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Alright, I know this topic has been touched-and-locked multiple times, but instead of making just one announcement thread, I'm making this the General PSVita thread. Basically, anything related to PSVita goes here, that way anything announced about it in Gamescom can be found here.

Recent Important News:

The PlayStation Vita is almost out, and we've posted our reviews for many of the titles that will be available at launch for Sony's handheld. Take a look at an excerpt of our opinions and click through for full reviews right here.

Little Deviants - "It certainly proves that the system’s various control methods can be successfully implemented on a technical level, but that doesn’t excuse the lack of substance when it comes to the content." -Joe Juba

ModNation Racers: Road Trip - "Road Trip's new touchscreen controls further refine content creation, but they aren't a game changer. Unfortunately, the lack of online multiplayer is." -Jeff Marchiafava

Super Stardust Delta - "Niggling control issues aside, Housemarque’s latest entry is a great showcase for the handheld’s beautiful screen, and a wealth of modes will keep you blasting aliens until your batteries run dry." -Jeff Cork

Ultimate Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 - "Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 is best suited for two types of Vita users – those obsessed with the series who can’t tolerate having it out of arms reach, or anyone looking for a good fighter who hasn’t played it yet. If you’ve even spent a single night with Capcom’s comic crossover, you’ve already experienced everything the old workhorse has to offer." -Tim Turi

Uncharted: Golden Abyss - "For the first time, we’re able to play a handheld game with the scale and production values of a home console title. The base level of craftsmanship on display in Golden Abyss means you’ll get your money’s worth – but not a penny more." -Matt Helgeson

Wipeout 2048 - "It’s a competent racer, but Wipeout 2048 feels too familiar for its own good. Long loads and underwhelming touch controls don’t help the matter, and may dissuade anyone who isn’t a longtime fan of the series." -Dan Ryckert

We'll update this list as more PlayStation Vita game reviews are posted throughout the week. Stay tuned!

Source: GameInformer (http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2012/02/13/playstation-vita-review-round-up.aspx)

PlayStation Vita has more RAM than PS3 (hey, cross-game chat!)

More is always better, right? For Sony's upcoming PlayStation Vita portable, more RAM means it has some features that big brother PlayStation 3 doesn't: namely, cross-game chat, courtesy of the console's Party system. "So the reason why we were able to include something like Party, which enables cross-game voice chat," Sony Worldwide Studios prez Shuhei Yoshida told Eurogamer, "is because we designed Vita so it always has enough resources to handle something like that behind the game while it's running."

Sony has finally confirmed the specifications of the system's RAM, after rumors that the electronics giant had halved the RAM to better compete on price with the 3DS. "There were some rumours for the last few months. Some developer mentioned the RAM was halved. We never announced the amount of RAM, and we never changed it," Yoshida said. So in order to combat confusion, they went into Gamescom unafraid to share those details.

And, without further ado, we'll share those deets! The PlayStation Vita has 512MB of RAM and 128MB of V-RAM, compared to the PlayStation 3's 256MB of system RAM and 256MB of video RAM. While that's half of the PS3's video RAM, Yoshida reminds us that the resolution of the two platforms is very different. "The resolution on the PS Vita screen is much lower," he explained. "Even though it's four times the resolution of PSP, compared to the console, the amount of data you have to push is much smaller."

While this all sounds like good news, there is another reading: Since the Vita uses all that extra system RAM to allow for cross-game chat, one could assume Sony will remain unable to implement the long-requested feature on the PS3. Then again, nearly five years into the console's life, that inability should be pretty apparent to everyone by now.

Source: Joystiq (http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/18/playstation-vita-has-more-ram-than-ps3-hey-cross-game-chat/)

Every PlayStation Vita Game Will Be Downloadable

Every game released for Sony's impressive new handheld gaming system, the PlayStation Vita, will be downloadable in the PlayStation Store, Sony's incoming head of European operations, Jim Ryan, confirmed today during a PlayStation press conference in Germany.

Some Vita games will be available in regular stores, of course, offered on the Vita memory cards.

Source: Kotaku (http://kotaku.com/5831390/every-playstation-vita-game-will-be-downloadable)
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Resistance Coming to Vita as Resistance: Burning Skies

Sony will be launching an entirely new Resistance game on the Vita titled Resistance: Burning Skies. Developed by Nihilistic Games, the studio behind PlayStation Move: Heroes and Starcraft: Ghost, Resistance: Burning Skies will head back in time a ways, taking place as the Chimera invade Earth.

The game will star Jim Riley, a firefighter who is swept up in events and has no choice but to grab his fire axe and start slicing some Chimeran skulls. On Sony's Gamescom stage, the rep from Nihilistic worked through a bit of the game's demo, moving from fire axe to alien weaponry to homing rockets and beyond. Burning Skies will use the Vita's touch functionality, allowing players to guide rockets and grenades with the touch screen.

Source: Kotaku (http://kotaku.com/5831403/resistance-coming-to-vita-as-resistance-burning-skies)

Lumines and a ‘New Iteration’ of Assassin’s Creed Coming to PlayStation Vita

They're showed us a screenshot (bullshot?) of Rayman Origins running on the PlayStation Vita today, but the most exciting news from Ubisoft regarding their support for PlayStation Vita involved some other games.

Ubisoft will bring a new Lumines to Vita. That would be a new version of the beloved puzzle game that is regarded by some as the best PSP game of all time.

The company will also launch a new Assassin's Creed some time in 2012. The company also promises to have Asphalt, Dungeon Hunter Alliance, Michael Jackson the Experience and Rayman Origins for Vita.

Source: Kotaku (http://kotaku.com/5831404/lumines-and-a-new-iteration-of-assassins-creed-coming-to-playstation-vita)

Recent Images/Media

We haven’t seen much from the Vita’s menu but this changes with these photos leaked. On them we can see almost the whole menu. Check them out:

http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458721.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Trophy_gamescom_01-620x1.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LiveArea-620x1.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/gpmsg-messages-620x1.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458821.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458741.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458761.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458721.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458841.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458861.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458901.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458921.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458941.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458981.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458961.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458881.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459021.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459041.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459061.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459081.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459101.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459121.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459141.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459161.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458601.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458621.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458641.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458661.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458681.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458701.jpg

Here is a video of the menu taken without Sony’s permission on GamesCom 2011. The guy that made the video said that he is not yet adapted to the touchscreen and that the touchscreen is very responsive despite his struggles to use it. Click here to see. (http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/The-PSVita-live-in-action-system-UI.mp4)

Source: PSV Hacks (http://psvhacks.com/psvita-menu-pictures-leaked/)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zqyRuLHPCo

2011-08-16 19:25:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

I think someone allready did a thread on this.....somewhere.......

But thanks anyway!!!

2011-08-17 01:16:00

Author:
zzmorg82

Posts: 948

> Assassins Creed for 3DS gets cancelled
> New Assassins creed for Vita

I see a pattern in there... somewhere...

2011-08-17 04:20:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

> Assassins Creed for 3DS gets cancelled
> New Assassins creed for Vita

I see a pattern in there... somewhere...

An unfortunate pattern...

2011-08-17 05:44:00

Author:
poorjack

Posts: 1806

The LBP for Vita seems poor but Bioshock might make me buy this.

2011-08-17 08:06:00

Author:
Edeslash

Posts: 135

the LBP for vita looks totes dude! I think I might switch creator consoles... Maybe.

2011-08-17 12:35:00

Author:
poorjack

Posts: 1806

Updated OP with this smexy trailer:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zqyRuLHPCo

2011-08-17 20:33:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

> Assassins Creed for 3DS gets cancelled
> New Assassins creed for Vita

I see a pattern in there... somewhere...

I think the 3ds project evolved into Revelations.

2011-08-17 20:59:00

Author:
Rabid-Coot

Posts: 6728

I think the 3ds project evolved into Revelations.

They still had the option to try and make the game that turned int the Vita game, on the 3ds... they cancelled the game on purpose.

2011-08-19 06:53:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

I like the look of that mad Sound Scapes game for PSVita;

Looks mental.

I just want to know if there's a way I can get my massive collection of UMD's to play on PSVita!
I'll be most annoyed if there isn't (I can play my massive collection of DS games on the 3DS no problems

)

2011-08-19 07:33:00

Author:
Macnme

Posts: 1970

They still had the option to try and make the game that turned int the Vita game, on the 3ds... they cancelled the game on purpose.

The 3DS game turned into the PS3/360/PC game thats is out in November. I'm surprised they didn't keep the 3DS project going, lots of games manage to have console and handheld versions release at the same time. The recently announced Vita game is aparently a completely new game.

2011-08-19 08:50:00

Author:
Rabid-Coot

Posts: 6728

Major update:

PlayStation Vita has more RAM than PS3 (hey, cross-game chat!)

More is always better, right? For Sony's upcoming PlayStation Vita portable, more RAM means it has some features that big brother PlayStation 3 doesn't: namely, cross-game chat, courtesy of the console's Party system. "So the reason why we were able to include something like Party, which enables cross-game voice chat," Sony Worldwide Studios prez Shuhei Yoshida told Eurogamer, "is because we designed Vita so it always has enough resources to handle something like that behind the game while it's running."

Sony has finally confirmed the specifications of the system's RAM, after rumors that the electronics giant had halved the RAM to better compete on price with the 3DS. "There were some rumours for the last few months. Some developer mentioned the RAM was halved. We never announced the amount of RAM, and we never changed it," Yoshida said. So in order to combat confusion, they went into Gamescom unafraid to share those details.

And, without further ado, we'll share those deets! The PlayStation Vita has 512MB of RAM and 128MB of V-RAM, compared to the PlayStation 3's 256MB of system RAM and 256MB of video RAM. While that's half of the PS3's video RAM, Yoshida reminds us that the resolution of the two platforms is very different. "The resolution on the PS Vita screen is much lower," he explained. "Even though it's four times the resolution of PSP, compared to the console, the amount of data you have to push is much smaller."

While this all sounds like good news, there is another reading: Since the Vita uses all that extra system RAM to allow for cross-game chat, one could assume Sony will remain unable to implement the long-requested feature on the PS3. Then again, nearly five years into the console's life, that inability should be pretty apparent to everyone by now.

[Update: Apparent as it may be, we thought we'd share this additional quote that Eurogamer published. "Once a game gets RAM we never give it back," Yoshida said. "It's not possible to retrofit something like that after the fact."]

Source: Joystiq (http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/18/playstation-vita-has-more-ram-than-ps3-hey-cross-game-chat/)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3ALwKeSEYs

2011-08-19 23:56:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

Leaked menu images, and video!

http://psvhacks.com/psvita-menu-pictures-leaked/

This also confirms another few things... one thing, is that trophies from both the PS3, AND Vita will be viewable on the portable.

Another, is that it appears SensMe is the default viewer for Music, probably with some improvements.

And we also see some images of the web browser, and facebook apps!

2011-08-20 00:21:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

HUGE update! And by huge, I mean the images take up a LOT of space (it took forever to upload them here).

Thank theswweet (http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/member.php?6063-theswweet) for the info. Enjoy!

We haven’t seen much from the Vita’s menu but this changes with these photos leaked. On them we can see almost the whole menu. Check them out:

http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458721.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Trophy_gamescom_01-620x1.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/LiveArea-620x1.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/gpmsg-messages-620x1.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458821.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458741.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458761.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458721.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458841.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458861.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458901.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458921.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458941.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458981.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458961.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458881.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459021.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459041.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459061.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459081.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459101.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459121.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459141.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17459161.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458601.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458621.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458641.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458661.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458681.jpg
http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/psp_2-17458701.jpg

Here is a video of the menu taken without Sony’s permission on GamesCom 2011. The guy that made the video said that he is not yet adapted to the touchscreen and that the touchscreen is very responsive despite his struggles to use it. Click here to see. (http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/The-PSVita-live-in-action-system-UI.mp4)

Source: PSV Hacks (http://psvhacks.com/psvita-menu-pictures-leaked/)

2011-08-20 03:25:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

I'm wondering since you use the same PSN if our friends lists maximum limit will get a bump to 200+. Would be a feature much appreciated.

2011-08-20 03:35:00

Author:
tanrockstan34

Posts: 1076

I'm wondering since you use the same PSN if our friends lists maximum limit will get a bump to 200+. Would be a feature much appreciated.

I'm guessing our friends list will get a bump to unlimited if once the Vita takes off. I'm most excited for the almost inevitable change in user interface that will come to PS3 as a result of the Vita's release. I think we could use a fresh new style of XMB menu as the current one is pretty basic in my opinion.

2011-08-20 04:36:00

Author:
WoodburyRaider

Posts: 1651

Another big Update from PSVhacks

Leaked PDF document (http://psvhacks.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/BuildingCommunitywithPlayStationNetwork1.pdf)

Tons of info on the different features, and possible features to come. Its a bit... eh, with the english... but it still explains it very well.

Definitely some amazing stuff going on with that UI... Sony has pretty much 1-up'ed nintendo with the communications idea, too.

2011-08-20 22:44:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

2011-08-26 03:13:00

Author:
ATMLVE

Posts: 1177

Yeah, being able to voice chat with people while playing different games without needing a mic sounds pretty freakin awesome. I want this thing bad. I think the 3DS, selling like 72 systems since its release, should already be digging its grave. 3D pixelated graphics are simply not enough, you need much more to make something worth the money.

Units sold as of July 28: 4.32 million units (http://www.gamespot.com/news/6326074/zelda-ocarina-of-time-3d-sells-a-million?tag=updates%3Beditor%3Ball%3Btitle%3B1)

3DS sales improve after price drop (http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2011/08/22/gamestop-ps3-amp-3ds-sales-rise-on-price-drops.aspx)

Don't diss a game until you got all your facts right.*

*Don't even bother; console wars are in fact stupid. The only fun thing about them is FRPGs and ******* off the fanboys.

2011-08-26 04:18:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

Don't diss a game until you got all your facts right.*
Deal.

