Star Ocean: The Divine Force

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
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  1. TierraGamer
    Nov 14, 2022
    76
    Star Ocean: The Divine Force is a game that needs more development. It has pretty solid and charming points, like its characters and gameplay mechanics, but on the other side, it does game some flaws that would discourage the purchase of any experienced RPG player. However, it is a fun and entertaining game. It has beautiful landscapes and mechanics that gradually become versatile and entertaining.
  2. PLAY
    Dec 14, 2022
    70
    If you want to take your time teasing out the story while also looking like you came off the cover of JRPG Vogue, then you’re in for a good time. [Issue#22, p.74]
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  3. LevelUp
    Nov 20, 2022
    70
    Star Ocean: Divine Force is a great role-playing game that arrives 15 years too late. It's a game that will keep you busy for hours, and a good effort to keep alive an lesser-known franchise.
  5. Power Unlimited
    Nov 13, 2022
    65
    The Divine Force is a worthy comeback for the Star Ocean series that fans can be proud of. The game world is more beautiful and wider than ever and the brand new combat system hits the nail on the head. Still, it feels like the JRPG is a few years behind. The clayey characters make every cutscene an eyesore. Without a penchant for anime games, you probably won't get anything out of this.

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4.7

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 38 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 38
  3. Negative: 19 out of 38
  1. Orcbolg
    Nov 6, 2022
    9
    Star Ocean The Divine Force is a game that modernizes the series without losing its early JRPG charm. Loveable characters and a fantasticStar Ocean The Divine Force is a game that modernizes the series without losing its early JRPG charm. Loveable characters and a fantastic battle system are the main selling point here. Each of the party members you recruit play differently while still being fun. The story is PS2 golden age JRPG bliss. The PS4 version has some issue with framerate and performance but beyond that it is a great return to form for a time when these kinds of games were king.… Full Review »
  2. PersonAHAHAH
    Nov 5, 2022
    10
    Great game I really loved it.
    the +
    - battle system - script - lifetime - we want to play the other opuses of the saga The lessers -    Great game I really loved it.
    the +
    - battle system
    - script
    - lifetime
    - we want to play the other opuses of the saga

    The lessers
    - a little aliasing (but it's not annoying)
    -drops in fps (but it's not annoying either)

    I highly recommend this game if you are curious, it is available on PS4/PS5, XBOX one/ serie XS & PC on steam    … Full Review »
  3. KovyPell
    Mar 10, 2023
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. My favorite Star Ocean title up until now has been Til the End of Time. It still is. Something about that game, when I first played it I couldn't put it down. Probably played it all the way through (with lots of grinding) at least 5 times. It was a lot easier to straight up miss out on things, which encouraged exploration (just to get the crafting boosters if nothing else) and replays.

    I have not yet finished Divine Force, but I've spent enough time with it to say that it seems to capture the spirit of TTEOT better than the prior titles. I was mad at Star Ocean for a bit, but this game has cooled my temper and brought those fond sounds back into my life. Like when you push a button, for anything. I love the Star Ocean button sound. *stares off for long time*

    Oh, forgive me, my mind started wandering....what's that? I missed an important part of this cutscene I think, I'll figure it out during the next one. This is not how I should feel. I should be wanting to reset the game, the graphics are really very nice. The fuzzy bunnies are a good example of how they gussied up a bit. *SPOILERS AHEAD*

    The plot just won't take. Albaird's arm is the most interesting thing going on. I can't seem to get off this planet, but I think I might be about to? I just want to fly or sprint to where the map marker is. Even though I enjoy playing, I don't feel that the combat is anything but pressing buttons and making crazy things happen. I know, I know, they all do that but there was just something satisfying in my old favorite. The skills themselves were cooler too.

    It's missing characters like Albel. Cliff. Just goofy, but just cool enough to make the party interesting. What I think is important to note, is that I haven't finished the game and I'm catching myself just limping to the finish. I'm not even paying attention to what's actually going on most of the time. I can see myself trying this one again one day, but I won't be playing it again right away like my favorite games.

    It sits in a weird spot. All I've done is talk about how it doesn't stand up to my favorite in the series, yet here I am enjoying myself, Just not as fully as I would hope with a game like this. Same thing happened with FF7R. Nothing wrong with it. Beautiful game. Just....wish they did things just a bit differently, and I'm not even sure how.

    Oh and Welch is a real pip in this one, You'll love her nonsense.    … Full Review »
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