Yeah I saw that it was out of stock =/ and the Best Hits version is only ~37 AUD but that's coming out in Sept. Thanks for the info.
How much was the US version? I see someone selling the US version on Ebay for $60 which I might just grab instead.
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Vita PSN Game & Service Thread | July 2013 | Slow Month, Fast Games
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Yeah I saw that it was out of stock =/ and the Best Hits version is only ~37 AUD but that's coming out in Sept. Thanks for the info.
How much was the US version? I see someone selling the US version on Ebay for $60 which I might just grab instead.
DarkLordMalik
Member
Is it better to let PS+ auto renew or is it better to just extend the membership by purchasing?
If i purchase 3 month subscription and auto renewal is set to on, will i get charged 18 dollar for the next 3 months, if i have at least the required amount in wallet?
If i purchase 3 month subscription and auto renewal is set to on, will i get charged 18 dollar for the next 3 months, if i have at least the required amount in wallet?
darkjedi187
Member
I've noticed lately my vita is really slow to install and delete games. Has anyone had the same thing? I was thinking about wiping it and reinstalling everything.
michaelius
Banned
It's better to buy code somewhere since they are typically cheaper than standard price on PSN - only buy on PSN when Sony has sale on PSN+ subs
It was ~$50 AUD at the time including shipping.
Interesting. Still in stock as well, and the price is slightly cheaper than the eBay option you were considering.
Oooh that sounds good too.
Thanks guys! I think I'll get the Korean version, I trust PlayAsia more than Ebay sellers anyway.
You can't blame them? How much RAM did they assume the OS was going to take? Or, in fact, how much do the majority in that thread even KNOW about RAM or OS? I'd wager very little - but that's also a huge assumption that the OS footprint won't change.
When Sony announced 8gb RAM did they all really think that would be 8gb dedicated towards games? That doesn't even make sense - no sympathy for people who set themselves up like that.
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=73006491&postcount=2061
Interesting
DarkLordMalik
Member
Well i am talking about 3 months here and i doubt if they are cheaper elsewhere. My subscription will expire tomorrow. I have only got bucks for 3 months for now.
OverBlood 3
Banned
I had a faint but annoying little scratch on my screen and I solved the issue by putting a screen protector on. The scratch is invisible now and the screen looks brand new.
I used the hori licensed screen protector and it's worth it. You can't tell there's one on there. I will say make sure you take time to remove any bits of dust or fibers before placing the screen protector on. Maybe don't use the 'cloth' provided.
Hot shots tennis was amazing It would been killer if it had online.
QUOTE=Totobeni;73180386]Can't blame anyone in that thread really, it's very disappointing news that we'll be stuck with only 5GB for the next 7 or 8 years (this will hold down PC games as well because consoles are lead platform) and Sony were misleading everyone, Sony made a questionable decisions on Vita as well ( the GPU/Wi-fi huge bottleneck that just Add Water developer mentioned).[/QUOTE]
Got a link on that?
QUOTE=Totobeni;73180386]Can't blame anyone in that thread really, it's very disappointing news that we'll be stuck with only 5GB for the next 7 or 8 years (this will hold down PC games as well because consoles are lead platform) and Sony were misleading everyone, Sony made a questionable decisions on Vita as well ( the GPU/Wi-fi huge bottleneck that just Add Water developer mentioned).[/QUOTE]
Got a link on that?
Canis lupus
Member
SUPER BRAG POST
[[/IMG]
Almost got 100 stars for that stupid trophy.
grats. The one where you have to wait real world time to get trophies right? It sucks indeed.
From Digital Foundry's Oddworld article: http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/digitalfoundry-oddworld-vs-playstation-vita
I'm pretty familiar with the trick of using a screen protector to hide scratches, but I just don't like the feel of them. Sure, I am paying by actually wearing down the screen itself, but as I said, the micro-scratches are only visible under a really bright light (my desk lamp) at a certain angle.
BlackLagoon
Member
Well, the best way is to wait for a sale (tends to happen a few times each year) and buy a years subscription then, though obviously that's not feasible for everyone.
How cheap do they get then? 1 year is 43 on eBay here in Germany.
DarkLordMalik
Member
Thanks. I am new to PS+(Got it in May) and i never saw any sale during this period. But i will keep an eye out for any such deals now.
Interesting read! Toto, how is giving developers the option to boost the GPU by disabling wifi an odd decision? Not all games and especially portable games, will need it :S It would be a lazy effort if they didn't offer that. If devs/publishers were going to make a decision that affects the value/content of the game (mp modes) they wouldn't do it based on some graphical boost in sp, they'd do it for the cost efficiency/interest in it. Although they didn't mention that it was a 1000% boost and I assume it's not at all.
