCE, STAR OCEAN™ - THE LAST HOPE -™ 4K & Full HD Remaster and Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake) — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its tactical positioning matters, writing quality is exceptional and emotional. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Get personalized picks →STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R is a science fantasy action RPG released in 2023 by Square Enix and Gemdrops, Inc., available for $24.99 USD. The game features branching narratives and multiple endings that shift based on player choices and character relationships. Players take on the role of Claude or Rena, experiencing the story from their respective perspectives. Real-time combat emphasizes tactical positioning matters, according to players and reviewers. The game is verified to run on Steam Deck. Reviewers describe the experience as emotional and immersive, with the title holding a 96% positive rating from approximately 1960 Steam reviews.
About STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R: In this science fantasy RPG, choose between Claude or Rena, play through their perspectives, and unlock various endings. Recruit allies and defeat foes in fast paced real-time battles.
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STAR OCEAN™ - THE LAST HOPE -™ 4K & Full HD Remaster
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Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)
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Trials of Mana
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Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D.
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Open-world space survival with real-time strategy combat and emergent progression. Build and defend evolving space-station networks, unlock new abilities, and upgrade systems as you explore a vast galaxy shaped by alliances, rivalries, and god-like AI.
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FINAL FANTASY
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Eight travelers. Eight adventures. Eight roles to play. Embark on an epic journey across the vast and wondrous world of Orsterra and discover the captivating stories of each of the eight travelers.
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The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
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A brand-new action RPG from the creators of OCTOPATH TRAVELER and BRAVELY DEFAULT – The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales combines stunning HD-2D visuals and exciting action-adventure gameplay for the first time!
FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE
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FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
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Frequently asked about STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R
- Is STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R verified for Steam Deck?
- Yes — STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
- How much does STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R cost?
- STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R is listed on Steam at 24.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- What games are most similar to STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R are STAR OCEAN THE DIVINE FORCE, STAR OCEAN™ - THE LAST HOPE -™ 4K & Full HD Remaster, Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake).
- Who developed STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R?
- STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R was developed by Square Enix, Gemdrops, Inc. and published by Square Enix.
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