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Rappies, figures and cosplay: a look at the TGS 2012 shopping area
You say you need a new Hatsune Miku costume? A wind-up Rappy? The soundtrack to every single Mega Man game? The shopping area at the 2012 Tokyo Game Show is the place for you. Come have a look at its wares. Just be sure to bring plenty of Yen.
Phantasy Star Online 2 delayed into 2012
Sega has announced that their upcoming return to majestic sci-fi action fantasy, Phantasy Star Online 2, has been delayed into 2012, reports Siliconera. The purpose of the delay, according to producer Satoshi Sakai, is to address gameplay issues brought to light by user feedback submitted after the conclusion of this summer's alpha testing. A second alpha test will be conducted some time during the first part of next year; returning alpha testers will be joined by new recruits in order to evaluate the changes made based on their feedback. Delays can be a double-edged sword, but when a company specifically cites addressing user feedback as a delay's justification, that's usually a good sign. Not that any of us will ever actually get to play it, mind you. After all, it is a Japanese exclusive. [Thanks, Mike!]
Seen@TGS: The Rappy-est place on earth
Phantasy Star Online 2 has a pretty big presence at Sega's TGS booth this year, though perhaps not quite as big as the giant Rappy patrolling the display. The goofy bird, something of a mascot for the series, dances with glee for all who pass by, Joystiq staff included. We considered slaying it – hoping for an epic loot drop, of course – but then we thought we'd rather not be arrested.
