Star Ocean: The Divine Force is an upcoming action role-playing Game developed by Square Enix, tri-Ace and published by Square Enix. The Game is set to release in 2022 and will be available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles.

The product is the fifth entry in the Star Ocean series and follows the story of a young woman named Relia, who possesses the power of divine force. The Video Game's storyline takes place two years after the events of Star Ocean: Integrity and Faithlessness and features new and returning characters from the series.

Gameplay

The Divine Force is similar to its predecessors, featuring real-time combat and a large open world to explore. It allows players to switch between characters during battles and provides a diverse range of weapons and abilities for each character. Additionally, players can craft and upgrade weapons and equipment to enhance their combat effectiveness.

Story

The Game takes place in the year SD 1158, two years after the events of Star Ocean: Integrity and Faithlessness. The universe is in chaos as an unknown force known as the "Divine Force" has started tearing apart the fabric of reality. The player takes on the role of a young hero named Fidel Camuze, who must embark on a journey to find the cause of this cataclysmic event and end it before it's too late. Along the way, Fidel will meet a cast of old and new characters who will join him on his Quest.

Key Features

• Star Ocean: The Divine Force features real-time combat, emphasising combos and aerial combat. Players can switch between characters on the fly and coordinate attacks to take down even the most formidable enemies.
• Seamless exploration: The Game features an open-world environment with no loading screens. Players can explore the world freely and discover hidden treasures, side quests, and dungeons.
• Crafting system: The Game features a robust crafting system that allows players to create weapons, armour, and items using materials they gather worldwide.
• Private Actions: Private Actions are a series staple that returns in The Divine Force. During downtime, these are optional events between characters that can affect the story and character relationships.
• Multiple endings: The Game features various conclusions based on the player's choices throughout the Game. These endings can drastically change the story's outcome and the characters' fates.
• Star Ocean universe: The Game takes place in the same universe as previous Star Ocean games and references past events and characters. Fans of the series will be able to discover new lore and connections to the earlier games.

With its real-time combat, open-world exploration, and multiple endings, it promises to offer a unique and engaging experience for both newcomers and fans of the series.