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==Downloadable content==
==Downloadable content==
: ''See also: [[List of downloadable content]]
: ''Main article: [[Installing downloadable content]]''
: ''See also: [[List of downloadable content]]''


''Phantasy Star Portable 2 Infinity'' features official downloadable content that was released after the game's official release. These include:
''Phantasy Star Portable 2 Infinity'' features official downloadable content that was released after the game's official release. These include:
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Please note that the downloadable content from PlayStation Network is '''untranslated''' and will appear in-game as Japanese, even with the English Patch.
Please note that the downloadable content from PlayStation Network is '''untranslated''' and will appear in-game as Japanese, even with the English Patch.
===Installation===
What you will need:
* [https://psp2i.wiki/files/PSP2i%20DLC.7z All downloadable content]* - All downloadable content in a neat package. Includes the translated content provided by JamRules and Weyu.
:: 1. Extract the '''PSP''' folder in the '''PSP2i DLC.7z''' archive to the following locations depending on your platform:
::: '''PSP''': Root directory (e.g. D:/ or E:/ when your PSP is connected to your PC)
::: '''PS Vita''': ux0:/pspemu/
::: '''Windows PC''': /memstick/ inside your PPSSPP directory.
:: 2. You may be asked if you would like to overwrite files. Click '''Yes''' if so.
All downloadable content* is now installed. Follow the directions below to access it in-game.
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'''Missions'''
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All extra missions are found under the following categories:
* Tactical Missions → Clad 6
* Trade Missions
* Challenge Missions
All downloadable missions will be indicated by a green DL sign on the right-hand side. The missions available will depend on whether you are in Story Mode or Multi Mode.
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'''Infinity Missions'''
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Downloadable Infinity Missions must be registered at the Code Counter before they can be played. The Code Counter is the terminal found at the rear of the player's ship.
To add them into the game:
# Access the '''Code Counter'''
# Select '''Register Code'''
# Select '''Register DL Mission'''
# Choose the download mission you wish to add. If the download mission has already been imported, it will be greyed out.
# Choose '''Yes''' when asked to register the disc
The imported missions will now display under the '''Infinity Missions''' category at the Mission Counter.
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'''Items'''
<div class="mw-collapsible-content"><p style="color:red">Remember: All downloadable items will be '''untranslated'''!</p>
The downloaded items must be imported into the game before they can be accessed. '''Please note that importing any items will lengthen the initial load times into the game significantly''', but will be normal after you have loaded into Clad 6.
To import items:
# On the title menu, choose '''Import'''
# On the import menu, choose '''Import Downloaded Items'''
# Choose which category of items you would like to import (it may take a while to read the information)
# Choose '''Select Items to Import''', and select which items you would like to import. They will be highlighted in purple when selected.
# After choosing the items you wish to import, back out of the item list, then choose '''Importing''' and choose '''Yes''' to the following prompt. The items will be sent to your '''shared storage''' and the game will save.
# Repeat steps 3-5 for any other item categories you wish to import.
Items may be imported as many times as you would like, so do not worry if you remove the items in-game later.
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<nowiki>*</nowiki> There is various missing downloadable content in this package, that were given out through other means such as at physical conventions or other games. A list of known missing items may be found on the [[list of downloadable content]] page. If you have any of this content and would like to provide it, please get in touch!


==Game patches==
==Game patches==

Revision as of 06:03, 15 November 2021

Vasque, a Little Wing mercenary acting as a tutor for new recruits, including you!

Welcome to Phantasy Star Portable 2 Infinity!

This page serves as a guide to get you set up playing the game on a system of your choice, along with instructions on how to install various patches, install the downloadable content, setup multiplayer, and where to begin once you start playing the game.

Please note that currently, online multiplayer is not possible consistently from a PSP or PS Vita. You may still play on these systems, but if you wish to play online with others, you will be required to transfer your savefile to another system temporarily.

Installing the game

Main article: Installation

The above article will go into how to install the English Patch if desired, along with setting up the game on your system of choice.

Downloadable content

Main article: Installing downloadable content
See also: List of downloadable content

Phantasy Star Portable 2 Infinity features official downloadable content that was released after the game's official release. These include:

  • Extra missions with unique objectives and rewards
  • Extra Infinity Missions with maps and bosses not obtainable through regular mission disks
  • Equipment from PlayStation Network, with various weapons, visual modules, costumes/parts, and room decorations, both free and paid.

