Archive for August, 2008

Basilisk II PSP Port test release 22 - better IR keyboard support

Friday, August 1st, 2008

Screenshot of Basilisk II PSP Port homebrew emulator - Image 1 

Despite the official 1.1.0 release of J.F.’s Basilisk II PSP Port, the Mac emulator for the PlayStation Portable is still getting continuous test releases on the ps2dev forums. The latest build that was rolled out counts itself as test release 22 and includes some notable changes to allow Basilisk II to run smoother for those using an IR keyboard.

In addition, some changes were also added to the program’s code, making it slightly larger in size but with a notable speed difference as well. To give you a better idea of what new things were added in this release of Basilisk II, here’s a quote taken directly from the developer on the project’s release thread:

Made pspirkeyb files relative to the B2 directory. It’s probably why some people couldn’t get the IR keyboard to work - they didn’t have the proper files in the seplugins directory. Now they don’t need to worry about it. The files are now in the b2 directory and included with the program. It IS set to Palm, so if you have another keyboard, you’ll need to edit the pspirkeyb.ini file. I’ve verified this works and that the IRDA.prx is loaded by B2 on a Phat running 4.01 M33-2.

For more information regarding this latest test build, you can drop J.F. a line through the source link we’ve provided below.

Download: Basilisk II PSP Port test release 22
Download: Basilisk II PSP Port test release 22 (source)

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XLink Kai 7.4.18 beta - auto language detection for Windows users

Friday, August 1st, 2008

XLink Kai PSP homebrew utility - Image 1

If you’re bummed out because you can’t find enough friends to get a decent ad-hoc party started, you can always try playing on the XLink Kai global gaming network. A new beta version of the app was recently released, bumping itself up to 7.4.18 beta.

For those of you not familiar with XLink Kai, it’s basically an online system-link which allows you to play games for free. The service is not console specific and includes a relatively large community base.

The developer mentioned that the new build mainly includes bug fixes. In addition, the program now automatically detects the language settings for those running XLink Kai on Windows.

XLink Kai is available on both the PC or the Mac. Just make sure to download the appropriate version for your system through the links we’ve provided below.

Download: XLink Kai 7.4.18 beta OS X Universal
Download: XLink Kai 7.4.18 beta Linux x86
Download: XLink Kai 7.4.18 beta Win32

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Media Create Japan: PSP still hogs top spot, reaches 2 million sales mark

Friday, August 1st, 2008

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Editorial: The Definition Of “Gamer”

Friday, August 1st, 2008

The next time I hear someone try to define what a "gamer" by using some imaginary list of rules and requirements, I’m gonna choke. It’s not that tough.

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Final Fantasy XIII Demo Featured In Advent Children Complete

Friday, August 1st, 2008

No, nothing about a FFVII remake or sequel just yet, but we DO know a playable demo of FFXIII is coming with Advent Children Complete next March!

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Dissidia Gets Dated, Versus XIII To Have Simultaneous Release

Friday, August 1st, 2008

More from Square-Enix’s private party this weekend, as Dissidia: Final Fantasy for the PSP gets a December Japanese date, and the PS3 exclusive, Final Fantasy Versus XIII, will have a worldwide simultaneous release.

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DKS3713: Kingdom Hearts trailer tidbits, Dissidia PSP bundle and additional characters confirmed

Friday, August 1st, 2008

Sephiroth - Image 1Square Enix has announced more PSP love at their DKΣ3713 event today. After announcing the PSP versions of The 3rd Birthday and Final Fantasy Agito 13, the company has unveiled a Dissidia: Final Fantasy PSP bundle that’ll come out in December 2008.

No word on what the bundle includes yet, but as a special treat for collectors, a new potion based on Dissidia: Final Fantasy will also be sold in Japan.

The event also confirmed the addition of Golbez, Exdeath, Kefka and Sephiroth to the game. All of these hard-hitting antagonists were present and accounted for in the new Dissidia trailer shown during DKΣ3713.

In other trailer news, a name has finally surfaced for the 14th member of Organization XIII: Xion. She’ll be making her debut this winter in Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days. For the PSP side of things, Aqua in Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep is apparently voiced by Megumi Toyoguchi, who also voiced Elena in Final Fantasy 7: Advent Children.

Square Enix also announced a fashion collaboration with Japanese fashion brand Roen for  Final Fantasy Versus 13. All of the characters in the game will be sporting Roen designs.

The DKΣ3713 will last until tomorrow, so keep checking back here for more details.



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DKS3713: Kingdom Hearts titles and Dissidia: Final Fantasy release dates

Friday, August 1st, 2008

Kingdom Hearts - Image 1Yes, there’s more news coming your way from Square Enix‘ ongoing “private party”, DKS3713. We’re sure you were jolted alive by the first couple of news that streamed in (FF Agito 13 and Parasite Eve 3 on PSP, FF Versus XIII exclusivity), much like it felt as if we were fed with intravenous shots of caffeine here at QJ when we picked up on it.

More business just keeps coming, so let’s get down to it, shall we? Okay, Square Enix has more announcements to make, and this time, they are release dates for their much-awaited titles for the DS, PSP and Mobile.

Here’s the rundown:

Well, we’re halfway through 2008, so these titles can’t be too far away now, right? As usual, we’ll keep you up to date so keep it locked here for more.



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DKS3713: Final Fantasy Agito 13 and Parasite Eve 3 coming to PSP

Friday, August 1st, 2008

FFXIII Agito and PE3 coming to PSP - Image 1 
And here rolls out the “surprises” from Square Enix. At their ongoing DKS3713 event, the publisher has announced that two mobile phone game titles from their famed franchise rosters will be joining the PSP club.

The first one is The 3rd Birthday, from the Paradise Eve franchise. Originally a mobile phone exclusive, this one headed to the PSP will NOT be a sequel, hence, “Parasite Eve” did not come attached to the title. If you’ll remember, a rumor came out last year pertaining a Parasite Eve title for the next-gen in the works. Well, nothing came out of that, but this sure looks like this PSP rendezvous will be the closest we can get to that - for now, at least.

It also looks as if Parasite Eve lead character Aya Brea will be included, and that’s what brought fans to refer to The 3rd Birthday as Parasite Eve 3.” While no other details have been revealed, we do know that it it set to release sometime next year, 2009.

On the other hand, the other ex-mobile phone exclusive is from the Final Fantasy franchise - much-talked about as it is already. This time, it’s Final Fantasy Agito 13. Well, it’s not even out on mobile, actually. In fact, it was only a couple of months back that it was rumored to have been canceled. Now we know better, though. But we’re thinking with this announcement, it won’t be far fetched if they decide to launch both versions at the same time. Or maybe not.

Again, details are sparse for this one, but as in The 3rd Birthday announcement - and for more DKS3713 announcements for that matter - we’ll be sure to keep you posted on the dot.



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New video, clarifications about nullDC for PSP Slim

Saturday, August 2nd, 2008

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