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Suggested PSP games for PA East

whosgeowhosgeo Registered User new member
edited March 2010 in PAX Archive
If the DS can have its own thread, so can the PSP! I primarily play single player games on my PSP. So I'm not sure what is often played multiplayer standing around at PAX. I'm looking to pick up a couple games before heading to Boston. Any suggestions?

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    dardordardor Redmond, WARegistered User regular
    edited February 2010
    I don't like PvP (at all) so can't help you much there. I know that a few of us have Dissidia, which has pretty good head to head battling. If you're an FF fan you should get that regardless.

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    MisterPlisskenMisterPlissken Registered User regular
    edited February 2010
    Both the Siphon Filter and Metal Gear: Portable Ops games have decent multiplayer. I might have to dust of mine before I come over.

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    DaNerdDaNerd Registered User regular
    edited February 2010
    Monster Hunter Freedom Unite
    Dissidia
    Phantasy Star Portable
    Monster Hunter Freedom Unite
    Lumines
    Guilty Gear Accent Core Plus
    Monster Hunter Freedom Unite

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    RdrRdr Rider Registered User regular
    edited February 2010
    DaNerd wrote: »
    Monster Hunter Freedom Unite
    Dissidia
    Phantasy Star Portable
    Monster Hunter Freedom Unite
    Lumines
    Guilty Gear Accent Core Plus
    Monster Hunter Freedom Unite

    I believe I see a pattern here. I'll be sure to bring my PSP and 3 copies of Monster Hunter Freedom Unite.

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    DaNerdDaNerd Registered User regular
    edited February 2010
    I guess I forgot a copy, since it's 4 person co-op.

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    OnmitsuOnmitsu I'm just a birdie Ca-caw, ca-caw!Registered User regular
    edited February 2010
    I'm pretty sure the answer is...
    Monster Hunter Freedom Unite
    Monster Hunter Freedom Unite
    Monster Hunter Freedom Unite
    Monster Hunter Freedom Unite

    Or something like that. I might also bring Lumines, Warhammer 40k Squad Command, and FF Tactics, though I expect monster hunter to be the most common psp game by far. Anyone up for pwning a Lao Shan?

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    DaNerdDaNerd Registered User regular
    edited February 2010
    If by Lao Shan you mean Fatalis, then yes! Lao fights are so long and boring.

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    OnmitsuOnmitsu I'm just a birdie Ca-caw, ca-caw!Registered User regular
    edited February 2010
    Alright, sounds good. I personally mentioned lao shan because I figure 4 badass hunters pounding on it should actually kill the bastard with due speed. Maybe. Time I busted out the game and started training again.

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    BrennaCeDriaBrennaCeDria Registered User regular
    edited February 2010
    Can we switch this to "misc" like the DS thread was? Cause I won't be at PAX until Prime, but I'll be bringing Dissidia and Lumines at the very least, not sure what else; have to go through and see what I have is multi-player.

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    DaNerdDaNerd Registered User regular
    edited February 2010
    While you're switching it to misc, you might want to also add the 'X' to the end of "PA".

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    MockduckMockduck Registered User regular
    edited February 2010
    I will bring Atari Classics (c'mon 2 player action!) along with Dungeons and Dragons Tactics.

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    GausGaus Registered User regular
    edited February 2010
    I know in past conventions around the Boston area, DJ Max Portable has been very popular.

    Also - Did anyone mention Monster Hunter Freedom Unite yet?

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    whosgeowhosgeo Registered User new member
    edited February 2010
    So i've sensed a theme here. Looks like I should pick up MHFU before PAX. Anyone a fan of Puzzle Quest? Any other suggestions? Or is the PSP not worth it at the con?

    Oh, and if someone can tell me how, I'll change the category to "Misc" and add the "X" on PAX

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    GausGaus Registered User regular
    edited February 2010
    I think that it's totally worth it to bring the PSP, I just think the trend will be towards more modern games. ( Like MHFU ) Puzzle Quest just isn't in a lot of people's minds any more. ( especially since it was so glitchy in the beginning, it put a few people off )

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    ninja_bladeninja_blade Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    Okay so I'll bring dissidia...
    does anyone have street fighter, or Star wars battlefront?

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    GausGaus Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    I have Street Fighter. I don't have Star Wars.

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    ninja_bladeninja_blade Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    Street fighter is good and people are bringing dissidia

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    ayersrjayersrj Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    I picked up Blazblue today. Haven't even played the portable one, so I need to get my skills up very quickly.

    Also was planning on bringing Gran Turismo, Lumines I & II, and if someone actually has a random copy kicking around NHL 07, which is by far the best portable hockey game since NHL 2002 (which was basically NHL 94 on the GBA)

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    50 More Trash50 More Trash Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    I really hope I can bump into someone to play a matchup of FF Tactics... I'm one of the only people in my circle of friends with a PSP and have never had a chance to try PvP Tactics... meaning I'd probably get my ass kicked, but it would still be fun to see what its like.

    And I would think Lumines II over Lumines, if I recall correctly there's a few extra game modes in II... but I could be wrong.

