features
An improved battle system keeps players immersed in the action with more "private actions" added creating new layers of character interaction and story
New Events have been added along with newly created graphics for the PSP version
Powerful "Special Arts" abilities allow characters to unleash devastating attacks
Fully voiced, for a more immersive gameplay experience
Brand-new animated scenes by powerhouse anime studio Production I.G!
description
The First Departure is an enhanced remake of the original Star Ocean and features an entire overhaul of the original game's engine, using Star Ocean: The Second Story's engine instead with similar features, including prerendered backgrounds and 3D battle fields. Production I.G. provides new artwork and animated cutscenes for the game. New playable characters have found their way into the remake as well. There are new voice actors and extensive amounts of new, fully voiced dialogue.