How many player will buy the "JP ver." of PSU

[Nika]

I just wanna know if there are a lot of player I can talk with in English ,I may buy JP ver first, since I can't wait anymore.

[AeraLure]

In my case, I am looking more and more certain to be importing the JP PSU to play offline until the US version comes out. Its then the US version I will be going online with.

[Rubesahl]

Like Aeralure, I'm mainly looking forward to importing for offline story mode. I'm thinking I'll also get online once I finish story mode and enjoy playing with the Japanese (plus fellow importers) for a while. Then when the US version comes out, I'll get online there first http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_razz.gif and await to see the crappy dub >:P

[AeraLure]

On 2006-07-23 08:48, Rubesahl wrote:
Then when the US version comes out, I'll get online there first http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_razz.gif and await to see the crappy dub >:P


Oh the horror. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_razz.gif

[Alisha]

im fucking sick of animephiles callign every dub a crappy dub.

[Nisshoku]

Personally, I find the US dubbing not bad at all. As for me, I'll probably have to wait until it hits stateside, myself.

[AeraLure]

On 2006-07-23 09:31, Alisha wrote:
im fucking sick of animephiles callign every dub a crappy dub.


I have never said every dub is a crappy dub. I give them a listen, even though that's usually only when there isnt a Japanese voice option. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif

Some US dubs are decent. True enough. Many are not. Let's just say I am not optimistic about having to use the dubs we're given for the US version in this case, but hey, happy to be surprised. I've never criticized anyone for preferring one vocal choice over the other though. If you by and large prefer the US dubs and are happy with them ~wonderful~. I kind of wish I could say the same but *shrugs*.

[Saner]

oh right...... as if Japanese voice acting is sooo 'perfect' in all games.
pu-leeease. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_rolleyes.gif

they have their bad voiceover histories too.

[AeraLure]

On 2006-07-23 10:29, Saner wrote:
oh right...... as if Japanese voice acting is sooo 'perfect' in all games.
pu-leeease. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_rolleyes.gif

they have their bad voiceover histories too.


Yeah. And where in what I posted did I say either "all" US dubs are bad OR all JP original voice acting is better? Depends in part on the game's style and in part of course on the quality of the cast. Granted I said "most" in each case, but not "all".

Pu-leeease indeed. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_rolleyes.gif

[mechatra]

Just to steer the conversation away from the Dub v.s. JP voicing arguement, since it always gets out of hand. Yus I will be on the JP version, hopefully see you there.

[Phaze37]

I'm thinking about importing the JP version for the offline game, but the problem is that I don't understand a word of japanese. If by some miracle they give the JP version the option for english text and subtitles then I will pick it up for sure. But having to constantly refer to a translation guide to navigate menus and to find out what just happened in that cutscene sounds like a real pain, and to me, not being able to understand what the characters are saying will really get in the way of me enjoying the story.

This is probably an extremely stupid question, but how do I play imported games legally on my PS2 anyways?

[Saner]

even with f.a.q. translations, the offline story doesnt feel very inviting not understanding their voiced words and stuff.

you miss out on A LOT of stuff, even things some people take for granted.

the only advantage of importing and not knowing the language, is playing it earlier, which hardly is half of what the game is.

[Flamingo99]

I'm patient. I'll wait for the US release.

[AeraLure]

On 2006-07-23 11:12, Phaze37 wrote:
This is probably an extremely stupid question, but how do I play imported games legally on my PS2 anyways?


Not a stupid question. Since I have been importing games for the better part of 10 years now, when I got a PS2 I simply got an import machine. That's certainly not the answer you're looking for I realize. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_razz.gif

[edit]

I changed my reply to also "Google" it. Just to be more forum PC, even though I dont think I mentioned anything out of the way.

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[Rubesahl]

On 2006-07-23 11:12, Phaze37 wrote:

This is probably an extremely stupid question, but how do I play imported games legally on my PS2 anyways?



Hhmm I would hold back from asking anything further. You aren't really 'supposed' to play games of another region in a US PS2 http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_razz.gif Which is quite stupid in my opinion -__-; I hate region separation. Anyways, there are ways but its not appropiate to say so in this forum. Google it up http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/anime1.gif

[AeraLure]

On 2006-07-23 11:17, Saner wrote:
even with f.a.q. translations, the offline story doesnt feel very inviting not understanding their voiced words and stuff.

you miss out on A LOT of stuff, even things some people take for granted.

the only advantage of importing and not knowing the language, is playing it earlier, which hardly is half of what the game is.


I disagree. Politely mind you lol. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_razz.gif

I dont feel you miss out on anywhere near half the game. The only thing you miss out on is some of the story. In all but the most complicated stories I have encountered while importing, you're able to get a good sense of what's going on even not knowing any Japanese. With a rudimentary FAQ in hand, or translations even, you then have a really good sense of the story but may then only be missing some of the exact dialog. The only reason I say that is I've also in some games followed it up by also then playing the US localized release.