    Is there a meetup or something for PSP gaming, or are we just crossing our fingers and hoping we're next to eachother in line (best way to pass time in line!).

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    ninja_bladeninja_blade Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    50 More Trash wrote: »
    I really hope I can bump into someone to play a matchup of FF Tactics... I'm one of the only people in my circle of friends with a PSP and have never had a chance to try PvP Tactics... meaning I'd probably get my ass kicked, but it would still be fun to see what its like.

    And I would think Lumines II over Lumines, if I recall correctly there's a few extra game modes in II... but I could be wrong.

    Is there a meetup or something for PSP gaming, or are we just crossing our fingers and hoping we're next to eachother in line (best way to pass time in line!).

    I got FF tactics but I haven't really played it... do you know if it's just random generic units or leveled ones?

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    50 More Trash50 More Trash Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    ninja_blade wrote: »
    50 More Trash wrote: »
    I really hope I can bump into someone to play a matchup of FF Tactics... I'm one of the only people in my circle of friends with a PSP and have never had a chance to try PvP Tactics... meaning I'd probably get my ass kicked, but it would still be fun to see what its like.

    And I would think Lumines II over Lumines, if I recall correctly there's a few extra game modes in II... but I could be wrong.

    Is there a meetup or something for PSP gaming, or are we just crossing our fingers and hoping we're next to eachother in line (best way to pass time in line!).

    I got FF tactics but I haven't really played it... do you know if it's just random generic units or leveled ones?

    Oh man, that's one of the downfalls of the game. In PvP or Co-op it doesn't scale up or down your characters... meaning that if you play someone substantially higher level than you its impossible, and even if you're doing co-op the monsters are rated based on the highest level character... meaning it would be horribly hard... even if not for PAX, you really should play it though, it's an amazing version of an already awesome game.

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    ninja_bladeninja_blade Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    50 More Trash wrote: »
    ninja_blade wrote: »
    50 More Trash wrote: »
    I really hope I can bump into someone to play a matchup of FF Tactics... I'm one of the only people in my circle of friends with a PSP and have never had a chance to try PvP Tactics... meaning I'd probably get my ass kicked, but it would still be fun to see what its like.

    And I would think Lumines II over Lumines, if I recall correctly there's a few extra game modes in II... but I could be wrong.

    Is there a meetup or something for PSP gaming, or are we just crossing our fingers and hoping we're next to eachother in line (best way to pass time in line!).

    I got FF tactics but I haven't really played it... do you know if it's just random generic units or leveled ones?

    Oh man, that's one of the downfalls of the game. In PvP or Co-op it doesn't scale up or down your characters... meaning that if you play someone substantially higher level than you its impossible, and even if you're doing co-op the monsters are rated based on the highest level character... meaning it would be horribly hard... even if not for PAX, you really should play it though, it's an amazing version of an already awesome game.

    I've passed the PS1 version, it is good, but my PSP is what I do when there's nothing else. I love my psp don't get me wrong, but God of War 3 is out...not to mention the time killer (final fantasy 13)

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    50 More Trash50 More Trash Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    ninja_blade wrote: »
    50 More Trash wrote: »
    ninja_blade wrote: »
    50 More Trash wrote: »
    I really hope I can bump into someone to play a matchup of FF Tactics... I'm one of the only people in my circle of friends with a PSP and have never had a chance to try PvP Tactics... meaning I'd probably get my ass kicked, but it would still be fun to see what its like.

    And I would think Lumines II over Lumines, if I recall correctly there's a few extra game modes in II... but I could be wrong.

    Is there a meetup or something for PSP gaming, or are we just crossing our fingers and hoping we're next to eachother in line (best way to pass time in line!).

    I got FF tactics but I haven't really played it... do you know if it's just random generic units or leveled ones?

    Oh man, that's one of the downfalls of the game. In PvP or Co-op it doesn't scale up or down your characters... meaning that if you play someone substantially higher level than you its impossible, and even if you're doing co-op the monsters are rated based on the highest level character... meaning it would be horribly hard... even if not for PAX, you really should play it though, it's an amazing version of an already awesome game.

    I've passed the PS1 version, it is good, but my PSP is what I do when there's nothing else. I love my psp don't get me wrong, but God of War 3 is out...not to mention the time killer (final fantasy 13)


    PSP is for playing at work... I was at a customer service job when I picked up my copy of Tactics for PSP, so it took me about a week or two of playing at work to get a solid play through, complete with sidequests, etc. I love the PSP for the re-releases of games I used to love (looking at you Dracula X Chronicles/Symphony of the Night specifically).

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    GausGaus Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    50 More Trash wrote: »
    I really hope I can bump into someone to play a matchup of FF Tactics... I'm one of the only people in my circle of friends with a PSP and have never had a chance to try PvP Tactics... meaning I'd probably get my ass kicked, but it would still be fun to see what its like.

    And I would think Lumines II over Lumines, if I recall correctly there's a few extra game modes in II... but I could be wrong.

