The sixth installment in the Star Ocean series, Star Ocean: The Divine Force arrives October 27, 2022, featuring dual protagonists and an array of playable characters. The pressure on Square Enix's Star Ocean: The Divine Force's characters and gameplay to be a success is high after the previous installment in the series, Integrity and Faithlessness, was received poorly by critics and audiences alike, quickly becoming the lowest-rated title in the series.

The Star Ocean series has played a prominent role in the action-RPG genre since the release of the series' first game in 1996. In addition to the six titles in the Star Ocean main series, five of which were officially released outside of Japan, the franchise has spawned spin-off games for mobile devices and the Game Boy Color handheld console. As well as video games, the sci-fi Star Ocean franchise spawned a manga series based on Star Ocean: The Second Story, which was later adapted into an anime series called Star Ocean EX.

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Star Ocean: The Divine Force is the first game in the series to feature dual protagonists, Raymond Lawrence and Laeticia Aucerius. Players will have to select a main character, with Raymond and Laeticia each offering a unique perspective. Additionally, depending on which protagonist the player chooses, it will determine which other playable characters will join the player's party. Here are all the playable characters currently confirmed for Star Ocean: The Divine Force.

Star Ocean: The Divine Force Protagonist - Raymond Lawrence

Raymond Lawrence is one of two playable protagonists in Star Ocean: The Divine Force.

Raymond Lawrence is one of two main playable characters in Star Ocean: The Divine Force. Raymond is the captain of the starship Ydas, though he is quickly separated from his beloved vessel and its crew before meeting the game's other main character, Laeticia Aucerius. Star Ocean: The Divine Force players who choose Raymond as their main character will benefit from his scientific know-how and advanced tech skills. In terms of gameplay, Raymond wields a greatsword, used to deal powerful damage to opponents.

Star Ocean: The Divine Force Protagonist - Laeticia Aucerius

The Divine Force is in the middle of the Star Ocean timeline.

Laeticia Aucerius is the other main character in Star Ocean: The Divine Force that players can choose from. Unlike Raymond whose focus is on science and technology, Laeticia leans into the Star Ocean's immersive fantasy RPG elements. Crown princess of the Kingdom of Aucerius on the planet of Aster IV, Laeticia is accompanied by the knight Albaird Bergholm, another of The Divine Force's playable characters.

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When choosing between Laeticia and Raymond as the main character in Star Ocean: The Divine Force, players should take the characters' weapons and playstyles into account. Laeticia's weapon of choice is a pair of blades, which offer a faster attack speed over Raymond's slow-moving greatsword, instead delivering attacks through quick flurries.

Star Ocean: The Divine Force Characters - Albaird Bergholm

Albaird Bergholm is a knight serving Laeticia in Star Ocean: The Divine Force.

Albaird Bergholm is a playable side character in Star Ocean: The Divine Force. A dutiful knight who serves the Kingdom of Aucerius and its crown princess, Laeticia Aucerius, Albaird is suspicious of Raymond upon meeting him on Aster IV. Albaird's weapon of choice is chakram, a traditional throwing weapon from India that appears widely throughout popular media, notably as the impactful signature weapon of Xena: Warrior Princess. Albaird is a proficient semiomancer, resulting in a playstyle consisting of ranged attacks using magic and the chakram interchangeably.

Star Ocean: The Divine Force Characters - Elena

Elena is Raymond's first officer in Star Ocean: The Divine Force.

Elena is a playable character in Star Ocean: The Divine Force, and is the first officer of Raymond Lawrence's ship, Ydas. Elena acts as Raymond's second-in-command and the two are loyal friends. Elena has one of the most interesting playstyles out of Star Ocean: The Divine Force's playable characters. Rather than wielding a single weapon, Elena has the ability to switch between different special weapons. Elena's arsenal consists of a wide range of special weapons including spears, scythes, and whips like Sabrina's in Pokémon Red and Blue.

Star Ocean: The Divine Force Characters - Nina Deforges

Nina Deforges is Star Ocean: The Divine Force's healing character.

Another playable character in Star Ocean: The Divine Force is Nina Deforges. Hailing from Delryk Village on Aster IV, Nina is a physician's assistant training in iatrimancy, healing magic. Through the art of iatrimancy, Nina hopes to find a cure for the deadly disease that killed her father.

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As Star Ocean: The Divine Force's primary healer, Nina's playstyle revolves around keeping the other members of the party alive. Though her primary focus is healing, not dealing damage, Nina does have a melee weapon. Nina's weapon is an unusual choice, as she appears to wield a handbell.

Star Ocean: The Divine Force Characters - Midas Felgreed

Midas Felgreed can join the player's party in Star Ocean: The Divine Force.

Midas Felgreed in Star Ocean: The Divine Force also hails from the planet Aster IV. An engineer by trade, Midas held a position of power in the Kingdom of Aucerius until he was banished. A brilliant engineer that adds a steampunk twist to the fantasy RPG, Midas' pursuit of knowledge often disregarded laws and ethics, landing him in hot water and leading to his exile. As a semiomancer, Midas uses symbology spells to attack enemies. Though these spells cause immense damage, they take a long time to cast. As well as wielding magic, Midas uses a cane as a weapon.

Star Ocean: The Divine Force Characters - Malkya Trathen

Malkya Trathen is one of the playable characters in Star Ocean: The Divine Force.

Malkya Trathen is the final confirmed playable character for Star Ocean: The Divine Force. The Leader of the Trathen people of Nihlbeth, Malkya is an ally to Laeticia Aucerius, eager to assist her in her cause. The Trathen race possess the ability to shape-shift, taking many forms and extending their limbs at will like a video game version of Fantastic Four's Mr. Fantastic. Trathen can use their extended limbs to whip opponents, dealing damage. Additionally, Malkya uses brass knuckles, matched to her gilded golden armor.

The highly-anticipated next installment in the Star Ocean series, Star Ocean: The Divine Force is due to be released on October 27, 2022. At launch, The Divine Force will be available on Windows and PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S consoles. Players will have to choose between the game's two main protagonists, dual blade-wielding princess Laeticia Aucerius or captain of the Ydas, Raymond Lawrence.