Yes, the games are obviously different, because its a different company. The AR I heard was cool, but a couple minigames you need a card for that you have to have the system look at the entire time doesnt sound like hours of fun. Its pretty lacking in new features; pokedex 3D is a regular pokedex, but its in 3D. How creative. Ill use serebii thanks. And the shop is pretty much a highly smaller and dumbed downed version of the PSN store, which has many more options. They didnt add nearly as much as they should have. And also, when I said they havent sold any units, I was basing that on this fact (http://3ds.nintendolife.com/news/2011/07/from_april_to_june_nintendo_only_sold_700000_3ds_c onsoles) that was released last month; yes, thats from the beginning of April to the end of June, worldwide. Well of course its outdated, but it proves it takes more than 3DS pixels and a few trippy devices to make a good system. I think an $80 price drop in less than 6 months prooves my point.

2011-08-26 15:04:00

Author:
ATMLVE

Posts: 1177

Cyber, I have actually used a non-demo 3DS... I've spent a good hour playing one. Its problems run deeper than the price, or the software.

The hardware is fundamentally flawed.

When I tried out the 3DS... it did feel pretty good, but the screen was horrendous, especially considering the PSP has a better quality screen. Add in the fact the system scratches itself, and it just feels like it'll break in a couple months.

I don't want that.

The original DS was a brick... and It was criticized for it. But was it better that way? In my eyes, yes. It was a sturdy brick that has lasted atleast 20 high drops, and still has nary a scratch and works the same as the day I bought her 5 years ago.

It only took the DS lite one for its screen to break, and not even a high one.

I'm getting the same vibe as the DS lite, from the 3DS... so its obvious I'm not very pleased, and Nintendo has already been on a downward slope with overall build. The GameCube was a tank, the Wii? Not so much... and the DSi? About the same

Of course, if the software was good enough, I could forgive Nintendo. Unfortunately, the software has been in a loop that has been going like this :

1. Not enough people are buying 3DS's because of no games
2. Not enough games are getting released, because not enough 3DS's have been sold
3. Repeat

I'm HOPING the price drop affects this, but I doubt its momentum will last for long. Its not DS v. PSP anymore... Its more like 3DS v. iPod with PSV on the side, doing its own thing.

Trust me when I say I WANT the 3DS to do decent, but I want Nintendo to lose this "war" because they have gotten cocky. I hope they learn from this mistake, and actually make a better handheld next time.

Right now, I'm holding off. Instead of getting a 3DS this holiday, I'm getting a PSVita Pre-Order. When a good library has consisted, I will fold (probably about the time Gen VI comes out)

2011-08-26 17:28:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

I might buy a 3DS after the Vita just for paper mario 3d. Or was that canceled. Or is it out already?

2011-08-26 17:52:00

Author:
StaticLinuxpro

Posts: 482

I might buy a 3DS after the Vita just for paper mario 3d. Or was that canceled. Or is it out already?

Nah, thats coming out sometime in the future. Of course, that, and every single other first party classic Nintendo game is coming out massive months after the system came out, which makes no sense at all. Release your system with your games, ya know? PSV sure has that down, with Uncharted and LBPV, two games that can last a good while.

2011-08-26 18:46:00

Author:
ATMLVE

Posts: 1177

2011-08-26 22:36:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

2011-08-27 01:36:00

Author:
poorjack

Posts: 1806

Hey guise... i like the 3DS. Though feeling cheap, It is my favorite handheld of all time. And YES. I have had every single rendition of gameboy, an original DS, A PSP, and a GameGear. I just think peopl eneed to give it a chance... But they wont. And devs will stop. And I will be sad.

Give a chance, to do what? Get better games? We shouldnt have to wait. Unless your talking about a system update, to add more stuff, which would be fantastic; but oh, they dont have a way they can do that with theyre systems, not even an online network, STILL, just wifi which takes forever for select games individually...

2011-08-27 03:35:00

Author:
ATMLVE

Posts: 1177

2011-08-27 04:27:00

Author:
poorjack

Posts: 1806

There have already been several system updates.

Yeah, the wii has updates and ever since the dsi i have heard there have been updates.

2011-08-27 04:45:00

Author:
StaticLinuxpro

Posts: 482

Give a chance, to do what? Get better games? We shouldnt have to wait. Unless your talking about a system update, to add more stuff, which would be fantastic; but oh, they dont have a way they can do that with theyre systems, not even an online network, STILL, just wifi which takes forever for select games individually...

They CAN update the 3DS... which actually ties into another criticism.

The 3DS launched with no eShop, or internet browser. You had to update it in June (Originallly planned for May) to get those features.

Why weren't they there out of the box in the first place?

The same thing happened with the DSi... except then it was only limited to the Internet Browser, which is acceptable for me (Don't need it if you didn't have internet!)

But this? It just shows how early Nintendo Popped out the 3DS. Even launch 3DS's had a Black Screen of Semi-death... and an update had to fix it.

Heck, I haven't even flapped about the 2 and a half hour Battery in 3D mode! Thats AWFUL!

So yes, I am not pleased. I have been a huge supporter of Ninty for years, but recently they seem to be alienating me, as well as other fans : This VG-cats comic comes to mind.

http://img32.imageshack.us/img32/6615/080722.jpg

THAT is what Nintendo has turned into, THIS is why I can't support them nearly as much.

It hurts, I grew up in the crib with a GBC in my hands playing pokemon Silver. Nintendo has influenced my life since I was an infant, and this... just, no. The Rainfall fiasco is the last warning for them, if they mess up one more time... I can't support them.

I pre-ordered and played over 31 Pokemon games, I have owned all their consoles until the DSi XL.

I have continued to buy games for my Gamecube, even long after new games stopped coming out.

This... Nintendo needs to remember how many gamers grew up on them. But more importantly, how much their current practices are hurting their most loyal fans.

To be honest... I'd love it if Ninty went 3rd-party, but they have explained time and time again... the day they drop consoles, is the day they drop games.

I don't want that, and neither does anyone who has ever loved a Nintendo product... Obviously Nintendo doesn't want it!

But... they need to change, or Nintendo as we knew it will be gone forever.

2011-08-27 04:48:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

Yes, i get it also. THe other thing is Nintendo is from what I see still popular with little kids. Even then, most little kids have a ds or ds lite with an older game. ;P I dont like ninty anymore. After the letdown on SMG2. Super Mario Galaxy 2 was a rip off. I beat it in a day... Seriously.

2011-08-27 05:02:00

Author:
StaticLinuxpro

Posts: 482

Lawl. I thought you would be the last one to criticize a DS.

Huh... why is that? Was it the temporary Snivy avatar I had?

2011-08-28 04:07:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

I'll definitely be getting a Vita because I can get one for free.

I've heard that 3G is free like the nook/kindle? I can't image it would be when we can download large items/

2011-08-28 15:06:00

Author:
tanrockstan34

Posts: 1076

Huh... why is that? Was it the temporary Snivy avatar I had?

That, and you have a thing for Pokemon, so I assumed you would defend it like a mother would defend a diamond earring.

2011-08-31 04:27:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

Hey folks, the 3DS is a good system. I have enough confidence left in nintendo to trust my 3DS through THIS handheld gen. It is a solid system that can stand up against the PSP because it offers the 3D for those that are easily duped by gimmicks (90% of people) and it has THE handheld brand- Nintendo and GameBoy to back it up... For now. I hope they get their **** together by Christmas tho.

That being said, the PSV is a more impressive system on the surface, but I think we should wait before completely abandoning the N-ship.

2011-08-31 05:00:00

Author:
poorjack

Posts: 1806

I abandoned that ship a while ago. Focusing on casual gamers and gimmicks is not my sorta thing.

2011-09-01 23:28:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

I abandoned that ship a while ago. Focusing on casual gamers and gimmicks is not my sorta thing.

http://img594.imageshack.us/img594/2403/1314831487727.jpg

2011-09-02 04:14:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

http://img594.imageshack.us/img594/2403/1314831487727.jpg

Get off my internet you casual you
http://www.veterangamers.co.uk/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/hardcore-gamer-smoking-pizza-slob.jpg

2011-09-02 15:39:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Watching the live streams. I'll update when I can.

HOLY CRAP! SOMEBODY ON THE STREAM CHAT SAID THEY CONFIRMED TE BATTERY LIFE FOR 24 HOURS!

VITA CONFIRMED FOR ALIEN TECH!

2011-09-14 05:57:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

Watching the live streams. I'll update when I can.

HOLY CRAP! SOMEBODY ON THE STREAM CHAT SAID THEY CONFIRMED TE BATTERY LIFE FOR 24 HOURS!

VITA CONFIRMED FOR ALIEN TECH!

My heart, please get back in there...

Please...

2011-09-14 06:16:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

Watching the live streams. I'll update when I can.

HOLY CRAP! SOMEBODY ON THE STREAM CHAT SAID THEY CONFIRMED TE BATTERY LIFE FOR 24 HOURS!

VITA CONFIRMED FOR ALIEN TECH!

Nope. (http://kotaku.com/5840051/how-does-the-ps-vitas-battery-life-stack-up-to-the-3dss)

2011-09-14 12:40:00

Author:
Merc

Posts: 2135

Okay, so last night I finished watching the stream, so now I can 100% dish out some of the details:

Ladies and gentlemen, the Sony has trolled everybody HARD.

Apperantly the battery life was in fact 3-5 hours long. Somebody just started the whole mass hysteria for lulz. Another thing we all noticed was that Vita was nothing but apps. There were no new games, and those accessories were either ugly or non-appealing. "But wait, what about the games?" you say. Well, Sony made to sure to save the best for last by announcing 100 titles at launch. Just what are they? Are they magnificent new gems for us to play? The answer:

http://images.encyclopediadramatica.ch/8/8c/Nope.gif

Introducing the Rehash Launch, exclusively from Sony. Almost no new games whatsoever come with launch, and all new games aren't set to release until after 2012. Way to waste 3 hours from everybody's lives, Sony.

soniamdisappoint.jpg

2011-09-14 23:44:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

Metal Gear Solid 2, 3, Peace Walker and Zone of the Enders 1 and 2 wherever i want? That's news enough from me to get the vita. Call me excited

2011-09-15 02:01:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Accesories (http://kotaku.com/5840060/sure-play-the-ps-vita-in-your-car/gallery/1)

Vita game box art (http://kotaku.com/5840492/heres-what-playstation-vita-box-art-looks-like)

2011-09-15 04:11:00

Author:
Merc

Posts: 2135

3-5 hours of play is kinda disappointing to be honest. I hoped they had evolved the battery tech so that it at least lasted the same as a PSP.

2011-09-15 04:17:00

Author:
SnipySev

Posts: 2452

Anyone who though the battery would last 24 hours (based on an anonymous post in a chat...) is either very very young or very very gullible. The 3-5 hours battery life is disappointing but let's get real, 24 hours? lmao

All the HD collections, some intriguing AR tech, the world's first full portable FPS with the new Resistance title, a healthy launch line-up, being able to play Killzone 3 (you know, the PS3 game that was released this year) on the handheld, getting countless other full-on console releases (UMvsC3, SFXTK), being able to play any digital PSP game (sometimes with enhanced dual analog controls) and so much more to come. Sony stock rose slightly following the TGS showcase, Nintendo's fell by 5% after their 3DS-athon (not that we should care too much about investors but it does indicate the confidence in the product)

2011-09-15 09:17:00

Author:
OCK

Posts: 1536

I cancelled my pre-order as soon as I heard about the battery life. Only being able to play for 3 hours is a joke. And the fact that it will take 1,5 to 2 hours to fully recharge it is just ridiculous.

2011-09-15 15:46:00

Author:
VenemoX

Posts: 197

Anyone who though the battery would last 24 hours (based on an anonymous post in a chat...) is either very very young or very very gullible. The 3-5 hours battery life is disappointing but let's get real, 24 hours? lmao

Hey Mr. Smartass, the screen was riddled with Japanese text. We had to have anons to translate some of it, so when they said it was 24 hours we automatically assumed they translated one of the specs on the screen. Sorry for being excited about something that sounded incredible.

All the HD collections, some intriguing AR tech, the world's first full portable FPS with the new Resistance title, a healthy launch line-up, being able to play Killzone 3 (you know, the PS3 game that was released this year) on the handheld, getting countless other full-on console releases (UMvsC3, SFXTK), being able to play any digital PSP game (sometimes with enhanced dual analog controls) and so much more to come. Sony stock rose slightly following the TGS showcase, Nintendo's fell by 5% after their 3DS-athon (not that we should care too much about investors but it does indicate the confidence in the product)

True, but it was just so disappointing to see the Japanese industry hardly release anything new. The games that were announced are rehashes (most interesting ones I already played) and the apps were just useless. It's a shame we're going to have to wait a couple of months after launch for something decent to be released now.

2011-09-15 18:16:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

Hey Mr. Smartass, the screen was riddled with Japanese text. We had to have anons to translate some of it, so when they said it was 24 hours we automatically assumed they translated one of the specs on the screen. Sorry for being excited about something that sounded incredible.

True, but it was just so disappointing to see the Japanese industry hardly release anything new. The games that were announced are rehashes (most interesting ones I already played) and the apps were just useless. It's a shame we're going to have to wait a couple of months after launch for something decent to be released now.

lmao, simple logic and reason would have informed you that a 24 hour battery life for such a powerful system is, for all intents and purposes, impossible. I do not know of any laptop, PMP, handheld or any other electronic device in the history of the world (that uses video) that even comes close to 24 hours. Although I am disappointed with the battery life I accept it. The 3DS in contrast offers about the same 3-5 hours playtime and takes 3.5 hours to charge vs the VITA's 2.5.

2011-09-15 19:27:00

Author:
OCK

Posts: 1536

lmao, simple logic and reason would have informed you that a 24 hour battery life for such a powerful system is, for all intents and purposes, impossible. I do not know of any laptop, PMP, handheld or any other electronic device in the history of the world (that uses video) that even comes close to 24 hours. Although I am disappointed with the battery life I accept it. The 3DS in contrast offers about the same 3-5 hours playtime and takes 3.5 hours to charge vs the VITA's 2.5.

