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Re: Siliconera » Eternal Poison: Great Gothic Style, Eternal Loading Times

lostinblue — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:52:05 -0000

@ jeffx - indeed HDLoader is a fine way to not mod the console and still have access to the HDD, but I need internal modifications anyway, since I live in europe (and my equipment is PAL) but more than half my PS2 games are US. Be it because of release dates, the fact that they won't come out here (all PS2 Tales of games, and xenosaga 1 and 3), price, extras (artbooks, artbooks) the fact that they have progressive scan in their US version and not on the PAL one, or even worse, the forced 50 Hz thingy that often makes games 17% slower, hence wattered down.

So... since I need to run imports and because I hate disc swaps each time I want to play a +80 hour RPG (have to do it to this day on my Dreamcast and GC though)... I modded it. For the record I never ran a "backup" of something I don't own for it, neither do I plan to; but I guess I represent 0.000001% of the "chip" users, and in that sense I don't advise that kind of mod.

I'm 200% satisfied with the "hardmod" way with embedded Operating System to boot stuff though.

Re: Siliconera » Eternal Poison: Great Gothic Style, Eternal Loading Times

jeffx — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:32:48 -0000

Atlus publishes them, they don't fix them. I don't even think they have an in-house programmer. Turning off battle animations is their suggestion.

Just to make one thing clear: HD Loader does not require any kind of chip or internal modifications (if you know what you're doing).

Re: Siliconera » Relaxing with National Geographic Panda

Jon — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:50:07 -0000

These things will only gain longevity when upkeep means something. One shouldn't be able to leave it for 6 months and only have to deal with fleas and a case of the grumps (aka Nintendogs).

Re: Siliconera » Eternal Poison: Great Gothic Style, Eternal Loading Times

Andrew — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:46:21 -0000

Atlus couldn't correct this loading issue for the NA version?

Re: Siliconera » Eternal Poison: Great Gothic Style, Eternal Loading Times

CRIMExTHINK — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:39:28 -0000

PS2 Network Adapters (for the HDD) can easily be found at pretty much any EB Games store for about $20.

I'll probably buy this soon, but right now I'm getting ready for Persona 4. And final exams :(

Re: Siliconera » Eternal Poison: Great Gothic Style, Eternal Loading Times

lostinblue — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:29:23 -0000

jeffx seriously?

hurray! :D

Louise you should, think of it as the "ultimate PS2" kind of thing, any RPG/game junkie should have one; and apart from the HDD adapter (dunno for how much it fetches now) it isn't even that expensive.

Mine even has a built-in Operating System (ToxicOS) on the chip so I don't have to have HDLoader (I don't have one actually). in the drive or wear the laser, or it could work without the laser just the same.

I can't go back, got it specifically (mostly) because Tales of the Abyss loadings were too much and they went from 10 seconds after any battle in the world map to being nonexistent.

Re: Siliconera » Eternal Poison: Great Gothic Style, Eternal Loading Times

jeffx — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:23:27 -0000

Not allowed to post links in Siliconera comments, but search "PS2 hard drive compatibility chart" on Google for the complete list of supported drives. Hint: most Maxtor will work, most Western Digital won't.

Not only will HD Loader eliminate loading times, it will also prolong the precious lifespan of your DVD drive. With a 250GB drive you can load at least 60 games, way more if you get into ISO shrinking (well worth the trouble)

Sorry for the article jacking! I'm just glad Atlus took a "chance" with this game, although it's well in line with their regular releases.

Re: Siliconera » Eternal Poison: Great Gothic Style, Eternal Loading Times

Louise — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:58:52 -0000

Loading it onto the HD is a great idea. I wish I had a HD to use for that though. I'm glad to hear there's no loading times with the HDLoader.

Re: Siliconera » Eternal Poison: Great Gothic Style, Eternal Loading Times

jeffx — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:29:17 -0000

no loading times with HDLoader

Re: Siliconera » Eternal Poison: Great Gothic Style, Eternal Loading Times

lostinblue — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:33:40 -0000

Well, mine got into customs I'm waiting for the paper and fee to be able to enjoy it, this said my PS2 has HDD and I'll probably install it in there; I hope to get rid of the loading times.

Re: Siliconera » Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time Gets A Limited Edition DSi Too

lostinblue — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:26:49 -0000

^ that "DS game" is the only upcoming Square-Enix Wii game, funny (and idiotic) isn't it? ;)

Re: Siliconera » Star Ocean: Second Evolution Lands Two Weeks Later

Vrakanox — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:16:20 -0000

getting a psp for x-mas just so i can re-rock these star ocean games =]. also tales of the world games, this is going to be an awesome x-mas. can't wait for star ocean IV!!

Re: Siliconera » Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time Gets A Limited Edition DSi Too

Lucky — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:22:39 -0000

What? lol

Re: Siliconera » Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time Gets A Limited Edition DSi Too

lostinblue — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:15:56 -0000

Wow, Square-Enix really doesn't want that insulting DS-port-to-the-Wii to sell.

Neither do I though.

