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Phantsy Star on line episode 1(version 2)

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: April 05, 2008
Author: Amazon User

This product is more or less for old time sakes, its a little more glitchy than the newer games, but the thing about this one is you have to make more decisions because of the smaller bank size, also it seem like the monsters in the ultimate mode are tougher in this version. Still it is better than version 1 in the things you can do (the scrolling) It is still fun to play even these days.

Ignore the biast reviews.

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: December 22, 2006
Author: Amazon User

This game is good. But you should only get it for two reasons.

The first is if you are a hardcore PSO fan. Version 2 for the Dreamcast doesn't match up at all to the Gamecube version. And most people that have been playing the Gamecube version have transitioned to the more superior "Blue Burst" for the PC. So this is a novelity perchase at best.

Secondly, if you are going to play this game, Sega doesn't have their Dreamcast servers up anymore. So you'll have to find a private server to play this game online. Yes, they are out there. But this game simply isn't all that much fun unless you are online.

There are also some key diffrences in the Dreamcast version in comparision to the Gamecube version. The most prominent one being that you actually drop the weapon that you have equipped if you die rather then it just merely being unequipped. I don't think I have to tell you what that means if you're playing online. And for those of you that are looking forward to playing all the offline quests, some of the quests that were in the Gamecube version were downloadable only in the Dreamcast version. So you'll miss out on a few of the quests if you stay offline. But you will have more fun with that quest where that useless RAmar, MOME, tags along with you to fight the Del Rol Le. Unlike the Gamecube version, he doesn't play dead and you have to protect him the entire fight. I thought I'd mention that for those that want to try that quest out in a new light.

In summary, this is a novelity perchase for the fans and nothing more. You can only have one character at a time in the Dreamcast version as well. So, whatever class you pick, you're stuck with and you don't have the other 3 slots to play with. It's also worth noting that the HUcastal, RAmarl, and FOmar aren't in this game either. None of those classes were particularly practical anyway. So, that's no big loss. But if you're looking for a version of PSO that can be played online for free, this is the best thing you can get outside of getting a hacked J version of "Blue Burst" to play on a private server (which is hard as hell to find now).

The kids that say that this is the best game ever, should know better.

Phantasy star online ver. 2

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: February 12, 2004
Author: Amazon User

This is defenently one of the best games I have ever played. Its a lot of fun getting to make a character but even more fun to put them into action! This game rocked you've got to try it.

Great

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: November 19, 2003
Author: Amazon User

this is a very good game except that the only way you can play is online and sega is shutting down the servers so you can't play version 2 at all if you wan't this game then get the original or the one for Gamecube or Xbox

Phantasy Star Online Version 2

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 2
Date: August 22, 2003
Author: Amazon User

So far it's the best anventure game i'ved played on any system thats been out.

Regarding the Credit card policy

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 7
Date: May 28, 2003
Author: Amazon User

First off this game requires money because it is run on powerful t1 servers. IT IS ONLINE POWERFUL AND IT NEEDS MONEY TO RUN, SO STOP NEWBING AROUND AND PAY THE BILL, BECAUSE IF YOU DIDN"T THIS GREAT GAME WOULDN"T EXIST.

Unlike games like starcraft, pso is a persistently changing online experience. You don't create games, there is one game to play on one server which costs alot of money.

Besides that the game is fun for non newbies!

The Dreamcast goes out in style

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: April 18, 2003
Author: Amazon User

It's sad to see the Dreamcast leaving us. But it's great to know that it's leaving us in style with some of the best games. After Sega announced they would stop producing the Dreamcast, some of the best games have been released. NBA 2K2, NFL 2K2, NHL 2K2, Sonic Adventure 2, and of course Phantasy Star Online version 2.