You can either translate and memorize the menu options, learn them by trial and error, use a FAQ and/or learn some kanji and katakana, depending on what you like and how much importing you do. Its not for everyone. That is for sure. If you dont have a penchant for experimentation and/or Japanese and making that an additional layer of the game experience itself, then yeah, you're experience will be more as Saner describes and I would recommend strongly not importing.

[DraginHikari]

I'll wait... the idea of playing a game without having any clue what is said tedious.

[mechatra]

Or Msn Or AIM any of us other importers ^_^

I'm sure we're all willing to help

Heh, I ended up just buying a import machine aswell AeraLure.
You get a Korean model or a Japanese one?

[AeraLure]

Anyway, think i will bow out of the topic. Poor Nika originally only asking who was importing and playing online. I will likely be online a month or two while also playing offline on an import version of PSU. When it comes out for the US, to be able to play with a few friends here in the States, I'm going to have to choose that over playing only on JP servers. Unhappy about that. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_frown.gif

[ulyoth]

Im considering Importing it just for extra mode, if i can get my PC running by then. then ill import the US version too XD

[AeraLure]

On 2006-07-23 11:47, mechatra wrote:
Or Msn Or AIM any of us other importers ^_^

I'm sure we're all willing to help

Heh, I ended up just buying a import machine aswell AeraLure.
You get a Korean model or a Japanese one?


I got a Japanese one. Its older, but not the first launch model. An import machine surely was the way to go. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/anime1.gif

[Saner]

hmmmm. importing hm......?

getting to play at least Extra Mode, 2 months before it comes here...hmmmm?

hmmmmmm.....sounds tempting. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/anime1.gif http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/anime2.gif

[Ether]

I'll be importing the PC version. I hope to get online with it, but if I cant, theres always story and extra mode

[Saner]

wwwwaaaaaaaaaaa! I should quit thiking about importing! http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_lol.gif

I mean spending 100 dollars and stuff. 30+ for import equipment, 60 for the import game, etc. I mean like, all that money goes to waste once I get the english version 2 month after!

I mean like like......like I could save myself like 50 dollars simply waiting 2 months for the english version. buy the game at the store, no strings attached. voila! and it'll still feel brand new! http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif

http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/burger.gif

besides. um umumummmmmmmm people who import it will give us info and media! so that should keep us busy in the meantime....rr-r--right????? RIGHT???????? http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_wacko.gif



edit: CAKE?????? ETHER you are a part of CAKE!??!? http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_eek.gif

*flip flip flip*

"[CAKE] Coalition Against Kitty Ears"


L-M-A-O! That's the funniest and most morbid type of clan I ever seen. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_lol.gif


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[Para]

I happened to play PSO:BB JPN version but this time I decided to stay away from PSU: JP.

Why?

First of all, when I entered into PSO:BB, I pretty much knew the basics of the game like items, mechanics and the storyline.
However PSU is an entirely new game and if I can't understand the items, mechanics and storyline because of the language barrier... I'm not getting the best bang for buck there.

So in the end I have to wait for the english version and purchase that instead.

[PrinceBrightstar]

You know i'll be there, sorry to see you won't be Nites.

[Kamica]

I will be importing as well

[-Shimarisu-]

I'm going to be online from the first day, anyone want to meet up?

Some suggestions:

I think we should make a chat channel, and designate as ops any trustworthy people who can speak Japanese, to translate your items and not steal them.

That we keep most English chat to that channel when playing with mostly Japanese. It's always annoying:

1. When people don't like the fact we are playing, and whinge about it.
2. When people are delighted by us and use us for free English lessons.
3. When those speaking Japanese feel awkward about the English and stop talking.

I've had all three happen before in online games, and there's really no reason to have to put up with it. Who's with me for setting up an IRC channel or something?

[Saner]

hey that's very polite! http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/anime1.gif

ya'll will get along just fine! http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_smile.gif

[Jozon]

you are aware they are seperating US and Japanese servers, so you wouldnt be able to play with the majority of english speaking people

[Oreic]

Anyone planning on getting the JP ver. that can't read japanese and is hope for Eng. subtitle option really should rethink that.

[lostinseganet]

I will most likely buy the JPN version because I really feel that the American and European versions will be treated very very poorly.

[Inazuma]

i will only play the jp ver and id be glad to help other eng players w/ translations and such.

i also know a handful of jp ppl who are planning on playing psu. if there is something i cant figure out, i can just ask them.

[Kamica]

On 2006-07-24 17:36, Inazuma wrote:
i will only play the jp ver and id be glad to help other eng players w/ translations and such.

i also know a handful of jp ppl who are planning on playing psu. if there is something i cant figure out, i can just ask them.



<3 Inazuma

[Spellbinder]

I'll have to double check, but it looks like payment won't be a problem for me anymore, so hopefully I'll see you guys on JP PSU.

[mechatra]

Just out of curiosity...

So out of all us importers, what type of characters are you gonna use?

Methinks we all know Inuzuama's newman force Midori. how bout the rest of us? anything planned yet?

