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On December 17, 2011, a handheld was launched that took the hearts of many by storm. Despite it's ups and downs, the PlayStation Vita remains a handheld with a solid library, and this thread's purpose is to discuss the software released on a monthly basis.
On December 17, 2011, a handheld was launched that took the hearts of many by storm. Despite it's ups and downs, the PlayStation Vita remains a handheld with a solid library, and this thread's purpose is to discuss the software released on a monthly basis.
NA
EU
05 - Castlestorm
A-Men 2
12 - Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition
15 - Flower
19 - The Amazing Spider-Man
22 - Tearaway
26 - Ys: Memories of Celceta
29 - flOw
TBA - Furmins
A-Men 2
12 - Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition
15 - Flower
19 - The Amazing Spider-Man
22 - Tearaway
26 - Ys: Memories of Celceta
29 - flOw
TBA - Furmins
EU
15 - LEGO Marvel Super Heroes: Universe in Peril
22 - Tearaway
29 - Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition
22 - Tearaway
29 - Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition
Ys: Memories of Celceta
Over a year after its original Japanese release, XSEED has answered the prayers of many by finally bringing the latest game in the much beloved Ys franchise to the West. Much like what Oath in Felghana is to Ys III, Memories of Celceta is actually a re-envisioning of another game, specifically Ys IV, featuring a retold story and a new battle system based off of the one seen in Ys Seven. Our dashing red-haired hero, Adol, is back again to explore uncharted lands and kick monster butt...only he is missing one thing: his memories!
Unfortunately, those in European and other PAL territories will have to wait until 'early 2014' for NIS America's local release. Though of course, there is always the option to import...
Tearaway
Declared as the next coming of Christ by some, shunned for its visual aesthetics by others, there is no arguing that Tearaway is the biggest upcoming title for the Vita this month. Developed by the brilliant minds behind LittleBigPlanet, Media Molecule, Tearaway is a third-person adventure game where you join Iota on his epic journey through a vibrant papery world to deliver a unique message to none other than you, the player!
Tearaway takes advantage of all the features the Vita has to offer, from blowing into the mic to create great gusts of winds, to tapping the rear touchpad to send tremors through the Earth. It'll be a one of a kind experience that can only be enjoyed here on the Vita.
JPN
07 - Akiba's Trip 2
Exstetra
14 - God Eater 2
21 - Shin Rorona no Atelier: Hajimari no Monogatari - Arland no Renkinjutsushi
28 - Bitter Smile
Criminal Girls: Invitation
Nihon Pro Mahjong Renmei Kounin: Motto 20-Bai! Mahjong ga Kyou Kunaru Houhou - Hatsu Chuukyuusha Hen
Nihon Pro Mahjong Renmei Kounin: Tokoton Mahjong! Joryuu Pro ni Chousen! Tetsuman Megami Special
Shin Sangoku Musou 7 with Musouden
Steins;Gate: Senkei Kousoku no Phenogram
White Album 2: Shiawase no Mukougawa
Exstetra
14 - God Eater 2
21 - Shin Rorona no Atelier: Hajimari no Monogatari - Arland no Renkinjutsushi
28 - Bitter Smile
Criminal Girls: Invitation
Nihon Pro Mahjong Renmei Kounin: Motto 20-Bai! Mahjong ga Kyou Kunaru Houhou - Hatsu Chuukyuusha Hen
Nihon Pro Mahjong Renmei Kounin: Tokoton Mahjong! Joryuu Pro ni Chousen! Tetsuman Megami Special
Shin Sangoku Musou 7 with Musouden
Steins;Gate: Senkei Kousoku no Phenogram
White Album 2: Shiawase no Mukougawa
God Eater 2
God Eater 2 is the sequel to the well-received Action RPG Gods Eater Burst. Set 3 years after the original, the world is still populated by Aragami and things have taken a turn for the worse. A "Red Rain" has poured onto the land and spread sickness in Fenrir's Far East Branch, while a new team of God Eaters, "Blood", has been sent in to investigate. God Eater 2 features two new transforming weapons ; the Burst Hammer and the Charge Spear, new Aragami, as well as introducing the new Blood Arts system, a system that evolves player's attacks based on the amount they're used, creating additional effects and stronger attacks. Some Blood Arts are learned through side missions, while there are also new locations, new NPCs, and the game will continue the story set in the original.
The game will no doubt feature copious amounts of Alisa underboob, while there is a demo available via the JPN PSN store. God Eater 2 is also available on PSP. If you're a pleb.
