US Version Online Community XD

Me, and I'm sure everybody here like me, are currently enjoying the hell out of the PSP2 demo. Sure, the inconsistencies with the translations, not to mention the removed cutscene voice overs make me kinda sad, but playing online for 2 days reminded me of my biggest concern with the US release - the community.

I've found a number of parties with descriptions saying "GIRLS ONLY" or "LOOKING FOR GIRLFRIEND" and just today there's one looking for "HOT GUYS ONLY" with even threats on kicking you out (in all caps) if you're not the hot stuff they are looking for. Not only that,, I've been kicked a few times with no explanation. I was even called a monk, yet the guy never heard of the word Buddhist. There's another party with members swearing and calling other members "homo". Although it kinda makes me giggle when some players use random Japanese gibberish they probably picked up from Naruto or Bleach as their Auto Word - ah weaboos, gotta love em.

In short, this could turn into PSU360 part II - fortunately, without voice chat and hearing some 10 yr old calling me a faggot as he brags about his angel wings and dark costume.

What do you think?
Any funny PSP2 Online Multiplayer stories to share?

EDIT: Oh yeah I almost forgot - do we still have a PSP2 chatroom? That'd be great. See ya guys online ;)

This is the first Phantasy Star game I've really played, and I'm enjoying it. (to the point where my hands are sore after playing :-P )

I pretty much just ignore the "e-harmony wannabe" parties like the plague. Seriously, what are the odds of getting a girl/guy in this game? And cybering? Really?? In a game where saying even the most basic things is a Herculean task? It boggles the mind. I've not really had any problems with name calling and such, I attribute it to typing being such a pain. As for Japanese "gibberish", I had Yaranaika set as my idle message for a little bit, but deleted it because I figured it was too much, even if I do find it personally amusing.

I haven't had too much experience with the online so far, but I saw some of those "dating" parties you mention. It made me laugh personally :P

I'm enjoying the demo a lot too, despite the inconsistencies (I am actually satisfied with the voice acting) I am very pleased with what we have gotten! And I think since they are actually keeping the serial number required for online play, we should see less of those dating parties (well, hopefully) but we'll see

Yeah, I just took a quick peek at the online stuff. Going from PC/PS2 to this crud is a little jarring. Hopefully the full game won't be quite so ridiculous.

I find these rooms pretty funny but kinda sad

I'm pretty disgusted in how most of the community seems to act and the fact that many of the people I've seen online seem to confuse "Game" with "Dating Service" That's why I've taken to putting "Play the game or GTFO" in my party comment box.

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Originally Posted by Rakukojin

I'm pretty disgusted in how most of the community seems to act and the fact that many of the people I've seen online seem to confuse "Game" with "Dating Service" That's why I've taken to putting "Play the game or GTFO" in my party comment box.

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I need to locate this game you speak of.

Also, I just saw a game named along the lines of, "This is not eHarmony." Made me laugh.

I made a room titled, "pso-world" and in the comments stated an invite to those from this community. Hope those that came had a good time. Keep your eyes open for the room in the future.

I entered a couple of these "hot girls only" rooms and it one was people doing runs, the other was just a group of male characters goofing off doing dance moves. I think they title the rooms that way as some kind of joke.

I really have to get this off my chest:

Level requirements are fine and dandy, but for fucks sake, this is a demo with a cap at Lv15. The stat difference is incredibly light. In fact, for those running Plains Overlord, Sleeping Warriors, and Undersea Ruins, players as low as level 1 can manage.

Now, I can understand if people want to be efficient for Bruce's Dungeon, and perhaps even Multiped Threat, but do they really find it necessary to add comments such as, "Lv10+ only" in their descriptions? If they don't want a certain level range in their game, that's what the minimum level option is for. You don't need to preach it.


My brain hurts. End rant.

Been having the worst time finding a group smart enough for Bruce's dungeon. I've gotten an A rank, but I'm looking for that sweet S. Why am I such a completionist? :(

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I really have to get this off my chest:

Level requirements are fine and dandy, but for fucks sake, this is a demo with a cap at Lv15. The stat difference is incredibly light. In fact, for those running Plains Overlord, Sleeping Warriors, and Undersea Ruins, players as low as level 1 can manage.

Now, I can understand if people want to be efficient for Bruce's Dungeon, and perhaps even Multiped Threat, but do they really find it necessary to add comments such as, "Lv10+ only" in their descriptions? If they don't want a certain level range in their game, that's what the minimum level option is for. You don't need to preach it.


My brain hurts. End rant.

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Well, 10+ is fine. Bruce's requires 10+.