Well, is it wrong to hope for something like it? My MP3 can survive 24 hours of playing music, and memory cards have started expanding dramatically. New technology is being developed everyday; the PSVita's RAM is higher than the PS3! So again, sorry for getting our hopes up. TBH, I had a feeling it was BS, but then again we were all hyped up for the conference so all logic flew out the window.

2011-09-16 17:38:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

Trouble is technology is advancing so quickly while battery tech isn't. It's a much more slower and painful process to increase. I was a little disappointed by the battery life, but I expected it. It's such a powerful system, there's no way it could of outdone the 3DS that much, if at all. Still, at least sony is addressing the issue by offering an external battery pack on release. Cause if you're on a trip that is longer than 3-5 hours, chances are your taking a bag so could put it in there. On travelling a long flight or something it would cause no issue at all.

About all rehashes, that's not the case. While there are tons of rehashes (that I will gladly accept! Uncharted, MGS, ZotE, resistance, cod, improved LBP etc anywhere is immense) there's some original games too, such as Sound Shapes, Gravity Daze and Escape Plan among others. There's aren't that many, but i'd say a normal amount for the launch window. In fact Vita's line-up of games is looking to be one of the most impressive line-ups ever for a system launch. THey have tons of games around launch and beyond, so I'm pretty stoked. Just wish it came out sooner!

2011-09-17 01:30:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Man... the new vita Wipeout game looks pretty amazing if i do say so myself.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTLNQphEfcI&feature=player_embedded

2011-09-17 01:40:00

Author:
Merc

Posts: 2135

I found my love for wipeout with wipeout HD... and this looks just as good

Also, including all the HD tracks and cross system play is awesome. Winner.

2011-09-17 01:43:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

ATTENTION EVERYBODY WHO WAS/IS/AND SHOULD BE DISAPPOINTED ABOUT THE BATTERY LIFE:

http://img856.imageshack.us/img856/7108/psvbattery2.jpg

Today Sony revealed a new accessory for PSVita ? external battery, which features a capacity of? 5000mAh.

And that?s more than twice as much as Vita?s internal battery has (2200mAh). So logically if PSV?s battery lasts 3-5 hours, it means the accessory can give you an additional 6-10 hours and in total you will be able to play non-stop for an incredible 9-15 hours(!).

This external battery weights 145g, its dimensions are 70x67x22mm and it will be released in Spring 2012. Price is ?undecided? yet, but I wouldn?t be very optimistic at this point. It won?t be cheap.

http://img546.imageshack.us/img546/8006/psvitaexternalbatteryac.jpg
Yep, this is how it looks.

Source: I'm Portable! (http://iamportable.com/psvita-external-batterys-capacity-to-be-5000mah-9-15h-of-playtime-in-total/)

The option to have a longer battery life? Even though it'll probably be expensive, Sony has at least done something right for a change. Vita, you're back on my "DO WANT" list!

2011-09-17 04:40:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

I don't see why people are so upset with the battery life...It's exactly the same as the PSP except now packing like 20 times the power...its not like the 3Ds where it got a huge downgrade. =/

2011-09-17 04:50:00

Author:
Unknown User

I don't see why people are so upset with the battery life...It's exactly the same as the PSP except now packing like 20 times the power...its not like the 3Ds where it got a huge downgrade. =/

The battery life of a PSP is 3-5 hours, wi-fi and everything.

The battery life of Vita is 3-5 hours with default brightness, headphones, no wifi, and pretty much no long play-time on games. It's pretty terrible when it comes to handhelds and devices; you want the newer version to become the successor of the old one in games, media, and specs.

2011-09-17 04:58:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

2011-09-17 06:22:00

Author:
Unknown User

We aren't seriously comparing the PSP and PSV are we? The PSV is so much more powerful that you really can't compare battery life. The face that it is the same is impressive. Like I said, battery tech advances so much slower than everything else.

Anyway, not a huge fan of that external battery, was hoping it would attatch to the PSP somehow! (however, I just remembered about the back touchpad, so that was unlikely anyway then)

2011-09-17 10:12:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

I'm not terribly bothered by battery life. I keep my gaming firmly in the home, I'm not one to go anywhere with my PSP.

On another note, I've never been so excited for a games system. Sony have basically done everything right, the games are awesome and plenty, and there's immense support from developers to bring more games after launch. I'm not saying the 3DS is useless, it's a great system too. But when you compare it to this, how could it not look inferior?

2011-09-17 11:29:00

Author:
talbot-trembler

Posts: 1114

Dude, I'm pretty sure a PSP can barely even touch 3 hours when you're on wifi...I play mine pretty often.
The headphones part makes it sound a little worse though and the PSP battery was never good to begin with >_<

I think it depends on your PSP model. I use the PSP-1001, so mine doesn't use too much power (the brightness is weak compared to the new models). You're also forgetting about the separate battery packs that can go longer; PSV can't attach batteries of the like.

We aren't seriously comparing the PSP and PSV are we? The PSV is so much more powerful that you really can't compare battery life. The face that it is the same is impressive. Like I said, battery tech advances so much slower than everything else.

Anyway, not a huge fan of that external battery, was hoping it would attatch to the PSP somehow! (however, I just remembered about the back touchpad, so that was unlikely anyway then)

I'm using it as an example. Again, you want the new version to become the successor. Of course I'm impressed about the power of Vita; it murders almost all handhelds in power and technology. I'm just saying it's still disappointing to see battery life not progressing as much as all the other technology.

2011-09-17 19:07:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

My laptop only lasts for 1-2 hours when playing Crysis/Witcher 2/any intensive game... So it's not exactly a terrible battery life. Then again, I play games with my laptop plugged in so that's fine. On the other hand, I can take my laptop with me in the car, or wherever, and I can plug it in while in the car... and I can therefore play any game in my steam library on high settings wherever I am...

If I hadn't got my laptop, and the PSV was the only way I could play F1 2011 while travelling then I'd buy it... But I probably don't need it. But yeah, my point was the battery isn't as bad as it could be...

2011-09-17 20:08:00

Author:
Unknown User

Hook, line, and sinker! I convinced my grandparents (And thankfully, my grandpa is tech savvy, so he knew what I was talking about...) to pre-order me a Vita with my spare Power-up rewards card for the holidays...

Now, I just have to wait.

2011-09-25 03:21:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

I wanted a Vita but lately the 3DS is starting to caught my interest.

2011-09-25 03:51:00

Author:
Unknown User

I'M BRINGING THE THREAD BACK ALIVE. CLEAR!
http://taxdollars.ocregister.com/files/2011/11/defibrillator-paddles.gif

inb4 "necromancy"
inb4 opinions
stop reading this white text

The PlayStation Vita is almost out, and we've posted our reviews for many of the titles that will be available at launch for Sony's handheld. Take a look at an excerpt of our opinions and click through for full reviews right here.

Little Deviants - "It certainly proves that the system?s various control methods can be successfully implemented on a technical level, but that doesn?t excuse the lack of substance when it comes to the content." -Joe Juba

ModNation Racers: Road Trip - "Road Trip's new touchscreen controls further refine content creation, but they aren't a game changer. Unfortunately, the lack of online multiplayer is." -Jeff Marchiafava

Super Stardust Delta - "Niggling control issues aside, Housemarque?s latest entry is a great showcase for the handheld?s beautiful screen, and a wealth of modes will keep you blasting aliens until your batteries run dry." -Jeff Cork

Ultimate Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 - "Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 is best suited for two types of Vita users ? those obsessed with the series who can?t tolerate having it out of arms reach, or anyone looking for a good fighter who hasn?t played it yet. If you?ve even spent a single night with Capcom?s comic crossover, you?ve already experienced everything the old workhorse has to offer." -Tim Turi

Uncharted: Golden Abyss - "For the first time, we?re able to play a handheld game with the scale and production values of a home console title. The base level of craftsmanship on display in Golden Abyss means you?ll get your money?s worth ? but not a penny more." -Matt Helgeson

Wipeout 2048 - "It's a competent racer, but Wipeout 2048 feels too familiar for its own good. Long loads and underwhelming touch controls don't help the matter, and may dissuade anyone who isn?t a longtime fan of the series." -Dan Ryckert

We'll update this list as more PlayStation Vita game reviews are posted throughout the week. Stay tuned!

Source: GameInformer (http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2012/02/13/playstation-vita-review-round-up.aspx)

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So, just like most people predicted: Vita has VERY bad launch titles. With Vita being released soon, how bad do you guys think the sales will do? A slow but steady race to the top, or "I'm sorry doc, but he never had a fighting chance"?

2012-02-14 03:45:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

Sony have probably done all they can to make the price what it is, but it's still too high. They've missed the christmas period when everybody goes crazy and buys everything anyway, very few people will be willing to buy a vita in the middle of February. I'm going to wait for a price cut, which going by Japan's sales, will not be long after launch.

2012-02-14 10:01:00

Author:
talbot-trembler

Posts: 1114

My brother and I are getting our Vitas tomorrow.

I have a feeling Little Deviants will only keep me entertained for like, maybe an hour, so I'm gonna try to get Uncharted: Golden Abyss. It seems like the best Vita game out so far for my tastes. (Even though it's the most expensive... >_>)

I'm mostly excited for LBP Vita whenever that's gonna come out, but there are a couple other games announced so far that interest me.

2012-02-14 12:07:00

Author:
KlawwTheClown

Posts: 1106

Im getting this the day it comes out....!

2012-02-14 14:40:00

Author:
DominationMags

Posts: 1840

I really want to get a Vita, but I just got Patapon 3...

2012-02-14 17:13:00

Author:
ALEXhatena

Posts: 1110

So I had from my pre-order from GAME online...
Wifi Vita, Uncharted, 16GB Memory Card (EU doesnt get 32GB... wtf) for ?310

Anyway I then found a different deal online which gamestop uk were doing:
3G Vita, Uncharted, 16GB Memory Card for ?320. Also, topping up your 3G ?5 in the UK gets you wipeout for free. Which was a must buy for me anyway. So it turned out it was cheaper for me to get the 3G one than the Wifi one! Winner! (Obviously there was a cheaper deal for a Wifi version... but I didn't mind how much I was currently paying anyway so getting a 3G version for cheaper with the 2 games and memory card is just win.)

Basically I would of paid ?340 for a Wifi Vita, 2 games and 16GB mem card, but instead I'm paying ?325 for the same but 3G version. WINNER

2012-02-14 22:42:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

So I had from my pre-order from GAME online...
Wifi Vita, Uncharted, 16GB Memory Card (EU doesnt get 32GB... wtf) for ?310

Anyway I then found a different deal online which gamestop uk were doing:
3G Vita, Uncharted, 16GB Memory Card for ?320. Also, topping up your 3G ?5 in the UK gets you wipeout for free. Which was a must buy for me anyway. So it turned out it was cheaper for me to get the 3G one than the Wifi one! Winner! (Obviously there was a cheaper deal for a Wifi version... but I didn't mind how much I was currently paying anyway so getting a 3G version for cheaper with the 2 games and memory card is just win.

Basically I would of paid ?340 for a Wifi Vita, 2 games and 16GB mem card, but instead I'm paying ?325 for the same but 3G version. WINNER

Does the 3G Vita come with WiFi? If it does, nice deal. If not... I'm so sorry.

2012-02-14 23:00:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

Does the 3G Vita come with WiFi? If it does, nice deal. If not... I'm so sorry.

All other 3G devices that I know of have WiFi built in, so unless Sony is trying to screw everyone, i think it'll have it.

I might be wrong though. If I am then there's a lot of complaints headed Sony's way.

2012-02-14 23:06:00

Author:
Merc

Posts: 2135

Haha ofcourse it comes with Wifi. It also has GPS which the WiFi doesn't (though that will be used in very very few games)

2012-02-14 23:14:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

So just actually read the bump post and lol'd

So, just like most people predicted: Vita has VERY bad launch titles.

Alright, let's use metacritic here to be as least bias as possible (any unrated games I'll average them myself from the 2/3 out of the 4 needed reviews)

I'll obviously leave out a number of the shocking games, but they're irrelevant as every launch has some (not all) bad titles.

Rayman Origins - 87
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/rayman-origins

Lumines: Electronic Symphony - 87
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/lumines-electronic-symphony

Super Stardust Delta - 84
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/super-stardust-delta

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend - 82/83
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/blazblue-continuum-shift-extend

Uncharted: Golden Abyss - 79
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/uncharted-golden-abyss

Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 - 79
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/ultimate-marvel-vs-capcom-3

WipEout 2048 - 78
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/wipeout-2048

Hot Shots Golf: World Invitational - 78
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/hot-shots-golf-world-invitational

FIFA Soccer - 75
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/fifa-soccer

Virtua Tennis 4: World Tour Edition - 70
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/virtua-tennis-4-world-tour-edition

Touch My Katamari - 69
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/touch-my-katamari/critic-reviews

ModNation Racers: Road Trip - 61
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/modnation-racers-road-trip

Little Deviants - 57
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/little-deviants

Reality Fighters - 56
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/reality-fighters

These scores will clearly change as the days go by, and many games haven't been reviewed yet that will be out at release... but to say these are bad launch titles is almost nonsense! I've collected the ones which are currently the best, and also added a few disappointments (or just well advertised but clearly bad games).

4 games in the 80's and 6 in the 70's is a great launch up imo. Because these scores mean some people rated them from the 90's to 60's. ie, if it's your thing you'll probably really enjoy it. There's also some fantastic looking games on the horizon such as gravity rush.

There's only one disappointment for me so far and that's Wipeout. I truly expected it to do better, but 90% of the issues could easily be patched, and the actual gameplay is at its best in this iteration so I know I'll still enjoy it (as I'm a huge HD fan).

This is actually one of the best line-up of launch games ever released for a system. To say they're bad (like we're going to compare them with games 5 years into a consoles life) is absurd.

2012-02-14 23:59:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

All other 3G devices that I know of have WiFi built in, so unless Sony is trying to screw everyone, i think it'll have it.

