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2007PlayStation

Star Ocean blends sci-fi spaceflight with fantasy magic in a story spanning several worlds. You fight in real time with a shifting party, grow your characters through abilities, and craft your own gear.

  • A party of several characters
  • Melee combat with weapons or fists
  • Strong character progression
  • Sci-fi setting
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The closest matches for Star Ocean: First Departure are Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Rogue Galaxy and Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Star Ocean: First Departure special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Xenoblade Chronicles 2

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2017Nintendo Switch

Brings what grabs you about Star Ocean: First Departure: a party of several characters, melee combat with weapons or fists and deep character progression.

A sprawling JRPG set on the backs of giant Titans, where you collect Blades and use them in a real-time combat system built on auto-attacks and combos. Exploring the cloud-sea world of Alrest and a deep progression system drive the experience.

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Rogue Galaxy

Sci-fi setting

A space-faring action JRPG from Level-5 where you travel between planets with a party of three, fight in real time and upgrade weapons and skills. Cel-shaded visuals, plenty of side quests and a charming crew of space pirates define the adventure.

Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana

Lots to discover

A fast-paced action JRPG where Adol is shipwrecked on a cursed island, gathers fellow survivors and builds a village. Fluid combat with dodges and party switching, plenty of exploration and a stirring soundtrack.

Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization

A party of several characters

An anime action JRPG set in the Sword Art Online universe, where you fight in real time alongside a party of familiar characters through MMO-style worlds. It focuses on bonds with your companions, character growth and a new story arc.

Sword Art Online: Hollow Fragment

A party of several characters

An anime action RPG in the Sword Art Online universe that simulates the MMORPG experience offline. Over a hundred companions, dating-sim elements and relationships with Kirito's allies are central to the experience.

.Hack//G.U. Vol. 1: Rebirth

A party of several characters

An action RPG disguised as a fictional MMO called The World: as Haseo you chase revenge, clear dungeons and recruit allies. Its anime storytelling and faux-online atmosphere set it apart.

Tales of the Abyss

Strong, story-driven narrative

A classic Tales series JRPG with a fast real-time battle system where you move freely around the battlefield. Its emotional story about prophecy, fate and identity is carried by a memorable party of characters.

Tales of Graces F Remastered

A party of several characters

You battle through a fantasy world in fast real-time fights, switching between fighting styles to suit your approach. This remaster brings stunning visuals, English localization of previously untranslated scenes, and handy quality-of-life additions like auto-save.

Tales of Vesperia

A party of several characters

A classic JRPG with fast real-time combat in which former knight Yuri uncovers a conspiracy around the magical blastia technology. A charming party, anime-style visuals and a long, character-driven story define the experience.

Tales of Xillia

A party of several characters

A classic action JRPG where you pick Jude or Milla to travel a world shared by humans and spirits. Fast real-time battles with linked partner attacks and a character-focused story are the core of the experience.

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