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Originally Posted by Yojimaru

This is the first Phantasy Star game I've really played, and I'm enjoying it. (to the point where my hands are sore after playing :-P )

I pretty much just ignore the "e-harmony wannabe" parties like the plague. Seriously, what are the odds of getting a girl/guy in this game? And cybering? Really?? In a game where saying even the most basic things is a Herculean task? It boggles the mind. I've not really had any problems with name calling and such, I attribute it to typing being such a pain. As for Japanese "gibberish", I had Yaranaika set as my idle message for a little bit, but deleted it because I figured it was too much, even if I do find it personally amusing.

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Sounds fun! Sign me up :P

In all seriousness, whatever attracts more people to the game sounds like a good plan to me. Larger female player base will probably bring in more guys.

Personally, I have to disagree. I prefer quality gamers over the quantity of gamers.

Like somebody posted before hopefully its because its a free demo and the full game will weed some of that out. I'm to darn old for little kid hormones running amoke on my psp.

If not at least ad hoc party came state side finally, worst case ill
just go there and skip the problem all together. If anybody has a ps3 and looking for refuge meet me there. my psn is lionheartwolf. If you dont have a ps3 I recommend sticking close to people you know. Hopefully, I can make a few friends here cause so far I'm having horrible luck with random.

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Originally Posted by Randomness

Well, 10+ is fine. Bruce's requires 10+.

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Also +10 means the can wear the B Rank Line Weave which I feel makes a huge difference in defense and it allows for Mirage Blasts, SUVs, and Beast Transformations.

I expect those immature players to be out soon.
Once the game launches, I bet only the people who actually want to play the game will buy it. Less of those annoying groups... I hope.

We just have to wait!
Ignore them for now, there are still great people playing! Although a bit hard to find...

... So I don't have a PSP yet. I am getting the KH Bundle the 7th and PSP2 the day it comes out. I am sure I will be looking for people to run with. This english community thing, which sounds fun ^_-.

I am thinking about my main being a Female Newman, but not 100% sure. Anyway will see you guys the 1st day of the release.

I love this game so far. Some the rooms people make are pathetic but whatever.
Hope to see alot more people that actually want to play the game when it comes out.

In any medium where someone can act how they wish without consequence, you will always find those who see how far they can push their limits. The thing that I recommend is to look at this from another angle. For instance, you should be thanking each and every person who makes a room title like that, it's like a big red flashing sign that says 'fail player, avoid at all costs'.

That's the nice thing about making your own room, you have full control over who you allow to stay in your room. Also over time, as most are already aware, you will end up with a large number of partner cards from skilled players that you can locate at any time and hook up with on the fly.

I played with a group last night that contained a player who recognized my Illuminus Coat that I imported. Felt nice to play with another portable veteran and be recognized for it.

I'm playing the demo and and I love it! PSP was great, and PSP2 doesn't disappoint either. But good lord! Those online groups are so WTF-ish. I've even seen a group that said ''Pedophillia: Looking for pretty 9-12 yr olds.'' Really now? -____-

Yeah but hopefully when the real game comes out there wont be online groups like that -__-. Hopefully... *Crosses Fingers*

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I'm playing the demo and and I love it! PSP was great, and PSP2 doesn't disappoint either. But good lord! Those online groups are so WTF-ish. I've even seen a group that said ''Pedophillia: Looking for pretty 9-12 yr olds.'' Really now? -____-

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i seen that one. its dumb.

I mentioned that one to one of the people I chat with. Was told that they know that person. I guess it was a joke, poking fun at all the dating parties.

PSP2 community is beginning to remind me of PS3's Home.

I just went online again. So far, I haven't had problems. Alot of the people I've met are really nice and I had alot fun. But then there's stupid crap like ''Sex Room'' and ''Hot Horny Girls''....people sure do know how to abuse a good thing...I just hope this get's taken care of in the retail version. -___-

Did anybody else notice the lack of a word filter as well? You kinda take those kinda things for granted until they're gone. The mouths on these kids nowadays...

It's sad to see what happens when you don't have moderators. There just isn't anything funny about it, and what's worse are the people feeding into that by trolling right back. They are really just as immature and wrong as the people they are trolling.

Hopefully, this will only be a few more weeks before this is behind us but somewhere in the back of my mind I'm not entirely sure this is going to go away...

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Originally Posted by Hucast-Kireek

A majority of the PSP2 community is beginning to remind me of PS3's Home.

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fixed 8D

I wouldn't know about PS3 Home's Antics, but don't judge the community just yet. We're still on the demo. ;) Not trying to be mean or anything. Just sayin'. too early.