I might be wrong though. If I am then there's a lot of complaints headed Sony's way.

Exactly. Usually I would assume it came with it, but this is Sony we're dealing with. They haven't been giving us good news lately.

2012-02-15 00:02:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

Lol it has Wifi. It's called the 3G/Wifi version, as apposed to the Wifi version.

Re-reading some of this thread I've noticed a trend in you Cyber where you seem to bash the system, or express negativity without really much to go along with it. It's almost like you want the Vita to fail? :S

Anyway, I can see this going in a similar way to the PS3. Crappy launch, but slowly leading up to something excellent over the years.

2012-02-15 00:14:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Well yes, there is the Metacritic scores, but let's review the games WITHOUT troll reviews.

Rayman Origins - 87
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/rayman-origins

The only good game IMO. I saw gameplay footage of it, and I have been dying to buy it since.

Lumines: Electronic Symphony - 87
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/lumines-electronic-symphony

Haven't played it, so this one is neutral.

Super Stardust Delta - 84
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/super-stardust-delta

Haven't tried the Vita one, but I am a fan of the series.

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend - 82/83
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/blazblue-continuum-shift-extend

Haven't heard of it. Neutral.

Uncharted: Golden Abyss - 79
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/uncharted-golden-abyss

It's more of a port than an original game, and Uncharted to me is a boring experience now that they turned the series from "action packed adventure game" to "Uncharted: The Playable Movie". Me and my friend played 1 and 2, and we loved them (I got out of buying them by playing at his house), but then he bought 3. We btoh found it boring, so we stopped playing and played MK instead. I'll buy 3 when it goes down in prices to see how the game ends.

Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 - 79
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/ultimate-marvel-vs-capcom-3

Port, and the game got boring after 20 minutes.

WipEout 2048 - 78
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/wipeout-2048

Going by your word alone, it must have been a disappointment. HOWEVER, it could be fixed, so neutral.

Hot Shots Golf: World Invitational - 78
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/hot-shots-golf-world-invitational

FIFA Soccer - 75
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/fifa-soccer

Virtua Tennis 4: World Tour Edition - 70
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/virtua-tennis-4-world-tour-edition

Touch My Katamari - 69
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/touch-my-katamari/critic-reviews

Almost nobody plays these games. Only one I find interesting from these is Katamari, but the series has been going down drain lately.

ModNation Racers: Road Trip - 61
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/modnation-racers-road-trip

No online multiplayer = no point. They killed any last hope of this series's redemption. May it rest in peace.

Little Deviants - 57
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/little-deviants

Reality Fighters - 56
http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/reality-fighters

Little Deviants looks like it'll only be enjoyable for like 1-2 hours, tops. Reality Fighters also doesn't seem as interesting.

So, let's see the numbers:

Good: 2
Neutral: 4 (I don't like Uncharted anymore, but since other people do I put it in neutral)
Bad: 8

What also makes this a bad launch for the Vita is Uncharted, the supposed-to-be star of the show. It didn't do terrible, but it didn't do great. The two games I wish were launch titles are LittleBigPlanet and Gravity Rush (or Gravity Daze as they call it in Japan). These could have helped Vita seem like the powerhouse device, but these launch titles don't necessarily help Vita look like a new, better gaming device.

EDIT:

Re-reading some of this thread I've noticed a trend in you Cyber where you seem to bash the system, or express negativity without really much to go along with it. It's almost like you want the Vita to fail? :S

It's not that I hate Vita; in fact, I love the new device. I'm just really disappointed in Sony's decisions. It's like they want to reenact their PS3 launch.

2012-02-15 00:27:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

No matter what you think of the games, fact is the ratings are good (apart from the last 3/4 which was to say there are obviously crap games on the system).

Though to point out your uncharted note, all the reviews say this one is more about gameplay than story, so that actually may float your boat a bit more. It's let down by its lack of variety in the environment though.

FIFA Soccer - 75
http://www.metacritic.com/game/plays...ta/fifa-soccer

Almost nobody plays these games. Only one I find interesting from these is Katamari, but the series has been going down drain lately.

Also, this stood out massively... really?! Fifa sells absolutely tons. It's just that most people who browse gaming websites (ie the more geeky of us) aren't generally the ones to buy it. Heck, if I based sales from what I read on the internet I wouldn't of thought CoD would sell one game. Almost everyone seems to hate it!

Also, your 'troll reviews' note is moot. You get haters and lovers, and metacritic takes both these into account (Which you can see on games like Super Stardust). I'd say the scores are fairly accurate.

2012-02-15 00:43:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

True. The average gamer (or casual gamer) does tend to be more interested in FIFA and those other types of games, so I guess Vita has that audience in sight. There's no denying it, however: it's not the best launch ever. You said it yourself: sales will be slow at the start. I'm pretty sure Vita will come up with great games, but for now I'm not persuaded enough to buy one off the shelves.

Time will tell, it seems.

2012-02-15 01:06:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

Yeh, the price is pretty steep too. I actually think the price for the system itself is spot on, but the memory cards is where they screwed up the cost.

I am actually very interested to see how it does over in US/EU, as the games are certainly more Western based. My personal prediction though is fairly poor, but I can see it becoming awesome a couple years down the line. I'm only now starting to understand how amazing the Near functionality can be when used correctly in a game.

2012-02-15 01:16:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

I would like to know how the joysticks feel....durable?

2012-02-15 10:14:00

Author:
BasketSnake

Posts: 2391

All other 3G devices that I know of have WiFi built in, so unless Sony is trying to screw everyone, i think it'll have it.

My phone doesn't :/

Anywho, I'm not buying this until LBP comes out. I don't have enough money as it is and none of the launch titles spark any interest, so that just confirms it.

2012-02-15 11:10:00

Author:
kirbyman62

Posts: 1893

Bump! This is out in 2 days. Who else has got this pre-ordered? My travel case and hori protector arrived today, so now I'm just waiting on the 3G vita!

I've also pre-ordered Uncharted 3 and a 16GB card. Will also get wipeout for ?5 through the 3G deal, and then also buy super stardust (cause its awesome), motorstorm RC (Cause it's a bargain), and maybe Escape Plan as it seems to be getting good reviews.

2012-02-20 15:43:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Bump! This is out in 2 days. Who else has got this pre-ordered? My travel case and hori protector arrived today, so now I'm just waiting on the 3G vita!

I don't have any friends on my friends list who have one yet, so it's kinda lonely, but I can just message some PS3 friends and start a conversation.

Like I predicted, Little Deviants was fun for about a day, then I went out and bought Uncharted: Golden Abyss and Lumines Electronic Symphony. Those are fun games.

Lumines doesn't have a lot of modes or anything, but... It's Lumines. It gets addicting, and I find myself playing one game of Voyage mode for over an hour at a time, because it goes on until your blocks hit the top of the screen, plus the background and the music change every 5 minutes or so, so it stays fresh. (Oh, and I've got the 252nd highest score on the leaderboard now)

My brother already beat Uncharted on the 2nd day we had it... He did play for 6 hours at a time though. Twice. (6 hours one day, 6 the next)

2012-02-20 16:33:00

Author:
KlawwTheClown

Posts: 1106

Darn! I forgot about Lumines, I also want that D: Looking forward to wednesday now, new tech is always fun

2012-02-20 17:07:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Well, Vita's been getting a more ad time on television (Comedy Central for one), so I think Sony going to attempt to actually sell Vita now instead of letting it die like in Japan.

2012-02-20 18:47:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

@CyberSora: Yeah, Sony is spending $50 mil on the marketing, so I hope it pays off for them in the end.

But on another note, I already have my Uncharted Copy and I pre-ordered my Vita. Can't wait for Wednesday!
Escape Plan looks so good! I'm going to be even more broke by the end of the week.

Also, does anyone have a clue when LBPVIta is coming out? I'm really looking forward to that game...

2012-02-20 23:52:00

Author:
Random

Posts: 673

These next 2 days are gonna go by SO slowly... MAN IM EXCITED THOUGH.

2012-02-21 00:57:00

Author:
jalr2d2

Posts: 256

I have pre-ordered it, though I do not have a memory card yet. I'm looking really forward to it, even if critics don't think much of the handheld.

2012-02-21 09:37:00

Author:
moonwire

Posts: 1627

1 Day left here!

Maybe I shouldn't have used all my Christmas money on a new iPod touch...

2012-02-21 11:32:00

Author:
ConverseFox

Posts: 2333

Game Group (Game, Gamestation and Gameplay) will not be stocking Ubisofts Vita launch line up.
http://www.vg247.com/2012/02/21/game-will-not-stock-ubisoft-vita-launch-titles-in-uk/

2012-02-21 16:21:00

Author:
Rabid-Coot

Posts: 6728

I just got a ******* 3DS. I think I might pick up a bundle with LBP when it's out. I know such a bundle isn't confirmed but come one....no brainer.

2012-02-21 19:28:00

Author:
BasketSnake

Posts: 2391

what exactly is the point in 3g? what does it do that the VITA couldn't do without it?
And what makes it worth ?50 extra over the non-3G version?

2012-02-21 20:54:00

Author:
Smudge228

Posts: 533

what exactly is the point in 3g? what does it do that the VITA couldn't do without it?
And what makes it worth ?50 extra over the non-3G version?

Online via mobile phone networks.

2012-02-21 20:59:00

Author:
Rabid-Coot

Posts: 6728

Game Group (Game, Gamestation and Gameplay) will not be stocking Ubisofts Vita launch line up.
http://www.vg247.com/2012/02/21/game-will-not-stock-ubisoft-vita-launch-titles-in-uk/

Not suprised, they're not stocking anything these days! They're in a bad place right now lol.

3G Vita should be in my hands tomorrow

With all my savings the vita itself would of cost me ?217. Absolute bargain! ?13 cheaper than the RRP of the Wifi version! Also got all my Vita downloads on the go on my PS3, and am also playing the PS3 version of motorstorm RC. Pretty fun, definatly a portable focused game so looking forward to playing with it on my vita

Bring on tomorrow!

2012-02-21 23:37:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Getting this later today

But I don't have enough money to get any games for it

2012-02-22 14:17:00

Author:
DominationMags

Posts: 1840

I HAVE IT!! D:< And it is beautiful ;~; I recommend to buy it guys!

2012-02-22 14:38:00

Author:
doggy97

Posts: 964

Been playing mine for a while, absolutely amazing device! Screen is immense, and the sticks are great - though will take a little while to get used to. Got my hori screen protector on it ok though

Also topped up my 3G ?5 and got wipeout for free. Winner!

2012-02-22 14:46:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Yup, GOT IT! Very cool device. Feels great in the hands, and controls like a champ.

2012-02-22 19:06:00

Author:
CCubbage

Posts: 4430

YAY! I bought it! It is an amazing device and Uncharted Golden abyss is awesome!

2012-02-22 19:22:00

Author:
himoks

Posts: 734

Gotta be said... this lineup is insanely good. Uncharted, Wipeout, Motorstorm RC, Escape Plan and Super Stardust are all fantastic games that take full advantage of the Vita's features. So impressed. I even enjoyed the free augmented reality games, if it was just for showing off the tech lol.

2012-02-22 21:08:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Just got this

But my PS3 Has to update in order to sync accounts

73% there!

EDIT: 75% now.

2012-02-23 01:50:00

Author:
DominationMags

Posts: 1840

gotta be said... This lineup is insanely good. Uncharted, wipeout, motorstorm rc, escape plan and super stardust are all fantastic games that take full advantage of the vita's features. So impressed. I even enjoyed the free augmented reality games, if it was just for showing off the tech lol.
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WHAT?! WHERE DID YOU GET THIS INFORMATION FROM? I NEED A CITATION, NOW.

2012-02-23 02:48:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

argh, so jealous of you guys. I think I've convinced myself to go ahead and get it. How are the other functions such as web capabilities.

2012-02-23 03:17:00

Author:
biorogue

Posts: 8424

It's so good, I'm glad Sony pulled through with this. Possibly the best handheld launch ever!

I havent the money to buy any games, but I've played some of the demos ad my GOD do they look good!

Can't wait to get my hands on lbpv i might never put it down

2012-02-23 03:30:00

Author:
comishguy67

Posts: 849

Welcome park is a lot more fun than I thought it would be. Digit tap is great.

Ijust need to improve my time by .324 seconds to get that trophy....

2012-02-23 05:08:00

Author:
jalr2d2

Posts: 256

My brother got a Vita with Rayman....but he didn't get a memory card!! aaaaaaahahahah he can't play ****zzzz ahaha hilariousssss.

2012-02-24 20:57:00

Author:
BasketSnake

Posts: 2391

Having a blast with my system... got the 3g/wifi bundle even though I only paid for the wifi.

My favorite game on this so far is Escape Plan. The art style on that game is really cool. But I'm so pumped for LBP Vita, it looks so good!

2012-02-24 22:10:00

Author:
Random

Posts: 673

2012-02-24 22:29:00

Author:
Super_Clone

Posts: 849

How did you do that? I'm not really sure what I want to do about the Vita. I really want it now, but I'm only fifteen so three-hundred is a lot. The game I'm looking forward to is obviously LittleBIGPlanet Vita, but do you guys has any clue whether I'd get and discounts or other bonuses by waiting? Bundles, perhaps? Oh, and what would you suggest for someone my age, Wi-Fi or 3G? I realize it's a personal preference, but...

I'm 15 as well, and I'm waiting for Vita. The price will drop naturally after a while, it's a pricing technique electronic companies use to put it up really high at first, plus game stores will probably start doing more deals to try and get more customers in after a while. Unless there's something other than LBPVita you desperately want, I would wait.

As for 3G/WiFi, depends. 3G will give you internet 'out and about', whereas WiFi only gives you internet in WiFi-enabled areas, like your house of McDonalds. Depends how much you'll want to use internet on it. As you can save levels on Vita (I think), I'm just getting WiFi, I've lived fine with just WiFi on my DS.'