Please note that the downloadable content from PlayStation Network is untranslated and will appear in-game as Japanese, even with the English Patch.

Game patches

The Phantasy Star Portable 2 Infinity community has provided various enhancements and edits to improve the experience, ranging from 60 FPS patches, the ability to play online-only missions in ad hoc multiplayer, improved high-definition textures, and more. Note that many of these enhancements are done through cheat codes to modify the game's memory, however, none of these cheats will impact the game negatively. The wiki will never provide tools or codes to impact the gameplay directly.

Below you may find a compilation of the various patches that are compatible with each platform.

PSP

Cheat File Patches

What you will need:

  • Cheat Files for PSP - This is TempAR for the PSP with a cheat database for PSP2i included. If you are already familiar with TempAR, download the cheats by themselves here, and do not follow the instructions below, as you should already be familiar with how to set this up. Credits go to JamRules for the cheats contained in this package.
  1. Extract the seplugins folder to the PSP's root directory (e.g. D:/ or E:/ when connected to your PC)
  2. Boot PSP2i on your PSP, then press the PS Logo and R Button together to bring up the TempAR menu.
  3. Turn the cheats you want on/off as appropriate. Take care not to enable conflicting cheats.
  4. Press the ♪ button until it displays [CHEATS ON] in the top right.
  5. Press R twice to navigate back to the [PRX] menu, scroll down to Save Settings, press the cross button, then exit TempAR with the circle button. This will make the cheats persist on reboot.

List of Cheat File Patches

  • Taunt Hotfix - Fixes an issue with the specials Rage and Charm both being displayed as "Taunt" in the English Patch. (This is on by default)
  • Mission Hang Hotfix - Fixes a potential crashing issue in Infinity Missions. (This is on by default)
  • Spoof Online-Multi - Grants the ability to play online-only missions in ad hoc multiplayer. (This is on by default)
  • Vertical Camera Release - Grants the ability to move the camera fully up or down, instead of being limited.
  • Twin Heaven Punisher - Codes to allow the user to pick which behaviour for the weapon Twin Heaven Punisher they would like to use, instead of waiting for a specific real-time. Only use one at a time!

PS Vita

Cheat File Patches

What you will need:

  • Cheat Files for PS Vita - This is TempAR for the PSP with a cheat database for PSP2i included. If you are already familiar with TempAR, download the cheats by themselves here, and do not follow the instructions below, as you should already be familiar with how to set this up. Credits go to JamRules for the cheats contained in this package.
  1. Extract the seplugins folder to the ux0:/pspemu folder.
  2. Boot PSP2i in Adrenaline, then press the PS Logo and R Button together to bring up the TempAR menu.
  3. Turn the cheats you want on/off as appropriate. Take care not to enable conflicting cheats.
  4. Press R twice to navigate to the [PRX] menu.
  5. Scroll to Change Trigger Key, press the cross button, then hold the L Button until it releases back to the [Cheater] menu.
  6. Press the L Button until it displays [CHEATS ON] in the top right.
  7. Press R twice to navigate back to the [PRX] menu, scroll down to Save Settings, press the cross button, then exit TempAR with the circle button. This will make the cheats persist on reboot.

List of Cheat File Patches

  • Taunt Hotfix - Fixes an issue with the specials Rage and Charm both being displayed as "Taunt" in the English Patch. (This is on by default)
  • Mission Hang Hotfix - Fixes a potential crashing issue in Infinity Missions. (This is on by default)
  • Spoof Online-Multi - Grants the ability to play online-only missions in ad hoc multiplayer. (This is on by default)
  • Right Analog Support - Grants access to manipulate the camera with the right analog stick, with analog movement. 1x, 1.5x, 2x, 3x and off settings are available. Only use one at a time!
  • Vertical Camera Release - Grants the ability to move the camera fully up or down, instead of being limited.
  • Twin Heaven Punisher - Codes to allow the user to pick which behaviour for the weapon Twin Heaven Punisher they would like to use, instead of waiting for a specific real-time. Only use one at a time!

Windows PC

Original PSP Font

PPSSPP renders with a custom font, called Roboto Condensed, rather than the original PSP fonts. This can make a lot of the text placement ingame seem strange, as all games (and the english patch) are designed with the original PSP font in mind.

You can fix this by downloading this archive, then extracting the contents to your PPSSPP directory.

