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November 29th, 2017, 12:34
Star Ocean: The Last Hope has been released on Steam in 4K and full HD.

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From the creative minds of Square Enix and tri-Ace, STAR OCEAN - THE LAST HOPE takes place at the very beginning of the Star Ocean series.
This action-packed RPG takes players on the epic journey of mankind's last stand, with exploration and battle across some of the most mysterious, dangerous and fantastical worlds of the universe.

Earth has been decimated by World War III and now humanity must turn to the stars in search of a new home. Explore the galaxy on your quest, make allies and enemies among the alien races you encounter and uncover a danger so great that it threatens all of creation.

  • Spectacular New 4k and Full HD Visuals
  • Exhilarating Real-time Battles
A universe of adventure and danger await in the great Star Ocean!
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November 29th, 2017, 13:38
Could never get through this game, bought & traded it 3 times too.

Had loads of good elements, but it just ended up dragging for me.
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November 29th, 2017, 14:09
I enjoyed it but never finished it on PS3, petering out around the 2/3 point. I thought about buying this re-release, but realised that the same thing will likely happen, since I'd have to start over again. Better to just dig out the PS3 game and try and pick up where I left off, I guess.

For others, it's worth checking out, but be aware that it is a very Japanese RPG and that for all the talk of stars and space ships, you'll spend most of your time running around fantasy planets hitting things with swords and bows.
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November 29th, 2017, 16:19
I played and finished it in PS3, just wish they focused their efforts on remaking the older games or making new games (but not the very sucky last one, Integrity and Faithlessness).
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November 29th, 2017, 16:30
I looked at this thinking it would be nice, turn-based combat, nope. Then I saw how much hard drive space is required, laughed and forgot about it.
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November 29th, 2017, 17:14
Is this the 4th game? I only played the second and liked it, but never finished it.
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November 29th, 2017, 19:17
Originally Posted by GabrielMP_19 View Post
Is this the 4th game? I only played the second and liked it, but never finished it.
Story wise it's a prequel to the first game I think.
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November 29th, 2017, 20:39
steam reviews suggest kb/m suck.
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November 30th, 2017, 02:14
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steam reviews suggest kb/m suck.
I don't understand why anyone would expect decent kb+m controls in a JRPG ported from consoles.
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November 30th, 2017, 02:52
Why port it to the PC if you aren't going to give it PC controls? Why not just let the console weenies buy it for their consoles ?
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Why port it to the PC if you aren't going to give it PC controls? Why not just let the console weenies buy it for their consoles ?
Probably because it was popular enough that gamers were asking for a PC port.. which in that case they should have known it was designed around playing with a gamepad.
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November 30th, 2017, 03:59
I disagree. Xseed has ported several jrpg with very good pc controls. Call it what it is a lousy port.


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Probably because it was popular enough that gamers were asking for a PC port.. which in that case they should have known it was designed around playing with a gamepad.
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November 30th, 2017, 04:33
I've never played a Star Ocean game.
So.. where does this sit in the pantheon of whiney-bitch fashion-victim role play with endless cringe-worthy cut scenes but potentially interesting mechanics?
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I disagree. Xseed has ported several jrpg with very good pc controls. Call it what it is a lousy port.
What does that have to do with Star Ocean?

And why is it a lousy port? Because someone on Steam didn't like it? You can't shoehorn kb+m controls into every game and always expect it to play like it was designed for them.
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I don't understand why anyone would expect decent kb+m controls in a JRPG ported from consoles.
Ha, good point. Maybe not expected, but one can wish?
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November 30th, 2017, 17:39
Shagnak - SO4 is pretty much at the "max" level on your scale, I'm afraid. It was very fun to play (nice battle system) but I *still* cringe when I hear (or think) the phrase "nappy time". (Which in UK English means "my diaper is full") but is apparently OK in US english and JRPG translations…
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November 30th, 2017, 20:57
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Shagnak - SO4 is pretty much at the "max" level on your scale, I'm afraid.
Thanks for the info, I think I'll skip this one
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