Phantasy Star Online 2: News & Updates
Yesterday, Phantasy Star Online 2 made its debut in North America on Xbox One in beta form. However, the servers of this highly anticipated game were swiftly overwhelmed by the massive influx of eager players attempting to join in on the fun. The sheer number of enthusiasts striving to get into the game was so great that it caused the servers to buckle under the pressure.
As the excited fans put in their best efforts to access the game, Phantasy Star Online 2 started trending on Twitter. The enthusiasm and anticipation were palpable, with players sharing their experiences and thoughts on the social media platform.
Anybody got 7 dragonballs imma bout to make a wish #pso2 pic.twitter.com/fZtQlLrFWh
— Chhipz (@FakeChhipz) February 8, 2020
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#JoinARKS #PSO2
Welcome to Phantasy Star Login Fest pic.twitter.com/lAbpm1kw63— Claire Rupika Ramode (@ClaireRupika) February 8, 2020
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Sega right now:
“Wait… people actually wanted to play Phantasy Star Online 2?!”#PSO2
— Mollie L Patterson (@mollipen) February 8, 2020
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Sega trying to fix the #PSO2 servers right now: pic.twitter.com/Kq5elfNT7Y
— That Dude That Draws (C0mms open!) (@RacerSonic) February 8, 2020
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#PSO2 servers right now. pic.twitter.com/UteMvm32xO
— Thomas (COMMS OPEN) (@RogerDatSoldier) February 8, 2020
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Eventually, the official Phantasy Star Online 2 Twitter account stepped in to shed light on the situation. They explained that Sega’s online multiplayer sci-fi game, which initially launched in Japan nearly eight years ago, was inundated with fans. The unexpected high volume of users trying to log in led to players being unable to access the server. Additionally, they identified issues in their data processing program, but assured that these have been addressed.
Hi, Arks. Just an update on what happened:
(1) More users tried to log in than we could have anticipated, which resulted in players not being able to access the server.
(2) We identified problems in our data processing program, those have been addressed as well.— Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis – Global (@play_pso2) February 8, 2020
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Amazingly, for those fortunate enough to successfully enter Phantasy Star Online 2, they are treated to a special surprise. A trailer for the soon-to-be-released Sonic movie plays on the screens in the ark lobby, adding an extra layer of entertainment to the gaming experience.
THERE IS A SONIC MOVIE COMMERCIAL PLAYING IN THE LOBBY #PSO2 pic.twitter.com/EyPA2UB5Zx
— addy!! (hmu on bsky) (@Addark) February 8, 2020
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The fact the sonic movie trailer plays on the ship screens occasionally is hilarious to me #PSO2 pic.twitter.com/jxS5UDCoZG
— Nuke Kioh (Commissions Open!) (@NukeKioh) February 8, 2020
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Woah this is cool. In the #PSO2 lobby, you can see the trailer for the Sonic Movie. pic.twitter.com/rMlGYGwU8A
— RGX (@RGXSuperSonic) February 8, 2020
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Here’s the new Sonic movie trailer, if you haven’t seen it already:
Good news followed as the servers were eventually restored. At the time of this article’s publication, people are happily streaming the game. The closed beta test is set to come to an end today, Saturday 8th February, at 11.59 PST (which is 8am Sunday in the UK).
If you’re curious about how the game appears, the video below offers two-and-a-half hours of gameplay from the beta.
As of now, there’s no definite information regarding access for European players, although an open beta test is in the pipeline.