Re: Siliconera » Chrono Trigger DS’ New Ending + New Boss Spoiled

cross sux — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:41:19 -0000

Good cuz chrono cross was a big piece of $#!T

Re: Siliconera » Soldner-X: Himmelssturmer Only $9.99 On PSN

Bakke — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:40:45 -0000

So waiting for this game. I'm going to buy it. I hope that counts at least as a grain of salt for the shmup scene in PSN USA :(

Re: Siliconera » Change Is Inevitable In Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World

lostinblue — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:10:19 -0000

@ Jenni: (Quote) A spin-off maybe, but I don’t really think its that low budget. (/Quote) Well, it is certainly low budget all around. For one they didn't even "waste" that much money doing new assets, let alone some graphical effort going on. GC wasn't a PS2 already, let alone a Wii.

@ Jenni: (Quote) The mini dialogues between characters are all voiced (which is nice) (/Quote) Nice, but they promised to go after the original voice actors for the sequel, and instead because of the union and non-union crap we had voice actors that weren't even contacted to reprise the role, they were informed of the game existance by the fans. This game was even low budget when it comes to voice over treatment, next to a proper installment.

Although yes, they didn't record skits before, and do now, and thus must have had some kind of shame in not recording them for this one. But the production values are low.

@ Jenni: (Quote) and I like how it uses motion capture scenes that aren’t animated to advance the storyline. Sometimes, when a game suddenly jumps to an animated or FMV sequence (which looks totally different from the rest of the game), it can be a bit jarring. (/Quote) Well, if you're talking about motion captured in-game cutscenes they look crap to me as well, better than the rest of the subpar graphicall effort (or lack of it) sure, but they certainly don't seem that good.

@ Jenni: (Quote) Just because it doesn’t look “next gen” and may be a bit slow to start, doesn’t mean its low quality. (/Quote) Well, and it certainly doesn't mean they did any effort whatsoever as well when they've (Namco) shown they can do better, inexperienced third party's on the Wii are doing RPG's that look miles and bounds better, and well, it's still a game made on the prospect of recycling assets, Wii owners deserved better, Tales fans deserved better, Tales of Symphonia fans deserved better. it's not horrible, sure.

As for how it starts, it starts out as the worse Tales beggining ever, it's just too darned slow. Abyss was slow but this one really takes the cake, it's not even enjoyable at first, just a chore.

Well, just the

Regarding the FFX-2 point, FFX-2 was made straight afterwards and for the same platform and by the same team, this? it was forked 5 years afterwards by a third rate team while the original one was too busy to make a game for a new, more powerful console and recycle old stuff.

It's half assed, it's low budget, it's lazy, it's disrespectful for the platform and their userbase.

Is it a horrible game? no it isn't, and on that I can agree, but it's still a lack of respect, and has a pretty bad approach to it... cheap approach.

Re: Siliconera » Change Is Inevitable In Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World

Vrakanox — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 12:54:28 -0000

I understand what you all mean about the storyline and all, but I would say Regal Bryant is very mature. Like Jenni says, they act based on their age. You have to remember the main characters are just children. Anyway I really like all of the characters and it's a fantastic game to enjoy with a few friends.

Re: Siliconera » You Put A Tarutaru In My Dissidia: Final Fantasy (Update)

M'iau M'iaut — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 12:35:17 -0000

Although I am not really sure how "new" of a personality her claiming to be an Emperor is or why any of her friends would be shocked at such behavior. Shantotto is pretty full of herself right from the start. Of course when you are one of the greatest members of the greatest race in FFXI thats to be expected.

Re: Siliconera » Detroit Metal City Meets Dragon Quest

tealovertoma — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 10:50:11 -0000

GO TO DMC! GO TO DMC!

Re: Siliconera » You Put A Tarutaru In My Dissidia: Final Fantasy (Update)

stoppableforce — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 09:45:05 -0000

Shantotto's actually a pretty significant character in every part of FFXI's storyline thus far, including Treasures of Aht Uhrgan. Of all the ones they could've picked, I'm satisfied it's her.

Wonder if this means the Shadow Lord will be included too? I'd be okay with that.

Re: Siliconera » Becoming Luciano’s partner in Princess Debut

Nika — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:49:01 -0000

Thanks for the tip, I was deperately trying out all different answer combinations in the hope for him to stay, but I would have never succeeded I guess XD

As much as this game is childish too easy and MUCH too pink, I can't help but to like it.

Re: Siliconera » Change Is Inevitable In Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World

Nika — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:45:00 -0000

@aoshii; Yes it indeed reminds me of FFx-2 now that you mention it. In the way that both games weren't exeptionally good, but that I enjoyed them a lot.

@Chris; I wouldn't put it that bluntly, but yeah some of the writing was a bit immature, and very cliche-ish.

@Jenni; I also came to love Tenebrae (although I've never heard his english voice). His eccentric attitude always made me laugh. I was a bit dissapointed with Righter though, for one I expected him to appear more often, and I totally misjudged his rule. (ok I'm just a whiny fangirl when it comes to him)

Re: Siliconera » Sony Pushes PS3 Sales By… Offering A PlayStation Credit Card

Nika — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:37:31 -0000

I expect this is only a US promotion? becuase I could use a credit card, and a ps3 XD

Re: Siliconera » Star Ocean: Second Evolution Lands Two Weeks Later

gar3 — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:37:02 -0000

I find it ridiculous MSX is getting Final Fantasy. It should stay on Famicom where it was born :-P