[Rubesahl]

I'll make a Newman Force ^__^ His name will be Rubesahl http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif

[Parn]

I'll be buying it, but not with the intent of going online this time. I want to enjoy every aspect of the game, and since they're throwing in more story, I'll miss that in the JP release, both online and offline modes. I'm buying it for collector's purposes... I don't want to miss out on the pre-order bonuses.

[Kamica]

I will be a Newman Force aswell

[Krupp]

I am also planning to import this game because I can't wait anymore =D. Mostly for the offline part. Wouldn't registering for a Japanese HL be sort of tricky in the first place? I may try it online but it would depend on how complicated the setup really is.

[mechatra]

Lol three newman forces so far. Well there's sureley not gonna be any lack of support and nuking.

[Chiba-kun]

Ill most likely skip the import, ill be aiming for the story mode first and id really rather have it in english. Then after that ill be playing extra mode, needing english all the same there too. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/anime1.gif

[AeraLure]

On 2006-07-26 01:01, Krupp wrote:
Wouldn't registering for a Japanese HL be sort of tricky in the first place? I may try it online but it would depend on how complicated the setup really is.


In the past it hasnt been terribly complicated. Nothing you cant manage without a little support from the import community here on the site, that's for sure.

[Spellbinder]

Oh, Force here too. We can all blow things up together~

[DarK-SuN]

I'm getting the JP version only for story mode, like some others here are going to do.
I'll be going online with the US/EU version only.

[-Shimarisu-]

Who else in Japan wants to meet up on the very first day?

[AeraLure]

I am now leaning more and more towards importing the PC version of PSU instead of the PS2 version. Doing that I'd not only play it for the offline story mode of course but I would then also go online for a month or two until the US version comes out, at which point I'd shelve the JP version and go online with the US version (cant believe regions are not connected, but that choice forces me to do that). So anyway, if I end up doing that, I'd love to meet players from here online. http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/anime1.gif

[mechatra]

I'm totally up for meeting online on the very first day!
On the other hand, living in the UK means I may get my import a day later than you guys in the U.S.

On the character note. Oh my, my Beast hunter is going to feel rather out of place among all these forces.

Well either that or I'll just grin and say "I'm special"
^_^

[Inazuma]

im sure we will set up a meeting once the game gets closer to release. and itd be nice to agree on a server as well, so we can run into each other on a daily basis.

[Krupp]

I'm definitely going to be a beast if i can get this online. Is it confirmed that if we import it we can connect to Japanese servers? I know some games that don't allow connections like that.

[Saner]

people always find a way, at least on the PC. to play imports online. well mostly.

[Krupp]

^ Well hopefully for PSU that will be the case! =D

[Saner]

ya I wonder how many importers will put up youtube videos of the story cutscenes and stuff! http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/anime1.gif

the Japanese version will be a great opportunity to see and learn much of the offline story as possible! http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/anime2.gif

[DrewSeleski]

I'll leave that stuff for when I can actually understand what they're saying.... but in the meantime I really want to see some more nanoblast footage

[Saner]

lol there was a lot of beta videos of that here and there. well sort of. ya. I think I recall one where like everyone was a nanoblast or something in a pic/video.

[DrewSeleski]

Awww I missed them, all I've seen so far of it was a really short video on youtube http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_frown.gif

[Saner]

ya I forgot the links.

but this site has that new network trailer that shows like an updated and longer online mode trailer that shows more nanoblast and lots of battles and stuff.

[DrewSeleski]

Oh wow thanks for telling me I hadn't seen that yet!

[Saner]

ya the new remade network trailer is so jaw dropping that many people were floored when they witnessed the possible "melee SUV". it might be PM special team attack, maybe.

[mechatra]

There's a video Brightstar posted up somewhere here where 3 beasts go Nano on the dragon boss on Parum.

On a side note - Oooooh a month to go till release people!!!

[Ifrian]

I will be also there :3
Still not decided if HUmar or BEmar.

[mechatra]

On 2006-07-30 04:01, Ifrian wrote:
I will be also there :3
Still not decided if HUmar or BEmar.



Don't you mean a HuBeast?
http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_razz.gif

[Saner]

lol. BEmar... a Beast Human?

wow a race being another race for a class? http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/anime2.gif

[Mewn]

I'll hopefully be online on JP PSU, if not, then there's always Story and Extra mode to occupy my time until US PSU is released.

I'll probably be a Cast Ranger, if I do get on.

[Longhair-nyu]

i'm going to import PSU. why? well, because i can't wait!
i got my PSO 1&2 and Plus from JP, too! http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif

[ShadowTH1000]

I'll be importing it, even though my parents hate buying stuff on the internet, I'm going to California and my grandma can get it for me http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/anime1.gif. I won't be playing online though, just Story, and extra mode in the Japanese version

EDIT: I just pre-ordered it with my Grandma, I got the PC version from Play-asia http://www.pso-world.com/images/phpbb/icons/smiles/anime1.gif. I'm probably not going to buy the US version, unless there is a Japanese language setting.



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