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Well after reading the latest Game Informer in the crap room, apparently Army Corps of Hell is garbage so I would recommend picking up another title.
 
Transferred from my PS3

Peace Walker
GT PSP
Killzone Liberation
Pursuit Force

From the Vita PSN store I re-downloaded

Tactics Ogre
FFT : War of the Lions
Disgaea
FF : Dissidia
Pinball Dreams & Fantasies (which look pretty damn nice in vertical orientation)

On the Vita front I have JP Uncharted, RR and UMvC retail cards.

Going to buy all my Western games on DD - will pick up Wipeout 2048 first, then Gravity Rush whenever that comes out (JP demo was excellent, but I am too lazy too keep switching accounts now that the US store is up).

Ah. I keep hoping I'll see someone mention they moved Patchwork Heroes and Where Is My Heart?, as those are two I'm really interested in.
 
EB called and I picked up my 32GB memory card, my Sony screen protector pack and my copy of Wipeout 2048 today. It's strange having the accessories in my hand when I know the system (and several of the games) are still several days away, but I wanted to grab my memory card now in case there was a limited supply of the 32GB cards (like in Japan) and I wanted to see these cute new game packs for myself... gotta say, these game cases look great!

I'd be more excited but I'm in the middle of playing Metal Gear Acid!² on my PSPgo, and it's keeping me sufficiently distracted that I don't think much about it unless I'm on GAF...
Metal Gear Acid got put on PSN?
 
Well after reading the latest Game Informer in the crap room, apparently Army Corps of Hell is garbage so I would recommend picking up another title.
It was one of those I was most interested in too. Similarly, if I could trust it to be a great port I'd definitely be on Ninja Gaiden, never played the games beyond the demos but I DID enjoy the demos, but for all I know Tecmo may botch the port to get it out in time for launch. Similar for Rayman Origins due to its history of being rushed to launches, though less concerned since there are play impressions and they are positive.
Metal Gear Acid got put on PSN?
I'm guessing the game was ripped, but I DO believe it was put on the PSN in either Europe or Japan. Speaking of which, I'm hoping the Vita encourages publishers to put more of their back catalog on the PSN than they did before, it's ridiculous how little of SE's stuff is up that didn't come before the go.
 
I really thought the standalone system would include at least a 4gb memory card.

So IF I do decide to pick up a Vita, still wondering if I should get the 3G/Wifi bundle for $300, or a Wifi + 16gb memory stick for the similar price range, or if I should just wait and get the memory card later. I did eventually want a 32gb card, but with a lack of games, don't know if it's really needed right now.

Honestly, this is why I hate bundles. You never really get what you want. Especially Sony bundles.
 
here are some pics guys! someone asked earlier for shots of modnation. sorry that it's of the boring first level ha.
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yeah i messed a bit too much with the blur in one of the wipeout shots but fuck it! the game runs amazing and still shots don't really do it justice.
 
Release date shipping is no more since they're shipping now.



Even better reason to wait for the 3G Launch Bundle. I bet deals will be during the real launch.

Except that I had one with release date shipping that I ordered last week and it never showed shipped/now shipping, so I cancelled it. OOPS. :(
 
Damn, really? Elaborate pls - I was curious about this one

Well the reviewer basically said that it was a sad attempt of mimicking pikmin, it looks like a PSP game and does not really use much of the Vita capabilities, has no story, and is extremely repetitive.
The final score was 4.5/10.

Wipeout 2048 got a final score of 7.5/10

And the Vita itself had a score of A-
 
The lack of attention and desire for Escape Plan throughout GAF is depressing. =(

I'll be downloading it day one. How's that for desire :D Plenty of folk have been talking about it previously so hopefully it sells well.

Is Wipeout the free game that you get if you purchase a data plan in the US? How does all of that work? I'm considering cancelling my Wipeout preorder if that is the case.

Only for the EU Master Race. And it only costs £5 worth of top up too.

Another game I hadn't seen mentioned yet is Gran Turismo PSP - works fine. Looks pretty decent on the Vita screen, although the aliasing is pretty pronounced. Playing with the analog stick instead of the nub is a joy.

Glad to hear GT works, does the filtering on make much difference?

here are some pics guys! someone asked earlier for shots of modnation. sorry that it's of the boring first level ha.



yeah i messed a bit too much with the blur in one of the Wipeout shots but fuck it! the game runs amazing and still shots don't really do it justice.

Wipeout zone mode looks so good. So very good. 12 fecking days to go here in the UK!
 
On one hand, I'm excited about Hot Shots Golf for Vita. On the other, I remember Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee 2 for the PSP where online died within weeks.

I'd be so there if I knew there would be an ongoing, lasting online community for the game except for a handheld of diehards.
 
On one hand, I'm excited about Hot Shots Golf for Vita. On the other, I remember Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee 2 for the PSP where online died within weeks.

I'd be so there if I knew there would be an ongoing, lasting online community for the game except for a handheld of diehards.

You have GAF ;) Alot of people here will be purchasing it.

EDIT: Been watching videos from this guy and he has several fantastic videos next to our fellow gaffer Skyghene.

He uploaded this lengthy gameplay video of Gravity Daze
 
Is it possible to run the Music Unlimited app in the background while playing a game? Would be nice not to have to have a ton of mem card space taken up by songs.
 
Well the reviewer basically said that it was a sad attempt of mimicking pikmin, it looks like a PSP game and does not really use much of the Vita capabilities, has no story, and is extremely repetitive.
The final score was 4.5/10.

