A new section of the official Japanese Phantasy Star Universe site has opened revealing new details on the previously announced major update coming to the Japanese version of Ambition of the Illuminus. Slated to be released this spring for the Japanese PC/PS2 servers, this update will be in the form of a free-to-download patch. Considering this method of delivery, PC users will receive the full benefit of the patch, however PS2 players will only be able to take advantage of certain aspects of it. Here are some details on what to expect.
You can join in the discussion of this exciting information at the forum. Stay tuned, as we'll be bringing you further details on this future update as they arrive!
To celebrate the second anniversary of the release of Phantasy Star Universe in Japan, Sonic Team is sponsoring the second annual Thanks Festa event. Scheduled to run from August 21 to September 25th, this Japanese event will include several new missions and GM events. Also, the event webpage has been opened to the public. Unlike most event websites, this one includes a special report section. You can use it to view listings for the most popular classes, races, and Partner Machinery.
Based on the timeline for last year's event, it is expected the regional servers will receive this event sometime in early 2009.
The CD Cover art can be found here. Credit goes to EspioKaos for first reporting this news and and Sharkyland for providing a reminder. This CD can currently be purchased from Play-Asia.