SEGA decided to do a pretty cool thing... and release Phantasy Star Online 2 (Free-2-Play) in the West... this coming Spring 2020. I know some of you have supported SDGT Entertainment for years, before it was even known by that name. So... some of you may be aware of why Phantasy Star games hold a special place in my heart.
There are a variety of games that hit me in a sentimental spot... but this franchise does especially because it was the go to IP for my best friend and I. He passed away nearly a decade ago, but... every time I play an awesome game or get an announcement... I wonder what he'd think and how he'd react. So if anything, i'd play this game to travel back in time... even if I get a lump in my throat reminiscing about old times... that's the beauty of gaming with great people.
I still think that this game would make sense on the Nintendo Switch, but... maybe with the right push it will see a Switch release one day.
| F2P "Phantasy Star Online" Service Announced for the West,Debuting in North America Spring 2020 |
IRVINE, Calif. - June 9, 2019 - SEGA Games Co., Ltd. announced today that Phantasy Star Online 2 (PSO2), one of Japan's greatest online RPGs, will launch in the West, debuting in North America in Spring 2020 on Xbox One™.
All stories and content, and especially the fan-favorite epic battles with their huge number of enemies, will be included in this free-to-play release. Stay tuned for more details!
"What is PSO2?"
Join the Spectacular Experience of a "Never-ending Quest" and "The Highest Level Action"! Players of PSO2 become a member of a research expedition called "Arks," which belong to a fleet of interplanetary cruising ships, setting out to a research a variety of different planets. Visiting places for the mission (quest) always evolves into a fresh and surprising adventure, including auto-generated maps, sudden events, and a Multiplayer Party Area, where up to 12 players can play together simultaneously.
Each planet and quest is an encounter with different characters and battles with enemies. Its easy control systems allow for intense exhilaration in battles as well as highly strategic and customizable actions.
Gigantic boss enemies are also waiting for their time to challenge you with their towering body that covers the whole screen. Team up with other players against epic bosses!
Create Your Own Character with the Ultimate "Character Creation"! Not only costumes, hairstyles, accessories, but also the height, body shape, and moreover, the length and thickness of arms and legs, can be customized with a morphing feature for unlimited customization and design combination. Free to Download and Play the Game! The entire game will be made available as a F2P experience for players on Xbox One. There will be no limitations on game experiences such as Class Level cap or direct purchase of high-tier weapons because we want to provide all players with a fair and exciting experience. If players still find themselves in need of assistance for their quest, microtransactions are there to help. |
| Phantasy Star Online 2 will launch in the West, debuting in North America in Spring 2020 on Xbox One. For more information, be sure to visit the official website at http://pso2.com. |