Akiba's Trip 2
Akiba's Trip 2 is Acquire Corporation's next hit title on the Vita, the sequel to Akiba's Trip on the PSP. The city the game takes place in is a replica of real life Akihabara, featuring over 125 shops that are actually in the city. Akihabara is yet again taken over by vampiric demon creatures and it's up to you and your partners to investigate why and the conspiracy around the Magaimono organization. The game is a beat 'em up title that requires you to strip the demons' clothes off and leave them naked... to expose them to sunlight. While Kati is rad, I do believe that Rin is the best girl.
Look, you rip off clothes and expose underwear and panties and buy stuff in stores since it's kind of an RPG too. It's rad.
From the Guacamelee! OT:
Many of us here wholeheartedly recommend Guacamelee!, so if you're a fan of platformers, beat 'em ups or even luchadores, give it a shot. You won't regret it!
Guacamelee! is a Metroid-vania style action-platformer set in a magical Mexican inspired world.
The game draws its inspiration from traditional Mexican culture and folklore, and features
many interesting and unique characters. Guacamelee builds upon the classic open-world
Metroid-vania style of games, by adding a strong melee combat component, a new
dimension switching mechanic, and cooperative same-screen multiplayer for the entire story.
The game also blurs the boundaries between combat and platforming by making many of the
moves useful and necessary for both of these.
The game features a down on his luck Mexican named Juan Aguacate, who sets out to save
the world when El Presidente’s Daughter is kidnapped by an Evil Charro Skeleton. The story
takes place in and around a small village in Mexico, and has the player travelling through
alternate dimensions: “The World of the Living” and “The World of the Dead” on his quest to
rescue the girl he loves.
Many of us here wholeheartedly recommend Guacamelee!, so if you're a fan of platformers, beat 'em ups or even luchadores, give it a shot. You won't regret it!
How do I backup/transfer my games and saves to and from my PC/PS3?
For PC:
Follow this guide
For PS3:
Follow this other guide.
How do I switch accounts on my Vita?
First of all, note that:
1. A system can only be linked to one account at a time
2. A memory card can only be linked to one account at a time.
To switch accounts you must:
1. Restore the PS Vita System (Settings > Format > Restore).
2. Format the memory card (if you only have one) or swap in another memory card (if you have multiple).
More detailed steps located here courtesy of The Grim Heaper.
Is the Vita region free like the PSP? Can I import games without fear?
Yes it is and yes you can!
Please bear in mind that even if DLC is not region free. The only way to access the DLC of your imported games is to switch to an account with a matching region using the steps provided above.
What is PlayStation Plus? Why should I, as a Vita owner, care about it?
PlayStation Plus is a subscription service that not only gives you access to extra perks to use for your PS Vita, but also grants you an Instant Game Collection of 6 games available to try out for free. These perks include:
- 1GB Cloud Storage for all your PS Vita Game saves (PS1/PSP saves are not allowed).
- Automatic Save uploads to the Cloud, Game Updates and Trophy syncs.
- The same features available for your PlayStation 3 console, only with even more games.
For PC:
Follow this guide
For PS3:
Follow this other guide.
How do I switch accounts on my Vita?
First of all, note that:
1. A system can only be linked to one account at a time
2. A memory card can only be linked to one account at a time.
To switch accounts you must:
1. Restore the PS Vita System (Settings > Format > Restore).
2. Format the memory card (if you only have one) or swap in another memory card (if you have multiple).
More detailed steps located here courtesy of The Grim Heaper.
Is the Vita region free like the PSP? Can I import games without fear?
Yes it is and yes you can!
Please bear in mind that even if DLC is not region free. The only way to access the DLC of your imported games is to switch to an account with a matching region using the steps provided above.
What is PlayStation Plus? Why should I, as a Vita owner, care about it?
PlayStation Plus is a subscription service that not only gives you access to extra perks to use for your PS Vita, but also grants you an Instant Game Collection of 6 games available to try out for free. These perks include:
- 1GB Cloud Storage for all your PS Vita Game saves (PS1/PSP saves are not allowed).
- Automatic Save uploads to the Cloud, Game Updates and Trophy syncs.
- The same features available for your PlayStation 3 console, only with even more games.
Upcoming Vita Games and Apps for 2013
Vita Compatible PS1 Classics
PlayStation Mobile Thread of Indie Games, and Apps on Android/Vita
Vita NeoGAF Game Reviews
Vita Wallpaper Thread
Vita Tips and Tricks
_____Vita Compatible PS1 Classics
PlayStation Mobile Thread of Indie Games, and Apps on Android/Vita
Vita NeoGAF Game Reviews
Vita Wallpaper Thread
Vita Tips and Tricks
Thanks to The Grim Heaper and Monosukoi for their write-ups on Akiba's Trip 2 and God Eater 2 respectively, and cyborg009 for the subtitle since I lack creativity. Also, a big shout-out to Noi for all his hardwork on the threads for previous months!