Wipeout 2048 got a final score of 7.5/10

And the Vita itself had a score of A-

it always blows my mind how wipeout games get fairly average reviews. they're one of my favourite series.
 
I just finished downloading everything

Working
Half-Minute Hero
Dissidia
Dissidia 012
Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker
Archer Maclean's Mercury
Ape Escape on the Loose
Capcom Puzzle World
Darkstalker Chronicles
God of War: Ghost of Sparta
Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee
Killzone Liberation
LittleBigPlanet
Locoroco 2
Megaman Maverick Hunter
Mercury Meltdown
Patapon 2
PQ
Persuit Force
Ratchet and Clank Size Matters
Sonic Rivals
Sonic Rivals 2
Syphon Filter: Logans Shadow
Ultimate Ghosts'n'Goblins


Not Working
Twisted Metal: Head On
SOCOM: Fireteam Bravo 3

Anyone tried Castlevania Dracula X. Chronicles?
 
I just finished downloading everything

Working
Half-Minute Hero
Dissidia
Dissidia 012
Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker
Archer Maclean's Mercury
Ape Escape on the Loose
Capcom Puzzle World
Darkstalker Chronicles
God of War: Ghost of Sparta
Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee
Killzone Liberation
LittleBigPlanet
Locoroco 2
Megaman Maverick Hunter
Mercury Meltdown
Patapon 2
PQ
Persuit Force
Ratchet and Clank Size Matters
Sonic Rivals
Sonic Rivals 2
Syphon Filter: Logans Shadow
Ultimate Ghosts'n'Goblins


Not Working
Twisted Metal: Head On
SOCOM: Fireteam Bravo 3

What does non-working mean (ie at what point did you get an error? Before transferring to the PSV?)
 
Just finished getting all my non-Vita-downloadable PSP games across to my JP Vita using my PS3.

Another game I hadn't seen mentioned yet is Gran Turismo PSP - works fine. Looks pretty decent on the Vita screen, although the aliasing is pretty pronounced. Playing with the analog stick instead of the nub is a joy.

Can't wait for the PS1 support to hit so I can pull all my RPGs across.

yeah same, do you think it be hard for Sony to turn on 4X AA for PSP Titles or is the emulation too demanding on the vita.
 
I just finished downloading everything

Working
Half-Minute Hero
Dissidia
Dissidia 012
Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker
Archer Maclean's Mercury
Ape Escape on the Loose
Capcom Puzzle World
Darkstalker Chronicles
God of War: Ghost of Sparta
Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee
Killzone Liberation
LittleBigPlanet
Locoroco 2
Megaman Maverick Hunter
Mercury Meltdown
Patapon 2
PQ
Persuit Force
Ratchet and Clank Size Matters
Sonic Rivals
Sonic Rivals 2
Syphon Filter: Logans Shadow
Ultimate Ghosts'n'Goblins


Not Working
Twisted Metal: Head On
SOCOM: Fireteam Bravo 3
I added a list of incompatible games to the Q&A section of the OP. If anyone finds any other games that aren't working, please notify me.
 
A PS Mini game is probably going to be the first thing I play on this, haha. Assuming it works, Where Is My Heart? is a game I've had my eye on since it was released but I no longer had a PSP to play it.
 
Well the reviewer basically said that it was a sad attempt of mimicking pikmin, it looks like a PSP game and does not really use much of the Vita capabilities, has no story, and is extremely repetitive.
The final score was 4.5/10.

Wipeout 2048 got a final score of 7.5/10

And the Vita itself had a score of A-

That is a damn, damn shame
 
A PS Mini game is probably going to be the first thing I play on this, haha. Assuming it works, Where Is My Heart? is a game I've had my eye on since it was released but I no longer had a PSP to play it.

I've been waiting to play the Tetris mini I accidentally bought when I was PS3 only.
 
Has anyone tried transferring it over via a PS3 yet?
Too bad you won't be able to play the 5th chapter on a Vita. I had to transfer it manually to get it onto my PSP and the Vita doesn't allow direct access to the file system.
Wait, what's that about Killzone not working right?
 
something screwy is going on with amazon. they have put the money back into my account for the orders (wipeout, hsg, 32gb card) that are saying shipping soon. also the listings for these items now say they will be released on 2/13 instead of available now. who knows what's going on with this. seems strange.
 
this is what i like to hear. First game im playing when i get my console.
yeah i'm only a couple hours in on my psp save so i'll be playing it a bunch too.
Yeah, and it was a twin stick shooter ala geometry wars and everyday shooter except you used the face buttons, now you can use an actual second stick.
oh yeah! you're right, i forgot. that will be so much better. i hated using the face buttons for that game and stopped playing.


ys looks so much better on this screen. i'm not sure whether it's the oled, or if it's just how shitty the screen on my psp go is. i think it's probably both.
 
Going to make a run over to EBGames in the morning to look into replacing my memory card. Have not had success installing anything larger than Super Stardust Delta on it.

Hope none of you guys ordering memory cards online run into similar challenges.
 
Wait, what's that about Killzone not working right?
There is an extra fifth chapter that was previously available as DLC. AFAIK, it's no longer possible to download it from the PSN store. At least it wasn't for me. I ended up having to:
  1. Manually download it from MediaFire.
  2. Transfer over the files to my PSP via USB.
  3. Fool the game into thinking it has downloaded it from the store by trying to connect and then quickly cancel the process.
It's bullshit and Sony should have replaced the Killzone Liberation image on the store with a patched version.
 
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