Star Ocean The Last Hope

Star Ocean: The Last Hope is the fourth entry in the futuristic space opera RPG series, the long-awaited continuation of the celebrated science fiction and...
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8.2
very good
 
CRITICS SCORE
7.8
(27 ratings)
GAMER SCORE
8.5
(795 ratings)

Game Overview

Star Ocean: The Last Hope is the fourth entry in the futuristic space opera RPG series, the long-awaited continuation of the celebrated science fiction and fantasy RPG series.

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Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
75/100
score

An addictive, strategic combat system makes Star Ocean: The Last Hope worth playing despite its cliche storyline and annoying characters.

GameZone review logo
83/100
score

Star Ocean: The Last Hope is a fun game that will keep players occupied for days on end. There are so many things to do with the various endings and side missions players can embark upon. Even though there are a few issues, they can be overlooked by the s

IGN review logo
80/100
score

Not an RPG for the ages, but it is a lot of fun to play. The way the story is delivered, through awkward dialogue and drawn out cutscenes, could be a lot better. The strong points of The Last Hope, namely the combat and level progression, keep things live

Game Features

A prequel that combines sci-fi and fantasy elements, spanning multiple planets and the vastness of space itself to recount the origins of the STAR OCEAN universe
Exhilarating combat expands upon the franchise's famous real-time battle system, including the amazing graphics and visual effects only possible on Xbox 360
Features breathtaking CG movies by Visual Works, the cutting-edge studio whose previous work includes cut scenes for the acclaimed FINAL FANTASY RPG series

Game Specs

Audio/Video
HDTV 1080i, HDTV 1080p, HDTV 720p, In-Game Dolby Digital

Memory
545 kb

 

Modes
Full Mission Single-Player, Story

Online Features
Achievements, Friends, Voice, Xbox LIVE Family Settings

 

Controller Functions

GAMEPLAY CONTROLS

Directional Pad
Select. Change Control Mode.

Left Thumbstick
Move. Select.

Right Thumbstick
Move Camera

Click Left Thumbstick
Toggle Lock On/Off

Click Right Thumbstick
Position Camera Behind Player. Toggle Camera Mode.

A Button
Talk. Examine. Normal Attack. Confirm.

B Button
Harvest or Mine Items. Use Disintegration Ring. Jump. Blindside Charge. Cancel.

X Button
Sprint. Activate Rush Mode.

 

Y Button
Display Main Menu. Display Command Circle.

Left Bumper
Talk. Examine. Change Characters.

Right Bumper
Point Camera Northward. Change Characters.

Left Trigger
Toggle Autorun On/Off. Activate Chain Combo.

Start Button
Switch Between Small/Expanded Minimap. Toggle Battle Map On/Off. Skip Cutscene.

Right Trigger
Switch Between Walking and Running. Activate Chain Combo.

Back Button
Toggle Minimap On/Off. Toggle Battle Map On/Off.

 
 
Game Info
Platform:Microsoft Xbox 360
Release Date:2/24/2009
Publisher:Square Enix
Developer:tri-Ace
Genre:RPG
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