The 1/Only PSP Discussion Thread (No silly behavior allowed)
05-31-05, 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by joshd2012
Everytime I walk into my local EB, they are always sold out. They say that they get a few in, and they sell out the same day - can't keep them on the shelves. I really want to see one in person before I purchase it, but that seems like an impossible task around where I live.
05-31-05, 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by BigDaddy
I saw one at Target the other day as well.
The guy at the local Gamestop pretty much told me "We don't have any in stock, and most of the workers want one anyway, so fat chance of getting one here", so I just ordered it from the website with free shipping and no tax.
The thing does scratch pretty easily, but better that then my screen, right? Otherwise, it's pretty sleek looking, but adds substantial weight to the PSP... I mean, when I take it out I'm always surprised how light the PSP by itself is...
Also, I think for Reward Zone members, BB has both Tony Hawk and Spiderman for 29.99, which is actually 20 off of retail. there were two others, but they were originally 40 dollar games anyway, so they were only 10 bucks off...
05-31-05, 09:04 PM
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Originally Posted by DJ_Longfellow
What compression settings do you use in PSP Video? Also, do you decrypt a ONE BIG .VOB file (no breaks)?
I also encode the files using two-pass compression. I think it looks a little better.
A 2 hour movie comes out to about 400 mb.
And yes, I do decrypt the whole movie into one large file. I just find it easier to work with. You could break it down into chapters if you wanted.
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06-01-05, 11:20 AM
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Originally Posted by bahgee
If anyone is interested, Outpost.com has some japanese games, including Namco Museum and Bust a Move for $60 each and free shipping.
I don't know if it's the novelty, but I've picked up a few more of the launch games over the past couple of weeks, and they've been surprisingly fun. The 989 NBA game, while a little awkward, is actually pretty fun, and a refreshing change from NBA street. NFL Street is a blast, especially at a 40 dollar pricepoint instead of a 50 dollar one. I'm looking forward to getting into both Tony Hawk and Untold Legends, both of which were only 30 bucks at BB (and I'm thinking about Spiderman too). Most of these games wouldn't rate at all on my tv, but the portability of it and the fact I can play it while my wife takes over the TV are great. Can't wait for some truly great games to come along...
I even met a teenager recently who can't get enough of Rengoku, of all things...
So what exactly does that Wipeout download do? I downloaded it, but I have no idea what it added... do I have to play more to unlock things?
06-01-05, 01:51 PM
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Originally Posted by fujishig
I even met a teenager recently who can't get enough of Rengoku, of all things...
Wow, really? The store I work at got 3 copies on release day, sold all 3, and had all 3 traded back in by the end of the week. I believe it has taken over as "most traded" PSP game. We had about 5-6 copies of NBA come in, but I think we had the 7th copy of Rengoku traded in last night.
06-01-05, 02:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Edison
Wow, really? The store I work at got 3 copies on release day, sold all 3, and had all 3 traded back in by the end of the week. I believe it has taken over as "most traded" PSP game. We had about 5-6 copies of NBA come in, but I think we had the 7th copy of Rengoku traded in last night.
06-01-05, 02:50 PM
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Originally Posted by fujishig
So what exactly does that Wipeout download do? I downloaded it, but I have no idea what it added... do I have to play more to unlock things?
Taken from pspworld.com:
SCEA today officially released Gamma Pack I, the first set of downloadable content for Wipeout Pure. To access the downloads simply select Downloads from the main game screen and follow the instructions. The download is 3.5MB in size and features new tracks, ships, a new team, as well as new skins. Downloading the pack directly from the PSP requires a Wi-Fi internet connection, and that the PSP be plugged into, and getting power from, the AC adapter.
06-01-05, 03:09 PM
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Originally Posted by mrmagoo
Taken from pspworld.com:
SCEA today officially released Gamma Pack I, the first set of downloadable content for Wipeout Pure. To access the downloads simply select Downloads from the main game screen and follow the instructions. The download is 3.5MB in size and features new tracks, ships, a new team, as well as new skins. Downloading the pack directly from the PSP requires a Wi-Fi internet connection, and that the PSP be plugged into, and getting power from, the AC adapter.
SCEA today officially released Gamma Pack I, the first set of downloadable content for Wipeout Pure. To access the downloads simply select Downloads from the main game screen and follow the instructions. The download is 3.5MB in size and features new tracks, ships, a new team, as well as new skins. Downloading the pack directly from the PSP requires a Wi-Fi internet connection, and that the PSP be plugged into, and getting power from, the AC adapter.
06-01-05, 03:11 PM
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Originally Posted by btbrossard
In PSP Video 9 I use 384 k/s for video encoding and 96 k/s for audio (stereo). I also boost the audio volume to 200%. The files come out looking pretty good.
I also encode the files using two-pass compression. I think it looks a little better.
A 2 hour movie comes out to about 400 mb.
And yes, I do decrypt the whole movie into one large file. I just find it easier to work with. You could break it down into chapters if you wanted.
/Benjamin
I also encode the files using two-pass compression. I think it looks a little better.
