Product Description
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STAR OCEAN: THE LAST HOPE is the latest entry in the futuristic
space opera RPG series, STAR OCEAN. Science fiction and fantasy
meld in this long-awaited continuation of the celebrated
franchise from developer tri-Ace Inc. The year is S.D. 10. In the
aftermath of World War III, humanity voyages into the stars in
search of a new home...and a second chance. 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 the Xbox 360.
Features breathtaking CG movies by Visual Works, the cutting-edge
studio whose previous work includes cut scenes for the accled
FINAL FANTASY RPG series
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Star Ocean: The Last Hope is the latest release in the
celebrated science fiction and fantasy Star Ocean RPG series.
This prequel set during the aftermath of Earth's fictional World
War III 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, introducing amazing
graphics and next-generation visual effects brought to life on
the Xbox 360 gaming system.
Story
A.D 2064...Planet Earth was on the brink of destruction as
clashes between the World Republic Federation and the various
nations that sed it sparked the outbreak of World War III.
Weapons of mass destruction, deployed with complete impunity
razed the land in the blink of an eye. The dire situation forced
the two sing factions to negotiate a cease-fire and an
agreement was quickly reached, but although the war may have
ended, its effects remained. With the deteriorating environment,
Earth's population was drastically reduced and those who survived
lived a confined existence trapped in underground cities.
Eventually countries joined together to form the Greater United
Nations and turned their eyes skyward, to space. With the
establishment of the USTA, the Universal Science and Technology
Administration, man began to seek new worlds beyond the stars.
AD 2087...The first year of the spacedate (SD) . Thanks
to the success of Professor Trillas Bachstein's warp drive
experiments, mankind's dream of a spacebourne existence has
inched closer to reality and the USTA secretly began to implement
its SRF project, the Space Reconnaissance Force. Now it is SD
0010, and the first official SRF mission and your adventure has
be.
Characters
Players of Star Ocean: The Last Hope will meet and interact with
a wealth of characters from different parts of the galaxy, each
with their own history and weapons of choice. Just a few of the
more prominent characters to familiarize yourself with include:
Gameplay and Combat
Although Edge Maverick is the main character in Star Ocean: The
Last Hope, players will of course experience gameplay action in
the form of a number of different characters and utilize the
signature attacks assigned to each. The game features a real-time
combat system which allows for up to four party members to remain
active in battle at a time. Improvements to the game's combat
system include 'Rush Mode,' where players can switch out active
members of their combat groups for reserve members in real-time;
' In/ Out' which allows for timed evasive and counter
moves against enemies; and the BEAT (Battle Enhancement Attribute
Type) system, through which players can change a character's
fighting style at will. Other actions players will master through
gameplay include piloting of the spaceship Calnus, a first in the
Star Ocean series; item creation in the form of weapons, healing
items and accessories; and Private Actions (PAs), a cause and
effect relationship between character in-game actions and the
acquisition of new abilities and scenarios. Through the increased
flexibility mastery of all these skills provides, players should
be able to more easily increase their team and individual team
member's combat experience and status, and so unlock more
advanced combat styles and linked combinations.
Key Game Features: * Series prequel - Star Ocean: The Last Hope
is a prequel in the classic series, combining sci-fi and fantasy
elements, spanning multiple planets and the vastness of space
itself to recount the origins of the Star Ocean universe.
* Exciting Battles - Exhilarating combat expands upon the
franchise's famous real-time battle system, including the amazing
graphics and visual effects only possible on Xbox 360.
* Compelling Scenes - The game features breathtaking CG movies by
Visual Works, the cutting-edge studio whose previous work
includes cutscenes for the accled Final Fantasy RPG series.
- Gameplay updates including: the navigable spaceship Calnus, and combat enhancements Rush Mode, In/ Out, and "BEAT" system..
- Classic sci-fi/fantasy RPG action set across the vastness of space that recounts the origins of the Star Ocean universe..
- Beautifully rendered combat expanding on the franchise's famous real-time battle system and only possible on Xbox 360..
- Breathtaking CG cinematics by Visual Works, the studio whose previous work includes cutscenes for the Final Fantasy RPG series..
- An expansive cast of playable characters, each with his/her own personality, signature moves and weapons..