EDIT: Having said that, I believe 3G is generally a lot better in the US than it is in the UK, so it might be more worth it for you. I'm not entirely sure.

2012-02-24 22:38:00

Author:
kirbyman62

Posts: 1893

WiFi only gives you internet in WiFi-enabled areas, like your house of McDonalds.

I have the Wi-Fi version and I don't live in McDonalds.

...

But yeah. I think it depends what kinds of games you're gonna want. If you're gonna play a lot of online shooting games, or racing games or stuff like that, AND you find yourself not being at home very often, then 3G is probably better for you.

I, personally, will most likely only use mine for single player games and LBP Vita (but we'll see what happens when other games come out) plus I'm always at home, so I got the Wi-Fi model.

It also helps that in Canada, you can't even get the 3G PS Vita. They made my decision for me.

2012-02-24 22:56:00

Author:
KlawwTheClown

Posts: 1106

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZ6I6EK0KKo

Neat!

2012-02-25 18:11:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

2012-02-25 18:47:00

Author:
fullofwin

Posts: 1214

My only gripe with the Vita is the battery. It lasts about as long as the 3000 as advertised...but at least with the PSP you could get 7-9 hours by buying the extended battery. I also don't like not be able to change the battery myself. Everything else about the system is amazing.

Yeah, the Apple devices don't allow changing batteries, so most likely Sony is following them.... in fact, the Vita looks a lot like an iPhone....

The charge happens through a USB, and seems to work with a normal car charger.... I wonder if Vita would work with one of the many USB-based portable chargers? If so, there may already be an answer for the extended battery issue.

2012-02-26 22:36:00

Author:
CCubbage

Posts: 4430

I have the Wi-Fi version and I don't live in McDonalds.

Blasted typos!

Anywho, I saw on in Costco and it's a lot bigger than I expected. It was cheaper as well, part of me wanted to go "stuff it, just buy it now". I didn't.

2012-02-27 17:25:00

Author:
kirbyman62

Posts: 1893

2012-02-28 13:03:00

Author:
Ayneh

Posts: 2454

I got mine yesterday. I had been saving for ages, and it looks worth it. My game hasn't come yet though, so I haven't tried using it fully.

2012-02-28 17:33:00

Author:
PygmyOwl

Posts: 1316

The charge happens through a USB, and seems to work with a normal car charger.... I wonder if Vita would work with one of the many USB-based portable chargers? If so, there may already be an answer for the extended battery issue.It's possible it would work, but I haven't tried it yet. I did take a close look at the Vita charger and I noticed the output is 1.5A (A=amps), which is actually quite a bit. For reference, iPhones use 0.5A which is standard USB output, while iPads require 1.0A to charge. I have been able to get my iPad to charge on a standard USB car charger but it took quite a while, so I can only guess it was around 0.8A or so.

ANYWAY, I would not be surprised if the Vita will not charge on anything other than the Vita charger itself due to the amperage requirements. The good news is that you're unlikely to blow out the battery trying it on different chargers because they will pretty much always be underpowered.

2012-02-28 17:52:00

Author:
Taffey

Posts: 3187

First week sales compared to other handhelds.

http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd387/sparks98765/USA.png

http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd387/sparks98765/Europe-1.png

http://i1217.photobucket.com/albums/dd387/sparks98765/Global-4.png

I think you have to take in to account 2 things:

1) The market - 3DS (for example) is marketed at the more casual gamer, which (I'm assuming) helps with sales.
2) Economy - compared to the time when the DS and PSP were released, the economy is far worse.

2012-02-28 17:58:00

Author:
Ali_Star

Posts: 4085

It's possible it would work, but I haven't tried it yet. I did take a close look at the Vita charger and I noticed the output is 1.5A (A=amps), which is actually quite a bit. For reference, iPhones use 0.5A which is standard USB output, while iPads require 1.0A to charge. I have been able to get my iPad to charge on a standard USB car charger but it took quite a while, so I can only guess it was around 0.8A or so.

ANYWAY, I would not be surprised if the Vita will not charge on anything other than the Vita charger itself due to the amperage requirements. The good news is that you're unlikely to blow out the battery trying it on different chargers because they will pretty much always be underpowered.

yeah, you wouldnt blow the vita but the chargers you test it on

2012-02-28 17:59:00

Author:
StaticLinuxpro

Posts: 482

I plan to get the vita this summer, since I'm getting a job by that time. I'll pretty much use it for youtube, a few games, and maybe other stuff.

2012-02-29 00:55:00

Author:
majormel84

Posts: 398

modnation racers road trip was a let down. no multiplayer,slow downs,long load times,and touch can be a bit unresponsive.

2012-02-29 01:40:00

Author:
Sunbunny23

Posts: 995

[Caps bypass.]
WHAT?! WHERE DID YOU GET THIS INFORMATION FROM? I NEED A CITATION, NOW.

Eh? I own them lol, not sure what you mean!

Anyway, still loving this. Also got rayman for the missus as she likes it, and it's a brilliant game fair play. The connectivity with this device is what impresses me most. People from near have added me to compete, and near gets notifications every day. Works well!

2012-03-01 18:21:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Back in November, we revealed that Evolution Studios was working on a new title, MotorStorm RC, which would be released in the US as a downloadable game for both the PlayStation 3 and the PlayStation Vita.
The game received critical praise when it launched in the UK two weeks ago. We think you?ll agree that the wait was worth it, as we are pleased to not only announce that the PS3 version will be available beginning tomorrow separately for $9.99 ($7.49 for PlayStation Plus subscribers), but to also let you know that the PS Vita version of MotorStorm RC will also be available as a free download thanks to our partners at Scion.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7041/6947825871_e0464c5711_z.jpg

That?s right?for a limited time, the complete Vita MotorStorm RC game is available for download absolutely free ? no additional purchases necessary! Not only that, but you?ll be able to drive a custom RC version of Scion?s iQ which is exclusive to the PS Vita version of the game. And be sure to check out the plethora of downloadable content which will become available for purchase for both versions of the game tomorrow.
MotorStorm RC features 16 unique tracks spread across four extreme environments, including the dusty desert mesas of Monument Valley, the dangerous jungles of a Pacific Island, the icy tundra at the Arctic Edge, and the apocalyptic ruins of a destroyed urban city. Players can conquer these environments in powerful radio-controlled vehicles, with hundreds of uniquely customized models to collect in 8 distinct categories: Buggies, Superminis, Rally Cars, Muscle Cars, Racing Trucks, Supercars, Big Rigs and Monster Trucks.

Visit the PlayStation Store on PS Vita tomorrow afternoon (Pacific time) to download your free game. And after you?ve taken the RC iQ for a spin in the virtual MotorStorm world, you can always check out this new vehicle in the ?real world? at a Scion dealer near you. Enjoy!

Huh... what a good way to kill some time.

2012-03-06 01:38:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

Wow! That's really good news - I was thinking of picking up the game for my Vita anyway.

2012-03-06 18:52:00

Author:
Taffey

Posts: 3187

Huh... what a good way to kill some time.

Eh? I'm confused. The full game was released for PS3 the same time as the Vita version. Infact I played it on the PS3 while waiting for my Vita to arrive, because if you buy it once you get both.

*is confused*

OOOH, is it not out in US yet?

2012-03-06 20:14:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

No, it is not out in the us right now, hopefuly its coming out tonight, if not realy soon. Im realy looking foward to it!

2012-03-06 20:34:00

Author:
Unknown User

Still not entirely convinced to if I should buy one. The most I've used a handheld gaming device is like 20 hours. Probably gonna wait for LBP Vita.

2012-03-06 21:48:00

Author:
Alec

Posts: 3871

Eh? I'm confused. The full game was released for PS3 the same time as the Vita version. Infact I played it on the PS3 while waiting for my Vita to arrive, because if you buy it once you get both.

*is confused*

OOOH, is it not out in US yet?

I'm just... wait what? How did you take my comment out of context? I was talking about a good way to kill some time on the Vita, like how office workers play Solitaire when they have nothing to do and they just want to kill some time.

2012-03-07 00:04:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

I'm just... wait what? How did you take my comment out of context? I was talking about a good way to kill some time on the Vita, like how office workers play Solitaire when they have nothing to do and they just want to kill some time.

What? I was referencing your Motorstorm quote that its coming today. Your text just happened to be the only thing that showed. I was confused because it launched with the Vita in the UK, and didn't realise it wasn't released in the US.

2012-03-07 14:27:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Can someone reccomend some titles out right now that I can pick up when I get my Vita for my Birthday? I'm eyeing uncharted and/or Rayman origins. This is a toughy! :/

2012-03-12 23:56:00

Author:
grayspence

Posts: 1990

Can someone reccomend some titles out right now that I can pick up when I get my Vita for my Birthday? I'm eyeing uncharted and/or Rayman origins. This is a toughy! :/

I was going to pick up Rayman Origins, but the dude behind the counter told me not to.

...Well, because the Vita version doesn't have multiplayer. Then I figured I may as well get the PS3 version sometime soon instead.

Lumines Electronic Symphony is my favourite Vita game so far, out of all 4 that I played. Uncharted is good too, but Lumines games can last forever, and... It gets really addicting.

2012-03-13 01:03:00

Author:
KlawwTheClown

Posts: 1106

Can someone reccomend some titles out right now that I can pick up when I get my Vita for my Birthday? I'm eyeing uncharted and/or Rayman origins. This is a toughy! :/Get Wipeout - it's epic!

And don't forget about MotorStorm RC. It's even epic-er and 100% more free than Wipeout.

2012-03-13 01:27:00

Author:
Taffey

Posts: 3187

Get Wipeout - it's epic!

And don't forget about MotorStorm RC. It's even epic-er and 100% more free than Wipeout.

Speaking of which... Taffey! Step your game up, it's getting cold up here from the top of the leaderboards

Also - I can vouch that Rayman is worth it on the Vita. No multiplayer, but Overall more content!

2012-03-13 05:10:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

Is the Vita worth it then? Might pick one up over Easter to will the long train journeys between home and Uni...

2012-03-14 14:40:00

Author:
Unknown User

Is the Vita worth it then?

Probably not...but you really need to answer that question for yourself. The hardware is fantastic (except for the craptastic battery life) and the launch titles are solid but for the most part it's stuff you can get for the PS3 already. When titles like LBP and Gravity Rush become available it will be easier to justify owning one.

My favorite Vita title is HotShots Golf. It's the familiar HotShots experience you get from the PS3 and PSP titles, but it's a great series and I really like playing it on the Vita.

Everyone should play Rayman Origins, it's just charming and great fun. If you have a PS3 I'd get the PS3 version. The sticks on the Vita are good for their size but you can't beat the dual shock.

As much as I love the Wipeout series, Wipeout for the Vita is a bit of a disappointment. First the load times are horrible. Second the ship doesn't control like it used to. Air brakes are almost completely unnecessary since the tracks are so wide and the left stick turns the ship easily. The fact that the default control scheme relegates airbrakes to a single button instead keeping them as independent L/R shoulder buttons speaks volumes about how useful they are for steering. Using the standard Wipeout control scheme trying to accelerate and use/discard power-ups is also very awkward. If you have Wipeout for the PS3 you don't need an inferior Vita version do you?

MotorStorm RC is a good title and works really well on the Vita...but again, identical game on the PS3. Not sure how much longer the Vita version will be free but it's only $10 anyway.

2012-03-14 16:01:00

Author:
fullofwin

Posts: 1214

As someone who is completely in love with the Vita (and I am definitely not the only one), I'll add my opinion in here.

Probably not...but you really need to answer that question for yourself. The hardware is fantastic (except for the craptastic battery life)This is a fair statement as the battery life is a bit short. This has been a major problem with many recent hardware releases though (including the original PSP), but most notably with the iPhone. The reason for the poor battery performance is because of the stellar processor performance. I find that it will last a good 3 or 4 hours at least even with the most processor-heavy titles, much more for the simpler stuff like Minis and apps.

the launch titles are solid but for the most part it's stuff you can get for the PS3 already. When titles like LBP and Gravity Rush become available it will be easier to justify owning one.Yes and no. For me personally, I felt that there were enough Vita exclusives to justify buying the hardware - Escape Plan in particular is excellent. I understand what you mean about having some of the games on the PS3 as well, what with versions of Lumines and Uncharted being available on the PS3, but they aren't the same. I was (and still am!) genuinely excited to see exclusive new titles for both of those series, despite that a similar gaming experience was available on the PS3. And let's not forget that this gaming is on the go. That right there is a system seller for me, even if the games were identical, which they are not.

As much as I love the Wipeout series, Wipeout for the Vita is a bit of a disappointment. First the load times are horrible.As a matter of opinion, I won't disagree with you here. I do find that the load times are long-ish, but nothing out of the ordinary really. Seems about normal to me. *shrug*

Second the ship doesn't control like it used to. Air brakes are almost completely unnecessary since the tracks are so wide and the left stick turns the ship easily.I have to completely disagree here. Apparently you haven't used the Piranha speed ship on A+ class. You have to be pretty decent with your airbraking to get around any track with that ship.

I have played just about every Wipeout game available all the way back to the original, and I have also played both of the PSP versions. This game feels and plays exactly like all of them (except for perhaps the original, which is quite a bit trickier). As for track width, again I disagree. Some tracks have wider sections, yes, but there are also some very narrow sections.

The fact that the default control scheme relegates airbrakes to a single button instead keeping them as independent L/R shoulder buttons speaks volumes about how useful they are for steering.That was the case with both PSP Wipeout titles, so it is nothing new. The chosen default control scheme says nothing about how the game plays.

Using the standard Wipeout control scheme trying to accelerate and use/discard power-ups is also very awkward.I don't understand this point, as it is the same control scheme that has been around since 1995. It is no more (or less) awkward now than it ever was.

If you have Wipeout for the PS3 you don't need an inferior Vita version do you?I do, yes. I want to play it when I'm not at home.

Sorry for getting on your case for this stuff fullofwin - I just really love Wipeout is all and I am willing to risk the perception of a bit of fanboy-ism to defend a title that I believe is a VERY solid entry to the list of games for the Vita.

