Star Ocean: The Second Story R [Collector's Edition]
PlayStation 5 · 2023
About this game
Star Ocean: The Second Story R is a single-player action role-playing game.
It is an enhanced remake of Star Ocean: The Second Story and its expanded version Star Ocean: Second Evolution , rebuilt with 2.5D graphics that merge sprite-based characters with fully rendered 3D environments.
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This edition includes orchestrated and original soundtrack options, new voice acting for both protagonists and supporting cast, and quality-of-life adjustments such as updated battle mechanics, streamlined menus, and improved navigation.
The remake also introduces new art direction, redrawn character portraits, and modern visual effects.
The story follows Claude C.
Kenny, a young ensign from the Earth Federation, and Rena Lanford, a girl from the underdeveloped planet Expel who possesses mysterious powers.
After Claude is transported to Expel through ancient technology, he and Rena become embroiled in a conflict between nations and an otherworldly threat.
The narrative branches depending on whether the player chooses Claude or Rena as the main protagonist, each perspective shaping relationships and character interactions.
The adventure unfolds through exploration of towns, dungeons, and a world map, where the party recruits companions and uncovers the unfolding plot.
Character interactions influence “private actions,” optional story events that alter relationships and affect which of the multiple endings are unlocked.
Combat takes place in real time on a battlefield where up to four party members engage enemies.
The player directly controls one character, issuing commands and chaining skills, while AI guides allies.
Abilities are mapped to buttons for quick access, and each character specializes in unique weapon types and techniques.
Skills and symbology (the game’s magic system) provide offensive and defensive options, while tactical positioning remains important to avoid enemy strikes and exploit weaknesses.
Progression is tied to leveling up through combat and earning Skill Points
About PlayStation 5
Launched in late 2020, the PlayStation 5 introduced ultra-fast SSD loading and ray tracing to mainstream console gaming. It's still early in its collecting life cycle, but the Digital Edition (no disc drive) has already created a meaningful split in the market between disc-based and digital-only PS5 owners — something collectors should keep in mind when comparing prices for the "same" game.
Gamevaro tracks Star Ocean: The Second Story R [Collector's Edition] for PlayStation 5 with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
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Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-U
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €303.15 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €186.47 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €84.92 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €74.72 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €339.55 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €212.28 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €275.59 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €373.50 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €74.94 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €186.71 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | PAL | €212.19 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | PAL | €303.02 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €376.73 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €342.48 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €275.47 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | PAL | €84.88 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | PAL | €298.86 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €370.53 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €186.01 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €336.85 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | PAL | €209.28 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | PAL | €83.72 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | PAL | €271.69 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €75.39 |
| 2026-06-17 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €75.39 |
| 2026-06-17 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €186.01 |
| 2026-06-17 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €370.53 |
| 2026-06-17 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €336.85 |
| 2026-06-15 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €371.39 |
| 2026-06-15 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €186.44 |
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Star Ocean: The Second Story R [Collector's Edition], suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 5 titles.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Star Ocean: The Second Story R [Collector's Edition] worth?
Gamevaro hasn't tracked a market sale for Star Ocean: The Second Story R [Collector's Edition] (PlayStation 5) yet, so no current value is available. Prices are sourced from real marketplace sales, and this page will update automatically once sales data comes in.
Is Star Ocean: The Second Story R [Collector's Edition] rare?
Star Ocean: The Second Story R [Collector's Edition] has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 5 titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Star Ocean: The Second Story R [Collector's Edition]?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. These are tracked as separate market values because the price gap between them can be significant, especially for older releases.
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