I wouldn't worry about the RAM at all, in fact I was kinda worried it would just lead to lazy ports. The CPU and GPU weren't pushed up like the ram was so we wouldn't have really benefited from seeing too many new things, it was just overkill - it's already GDDR5. I am optimistic about what it means for the OS though!
Thanks and its pretty funny that VLR turns off Wifi too.
I wonder if a developer can make them increase clock speed like when R@D did with PSP.
Vicetrailia
Member
Hey guys,
I think that I want a vita to largely pick up and play here and there. I want a sports game, and an action or RPG game that I can play over time. I'm looking at Dragons Crown, Muarasama and Fifa 12 and Virtua Tennis. Any other recommendations?
Despite its amazing quality, I don't think that i'll get through Persona on a here and there basis.
Now, where can I get a cheap Vita?
I think that I want a vita to largely pick up and play here and there. I want a sports game, and an action or RPG game that I can play over time. I'm looking at Dragons Crown, Muarasama and Fifa 12 and Virtua Tennis. Any other recommendations?
Despite its amazing quality, I don't think that i'll get through Persona on a here and there basis.
Now, where can I get a cheap Vita?
after 16 years, i'm finally getting around to play Castlevania: Symphony of the Night
thanks Vita!
i like using my Vita as a pick up n play device. If you're getting Dragon's Crown, I'd probably skip Muramasa. It's a great looking game, but it's a little boring. I'd maybe replace it with Hot Shots Golf.
As for RPGs, Persona is pretty solid but it's daunting. Maybe play a PSX classic like Final Fantasy IX?
thanks Vita!
i like using my Vita as a pick up n play device. If you're getting Dragon's Crown, I'd probably skip Muramasa. It's a great looking game, but it's a little boring. I'd maybe replace it with Hot Shots Golf.
As for RPGs, Persona is pretty solid but it's daunting. Maybe play a PSX classic like Final Fantasy IX?
Thanks to Vita being very pick up and play you can literally get through 5 minutes of Personna a day if that's what suits you.
Also buy Fifa Soccer, should be cheaper and the new one is just a roster upgrade.
Hi murgo I PM'd you a UK little big planet vita online pass but not sure if it will work but you can try anyway as I'm not going to need it
The big problem for Vita is every game uses online will have to get "cuts" in a way or another that the bottleneck here, KZM for an example while looking absolutely amazing is still under this limitations now imagine what if Vita is able to have full GPU power with wifi on(and I think this is why NFSMW first screens looked better than the final version), it's just another weird decision from Sony that "limit" their system potential... with Vita GPU wifi thingy and PS4 RAM news it's like Kutaragi never left
BlackLagoon
Member
IIRC they tend to be either 15 months for the price of 12, or a 25% discount.
It looks I bought my current subscription September last year, though I think there was another sale around Christmas. (I have a Euro account, it may be different in the US.)
The big problem for Vita is every game uses online will have to get "cuts" in a way or another that the bottleneck here, KZM for an example while looking absolutely amazing is still under this limitations now imagine what if Vita is able to have full GPU power with wifi on(and I think this is why NFSMW first screens looked better than the final version), it's just another weird decision from Sony that "limit" their system potential... with Vita GPU wifi thingy and PS4 RAM news it's like Kutaragi never left
You can't reverse the law of physics, though. If they can use GPU full speed AND wifi at the same time without killing your battery then they surely would let you.
(There were some rumor that if you do everything in full-force then battery doesn't even last for 1 hour). So, the clock speed of GPU currently is not hindered, but at its maximum if you consider the battery life. The margin of higher clock speed is optional.
The question is, then, why did Sony implement the GPU with higher clock speed capability, even though they knew the current industry's standard battery can't support it? I think they did it for future die-size shrinks, or battery technology improvement. They are "reserving" the margin of GPU clocks to benefit from the industry standard's improvement.
Puzzle & Dragons
and a bit of Muramasa Rebirth.
Im playing Stealth Inc currently, but im probably going to switch over to Machinarium for abit as I need to get around to finishing that. Stealth has been pretty hard to stop playing though. I cant imagine how im going to get anything done once games like Terraria, Spelunky, and Rainbow moon hit.
Been considering buying Dokuro, but im still not sure I want to buy it.
Finishing upon disc 2 of Final Fantasy 9. Can't wait to be done with that so I can start Persona 4.
CaptainTiptop
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Gladiator Begins. Every day.