Is the Vita worth it then? Might pick one up over Easter to will the long train journeys between home and Uni...I happen to think it's one of the best platforms that Sony has ever released. They really did an excellent job with it.

2012-03-14 18:55:00

Author:
Taffey

Posts: 3187

I have to completely disagree here. Apparently you haven't used the Piranha speed ship on A+ class. You have to be pretty decent with your airbraking to get around any track with that ship.

No, I didn't get that far...I just got the game to be honest, that was just my initial impression and there's a lot of hours of play to contend with before the highest speed classes get unlocked. I've played all the Wipeout games too and to me the ship handles goofy. That's not to say it's not a good game, it's just different and not as good as the PS3 version. Prior to the original PSP Wipeout my favorite was Wipeout XL. When the PSP version came out it just felt right, the Vita version feels wrong.

I've got other games I can play on the Vita...I'm not really a mobile gamer, I'm usually sitting on my couch in front of 50" tv when I play my PSP or Vita so as a rule I generally don't buy the same game for both and prefer the console versions. As for the "awkward" control scheme, that's the shape of the Vita...it's big and flat...and maybe I'm not holding it correctly, but I can't easily hold X to accelerate and hit box or circle with my thumb...I didn't have a problem with this on the PSP or the dual shock.

I happen to think it's one of the best platforms that Sony has ever released. They really did an excellent job with it.

Completely agree, I love the Vita and am very happy with it (except the un-upgradeble battery!)...but I've always been an early adopter. There's just no reason to jump on the Vita now if you're strapped for cash and there isn't a game out that you *must* have, that's all.

Sorry for getting on your case for this stuff fullofwin - I just really love Wipeout is all and I am willing to risk the perception of a bit of fanboy-ism to defend a title that I believe is a VERY solid entry to the list of games for the Vita.

No worries, I think everyone knows it's all just opinion...and I pretty much expected it when I posted. Personally I wouldn't recommend getting a Vita for Wipeout, but that's just me...and hey if $350 is burning a hole in your wallet, by all means get one!

This game feels and plays exactly like all of them.

btw: You lose credibility with this statement. Wipeout Fusion for the PS2 was an abomination and Wipeout 3 was hideous and horrible.

2012-03-14 20:30:00

Author:
fullofwin

Posts: 1214

I've done 2048,49 and 50 on Wipeout and Elite'd it all. Just starting to unlock the secret A+ ones now. First off - change the controll settings to the classic controls.

I have no idea why they made the default ones different, but the old way is much better and a simple change in the options changes it back. Also, once the speed increases the tracks become just as challenging, particularly the later ones. The ships all handle very differently too so try to find the right balance for you, and always pick your ship on depending on what game type it is.

For me, the only thing that lets the game down is the framerate. Rest is brilliant.

2012-03-15 03:20:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

I've done 2048,49 and 50 on Wipeout and Elite'd it all. Just starting to unlock the secret A+ ones now. First off - change the controll settings to the classic controls.

I have no idea why they made the default ones different, but the old way is much better and a simple change in the options changes it back.

The default control scheme makes a lot of sense for the Vita layout and I find it far more comfortable/convenient; I can definitely see why it's the default. I just refuse to play a Wipeout game without independent air brake controls, it's a car without wheels otherwise.

The only powerup I'm having trouble with now is the machine guns, I'll most likely just start discarding these. I also noticed that the pilot assist has 3 settings and defaults to being partially on, I turned this off too.

I still rate this the 3rd best entry in the series: Wipeout HD/Fury > Wipeout Pure > Wipeout 2048

2012-03-15 15:29:00

Author:
fullofwin

Posts: 1214

The default control scheme makes a lot of sense for the Vita layout and I find it far more comfortable/convenient; I can definitely see why it's the default. I just refuse to play a Wipeout game without independent air brake controls, it's a car without wheels otherwise.

http://i44.tinypic.com/25aqe7d.jpg

Wait... can you elaborate on this?

2012-03-15 22:22:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

He's saying that trying to drive a wipeout vehicle without independent airbrakes would be the same as trying to drive a car without any wheels.

A fair comparison.

2012-03-16 01:12:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Hmmm...maybe "invisible wheels" would have worked better...probably not.

What I was trying to get at is that the independent L/R brakes are what helps separate this from other racing games that feature cars that basically need to brake in a straight lne. You lose a lot of finesse not being able to jink around turns by tapping a single air brake, it becomes pretty necessary for the higher speed classes...and it's very satisfying when done properly. The default controls are basically trying to be more beginner friendly.

2012-03-16 03:00:00

Author:
fullofwin

Posts: 1214

He's saying that trying to drive a wipeout vehicle without independent airbrakes would be the same as trying to drive a car without any wheels.

A fair comparison.

Ah. It's just that without WipEout's vehicles having no wheels at all, I assumed he was just pointing out something obvious.

Carry on.

2012-03-16 05:56:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

I want them to make a racing game based off the wipeout vehicles when they did have wheels. It just looks so awesome!

1:10 onwards in the intro vid:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsDHzBk8P9Y

2012-03-16 20:06:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

I want them to make a racing game based off the wipeout vehicles when they did have wheels. It just looks so awesome!

The driving on the walls made me think of Rollcage, ever play that series? I wouldn't mind a sequel, the vehicles were double sided so they could flip over and keep driving, made for some interesting races.

2012-03-16 21:03:00

Author:
fullofwin

Posts: 1214

I want them to make a racing game based off the wipeout vehicles when they did have wheels. It just looks so awesome!

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41QE-b10C2L._SL500_AA300_.jpg

I miss this game so much.

2012-03-16 22:19:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41QE-b10C2L._SL500_AA300_.jpg

I miss this game so much.

Kinetica...I played the heck out of that! I still have my copy, I should pop it in the PS3 and see if it holds up. Could do a really cool update on this game with today's hardware, it always bugged me that your "suit" had a fake shadow.

2012-03-16 23:08:00

Author:
fullofwin

Posts: 1214

Lol based on the recent discussion, I think Wipeout should have its own thread!

Anyway, I think I'm getting Rayman origins regaurdless of it it's multiplayer capable or not. It looks like a lot of fun!

Oh, and the wipeout cars with stage 2 wheels would be really cool to race with. Maybe it could be a DLC car or something in the future?

2012-03-17 02:09:00

Author:
grayspence

Posts: 1990

Me and my gf completed rayman together, it's awesome!

And I just think by that 1 min clip it deserves a game of its own. While the black low car wasn't so interesting, the other one looked amazing and the handling could be awesome.
I remember rollcage on PS1... i had the demo for it xD Played it tons!

2012-03-17 02:55:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Lol based on the recent discussion, I think Wipeout should have its own thread!

I just beat Rayman, so I'm starting to go for the Platinum.

Anyways... Even without the Multiplayer it has more content due to the Relics/Ghost Mode.

2012-03-17 04:51:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

I'm gonna be going to my Aunties over the weekend with the family, so a pretty decent journey, and therefore decided that since I want one anyway, now is the time.

And of course, both Game and Gamestation are now shut in the 3 places nearest me. I wouldn't mind so much, but I wanna trade my PSP GO, since I have no other use for it, may not get much but it might let me get another game...

I'll probably still buy one though. Thinking about the wireless model (no need for 3G, my iPhone does everything I want and I can't afford more contract moneys) with Wipeout and Blazblue. However I also like the look of MvC3, Uncharted and Hot Shots golf (that game is fun, even though I despise golf...) I dunno, thoughts?

2012-03-28 00:28:00

Author:
Unknown User

MvC3 is a bad port, Uncharted you should wait to get a greatest hits version... and Hot Shots is fun. I don't usually like golf, but I like it.

Also... Rayman, if you haven't already. Plat'd it a few days ago.

2012-03-28 00:39:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

Have you considered dumping the PSP Go at CEX http://uk.webuy.com/search/index.php?stext=psp+go&ispostback=1&mode=buy&refinecat=766

2012-03-28 00:47:00

Author:
Rabid-Coot

Posts: 6728

If you can, getting a PSN card is well worth the money.

The two best games on their at the moment, IMO, are "Mutant Blobs Attack!" and "Plants vrs. Zombies" (This version is the full thing, Survival, make your own zombies, all 50 levels, zen mode, etc)
Highly, highly reccomend it!

2012-03-28 02:54:00

Author:
grayspence

Posts: 1990

Does anyone know anything about LBP2- Vita?

2012-03-28 02:59:00

Author:
Undarivik

Posts: 442

Does anyone know anything about LBP2- Vita?

If it's not in the thread in the news section, we don't know about it. This includes the release date unfortunately.

2012-03-28 03:02:00

Author:
grayspence

Posts: 1990

Is a memory card necessary to have game saves for a regular game, such as Uncharted: GA?

2012-03-28 04:04:00

Author:
ATMLVE

Posts: 1177

Yep, you need a mem card. But most Vita deals come with a free 4gb card so its not an issue really.

2012-03-28 17:56:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Just traded in my 360 and PSP for a PSV and Uncharted (go to heck Microsoft!)
MFW I now own only Ninty and Sony consoles/handhelds.
MFW I'm posting this on a microsoft OS.
MFW I have no face.

PSN poorjack... Add me if you have a Vita

2012-03-29 08:26:00

Author:
poorjack

Posts: 1806

2012-03-29 23:15:00

Author:
grayspence

Posts: 1990

2012-03-30 07:19:00

Author:
poorjack

Posts: 1806

The fact that you NEED a memory card, a PROPRIETARY memory card might I add, to play any game, even though the games are on SD cards.... That just ****** me off. Sony needs to quit that. But other than that, love the Vita.I agree with you there, but then again it's pretty much identical to both the PS1 and PS2 in that regard. Required proprietary memory cards and game data on separate media.

2012-03-30 18:24:00

Author:
Taffey

Posts: 3187

The fact that you NEED a memory card, a PROPRIETARY memory card might I add, to play any game, even though the games are on SD cards.... That just ****** me off. Sony needs to quit that. But other than that, love the Vita.

You do realize that people have been complaining about this with no actual valid argument to back it up. Honestly, even if Sony didn't make it mandatory to own a memory card people would still buy them at the same rate as they are now. PS1, PS2, and PSP required memory cards to save your game files (PSP going further with media). There is no difference, and people who would rather play with no save files would eventually get tired of replaying the game or leaving their handheld on while it charges so they won't lose their progress in the game.

You're just over exaggerating about something that you probably saw everybody else over exaggerate about and decided "Oh, well if they don't like it then so will I!"

2012-03-30 23:06:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

Well I got one a day or two ago. Only had the choice of Fifa or Virtua Tennis in the bundle, and I got a 4GB memory card with it so I grabbed that and Fifa for a pretty decent price, as well as Wipeout. I'm very impressed (although it hurts my thumb a bit when I am playing, my hands are very big...).

Then I got BlazBlue today (wasn't in stock in the shop I got the Vita from) and holy crap. Game looks beautiful, runs so smooth, and feels great. I absolutely suck and I'm just making my way through the tutorials, but the one fight I tried in a proper arena was amazing. Definitely a winner for me. I have a 5 hours car journey tomorrow so we'll see how quickly that goes ^^ (Fortunately I got the travel kit thing because I needed a case, so I have a car charger as well

)

2012-03-30 23:22:00

Author:
Unknown User

You do realize that people have been complaining about this with no actual valid argument to back it up.

I would assume it's because a non-propriatary card would be a lot cheaper per gb. Like $6 for 4 gb instead of $20. It doesn't bother me at all, it's not like I wouldn't want a dedicated card for the Vita anyway...and I've always bought the Sony cards, they are very reliable.

The bad thing is that people can buy a Vita without knowing they need a card...but I also wouldn't want a slightly higher price Vita that included a pathetically small memory card like the PSP did, I think the 1000 came with a 32 mb card, worthless.

Anyone remember the stupid memory card for the Dreamcast with the LCD screen? Not only was it expensive they were in super short supply. I had to buy a 3rd party card with no screen just to save stuff at launch...don't think I ever did get a Sega card.

The Amazon 4 gb bundle is fine if you only want it for saves and won't download games. Do people complain about the rediculous per mb cost of the Xbox hard drives? Sony is actually pretty good about supporting standard connectors/devices...I'm typing this from my PS3 that I put a 320 gb hd in using a Logitech blue tooth keyboard.

I bought the 32 gb Vita card since I plan to only buy games from PSN...I do think Sony is trying to make up hardware costs with these propriatary cards...seems fair to me, and the cost will come down, it always does.

* I also thought I heard that some games save to the game card, like maybe Dynasty Warriors?

2012-03-31 03:46:00

Author:
fullofwin

Posts: 1214

I might get a vita soon. I have been thinking of selling my iPod Touch ( never used that thing...) to get some extra money for it.

2012-03-31 04:55:00

Author:
StaticLinuxpro

Posts: 482

The root of what makes me angry doesn't lie in the memory card itself, it lies in that the games are on cartridges, and could potentially support on-cartridge saves like the DS, GBA, or any cartridge system. But rather than allow on cartridge saves, sony chooses to push their "new" memory card which isn't really new, just redesigned to only jive with vita.

2012-03-31 09:47:00

Author:
poorjack

Posts: 1806

But with all of the anti-rented protection measures now a days, I would see why they wouldn't want to include a memory save on their cartridges.

2012-03-31 14:44:00

Author:
grayspence

Posts: 1990

2012-03-31 15:38:00

Author:
Taffey

Posts: 3187

Cartridge saves are supported - it depends on the game. Uncharted, for example, saves to the cartridge.

I did not know that. I thought all vita games required the sony card. Thanks for the info!

2012-03-31 20:08:00

Author:
poorjack

Posts: 1806

2012-04-01 04:33:00

Author:
warlord_evil

Posts: 4193

I was planning to pick a Vita up and then I was recently told by someone that it's supposedly terrible, and that I should simply look up reviews about it online to find out why or something.

What's wrong with it? :/ I still wanna get it.

