Vyse The Legend
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It was a store in Brooklyn, but they stopped once the Internet started calling them non-stop.
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Playstation Vita western launch thread | It only does everything, everywhere.
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It was a store in Brooklyn, but they stopped once the Internet started calling them non-stop.
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darkside31337
Tomodachi wa Mahou
I can't even tell if they're trolling at this point with that shit. Ad-Hoc does not count as multiplayer. Sorry Sony.
lazybones18
Banned
No online for Army Corps? Does Square or Sony not want this game to sell or something?
LiquidMetal14
hide your water-based mammals
It does when it works flawlessly. I don't care as long as that option is there. I didn't read or watch the link but are they implying that ad hoc party works with the game?
Takamura-San
Member
Any store selling just the games in the city?
I had no idea the game even had a multiplayer mode.
la flama blanca
Banned
anyone know if gamestops have em in early?
Hey,
I've both of them and from my point of view I would pick the green one over blue anytime because it's supposed to be a combination of glossy and a bit more resistant to fingerprints. I wouldn't want to sacrifice screen quality over less fingerprints. Only downside from what I heard, they're harder to put on compared to red/blue.
Personally can't decide between red and green but I'm leaning more towards to the red hori protector because it seems to be at least noticeable.
DarkSoul520
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Damn, I just realized that the Vita is the first piece of hardware I have ever gotten on launch day. Every other piece of hardware I'd usually wait 2 weeks or at least a month.
when does the US/EU PSN store update compared to the Vita launch date? Will they do a one-off update to put the Vita games up?
I'm slightly concerned by the lack of early edition pack for Europe. All of my PSP/PSone content is under my UK account so I'll have to switch to using that on my Vita. But I want to be able to start enjoying the PSP games (and Vita) ASAP - will it update a week earlier for US?
I'm slightly concerned by the lack of early edition pack for Europe. All of my PSP/PSone content is under my UK account so I'll have to switch to using that on my Vita. But I want to be able to start enjoying the PSP games (and Vita) ASAP - will it update a week earlier for US?
BFIB
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My local GameStops have the starter kit in stock, and the 4GB memory card. The salesman said they should be getting their first shipment of games today or tomorrow, and will go ahead and put them on the shelf, and allow preorders to be picked up.
Asked about the system possibly being available early, and he was told by their DM that they are under strong advisement by Sony to not release the system early.
Asked about the system possibly being available early, and he was told by their DM that they are under strong advisement by Sony to not release the system early.
madmaxx350
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It'll be updated the day before launch on the 14th.
MiloFoxburr
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The site says you do but my order doesn't contain it. I had an order on Amazon.de and the Pre-order box was separate but cancelled that because it worked out more expensive than the French order. I assume it'll just come with the Vita Console.
LiquidMetal14
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I know they have the accessories already on sell hence why I'm getting it today
On sell already? WHAT A SELL!
Takamura-San
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State?
BFIB
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St. Louis here.
mescalineeyes
Banned
Our office just got 3 of these things.
Just got done playing WipEout, Uncharted and Gravity Daze.
Apart from Gravity, which is actually awesome, "embarassing" is what best describes this console.
If I have the time I will probably elaborate further, but let's just say that PlayStation 1-era fire in a Sub-HD game to begin with is unacceptable.
Just got done playing WipEout, Uncharted and Gravity Daze.
Apart from Gravity, which is actually awesome, "embarassing" is what best describes this console.
If I have the time I will probably elaborate further, but let's just say that PlayStation 1-era fire in a Sub-HD game to begin with is unacceptable.
Thanks you.
You think the Vita hardware is 'embarassing'?
It would be safe to say that you should elaborate on that, instead of just throwing these blanket statements around. It might be considered trolling.
'PlayStation 1-era fire in a Sub-HD game'... ok. I don't care for Uncharted: GA myself, but calling the hardware embarassing because a launch game runs in sub-native resolution and has shoddy fire effects... well... okay.
It might be embarassing to you, but I would argue there is no better portable hardware out there that is capable of delivering an experience like Gravity Daze. Visually and gameplay-wise.
I must admit that I'm quite pleased Sony avoided using a Pentile matrix for the display. I was actually a tad concerned that they would go this route as it makes economical sense but the draw-backs are too severe and have a pretty significant impact on image quality.
I'm kind of surprised people put up with this type of display, to be honest. It looks awful.
I'm kind of surprised people put up with this type of display, to be honest. It looks awful.
WHAT?
Care to elaborate a bit more?
Not only on the final statement, but also on Gravity...
Thanks!
BFIB
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Agreed, I thought this would be their route as well. To have an OLED screen for the handheld is amazing. I can't wait to see Netflix on this.
