February 10, 2010
Star Ocean The Last Hope:
International Now Available for PlayStation 3
Square Enix Delivers Prequel to
the Hit Science Fiction Franchise
Square Enix, Inc. announced today
that STAR OCEAN THE LAST HOPE: INTERNATIONAL for PlayStation 3 is now available.
STAR OCEAN THE LAST HOPE:
INTERNATIONAL delivers the prequel of the acclaimed STAR OCEAN franchise to
PlayStation 3 system users. Developed by tri-Ace Inc. – renowned for offering
gamers spectacular visuals and expansive storylines – the game adds to the rich,
science fiction saga of the series, beginning with the aftermath of World War
III.
This latest installment allows
players to control their own spaceship to move from planet to planet as they
explore the vastness of space. The refined gameplay features dynamic
four-character team combat and the capability to seamlessly switch party members
during battle. STAR OCEAN THE LAST HOPE: INTERNATIONAL also improves upon the
innovative real-time battle system that has become a trademark of the STAR OCEAN
franchise.
In addition to English and Japanese
voice options, this PlayStation 3 system version will include a total of six
languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish and Japanese, allowing STAR
OCEAN fans around the world to blast off on their epic adventure among the
stars.
STAR OCEAN THE LAST HOPE:
INTERNATIONAL is rated T (Teen). Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating
Board (ESRB) website at www.esrb.org for more
information about ratings.
STAR OCEAN THE LAST HOPE:
INTERNATIONAL is available at North American retailers for the suggested retail
price of $59.99 (USD). The official website can be found at
http://na.square-enix.com/starocean/.