STAR OCEAN 1: First Departure

Publisher: Square Enix, Inc.

Developer: SquareEnix

Category: Adventure

Release Dates

N Amer - 10/21/2008

Official Game Website

GameZone's Review

8.0
GZ Rating

Gameplay	8
Graphics	8
Sound	7.5
Difficulty	Medium
Concept	8
Overall	8.0

Reviewer: Nick Valentino

Review Date: 10/31/2008

Star Ocean: First Departure doesn’t attempt to reinvent the wheel but rather it brings back a stellar classic RPG that fits right at home on the PSP

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Avg. Web Rating

6.8

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Description

Initially released toward the end of the Super Famicom’s life cycle, and never before localized for North America, the origin of the STAR OCEAN series receives a total makeover for the PSP system. Additional scenarios and characters, integrated 2D and 3D graphics in the style of the

PS one™ game console hit STAR OCEAN 2, fully animated movies, and other bonus features transform the game into a completely new experience.

Features

A classic series evolves – The action-packed RPG experience is recreated on a handheld console for the first time
All-new animation movies – Fully voiced animated cut-scenes presented in a gorgeous 16:9 widescreen format provided by anime powerhouse Production I.G
Refined battle system – Intuitive skills and combo system coupled with redesigned 3-D backgrounds provide a stimulating and action-packed battle experience
Private Action system – Interact and discover riveting episodes between characters with added voiced dialogues and brand-new event face graphics