PSO2 JP: Patch (2/06/2013)

An update is required to play the game. Phantasy Star Online 2 will be updated automatically when you start the launcher. Alternatively, you can press the "File Check" button to force the update.

Version Numbers:

Patch Size

  • 27 MBs

Patch Notes:

  • Corrected a bug  that you would get less EXP when you defeat enemies level 50 ~ 55
  • Corrected a bug where it was hard to find special abilities on weapons purchasable from the NPC Shops or obtained through quests. Due to this bug, if you logged in between January 23rd ~ February 6th (prior to maintenance),  you will receive:
  • Compensation: One [Add Ability Success Rate + 20%] + Two [ Grind Risk Decrease (-1)] + Four [EXP+50%] which will be distributed February 13th's maintenance in your special storage.
  • Corrected a bug where the attack collision for gunslash PA "Thriller splode" was changed.
  • Corrected a bug where you could not perform consecutive attacks with some photon arts.
  • To help participate in the ARKS Museum [My Room] contest, you will receive a 3 day My Room pass if you logged in between December 5th, 2012 through January 23rd, 2013.
  • Changed block names on each ship.

OLD Manual Patch (1/23/2013)

  • 1.4GBs [Manual Patch by Synth]
  • If you had trouble downloading the January 23rd, 2013 update, you can manually copy and paste this patch into your installation directory. If you logged into the game anytime after January 23rd, 2013, you do not need this patch.

If you are downloading the game for the first time you must download an additional 5.4GB patch.

PSO2 JP: ARKS Museum [My Room]

My Room Screenshot Contest

Example of a Screenshot Entry

It's time for another screenshot contest, this time the Arks Museum wants players to submit a screenshot of their room. Entries that are chosen to appear in the "Arks Museum [My Room] Report" will receive a gold Thank You trophy.

If you logged into the game between December 5th, 2012 through January 23rd, 2013, you'll receive a free My Room 3 Day Pass. Use this pass to enter the contest if you wish.

Arks Museum [My Room]

  • Customize your room and take screenshots.

Screenshot Entries

  • February 6th through February 27th, 2013 @ 17:00 JST

Gold Trophy

Gold Trophy

Museum Prize

  • A Gold Thank You Trophy (Room Item)

Arks Museum [My Room] Report

  • Late March, 2013

Screenshot Criteria:

  • It must be a screenshot of your room.
  • Only the room owner can appear in the screenshot, nobody else.
  • You must submit the screenshot with the "No Interface (Show Chat)" setting.
  • You can take the screenshot in the room itself or the balcony.
  • You can not use Symbol Art in your screenshot.

Possible things to include in your screenshot:

  • Chat Bubbles
  • Chat Manga Symbols
  • Cut-in Chat
  • Lobby Actions

Screenshot Submission:

  • One screenshot with your Player ID name above your character.
  • One screenshot intended for the contest.
  • 1MB JPG
  • So in total, you will be submitting two screenshots.
  • Submit your screenshot here.

Screenshot Tips

  • Use the [+] [-] keys to zoom in/out your character.
  • Turn the "Blur" setting Off for clear shots of your character.
  • In settings, use the "Show Interface" screenshot option to take pictures with your Player ID name. When you are taking your main screenshot, use the "No Interface (Show Chat)" screenshot setting.

The screenshot must be taken by the room owner, exclusive, and can not be shown to the public.  You are allowed to compress the screenshot to meet within the 1MB file limit, but you are not allowed to crop or edit the photo in any other way.

 

PSO2 JP: Valentine Campaigns Part Two

Valentine Campaign -2-

Valentine Campaign 2

 

To everyone that clears Franca's client order "ヴォル・ドラゴンの牙の調達" (Acquire Vol Dragon Fangs), will receive two Mug Cup マグ カップ ♀ room items. To everyone that clears Hans client order "未知なる試練" (Unknown Trial), will receive two Valentine's Gift room items. You must clear these client orders before the campaign is over.

Campaign Period

  • Feb 6th ~ Feb 13th, 2013 @ 11:00 JST

Campaign Item

  • If you clear Franca's ヴォル・ドラゴンの牙の調達 client order you'll receive two Mug Cup ♀ room items.
  • If you clear Hans 未知なる試練 client order, you'll receive two Valentine Gift room items.

Campaign Item Distribution Date

  • February 20th, 2013 @ maintenance
  • Delivered to your special storage.

 

 Come Back & Thanks Campaign!

Come Back Campaign

 

Anyone that logged into the game during the campaign period that has a character level 10 or higher will receive a present. Furthermore, anyone that did not log into the game since January 9th, that logs in during the campaign period will receive additional items. If you meet the requirements for both of these campaigns, you'll get all the items.

Campaign Period:

  • February 6th ~ February 20th, 2013

 

Campaign Items:

Condition 1: For anyone that logs into the game during the campaign period with a character level 10 or higher in any class will receive these items.

  • Room Items: Hina Doll ヒナ・ドール
  • Accessories: Hime Hairpin 姫かんざし and Eboshi 烏帽子

Condition 2: This only applies to people who did not log in after January 9th.  If you log into the game during the campaign period with a character that has reached level 10+ in any class, you will receive these items.

  • 4x (EXP+50%) + 4x (Rare Drop Boost +50%)

If you already have a character that reached level 10 or higher before the campaign started, you also qualify for this campaign.

Campaign Item Distribution Date:

  • February 27th, 2013 at maintenance.
  • Items will be shipped to your special storage box.

 Emergency Quest Campaign -4-

Emergency Quest Campaign 4

During the campaign period, anyone that clears the "Approaching Dark Arms" quest will receive 99 grinders.

Campaign Period

  • February 6th through February 13th, 2013 @ 11:00 JST

If you want a head start, the Emergency Quest will appear on all ships at the following dates and times.

Campaign Item Distribution Date

  • Feb 20th, 2013 @ 11:00 JST
  • Sent to your special storage box.