The big problem for Vita is every game uses online will have to get "cuts" in a way or another that the bottleneck here, KZM for an example while looking absolutely amazing is still under this limitations now imagine what if Vita is able to have full GPU power with wifi on(and I think this is why NFSMW first screens looked better than the final version), it's just another weird decision from Sony that "limit" their system potential... with Vita GPU wifi thingy and PS4 RAM news it's like Kutaragi never left
It's all about balance though, our CPU is gimped because the battery would be rinsed and maybe the device overheat. Having the option to turn it off and on to your liking gives you more flexibility over the limitations, it doesn't introduce more...
They never even complained about it:
Why would you not give them the opportunity to max a game. Would you rather they shipped Vitas with no online mode? That's the alternative I'm seeing...as opposed to obviously better parts. But it's not like the biggest thing holding the Vita back is the lack of power.
Pretty sure Killzone will have online.
Freedom = $1.05
Banned
You can't go past the speed the CPU can run at (with the exception being overclocking CPUs/gpus on a PC, where you can control the cooling situation). In the case of the psp, it was originally limited to 222mhz (possibly to conserve battery life) but the machine was always capable of 333mhz. Sony allowed for the use of the full CPU later, when the newer models had better battery life. But, if you had custom firmware before then, you could make games run @ 333mhz. It was kinda awesome, really.
megaspiderweb
Banned
Holy deary, i just checked my PSN, i got some adds from Gaf here but for some reason when i tried to accept the adds, they all disappeared, i duno wassup with PSN, i think i got two people so far, please feel free to re-add me just incase.
PSN: tosyn_88
PSN: tosyn_88
NinjamicWZ
Banned
I didn't finish it yet, and it's not nearly in the same league as the top-shelf Steam indies we've been getting this last year, but it's a fun puzzle platformer. What I like about it, is that it has a kind of Ghosts N Goblins feel to the music and presentation. The chalk, character artstyle and sound is very nice... but the game is almost entirely horizontal in room progression and feels very unambitious and amateurish because of it. If the background and stage art had as much care put into it as the characters, I would consider it a better package, but as it stands it's very plain and monotonous.
Still, I bought a physical JPN copy of the game to replace my digital download, as an indulgance, since it has English language options... however, it's got Mega Man Gamecube reversi syndrome, because cross is cancel and circle is confirm.
The PS+ sale price awhile back would have been an ideal time to try, but I wouldn't recommend it at the normal going rate if you've got a backlog of games to play.
Hi murgo I PM'd you a UK little big planet vita online pass but not sure if it will work but you can try anyway as I'm not going to need it
So much awesomeness <3 Will put it to good use! Thanks again!
Currently playing Persona 4. I should get some learning done for my upcoming exams, but solving weird murders is quite a bit more fun
I just got my plat for Gravity Rush. Now I can delete it to make room for the Escape Plan update, and then going to water some plants in PvZ.
goddammitwalter
Neo Member
Does anyone know how long will this P4G sale go on in the US store. I'm getting my paycheck in 1 week and i really dont wanna miss the sale...
Surprise your not playing God Eater its really acting for a demo I've already beaten.
today's agenda: hot water bottle, couch, dog, Netflix & Castlevania: Symphony of the Night
Dorimukyasuto
Member
At one point the PSP was hackable through a .tiff file. This was back when the PSP was on like firmware 2.6 though, sooo I think Sony has long since blocked that.
I'm too lazy to go through the whole account switching process again.
I really need to get on that - been playing Shadowrun Returns all day though
Muramasa. I just defeated Momohime's third boss on fury. His unblockable attacks were a pain but I figured out that they only trigger after doing two consecutive 4 hit combos, and you can simply jump behind him to avoid it and combo some more. Then when his sword breaks, you can get him in the air and do three aerial combos.
For those who don't think they can even handle fury mode, just give it a try. It seems more intimidating than it really is. I'm actually having more fun on fury mode than legend mode, to be honest. I thought I would never be able to do it, and it does suck having to die 20 times to learn a boss's pattern, but whatever? I usually spend 15 minutes between bosses anyway, so my whole fury experience so far is just hopping from boss to boss, learning their pattern, then kicking their butt. It's good fun. Much better than spamming the attack button on legend and changing swords whenever it breaks.
If I had the extra dosh, I'd pick that up and use it for my JP account.
Switching accounts is such a pain on the Vita.
The store updates on Tuesday, although I don't think it's been announced whether the sale is only one week or not. To be safe, I'd suggest getting it early, if possible.
The music is sooooo worth it. Also nana too.
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