I'm enjoying the online community. Sure there are a bunch of "girlz only! need teh sex!" kind of rooms, but I just ignore those. Most of the time I'll make my own room, and the majority of the people I meet are pretty cool.

Earlier though, I was in a group I had just entered, and said "What's up guys?". Then the leader removed me >.>.

I always post in the description that I'm simply doing regular missions. People usually jump in really fast. =D

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Originally Posted by Yojimaru

I mentioned that one to one of the people I chat with. Was told that they know that person. I guess it was a joke, poking fun at all the dating parties.

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This.

I was making fun of the fact it's progressively getting worse. It started with a few girlfriend requests, then it went to blow jobs, now they're going for sex.

I am not even going to touch online till the full game is out.

Hahaha oh wow!

I went back to JPPSoP2 and found rooms wanting "onna no ko dake"!

Guess US players aren't worse after all XD

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Originally Posted by Immovable One

Hahaha oh wow!

I went back to JPPSoP2 and found rooms wanting "onna no ko dake"!

Guess US players aren't worse after all XD

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Just for those who didn't understand that, there was a room advertised for child girls.

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Originally Posted by Immovable One

Hahaha oh wow!

I went back to JPPSoP2 and found rooms wanting "onna no ko dake"!

Guess US players aren't worse after all XD

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Of course they aren't any better or any worse. And you can expect some of those people to be in the full version as well.

Though to be perfectly honest, I've seem some "girls only" rooms that seem (and I can't stress that enough) to be girl gamers looking to play with other girl gamers.

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Originally Posted by Mike

Of course they aren't any better or any worse. And you can expect some of those people to be in the full version as well.

Though to be perfectly honest, I've seem some "girls only" rooms that seem (and I can't stress that enough) to be girl gamers looking to play with other girl gamers.

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Are you sure that's not just some crazy fetish?

No idea.

lol. Oh well?

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Hahaha oh wow!

I went back to JPPSoP2 and found rooms wanting "onna no ko dake"!

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Woow...even in Japan...well, JPN rooms are probably no better than the US. But there are some great rooms out there, you just gotta look real hard for them. >__>

I've already seen a bunch of these ridiculous rooms. In a way, it makes me chuckle.

I need some folks for Bruce's dungeon.

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Originally Posted by ShinMaruku

I need some folks for Bruce's dungeon.

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If you make a room I'll join.

Will throw one up in maybe 20 mins.
Ready now party name is Hilde

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Originally Posted by ShinMaruku

Will throw one up in maybe 20 mins.
Ready now party name is Hilde

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Says it can't find it

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Originally Posted by ShinMaruku

Will throw one up in maybe 20 mins.
Ready now party name is Hilde

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is it still open?

If any of you are curious, there were Japanese accounts banned as recently as Wednesday for the doing the same thing that so many people in the demo seem to do.

Remaking room pass is psoworld
Name is Hilde

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If any of you are curious, there were Japanese accounts banned as recently as Wednesday for the doing the same thing that so many people in the demo seem to do.

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What wait!? You have to go to court to dispute?...

whoa

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Remaking room pass is psoworld
Name is Hilde

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Still says it can't find it =/

eHarmony hot horny loli pedophile looking for level 10+ sex

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Still says it can't find it =/

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Up now

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Originally Posted by kongajinken

eHarmony hot horny loli pedophile looking for level 10+ sex

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cute little girl looking for sugar daddy on Phantasy Star to do White Beast

I'm a bit new at it so it may be close.

I'll make a new room at 9:30 PM PST tomorrow if you miss this session. :E

just ignore lame people like that they will go away soon

i am on right now and im seing several rooms with "ALL GIRLS NO GUYS WE HAVING SEX" but aside from such thing i actually have my own little group we always go on missions together

Made a party named "Bruce's Dungeon PROS" last night, every run i have to kick some1 that dont know how to run it and every run someone has to die QQ.

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Originally Posted by Izuna

cute little girl looking for sugar daddy on Phantasy Star to do White Beast

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Why must you provoke such nightmares?

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Made a party named "Bruce's Dungeon PROS" last night, every run i have to kick some1 that dont know how to run it and every run someone has to die QQ.

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Had a similar run last night. Joined a room titled 'vets only' and was one of the worst bruce's runs I've ever been on...

So yeah at first its funny seeing those kinds of "dating" and "cyber" rooms but in the long run it gets pretty annoying when the rooms you see are either those kinds of rooms or the ones that have password on them.

Hey guys, old school player, from pso to this. Making a clan, must have mic for COMPUTER, check player matchup for details. (Pros not required but atleast have some
knowledge of them game). I have best Bruce runs hands down S ranks. Thanks

I'm just going to wait until the actual game is out.