Sea of Stars is a breathtaking love letter to the golden era of 90s JRPGs, yet it manages to feel entirely modern. It’s rare to find a game that captures the soul of classics like Chrono Trigger or Super Mario RPG while polishing away the clunky mechanics of the past. The turn-based combat is a highlight, featuring a 'timed hit' mechanic that keeps you engaged in every single attack and defense. It turns the traditional 'grind' into a rhythmic dance that feels rewarding every time you land a perfect strike.
The pixel art is arguably some of the best ever produced for the medium, with a dynamic lighting system that makes the world feel vibrant and alive as day transitions to night. But beyond the visuals, it’s the heart of the story that sticks with you. The journey of the Solstice Warriors is filled with genuine wonder, high stakes, and a surprisingly emotional core. It doesn't rely on nostalgia alone; it builds its own legacy. For anyone who craves an epic adventure with a masterful soundtrack and deep, rewarding gameplay, Sea of Stars is a masterpiece.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 0Wed Dec 31 1969
Coming Soon · Expected Apr 7, 2026 · $8.99
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Promising the Sabotage touch in every system, Sea of Stars aims to modernize the classic RPG formula in terms of turn-based combat, storytelling, exploration and interactions with the environment, while still offering a hearty slice of nostalgia and good old, simple fun.
It tells the story of two Children of the Solstice who will combine the powers of the sun and moon to perform Eclipse Magic, the only force capable of fending off the monstrous creations of the evil alchemist known as The Fleshmancer.
Traverse seamlessly through the world with a navigation system that breaks free from the classic bound-to-the-grid tileset movement and fight enemies in an immersive take on the genre; no random encounters, no transitions to separate battlefields, and no grinding.
FEATURES
- Engaging turn-based combat: Along with timed hits, combat features combo attacks, boosting, and a strategic "locks" system, all in an immersive take on the genre; no random encounters, no transitions to separate battlefields, and no grinding.
- Full-on dynamic lighting: Our custom-made render pipeline allows the creation of a breathtaking world coming to life by pushing the limits of 2D pixel-art games.
- A story-rich adventure: Sometimes epic, sometimes silly, and other times emotional, Sea of Stars does its RPG duty of exploring classic themes of adventure and friendship, while also being chock-full of the unexpected twists and events you’d expect from a Sabotage production.
- A world you can touch: Sailing, cooking, fishing, stopping by a tavern to listen to a song or play the infamous tabletop game known as "Wheels"... every system has been designed to deliver an experience that pays respect to retro classics, while rethinking in some areas to offer a smooth and modernized experience.
CAREFULLY REDESIGNED FOR MOBILE
- Revamped interface – exclusive mobile UI with complete touch control
- Game Center achievements
- Cloud Save – Share your progress between iOS devices
- Compatible with MFi controllers
- iPhone 16 Optimization (including Pro Max)
Important notice:
Due to limited RAM, the following devices may not provide a stable experience and the game may not run as smoothly as intended:
"iPhone Xr, iPhone SE (2nd Gen, 2020)
iPad Mini (5th Gen), iPad Air (3rd Gen), iPad (8th & 9th Gen)"
For the best experience, we do not recommend playing on these models.
Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. It tells the story of two Children of the Solstice who combine the powers of the sun and moon to perform Eclipse Magic, the only force capable of fending off the monstrous creations of the evil alchemist known as The Fleshmancer. Featuring engaging combat with timed hits and combo attacks, a vast world with seamless navigation, and a deep story filled with memorable characters, Sea of Stars is a modern take on a beloved genre.
Dynamic lighting and stunning pixel art
Engaging turn-based combat with no random encounters
Full freedom of movement (climbing, swimming, vaulting)
An epic score by legendary composer Yasunori Mitsuda
During combat, enemies will show 'locks' with specific damage icons. If you hit the enemy with those specific types of damage before their turn, you reduce their power or cancel their attack entirely. Planning your moves to break these locks is the key to victory.
2023's indie GOTY winner Sea of Stars has been officially announced to be coming to Android / iOS this April, being “carefully redesigned...
KitGuru - Tue Jan 27 2026
Playdigious has announced that the Sabotage Studio-developed RPG Sea of Stars will be released on mobile devices via iOS and Android on...
Noisy Pixel - Tue Jan 27 2026
Sabotage and Playdigious have revealed that the tandem will be bringing the amazing retro RPG, Sea of Stars to the mobile market for iOS and...
The Outerhaven - Tue Jan 27 2026
Publisher Playdigious announced that Sabotage Studio's turn-based RPG Sea of Stars is coming to mobile. The game will be released on iOS and...
RPGamer - Tue Jan 27 2026
Today, developer Sabotage Studio and porting studio Playdigious announced that their turn-based role-playing game 'Sea of Stars' will launch...
xboxera.com - Tue Jan 27 2026
Playdigious will release Sabotage Studio-developed RPG Sea of Stars for iOS and Android on April 7 for $9.99, the publisher announced.
Gematsu - Tue Jan 27 2026
Press the action button in sync with animations to increase damage dealt or reduce damage taken. This mechanic applies to almost every action in the game, making combat an active experience.
No, the game is balanced so that engaging with the enemies you encounter naturally will keep you at the perfect level for the story.