    Is there a meetup or something for PSP gaming, or are we just crossing our fingers and hoping we're next to eachother in line (best way to pass time in line!).

    I think everyone is going to be meeting up in the handheld lounge. ( you probably can't miss it since it's the loonng hallway with the windows looking out onto the street. )

    Also wanted to say that I just picked up Eye of Judgment portable and hope to see some people to battle.

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    macrogeekmacrogeek Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    I'll be bringing bust-a-move, lumines, and wipeout pure.

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    DJ LushiousDJ Lushious Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    I didn't think about Street Fighter Alpha. I'll be picking it up this weekend.

    So, is it mainly we'll link up in the handheld gaming lounge? I was thinking that it would just be a matter of seeing *someone* broadcasting a game at any point during the convention.

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    AstroLadAstroLad Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    Anyone bringing Lumines 2? Or my personal favorite Ac!d 2?

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    50 More Trash50 More Trash Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    Not sure how many of you have played it but Resistance: Retribution is down to 20$ here in Canada (assuming it might be even cheaper in the USA)... its pretty fun (very Goldeneye/Perfect Dark actually) and has a couple multiplayer modes... anyone bringing theirs?

    That's the great part about PSP games... I can bring my whole Library and take up almost no space in my bag...

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    GausGaus Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    I love Resistance: Retribution. I haven't played for soo long though.. I should definitely bring it.

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    DJ LushiousDJ Lushious Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    Okay, so I got Sreet Fighter Alpha and am finding the smaller D-Pad to be a complete bear to pull off some characteras supers (Vega, Guile, etc.).

    I've not given the BlazBlue series a whole lot of time. Would I be better to give that a try? Does BlazBlue's special/ultra/whatever moves translate to the PSP d-pad better?

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    DaNerdDaNerd Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    BlazBlue is a p terrible game. If you want something that plays the same, but is much better, pick-up Guilty Gear: Accent Core Plus.

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    50 More Trash50 More Trash Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    That's not entirely fair to BlazBlue... I played tons of GG on the PS2... and found that BB is about 78% more approachable for newbies... they take the overall feel of GG and tweak it a little bit for BB making it much easier for someone to get into, but still having that high level of skill to actually master it (and even then, I would argue that mastering all the characters would be almost impossible, I've had the game for about a year and play on a regular basis and can only really say I'm "good" with Noel and Arakune).

    But I also have never played either on PSP, I tend to grip the PS controller 'arcade style' and also have a tournie stick for play at home, these tendencies and preferences wouldn't transfer over too well on the PSP I think... but that's just me.

    PSP Games I will have in my bag:
    Resistance Retribution
    Dissidia
    Lumines II
    FFT

    Does Crisis Core have a multiplayer element? I seem to remember there was a trade thing or something.

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    ShadowWolf9ShadowWolf9 Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    What about Soul Calibur: Broken Destiny?

    It's my favorite fighter on the PSP.

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    creid8creid8 Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    I'm bringing:

    Lumines
    FFT
    Monster Hunter Freedom (haven't started 2, don't own Unite)
    Metal Gear Ac!d 2 (because someone mentioned it)

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    50 More Trash50 More Trash Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    creid8 wrote: »
    I'm bringing:

    Lumines
    FFT
    Monster Hunter Freedom (haven't started 2, don't own Unite)
    Metal Gear Ac!d 2 (because someone mentioned it)

    Do you have a high level game at FFT? I only have an endgame (pre Helm's Deep mind you, but still very high level, Dark Knights, Dancers, etc) save and would love someone to be around that level to play with or against...

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    Lotus9Lotus9 Registered User new member
    edited March 2010
    I was thinking Tekken? Wireless Tekken on PSP is pretty sweet. Wait, 6 is out. Nevermind. I only have 5 on PSP. Hmmmm. I'm bringing it and FFT and Lumines. @REMGS on Twitter if you're down.

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    50 More Trash50 More Trash Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    Man... I only have Lumines II... please tell me some of you guys have it... I've seen most of you post Lumines... but never the "II" part... such a good game... I was asked a question by a friend of mine with less-than-legal PSP (mine is not modded so no worries there)... do hacked versions of games work multiplayer with legal systems? If nobody knows we'll find out pretty quickly at PAX, but until then he nor I are sure.

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    ArymanAryman Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    Well... besides Dissidia there's nothing else that's been mentioned that I play. I guess I'll be leaving my Phat at home.

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    AstroLadAstroLad Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    I have and will bring Lumines II. Don't know how long I'll be in line for if at all, but I am definitely bringing and playing Lumines II and Ac!d 2.

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    GausGaus Registered User regular
    edited March 2010
    50 More Trash wrote: »
    Man... I only have Lumines II... please tell me some of you guys have it... I've seen most of you post Lumines... but never the "II" part... such a good game... I was asked a question by a friend of mine with less-than-legal PSP (mine is not modded so no worries there)... do hacked versions of games work multiplayer with legal systems? If nobody knows we'll find out pretty quickly at PAX, but until then he nor I are sure.

    So games do and some don't. Most do though.

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