: A standout feature is its non-linearity; you cannot recruit every character in one run. Choosing specific party members like

: "Star Ocean: First Departure R" is a remastered version of the original "Star Ocean," which was initially released on the Super Famicom in Japan in 1996. The remastered version was made available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, and PC via Steam in 2016. Later, it was also released on the Nintendo Switch.

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: The game is an action role-playing game with a sci-fi setting. It is known for its real-time battles and character customization. The remastered version, "First Departure R," includes improved graphics, new character models, and some quality-of-life improvements over the original.