The year is SD 10. In the aftermath of World War III, humanity voyages into the stars in search of a new home ... and a second chance, in the continuation of the classic Star Ocean series of games, STAR OCEAN® : THE LAST HOPE™.

• Series prequel: STAR OCEAN: THE LAST HOPE is a prequel in the classic series, combining sci-fi and fantasy elements, spanning multiple planets and the vastness of space itself to recount the origins of the Star Ocean universe.
• Exciting battles: Exhilarating combat expands upon the franchise's famous real-time battle system, including the amazing graphics and visual effects only possible on Xbox 360®.
• Compelling scenes: The game features breathtaking CG movies by Visual Works, the cutting-edge studio whose previous work includes cutscenes for the acclaimed Final Fantasy RPG series.