In essence, Sea of Stars strikes a harmonious balance between honoring its classic RPG roots and charting its own unique course in the genre.
Sea of Stars Review
Upon first glance, I couldn't help but revisit a classic RPG, Chrono Trigger, to ensure I wasn't imagining the striking similarities between it and Sea of Stars. While this new game embraces its old-school roots, it doesn't quite delve into the extensive time-traveling and globe-trotting realms of its clear inspiration. However, its seafaring adventure offers a plethora of twists and turns, providing a solid 30 hours of linear exploration. Character-driven narratives, often infused with humor, culminate in unexpected revelations that infuse the story with gravitas and offer a compelling backdrop for its visually captivating and mechanically engaging boss battles. Nevertheless, Sea of Stars does exhibit some limitations in its combat mechanics, and its 16-bit graphics cater primarily to nostalgia rather than groundbreaking visual spectacles. At first blush, the title "Sea of Stars" might lead you to assume it's a mere replica of its predecessors. The initial mo…
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