Universe Server Changes

GM Melchoir has announced through in-game messages that there will be some changes to the servers. The  details about this announcement will be fully revealed sometime on Monday October 20, 2008. It is speculated the total number of universes will be reduced to help compensate for the low population. This may make it easier for newer and older players to find parties.

Bladed Legacy Bug Fix

The community voiced their concerns on whether certain items should drop inside boxes after they defeat Megashi’s clones. It took a while but Sonic Team finally acknowledged this bug and will modify the mission so that certain high ranking weapons drop. The expected items include S Rank range weapons such as Shigga Baret, Gur Asted, and Cubo Tuma.

[via psu_board, via Cracka J]

Current Information

1up.com reports Phantasy Star Portable will be released in March 24th, 2009. The bad news, multiplayer gameplay will still use Ad-Hoc mode which is a bummer for the majority of players in the US. We have also added the European release date below.  Phantasy Star Zero has not been announced for US.

If your planning to pick up this game, I still recommend using XLink Kai for PSP. This will allow you to play online with other players around the globe.  We do hope Sega changes this before release, but for now no announcement has been made.

Future AdHoc Plans

Sony has announced a new feature currently in open beta in Japan. This “AdHoc Party for PSP” will allow PSP owners to play AdHoc games over the internet using Playstation 3’s network connection. Unfortunately those without a Playstation 3 will be unable to utilize such feature. This feature will allow players to meet up in a lobby and chat using text or voice.

Release and Information

Game: Phantasy Star Portable
Release Date: March 24, 2009
Europe Release Date: Spring 2009
Platform: Playstation Portable
Network: Ad-Hoc

[via pso-w]

As the release of Phantasy Star Zero draws near, the site has been updated in the stylistic flash format. Not much has been added except for the Prologue and Character page. The prologue page also comes with a video detailing the story behind the game.

Read on for more Phantasy Star Zero News

The Japanese Phantasy Star Universe site has listed details on what to  expect for October 10.

Hidden update
Minor spawn changes to White Beast.
A key location has been changed.

PM GH 490

This new Partner Machinery is loosely based after Moomins. It carries it’s own rappy backpack and wields very interesting weapons. You will be able to obtain PM GH490 at “The Collector” by Parn Leaf Cafe . Remember those Megashi Arms, Legs, Torso, and head, we’ve told you to collect? Well this is the reason why you’ll need it. But wait there’s more! if your looking to wear Howzer’s disco outfit in the future. I suggest holding on to this EX Device.

Please Note: Your PM’s Battle Stat or B.Stat must be 100. You can raise your battle stat by bringing your PM to missions with you. You can raise it faster by S ranking C level missions.

Neudaiz Move Pass

Now you’ll be able to transfer your room to Neudaiz using the Neudaiz: Transfer remodeling ticket. Players can enter their rooms through the Neudaiz Guardians building. However you’ll need to bring a few items to “The Collector” before you can obtain it.

• Scroll
  Collect these items inside boxes scattered across Mizuraki Conservation Disctrict
• Paper Latern
  Buy 20 “Neu Wood” and “Neudaiz Souvenir” at MA-GRMS Neudaiz
• Kakwane Figure
  Buy Kakwane Figure at MA-GRMS Cylez and synthesize with 3 Kakwane Tails and 10 Gra-Photon
  Suggest buying Kakwane Tails or hunt at White Beast but the majority of you should have them already.

New Collector Exchanges

Some brand new creative decoration items should be available, including the music discs that feature songs from Neudaiz. Most of these item exchanges require specific drops from specific enemies.

Expected Downtime

All Phantasy Star Universe servers will be down at an unannounced time in the future for ISP maintenance. The date has been moved from October 11th.

This week, Phantasy Star Zero showcased exclusively at Tokyo Game Show. As videos and info slowly trickle in, lets share some notes and observations found

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