PSO version 2 is about the Pioneer being destroyed. You use your created character to go around a planet called Ragol to research what happened and it's remains, etc. The gameplay is one area that PSO version 2 really shines. You can choose to either play online or off-line (both excellent modes). If you own PSO version 1 for Dreamcast you will be able to port you character form that game into version 2. Unlike most RPG's this game is a big-time slashing, shooting and killing game and is much more fun than many RPG's. This game also has many new quests that were not in PSO version 1 as well as several new levels such as Cave and Beach to go along with Forest 1 and Forest 2. Sonic Team has also made it easier to get more useful items throughout the game. Meseta (the money in PSO) is much more plentiful and rare items are much easier to find than in PSO version 1. Also you will find more items such as weapons that can be used by your type of character. If you would rather play online it will cost you $15 for 3 months which is not at all a bad deal. Online you can play Battle Mode vs. other players around the world, play Go-Go Soccer in the lobby or join forces with others.

If you own Phantasy Star Online version 1 and have yet to pick up version 2, you don't know what you're missing. With new quests, more rare items, and great, new levels, PSO version 2 is one of the best games on the Dreamcast. The DC definitely goes out in style.

One of best Sega Games

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: November 26, 2002
Author: Amazon User

PHANTASY Star Online version 2 is a great game for most ages. It is an action adventure somewhat similar the Zelda battle system. This game includes everything from 3 unique classes to a mini robot called a MAG that hovers over your shoulder and provides protection and help. This is one of the best games EVER made for the dreamcast system, and it is even playable online! great for any ages over 10. Also, this is a highly addictive game and never gets old because there is always something more to do.

This is the best [darn] Game for sega dreamcast

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: October 28, 2002
Author: Amazon User

Sorry for the word up there but I bought version 1 and instantly loved that game it's the BEST GAME IN AMERICA/JAPAN/WORLD

One of the last decent titles of the Dreamcast

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 5 / 6
Date: August 18, 2002
Author: Amazon User

Phantasy Star Online Version 2 is one of the last games that you will still see on the shelves. Very few stores still sell this title, because it is the successor of the huge international bestseller "Phantasy Star Online". PSOv2 is about the Pioneer being destroyed, and your customally created character must go on a planet called Ragol to research what happened to it, where are it's remains and so on. A plot taken out of the "RPG Storylines" book. It has a weak storyline, but the gameplay is incredible. This game has a online and offline game. The offline game is you can do this adventure yourself, level up your character, buy items, learn magic tricks. The online mode takes advantage of the Sega Dreamcast's build in 56k modem, or a purchasable Broadband Adapter. The modem allows you to connect to the PSO server and play with people all over the world, including Europe, Japan, South America, Africa, Australia and other places with the Internet. The second version of Phantasy Star Online has more additions to it. There is a highly wanted "Battle" mode, which lets you battle other online players. That is really cool! They also have Go-Go Soccer which lets other PSOv2 players play soccer in the lobbies. Now, the cons to PSOv2 is that I found not too much use to it. If you read the cover, you must pay a steep fee of 15 dollars for 3 months of unlimited online play, due to the new filters to eliminate Gameshark users and people who use illegal items, and the overwhelming amount of users. So you have to convert your PSOv1 file into a PSOv2 file, and there is no turning back. The only way to get free online gaming without the extras is to play with version 1. Now, I purchased a DSL modem, and I got rid of my second phone line, which I used for PSO when there was no one online. The only way my DSL modem to get online is to buy the rare, exclusive, expensive broadband modem... They discontinued it after their announcement of the ending of the Dreamcast. Now you can only buy it on [name of store] for ridiculously high prices. I found no use for it, because I refuse to pay [dollor amount] to the additional [dollar amount] for hte game. You have to pay [dollar amount]to own the game and play online for a year.

Phantasy Star Online is an excellent expierence that must be had by any Sega fan. I recommend also playing "Sega Smash Pack" which includes "Phantasy Star 2" from Sega Genesis. I would recommend Phantasy Star Online Version 1 so you can get the expierence of free online play, at a excellent affordable price. You cannot find it in stores, but you have to look around online for it.

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