A 2 hour movie comes out to about 400 mb.
And yes, I do decrypt the whole movie into one large file. I just find it easier to work with. You could break it down into chapters if you wanted.
/Benjamin
06-01-05, 03:19 PM
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In regards to the outpost/frys games.. they're WAY overcharging on them 
They're adding another $20 onto the already inflated import prices that have been charged. Most of those ($60 ones) are available online at the typical import sites for $40.. the $70 ones for about $55. So watch out for them
And Smartbomb is a good game!
They're adding another $20 onto the already inflated import prices that have been charged. Most of those ($60 ones) are available online at the typical import sites for $40.. the $70 ones for about $55. So watch out for them
And Smartbomb is a good game!
06-01-05, 03:23 PM
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Originally Posted by fujishig
Uh... I downloaded the pack without it being plugged into the AC adapter. Why would that be a requirement?
06-01-05, 04:55 PM
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http://games.slashdot.org/games/05/0...id=207&tid=233
Holy Crap! I'm really tempted to revert back to 1.0 just to get all these games. GameBoy Color,SNES,Master System,Genesis, and NeoGeo CD. I knew there was a good reason I didn't install 1.51 yet.
Or maybe I should just sell it :P
Holy Crap! I'm really tempted to revert back to 1.0 just to get all these games. GameBoy Color,SNES,Master System,Genesis, and NeoGeo CD. I knew there was a good reason I didn't install 1.51 yet.
Or maybe I should just sell it :P
06-01-05, 07:28 PM
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Originally Posted by sofdec
In regards to the outpost/frys games.. they're WAY overcharging on them
They're adding another $20 onto the already inflated import prices that have been charged. Most of those ($60 ones) are available online at the typical import sites for $40.. the $70 ones for about $55. So watch out for them
And Smartbomb is a good game!
They're adding another $20 onto the already inflated import prices that have been charged. Most of those ($60 ones) are available online at the typical import sites for $40.. the $70 ones for about $55. So watch out for them
And Smartbomb is a good game!
06-02-05, 01:21 AM
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Originally Posted by joshd2012
http://games.slashdot.org/games/05/0...id=207&tid=233
Holy Crap! I'm really tempted to revert back to 1.0 just to get all these games. GameBoy Color,SNES,Master System,Genesis, and NeoGeo CD. I knew there was a good reason I didn't install 1.51 yet.
Or maybe I should just sell it :P
Holy Crap! I'm really tempted to revert back to 1.0 just to get all these games. GameBoy Color,SNES,Master System,Genesis, and NeoGeo CD. I knew there was a good reason I didn't install 1.51 yet.
Or maybe I should just sell it :P
Has anyone tried any of this home made software?
06-02-05, 06:51 AM
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Originally Posted by shaggy
My shipped 1.50 is there way to change it to 1.0?
Has anyone tried any of this home made software?
Has anyone tried any of this home made software?
06-04-05, 02:21 PM
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Originally Posted by btbrossard
In PSP Video 9 I use 384 k/s for video encoding and 96 k/s for audio (stereo). I also boost the audio volume to 200%. The files come out looking pretty good.
I also encode the files using two-pass compression. I think it looks a little better.
A 2 hour movie comes out to about 400 mb.
And yes, I do decrypt the whole movie into one large file. I just find it easier to work with. You could break it down into chapters if you wanted.
/Benjamin
I also encode the files using two-pass compression. I think it looks a little better.
A 2 hour movie comes out to about 400 mb.
And yes, I do decrypt the whole movie into one large file. I just find it easier to work with. You could break it down into chapters if you wanted.
/Benjamin
06-06-05, 06:59 PM
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Originally Posted by fujishig
Uh... I downloaded the pack without it being plugged into the AC adapter. Why would that be a requirement?
When I downloaded the new firmware I had to have the unit plugged in. Not sure about the game info.
06-07-05, 04:49 PM
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06-08-05, 09:50 AM
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Originally Posted by joshd2012
Holy crap! Voice acting and all. That looks almost like FFX in terms of graphics with a fully 3D field map.
06-09-05, 08:14 AM
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If you bought a japanese PSP:
Sony releases new Japanese PSP patch
Minor update that adds still more security to the portable is now available to gamers across the Pacific.
TOKYO--Sony Computer Entertainment announced that it has released a new firmware patch for Japanese PSPs that updates their system software to version 1.52. According to SCE, the update will strengthen security on the PSP's system software, which will allow UMD music to be selected from the "Music" option rather than from the "Video" option on the menu screen. The 13MB update patch is available at the official Japanese PlayStation Web site.
Minor update that adds still more security to the portable is now available to gamers across the Pacific.
TOKYO--Sony Computer Entertainment announced that it has released a new firmware patch for Japanese PSPs that updates their system software to version 1.52. According to SCE, the update will strengthen security on the PSP's system software, which will allow UMD music to be selected from the "Music" option rather than from the "Video" option on the menu screen. The 13MB update patch is available at the official Japanese PlayStation Web site.
