outunderthestars
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I want to buy Rayman, but not spending more for it on the vita than on the ps3/xbox 360
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I want to buy Rayman, but not spending more for it on the vita than on the ps3/xbox 360
Man-is-Obsolete
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I can tell you they don't. They have one of the worst preorder systems (I got to do a return exchange, seriously), and may be the only retailer I know that leaves games out in the open for just anybody to grab and steal.
So it doesn't surprise me they don't have every game listed for launch and the following window. I would venture to guess 80% of the company doesn't even know when the Vita releases.
I think I'll get Modnation Racers, if not at launch then soon after. I really enjoyed the handling on the PS3 (which is sadly missing from the version I actually own - the PSP one), and the campaign modes they do are a nice twist on the formula (I was addicted on getting gold medals on the PSP version for a while). I also really enjoy how you have to manage your boost meter in races, it makes the game feel less random than other arcade racers I've played.
The fact that it doesn't have online actually works out ok for me, since that's not something I'm really interested in and the game is $10 cheaper because of it.
The fact that it doesn't have online actually works out ok for me, since that's not something I'm really interested in and the game is $10 cheaper because of it.
demosthenes
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Just sent me the back of the ModNation one and it says it has Cross Platform Play. Didn't know that.
I thought it had no online...?
It feels weird/wrong to not buy a Ridge Racer game at a launch of new hardware (where applicable)
Bought RRV at PS2 launch.
Bought RR at PSP launch.
Bought RR6 when it was released a couple weeks after 360 launch.
Bought RR7 at PS3 launch.
Even bought RR 3DS at launch.
But I won't be buying RR Vita until it drops in price.
Bought RRV at PS2 launch.
Bought RR at PSP launch.
Bought RR6 when it was released a couple weeks after 360 launch.
Bought RR7 at PS3 launch.
Even bought RR 3DS at launch.
But I won't be buying RR Vita until it drops in price.
wait..isn't Ridge Racer $29.99?
Glorious Ownage
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Does the $20 target gift card promotion work in stores or is that online only?
It has online. Just not true online multiplayer. More in the ghost replay/leaderboard type.
Man-is-Obsolete
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Just ordered the hori screen protector and Wipeout 2048 for $37 shipped from amazon. Really hoping Uncharted is on sale somewhere, I love Uncharted but $50 is a bit steep for a portable game.
demosthenes
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Oh...that's still pretty pathetic, I just don't get the point. You have wipeout, delay Modnation for a few months to get working online in -__________-;;
darkside31337
Tomodachi wa Mahou
The game as its constructed is arguably not worth $2.99
Yep. That's $10 per track on the cart.
FrenchMovieTheme
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damn after seeings sonys earnings report i feel like i should buy the vita :/
demosthenes
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Drat, the ever elusive enthusiasm card.
Dead Prince
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not worth it if the hate on the blog wasn't enough.
I played for two minutes, and that was more than enough to confirm my suspicions that it was a complete pile of shit.
Sounds like ploy to get more people to buy the game.
outunderthestars
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It does seem weird to launch with both Modnation and Wipeout. Why not delay Modnation for three months and finish the multiplayer?
Well, then you may be happy to know that Sony closed the studio that made it recently (I believe).
yes that did and I really did enjoy Pursuit Force! Bummer.
Come on, it can't be that bad. I have no interest in it, but it doesn't look terrible.
outunderthestars
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Little Deviants looks like a game that was designed to be used as a tech demo/pack in game but was somehow pushed into being a full retail product.
It should have been a free PSN download included with all Vita's.
It should have been a free PSN download included with all Vita's.
Father_Brain
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I actually really enjoyed the Little Deviants demo. Is there something wrong with me?
Sounds serious. You may want to get checked by a doctor.
Ollie Pooch
In a perfect world, we'd all be homersexual
From what I played of the demo, it was just very dull - the back touch pad interaction to deform the ground was kinda novel but it just felt like a tech demo.. Felt katamari-ish but without any of the charm. Kids might like it , though.
Aren't there going to be a bunch of free mini games and AR games made available on PSN day one?
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Oh yea, that's it.
That's Welcome Park.
AR games, yes. More so small handful than a "bunch".
Yea. I saw them in the Red Sun Gamer's live stream. There is a bunch of touchscreen and AR type mini games I believe.
The Elite
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Look forward to playing around with that.
I agree. It's a tech demo and a cool gf/kids game. Definitely not for me though. I'm literally opening the first edition box inside of gamestop and trading it for credit.
Man-is-Obsolete
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Yeah game is rubbish. Couldn't imagine playing it very long and definitely wouldn't be interested in returning to play it. Worse part is it is a retail title.
Speaking of, Vita is really going to blur the line of retail release versus PSN only release. With the PS3 it is pretty easy to discern a PSN title from a retail title most of the time. However, Publishers are going to have some tough decisions as to which format their games are released on the Vita. One game I see that already made a big mistake is Lumines. This franchise had a PSN release on the PS3 so it has already solidified it's status as a PSN game, and now it is coming to iOS or already has. So charging $40 for a game like that is suicide, and would have been better served as a downloadable title at $15. Another one is Sumioni, this title looks like a perfect downloadable game, but I think it is getting a retail release. Why? It looks good but not better than Outland, Rochard, or many other PSN titles.
See, this is why I can't rationalize the FEB for myself. They'd need to include a game I had genuine interest in (Uncharted or Wipeout), at least then it feels less like paying $50 to get it early and more sacrificing choice and a nicer (bundled) memory card to get it earlier. For immediate trade-in fodder that'd net me only $15 or something, screw it.
It's not terrible. It's actually pretty good fun for a few minutes and is a great way to show off the new controls
outunderthestars
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I agree that the lines will be blurred, hopefully PSN develops into a robust platform on the vita, and downloadable games sell well, pushing more games to it.
The Vita needs to be able to support a wide variety of price points in order to do well, and Sony has done a good job of launching with a few games as PSN only titles. Hopefully this will continue.
That HSG game card is ugly as sin.
But I want it so badly. How?! Oh, the 15th. You will be here soon!
The Elite
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Time Travel.
Where is that Cartman cryogenic freeze pic when you need it?
opticalmace
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Maybe a stupid question, does this thing support any smartphone apps? Also how's the web browser (which I assume it has)?
JimtotheHum
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I'm trying to decide the best route, do I want to get a big memory card and then go all digital for my games or go physical media-
What is everyone else thinking? Physical, digital, or mix?
What is everyone else thinking? Physical, digital, or mix?
Im going physical so i don't have to purchase alot of memory cards plus my download speeds aren't the best either.
It's not Android OS, so it'd have to be specifically ported I believe.
I tried so hard not to rationalize the FEB but playing the demo station sealed the deal. They better give at least $15 for little deviants.
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