Saying that bad looking fire (I'm assuming you're referring to Uncharted) is such a huge issue that above any other criticism that's what you single out...Don't be surprised if you get a backlash to your opinion.
I've only recently heard this mentioned a lot in smartphone threads etc. whats so bad about it?
I remember him from the Heavy Rain thread if I recall. Hes always very very heavy on the hyperbole.
Sorry man, but it's true!
In this case I think it's completely logical to judge an entire system off of some effects in a launch game, right? I mean after Genji I tossed my PS3 away.
What a garbage system.
nincompoop
Banned
I think he's saying that Uncharted looks worse than this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=-zg81cuHBE8#t=27s
That's what my local US GameStop said too. I am in NorCal.
I loved the fire in UC:GA. At first I was a little 'oh, spritey fire, thats a bit meh', but then all hell broke loose and I got swept away with things. In isolation its a bit plain, but when used in the volumes it is, in the situation it is, it works really well IMO.
chaosblade
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There might be better articles, but this one shows the difference pretty well.
http://www.tested.com/news/pentile-vs-real-stripe-amoled-displays-whats-different/1868/
I don't see any indication on the Amazon UK offering of whether we're getting the matte or gloss version, thinking I might cancel for now if the matte distorts the screen at all. Ideally though I'd like to apply the protector immediately after I remove the protective coating from the Vita (I'm assuming there is one).
thehypocrite
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Please don't hold back, elaborate on your impressions.
Check www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com.
You'll find them there as SEN widgets/apps. Some have already made it to PS3 but I supposed they will just show up eventually on Vita.
You're right: I don't believe you. Not that I think you're a liar, but it'a difficult to believe in something without substantial proof.
Never saw this game informer info. People would be all over it if this was true.
But if you end being right, more power to Sony. It's a nice addition to the list of impressive things Vita can do.
mescalineeyes
Banned
because heavy rain resembled a "game" that was good in any way, shape or form? If anything, you should probably take a good hard look at yourself if you thought it was.
(props on that PJM avatar, though, I adore that game)
As in embarassing, no, the hardware is not embarassing. The hardware itself is an amazingly well built and polished piece of kit that should probably leave you drooling all the way until the white one comes out, which is going to look even more amazing, no complaints there.
The innards are obviously impressive, and I mean, we are speaking about the launch line-up here.
Gravity Daze, albeit fairly short on the demo side, already shows that if developers actually realize what platform they are developing for, will probably make amazing games for this thing. The mechanics work really well, the graphics are well suited and stylish. I really enjoyed it. I can't wait to try out the full version?
Wipeout 2048? I don't really like it. It feels sluggish, (the default controls, which thankfully can be changed, are a joke [no L/R-airbrakes by default), the tracks feel far too busy and the 30fps really shows.
Uncharted mad me fairly mad. I was a huge fan of Uncharted 1 and 2 but GA is just a sluggish, ugly mess. I mean keep in mind I only played the demo, but everything about it felt very lacking compared to what you're used to from the ND games... part of it might be due to franchise fatigue on my part, since I already thought UC3 was one too many game sticking to the existing formula.
I also found the sub-hd graphics to be fairly distracting and well, the fire effects are REALLY bad. Also, the input lag feels horrendous, but that might be due to the stiff buttons?
The OS is pretty damn awful looking but generally feels very responsive. The multitasking actually looks pretty cool and is fairly intuitive.
I don't wanna rain on anyone's parade but I really didn't like it. I hope those of you that are looking forward to it will get more out of it.
I am not holding back, it's just that I have work to do -- I did spend 1 hour of it playing around with the VITA -- but I felt I would do GAF a disservice if I left a vitriol filled statement without a follow up.
LiquidMetal14
hide your water-based mammals
Just make sure to mention 5 bad things and 1 good thing lol
The last thing I'm thinking about is "PS1 era" fire. I guess someone hasn't been playing current gen console games that much.
Good thing my eyes don't agree with yours mescalin. Your opinions are normally wrong as it is. They're just that, opinions.
The last thing I'm thinking about is "PS1 era" fire. I guess someone hasn't been playing current gen console games that much.
Good thing my eyes don't agree with yours mescalin. Your opinions are normally wrong as it is. They're just that, opinions.
Takamura-San
Member
All signs point that Uncharted GA was pretty much rushed to launch in Japan.
Basing the hardware overalll capabilities on a launch game?
Sounds premature.
Basing the hardware overalll capabilities on a launch game?
Sounds premature.
madmaxx350
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So from what I read you played the same Demos that are loaded in the Gamestop stands then. Oh ok, I played them too and our opinions vary.
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