There's not that many games on it to keep you occupied. Only several of them are good, but they have no replay value in them.

Wait for a bundle or price drop before LBPV hits shelves. It's a better deal that way.

2012-04-01 04:49:00

Author:
CyberSora

Posts: 5551

I can tell you one thing for sure - the Vita is NOT terrible. Some people take exception to the current list of available titles but hey, it's a brand new system! Despite that, the Vita still has a very impressive list of quality games to play. Hundreds? No, not yet. But still some great titles in there. I think it really boils down to whether or not there is a game you personally are interested in currently available on the Vita. To quote myself from another site in response to a similar thread:

It rocks. I sincerely feel that it is Sony's best platform yet, or at least on par with the PS3. And I don't mean from just processing power or game titles - I mean with the look and feel, ease of use, and just overall impressions with the device.

Being very used to Apple devices, the interface seemed a little odd at first but it's really just a matter of getting used to it - touchscreen typing on my iPad was no less awkward at first. The controls do feel every so slightly cramped as compared to my PSP 1000, but less cramped than my PSP Go. I just recently got a grip attachment from CTA though and it's excellent - problem solved.

I really, really, really LOVE the messaging on the Vita. I have always hated trying to keep up with my PSN messages, and reading through everything and replying is a bit of a chore. With the Vita it's just so quick and easy to pop open the menu, respond to a quick message or two, and then put the Vita back in your pocket/bag/drawer or go back to whatever game you were playing. It's like texting or using iMessenger - just easy and seamless.

Am I a fanboy? No. I just don't understand some of the bashing the Vita has received and so I like to present the other side of the argument. I know there's lots of other folks around here that love their Vitas like I do.

2012-04-01 05:16:00

Author:
Taffey

Posts: 3187

I was planning to pick a Vita up and then I was recently told by someone that it's supposedly terrible, and that I should simply look up reviews about it online to find out why or something.

What's wrong with it? :/ I still wanna get it.

In my opinion (as a nintendo fanboy even) it is the best platform Sony has ever come up with. The controls feel very tight and not cheap at all. The touch screen(s) is(are) quick and responsive. The OLED display has the deepest blacks I have ever seen on a screen. All in all, it is a gorgeous system that feels solid and real. The technical specs have been documented many times, but from my experience, the graphical capability only slightly out does the 3DS, but we don't buy handhelds for graphics now do we? Still. A beautiful system. Also, the UI is great, and features fully customisable menus. It is a great system, but it really does all depend on whether you are a ninty guy, or a sony guy.

2012-04-01 06:37:00

Author:
poorjack

Posts: 1806

Many of the games have plenty of replay value actually. Motorstorm RC, Super Stardust, Rayman and Wipeout will keep you coming back for more all the time if they're your kinda thing. There's a couple other great games too, though Uncharted does indeed have zero replay value. And the game itself isn't really outstanding. Certainly good and entertaining, but not to the level of the console versions.

2012-04-01 20:46:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

2012-04-01 23:57:00

Author:
grayspence

Posts: 1990

I did not know that. I thought all vita games required the sony card. Thanks for the info!

yes, it's why if you want to buy it second hand you have to format the cartridge. if you don't, you don't get the trophies

2012-04-04 13:36:00

Author:
GribbleGrunger

Posts: 3910

Hey, I was planning on buying this (I have lots of spare money). What game do you suggest me?
Or do you think I should wait for a price drop?

2012-04-04 14:32:00

Author:
Patofan

Posts: 1185

Hey, I was planning on buying this (I have lots of spare money). What game do you suggest me?
Or do you think I should wait for a price drop?

waiting for a price drop is pointless in my opinion. it's worth every penny at the price it is now. i only have one game at the moment and that's Uncharted Golden Abyss. if you want proof of why the Vita is worth the asking price then this game is the one to offer that proof. of course i'll be getting LBPVita next, but i think that Gravity Daze looks like a possible purchase for me. you might like to also try out Persona when it releases, those games are great (if you like JRPGs) don't forget you also have hundreds of first class PSP games to choose from at launch too. some are enhanced visually and most (if not all) can be adjusted to work with the Vita's analogue sticks and rear touch

2012-04-04 14:50:00

Author:
GribbleGrunger

Posts: 3910

Get Blazblue. It's awesome if you have the time to learn the combos etc. Wipeout is very awesome, and I'm playing a lot of Fifa, which feels very similar to the console version of Fifa 11 (doesn't have the Fifa 12 defending...)

Looking forward to Madden 13 though, love me some NFL. I'm just hoping that does well on vita, so that I can import NCAA 14 - I doubt they will make a vita version of NCAA unless Madden does well.

2012-04-04 15:12:00

Author:
Unknown User

you also have hundreds of first class PSP games to choose from at launch too. some are enhanced visually and most (if not all) can be adjusted to work with the Vita's analogue sticks and rear touch

What games would these be?

2012-04-04 18:34:00

Author:
poorjack

Posts: 1806

2012-06-14 19:11:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

Nice, but i ended up buying the metal gear collection over it. MGS2 & 3 (and hopefully soon 1) and Peace Walker (PSP version though) all on my Vita is just epic.

Also LBP vita will truly be a system seller. Will be well worth it, I'm loving it.

2012-06-14 20:51:00

Author:
ryryryan

Posts: 3767

Bump, because I just beat Gravity Rush.

Can confirm it is well worth buying. Took me 15 hours for the story, and I still have tons of side quests and collectables until platinum. Then I'll replay with no upgrades to my ablities.

That was fast (assuming you got it this week). 15 hours for the story is pretty decent.

I'm really liking the game so far, it's fun just to fly around the city collecting purple stuff. The fact that the tilt sensor and right stick input get combined is pretty weird. The tilt sensor works really well, it's almost a shame to have to use the right stick at all...but for some reason they don't let you change the camera as far by tilting and you're forced to use the stick if you want to change direction 90 degrees, etc. I guess maybe they were worried about disorienting people? I need to remember to look if there are any camera options...

2012-06-14 21:33:00

Author:
fullofwin

Posts: 1214

That was fast (assuming you got it this week). 15 hours for the story is pretty decent.

I'm really liking the game so far, it's fun just to fly around the city collecting purple stuff. The fact that the tilt sensor and right stick input get combined is pretty weird. The tilt sensor works really well, it's almost a shame to have to use the right stick at all...but for some reason they don't let you change the camera as far by tilting and you're forced to use the stick if you want to change direction 90 degrees, etc. I guess maybe they were worried about disorienting people? I need to remember to look if there are any camera options...

You can turn off the Gyro, but then you won't be able to do the Gravity Slide properly.

And, yes... I got the game on tuesday.

2012-06-14 22:49:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

You can turn off the Gyro, but then you won't be able to do the Gravity Slide properly.

And, yes... I got the game on tuesday.

I was hoping for an option to use the gyro only if the stick was in the neutral position...then you could use either...but not both at once.

2012-06-15 00:52:00

Author:
fullofwin

Posts: 1214

That was fast (assuming you got it this week). 15 hours for the story is pretty decent.

15 hours!? usully games take 7-9 hours. that's mindblowing!

2012-06-15 19:17:00

Author:
Sunbunny23

Posts: 995

Almost done with getting the Platinum for Gravity Rush, then I'll be downloading the WipEout 2048 DLC tonight.

2012-06-19 19:07:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

Almost done with getting the Platinum for Gravity Rush, then I'll be downloading the WipEout 2048 DLC tonight.

Very cool, didn't know about the Wipeout DLC...and it's free too! Getting it now...will take just a couple more minutes.

2012-06-20 01:50:00

Author:
fullofwin

Posts: 1214

Aaaand... Plat. Great game. WipEout is better than I remembered. Good on Studio Liverpool for the great patching.

2012-06-20 05:31:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

I'm surprised with how little traffic this thread is getting.

Oh well.

2012-06-21 21:32:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

ooh man gravity rush looks awesome! i wish i could afford the ps vita now :/ i only got 50 bucks and don't have a job yet

but when i get my vita i plant to get reality fighters, gravity rush and lbpv!

2012-06-22 03:03:00

Author:
LJRobey

Posts: 122

I could possibly be getting a Vita for my birthday!

2012-06-22 10:27:00

Author:
Jovuto

Posts: 2345

I could possibly be getting a Vita for my birthday!

Cool! Remember that you need to buy the memory card seperately

2012-06-22 23:21:00

Author:
grayspence

Posts: 1990

Everything on the Vita would be so much better if it had R2 and L2 buttons. There are some games that really rely on them. :-/

2012-06-23 01:04:00

Author:
Solid_Snake-38

Posts: 17

i just got wipeout 2048. i love this. plays ps3 tracks and vehicles in dlc.

2012-06-24 17:01:00

Author:
Sunbunny23

Posts: 995

Gravity rush is good, not as good as I thought it would be though. The combat is cumbersome sometimes, but that is my only complaint. The huge open world is beautiful, and is a joy to explore.

Just bought Lego Batman 2 and Metal Gear Solid HD collection last night.

Batman is good fun, even thought it is a 3ds port. Or maybe the 3ds is a vita port.... who knows. But I was disappointed they excluded the open world aspect of the console versions. Plus the cutscenes are horrendously low res, and are jarring, to say the least when they switch to them.

MGS HD is great, these are two of the best ps2 games ever released, and I can't wait to replay these classics with a fresh coat of HD paint.

2012-06-24 17:17:00

Author:
VelcroJonze

Posts: 1305

tried to get rayman but they sold out (WWWWHHHAAT?) -_- so got Ultimate marvel vs capcom 3. stages are half lifeless compare to the ps3 version but added more to it by the touch controls. great for having a party. 8 people join a lobby. if you made it friends only or invite or whatever it would be great to bring the whole 8 people. wipeout is great for having a party too. it's great except when people use the same moves over and over again. ( if im losing i would like to see different moves ) umvc3 get's a 8 for me and wipeout get's a 8.5 for having ps3 tracks and vehicles in the FREE dlc, cross play with ps3, and full 8 player experience and gets better in a party.

one of my favorite things about the vita is party. party is something not even a ps3 can do. voice chat or text and play a game in the same time. oh and youtube once it comes out

BTW: when is it suppose to come out. i know in late june and right now it's late enough for me XD

2012-06-24 22:07:00

Author:
Sunbunny23

Posts: 995

wipeout get's a 8.5 for having ps3 tracks and vehicles in the FREE dlc

Its not really free. If you have Wipeout HD/Fury it is free but if you don't have them it costs money but I think buying the DLC gives the PS3 version free

2012-06-24 23:36:00

Author:
Rabid-Coot

Posts: 6728

Its not really free. If you have Wipeout HD/Fury it is free but if you don't have them it costs money but I think buying the DLC gives the PS3 version free

Eh, I kinda wanted the PS3 version anyways so I may as well buy 'em.

Going on holiday in 3 weeks though, anything interesting coming out around then?

2012-06-25 23:16:00

Author:
Unknown User

I don't think so. The closet thing that will happen for vita is youtube. it's not 3 weeks though but it's somewhere in the end of june. could be now or next day or the last minute.

2012-06-26 18:15:00

Author:
Sunbunny23

Posts: 995

Downloaded the Wipeout stuff, get some stupid error when I try to install. Repeatedly.

Not happy -_-

2012-06-26 20:41:00

Author:
Unknown User

Download YouTube for PS Vita Today

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/06/26/download-youtube-for-ps-vita-today/

2012-06-26 23:56:00

Author:
GribbleGrunger

Posts: 3910

youtube app is awesome. better than the ipod youtube. i give it a 10. it's like the real website when watching and comment in the same time. it is faster than my laptop which it's slow. not blurry like ps3 youtube. it's better than i was expecting.

2012-06-27 02:21:00

Author:
Sunbunny23

Posts: 995

what resolutions can it handle? 720p would be nice (although I do realize that the Vita can't run that resolution. It could handle it in the same way it allows some PS3 games to be displayed on the Vita)

2012-06-27 06:22:00

Author:
GribbleGrunger

Posts: 3910

2012-06-27 07:55:00

Author:
warlord_evil

Posts: 4193

I hear 720p is maximum.

clearly it won't be able to display that fully, but that is very impressive! I think i'll watch all those LBPVita beta levels on it to give me that 'in the beta' vibe

edit: what an idiot I am. if I'd actually read it:

Additionally, an HD button will appear when playing high definition (up to 720p) videos

doh!

2012-06-27 08:43:00

Author:
GribbleGrunger

Posts: 3910

hey. i tried to download modnation psp game and tried to install it to vita but it didn't work. the other games did. anyone knows why?

2012-06-29 22:26:00

Author:
Sunbunny23

Posts: 995

Well well well... a bump, if I may?

I've been working on getting Platinum for all of the games to pass the time until more come out, Rayman was easy... as was Sound Shapes. Motorstorm was pretty difficult, but also really fun.

Gravity Rush was just quick to plat, and WipEout is tedious... that multiplayer gets hard as **** near the end, to even PASS events.

After WipEout I plan on either doing BlazBlue or Mortal Kombat next.

2012-08-24 22:47:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

2012-08-25 08:55:00

Author:
ConverseFox

Posts: 2333

ratchet and clank q force will also be coming to vita with sony's cross play support. it has 2 v 2 multiplayer and 3 player co-op in a tower defense style game (like dungeon defenders)

2012-08-25 09:52:00

Author:
Smudge228

Posts: 533

Need for Speed: Most Wanted is going to come out on PS3 and PSVita. And the Vita version is exactly the same as the PS3 version, down to the last pixel. The first full game(by full game, I mean it's a very large and detailed game) to be exactly the same from consol to portable.
it should be the exact same since vita is hd.
noticed i underlined something?

ratchet and clank q force will also be coming to vita with sony's cross play support. it has 2 v 2 multiplayer and 3 player co-op in a tower defense style game (like dungeon defenders)
... it better be good. i can tell i'll hate it. i love tower defense but ratchet is far different. not a fan of spinoffs...

edit: saw the gamescom trailer of it. i thought it was like any other tower defense but im wrong. i don't care about if it's a tower defense, i want my R&C gameplay.

