I personally didn't like it. The entire first disc has absolutely nothing to do with the main storyline. It's like disc one and two are two completely different games. The story itself isn't even that good, with only one real twist. In fact, the dungeons aren't even that fun. There is one dungeon where you literally take five hours trying to get through it, while needing gamefaqs by your side the entire time.
If you want to buy a good RPG for twenty bucks, go buy Xenogears. It's much, much better.
Star Ocean Rating: 2 (Below Average)