Star Ocean The Second Story R demo now playable via web browser

Star Ocean The Second Story R launched for Switch just over a month ago, and it released to all sorts of critical acclaim. That same day, Square Enix also released a demo for the game on the Switch eShop. Fast-forward to today, and you now have yet another way to give the game a go.

Square Enix has officially released the Star Ocean The Second Story R demo via web browser. You can access the demo on any device with a web browser, as the demo is accessed via cloud streaming. Again, you can hop on your Switch right now and download the demo, but if you want to hop right in from your phone or computer, you can do so through this link.

Brought to life with a unique 2.5D aesthetic, which fuses 2D pixel characters and 3D environments, Star Ocean The Second Story R includes everything that made the original release so great while adding new elements too! Experience new battle mechanics, full Japanese and English voice overs, original and re-arranged music, fast-travel and so much more! Discover the definitive version of a classic but modernized JRPG that’s perfect for newcomers and long-time fans alike.