2012-08-25 16:40:00

Author:
Sunbunny23

Posts: 995

European firmware update now live. PSone classics list:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPJyUta3RRA&feature=player_embedded

Here is a list of PSone Classics titles that will be available for download on 29th August:
Cool Boarders SCEE
Cool Boarders 2 SCEE
Crash Bandicoot SCEE
Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back SCEE
Crash Bandicoot 3 Warped SCEE
CTR: Crash Team Racing SCEE
Destruction Derby SCEE
Everybody?s Golf 2 SCEE
G-Police SCEE
Jet Rider SCEE
Jet Rider 2 SCEE
Jumping Flash SCEE
Kula World SCEE
Kurushi Final SCEE
MediEvil SCEE
Motor Toon Grand Prix 2 SCEE
Rally Cross SCEE
Syphon Filter SCEE
Syphon Filter 3 SCEE
Twisted Metal SCEE
Wild Arms SCEE
WipEout SCEE
40 Wink ATARI EUROPE S.A.S.U.
A Bug?s Life DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
A Bugs Life and Monsters Inc bundle DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Abe?s Exoddus ODDMOBB INC
Abe?s Oddworld Oddysee ODDMOBB INC
Airboat XS GAMES LIMITED
All-Star Boxing MIDAS INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT LTD
Arc Arena: Monster Tournament MONKEY PAW GAMES INC.
Arc the Lad MONKEY PAW GAMES INC.
Arc the Lad II MONKEY PAW GAMES INC.
Arc the Lad III MONKEY PAW GAMES INC.
Arcade Hits: Shienryu MONKEY PAW GAMES INC.
Arcade Hits: Sonic Wings Special MONKEY PAW GAMES INC.
Atari Anniversary Edition ATARI EUROPE S.A.S.U.
Atlantis DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Atlantis and Hercules Bundle DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Bishi Bashi Special KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT GMBH
Blockids MONKEY PAW GAMES INC.
Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Bugriders ATARI EUROPE S.A.S.U.
Buzz Lightyear of Star Command DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Centipede ATARI EUROPE S.A.S.U.
Cho Aniki MONKEY PAW GAMES INC.
Constructor SYSTEM 3 SOFTWARE
Critical Depth ATARI EUROPE S.A.S.U.
Dezaemon Plus MONKEY PAW GAMES INC.
Disney?s Action Game ft. Hercules DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Dodgeball MIDAS INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT LTD
Driver UBISOFT ENTERTAINMENT SA
Eagle One: Harrier Attack ATARI EUROPE S.A.S.U.
Fear Effect SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Fear Effect: Retro Helix SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Fighting Force SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Fighting Force 2 SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Final Fantasy VIII SQUARE ENIX (2009) LIMITED
Final Fantasy IX SQUARE ENIX (2009) LIMITED
Final Fantasy V SQUARE ENIX (2009) LIMITED
Final Fantasy VI SQUARE ENIX (2009) LIMITED
Final Fantasy VII SQUARE ENIX (2009) LIMITED
Front Mission 3 SQUARE ENIX (2009) LIMITED
Gaiaseed MONKEY PAW GAMES INC.
Galaxy Fight MONKEY PAW GAMES INC.
Gex SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Gex 3: Deep Under Cover SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Gex 3D: Enter the Gecko SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Grandia GAME ARTS CO., LTD.
Gubble MIDAS INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT LTD
Guilty Gear SYSTEM 3 SOFTWARE
Gunship ATARI EUROPE S.A.S.U.
Hardcore 4X4 URBANSCAN LIMITED
International Track & Field KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT GMBH
Jigsaw Madness XS GAMES LIMITED
Judge Dredd URBANSCAN LIMITED
Junior League Soccer PS1 XS GAMES LIMITED
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Lilo & Stitch DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Little Mermaid 2 DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Little Mermaid 2 and Winnie The Pooh bundle DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Metal Gear Solid KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT GMBH
Mickey?s Wild Adventure DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Miracle Quad Racer MIDAS INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT LTD
Miracle Space Race MIDAS INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT LTD
Missile Command ATARI EUROPE S.A.S.U.
Monsters Inc DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Motorhead URBANSCAN LIMITED
N20 URBANSCAN LIMITED
Namco Heritage bundle NAMCO BANDAI GAMES EUROPE S.A.S.
Pandemonium SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Pandemonium 2 SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Parasite Eve 2 SQUARE ENIX (2009) LIMITED
Peter Pan DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Pong ATARI EUROPE S.A.S.U.
Pooh?s Party Game DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Rageball MIDAS INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT LTD
Rainbow Six UBISOFT ENTERTAINMENT SA
Rascal Racers MIDAS INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT LTD
Rayman UBISOFT ENTERTAINMENT SA
Rayman 2: The Great Escape UBISOFT ENTERTAINMENT SA
Reel Fishing NATSUME INC.
Re-loaded URBANSCAN LIMITED
Resident Evil 2 CE EUROPE LIMITED
Resident Evil 3: Nemesis CE EUROPE LIMITED
Resident Evil: Director?s Cut CE EUROPE LIMITED
Ridge Racer Type 4 NAMCO BANDAI GAMES EUROPE S.A.S.
Sheep EMPIRE INTERACTIVE EUROPE LTD
Silent Hill KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT GMBH
Snowboard Racer MIDAS INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT LTD
Sorcerer?s Maze XS GAMES LIMITED
Spin Jam EMPIRE INTERACTIVE EUROPE LTD
Sports Superbike MIDAS INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT LTD
Streak ATARI EUROPE S.A.S.U.
Street Fighter 2 Alpha CE EUROPE LIMITED
Super Star Dance Club XS GAMES LIMITED
Tarzan DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Tekken NAMCO BANDAI GAMES EUROPE S.A.S.
Tekken 2 NAMCO BANDAI GAMES EUROPE S.A.S.
Tomb Raider SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Tomb Raider Chronicles SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Tomb Raider 2 SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Tomb Raider 3 SQUARE ENIX LIMITED
Toy Story 2 DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Toy Story Racer DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Toy Story Racer and Toy Story 2: Woody and Buzz bundle DISNEY INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, INC.
Vagrant Story SQUARE ENIX (2009) LIMITED
Alundra MONKEY PAW GAMES INC.
Urban Chaos SQUARE ENIX LIMITED

2012-08-28 03:22:00

Author:
GribbleGrunger

Posts: 3910

thanks gribble.

can't wait to play rayman 2!

and looking forward for using the buttons instead of touching the beatiful screen.

2012-08-28 03:36:00

Author:
Sunbunny23

Posts: 995

thanks gribble.

can't wait to play rayman 2!

and looking forward for using the buttons instead of touching the beatiful screen.

One feature not mentioned in the update is being able to set the touch to work with PSP games

2012-08-28 04:11:00

Author:
GribbleGrunger

Posts: 3910

One feature not mentioned in the update is being able to set the touch to work with PSP games

they also did not mention you can set right analog stick to use left/right dpad and up/down dpad instead of all buttons. also can use L and R which would be great for rotating camera if they depend on L and R

2012-08-28 04:20:00

Author:
Sunbunny23

Posts: 995

they also did not mention you can set right analog stick to use left/right dpad and up/down dpad instead of all buttons. also can use L and R which would be great for rotating camera if they depend on L and R

That was actually mentioned in the video above. The PSP touchscreen option wasn't. there is a pic, I'll try to find it.

edit:http://www.psnstores.com/2012/08/vita-firmware-1-80-allows-you-to-control-psp-games-with-touchscreen/#!prettyPhoto

America has only 9 games available through the Vita store but here is a list so far if you transfer them from your PS3:

2 Xtreme
Arc the Lad
Arc the Lad II
Arcade Hits: Shienryu
Arcade Hits: Sonic Wings Special
Burst Angel
Castlevania Chronicles
Castlevania: SotN
Cho Aniki
Cool Boarders 2
Cyberbots: Fullmetal Madness
Destruction Derby
Dino Crisis
Dino Crisis 2
Final Fantasy Origins
Final Fantasy IV
Final Fantasy VI
Final Fantasy VII
Final Fantasy VIII
Final Fantasy IX
Front Mission 3
Gex 3
Hot Shots Golf 2
International Track and Field
Jet Moto
Jumping Flash
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver
Legend of Dragoon
Medieval
Mega Man
Mega Man 2
Mega Man 3
Mega Man 4
Metal Gear Solid
Money Idol Exchanger
Parasite Eve
Parasite Eve 2
Rally Cross
Resident Evil: DC
Resident Evil 2
Resident Evil 3: Nemesis
Saiyuki: Journey West
Silent Hill
Street Fighter Alpha 1
Suikoden
Syphon Filter
Syphon Filter 3
Threads of Fate
Tomb Raider
Toy Story 2
Twisted Metal 2
Unjammer Lammy
Vagrant Story
Warhawk
Wild Arms
Wild Arms 2
Xenogears

Look at what the Japanese get though!

SCEJ is posting 297 PS1 games for #Vita today, 207 on 9/4, 120 on 9/11, and 36 on 9/18 for a total of 660.

http://www.jp.playstation.com/psvita/archives/lineup01.html

2012-08-28 04:26:00

Author:
GribbleGrunger

Posts: 3910

Just want to let you know - I'm not sure if this is until the actual STORE updates - but only a few PSOne games are working. Hell, Jet Moto 2 is the only one that works out of the confirmed working.

2012-08-28 06:19:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

Just want to let you know - I'm not sure if this is until the actual STORE updates - but only a few PSOne games are working. Hell, Jet Moto 2 is the only one that works out of the confirmed working.

read this. there not officially on the store yet but you can get them this way:

http://www.justpushstart.com/2012/08/ps-vita-how-to-transfer-download-ps-one-classic-games/

2012-08-28 06:23:00

Author:
GribbleGrunger

Posts: 3910

read this. there not officially on the store yet but you can get them this way:

http://www.justpushstart.com/2012/08/ps-vita-how-to-transfer-download-ps-one-classic-games/

Ah, thank you. A rather convoluted way to get them, I must say.

2012-08-28 06:36:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

Ah, thank you. A rather convoluted way to get them, I must say.

Don't forget to check the list above if you are in America. Others have been found to be compatible now though, so it might be worth trying them anyway

these are known not to work:

Chrono Cross
Crash Bandicoot
Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back
Crash Bandicoot: Warped
Crash Team Racing
Spyro The Dragon
Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage
Spyro: Year of the Dragon
Theme Hospital
Tomba!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQeu8HlDkTU&feature=player_embedded

this will give you an idea of how many new features and enhancements there are. There are lots:

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=488803

2012-08-28 06:46:00

Author:
GribbleGrunger

Posts: 3910

2012-08-28 16:47:00

Author:
Jedi_1993

Posts: 1518

So I've had a job for the summer and have enough to get one of these, the thing I'm not sure about is the memory card. What size should I get? I am probably going to be saving a few games onto it but should I go for more than 8GB just to be safe?

It's best to go too large, in my opinion. Especially with Cross-buy coming up, I'd say going for the good ol' 32 would be the best way to go... especially if you have a few PSP games. Blegh, if all PSP games were supported RIGHT now? My memory card would be full.

2012-08-28 17:19:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

So I've had a job for the summer and have enough to get one of these, the thing I'm not sure about is the memory card. What size should I get? I am probably going to be saving a few games onto it but should I go for more than 8GB just to be safe?

If you are planning on having more than one account buy three 8GB or two 16GB but if you don't want more than one account, go for 32GB. We have no idea what Sony plans for the future and how much space those plans take up

2012-08-28 22:19:00

Author:
GribbleGrunger

Posts: 3910

Aww... I bought Spyro and Crash again mostly just to play on my Vita.

I'll probably have 'em beat on my PS3 before they're supported on the PS Vita.

Otherwise, I'm liking this update.

2012-08-28 23:59:00

Author:
KlawwTheClown

Posts: 1106

I wish Star Wars: Battlefront I came to the PSVita. Or at least the PS3.

Good times

2012-08-29 00:16:00

Author:
DominationMags

Posts: 1840

Don't forget to check the list above if you are in America. Others have been found to be compatible now though, so it might be worth trying them anyway

these are known not to work:

Chrono Cross
Crash Bandicoot
Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back
Crash Bandicoot: Warped
Crash Team Racing
Spyro The Dragon
Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage
Spyro: Year of the Dragon
Theme Hospital
Tomba!

rayman 2 and tekken 2 does no work for this

2012-08-29 00:37:00

Author:
Sunbunny23

Posts: 995

Imma just gonna type the differences in versions. (That I noticed.)

Interface:

Notifications don't cover up 1/4 of the screen (Yey!)
Notifications work slightly differently.
You can now use buttons on the main menu.

Games:

You can now play PS1 games on the vita.

Friends:

Profiles look a little different.

Messaging:

Looks a little different.
Better animations.

PS Store:

PS1 games added.

Near:

Near loads a lot quicker than before!
I think near does a scan every time you connect to a new internet source. (My Vita has done several near updates when on the bus(I have the WiFi model))
There is also more setting for Near.

Settings:

Application Data Management, Notifications and Location Data have been moved to the front.
An option to turn the button functionality on the main menu has been added to the System setting menu.

Remote Play:

Cross-Controller has been added.

Maps:

Has been re-designed.

Browser:

Has been re-designed.
You can now scroll with the back touch.(You can enable this in the browsers settings.)

That's everything I've noticed.

2012-08-31 18:03:00

Author:
Jovuto

Posts: 2345

2012-09-01 04:54:00

Author:
theswweet

Posts: 2468

Dokuro on PS Vita: This Little Skeleton’s Got Guts! (Coming this October)

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8033/7983695330_4025e313d1_n.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8458/7983695474_46591192f4_n.jpg

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2012/09/14/dokuro-on-ps-vita-this-little-skeletons-got-guts/

2012-09-14 15:38:00

Author:
GribbleGrunger

Posts: 3910

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