Cheat File Patches

What you will need:

  • Cheat File for Windows PC - Contains all cheat file patches for Windows PC. Credit goes to JamRules for the codes listed in here.
  1. Extract the memstick folder to your PPSSPP directory.
  2. In PPSSPP, click Game settings, then Enable cheats.
  3. Boot up PSP2i, click Emulation, then Pause.
  4. Click Cheats, and a list of all the patches for the game will appear. Turn them on/off as desired. Note that any similar codes will conflict with each other!

List of Cheat File Patches

  • Taunt Hotfix - Fixes an issue with the specials Rage and Charm both being displayed as "Taunt" in the English Patch. (This is on by default)
  • Mission Hang Hotfix - Fixes a potential crashing issue in Infinity Missions. (This is on by default)
  • Spoof Online-Multi - Grants the ability to play online-only missions in ad hoc multiplayer. (This is on by default)
  • 60 FPS Patch - Forces the game to render at 60 FPS. There are various issues with the patch, which are documented here.
  • Disable V-Blank Wait For 60 FPS - Helps curb an issue with frame drops in multiplayer with the 60 FPS Patch.
  • Right Analog Camera Support - Grants access to manipulate the camera with the right analog stick, with analog movement. 1x, 1.25x, 1.5x, 2x, 3x, and 4x speeds are available. Only use one at a time!
  • Camera Vertical Movement Release - Grants the ability to move the camera fully up or down, instead of being limited.
  • Custom Ratios - Expands the game to render at the chosen. Certain elements, such as the HUD, will be stretched however. To enable this, click Game settings → Display layout editor... → Options → Stretching, then restart PPSSPP. Only use one code at a time!
  • Twin Heaven Punisher - Codes to allow the user to pick which behaviour for the weapon Twin Heaven Punisher they would like to use, instead of waiting for a specific real-time. Only use one at a time!

HD Texture Replacements

Rozalin's PSP2i Texture Restoration

User Rozalin is currently working on improving and replacing all the textures in Phantasy Star Portable 2 Infinity for an improved experience. This is a work in progress, so it is not fully complete.

What you will need:

  1. Extract the memstick folder into your PPSSPP directory.
  2. In PPSSPP, click Game settings → More settings... → Tools → Developer tools, then check Replace textures. Do not check Save new textures!

The HD textures will now be loaded in-game instead of the default ones.

Eleriaqueen's High-Res UI

User Eleriaqueen is currently working on improving the resolution of the UI elements in Phantasy Star Portable 2 Infinity for an improved experience. This is also a work in progress, so it is not fully complete.

You may find the latest release and instructions on how to install here. There are instructions listed depending on if you are using Rozalin's HD Texture Replacements mod or not.

Setting up multiplayer

While the Phantasy Star Portable 2 Infinity infrastructure servers are long gone, it is still people to play online with others through P2P networking through emulators. Currently, the PSP2i Wiki recommends multiplayer through PPSSPP rather than official hardware (PSP and PS Vita), as a majority of players play on emulators now. It is very difficult to crossplay with emulators and hardware at the moment.

Due to this, we will only be recommending methods that are easy to set up on PPSSPP and can easily crossplay with PPSSPP.

Windows PC

What you need:
  • Zero Tier One - Zero Tier One is a virtual network management program, similar to Hamachi. It allows people to join a network and connect to each other seamlessly without requiring router setups, port forwarding, or other such confiruations. We recommend this program currently as it is free and has crossplay with mobile devices running PPSSPP.
  1. Install Zero Tier One on your system.
  2. The program will be in the system tray in the bottom right; right click it and click Open Control Panel.
  3. In the window that comes up, enter the string b6079f73c6cd58c5 in the bottom box and click Join Network.
  4. You should now see the PSP2i network come up -- click it and you will see a lot of extra information, including Managed IPs.

Now that you are connected to the PSP2i network, you will need to do some setup in PPSSPP:

  1. In PPSSPP, click Game settings → More settings → Networking.
  2. Change your settings on the page to the following:
Enable networking/WLAN: On
Change MAC Address: Make sure to click this at least once to get a random MAC Address
Enable built-in PRO ad hoc server: On

You are now fully setup to play multiplayer with other players! When going to play with other players, follow the below steps:

  1. Decide who will host the game.
  2. In PPSSPP networking settings, all players must set Change PRO ad hoc server IP address to the Zero Tier Managed IP of the host (without the /16).
  3. Make sure that all players are using the same port offset as well; 1100 is recommended for compatibility with mobile devices.
  4. Restart PPSSPP to make sure the settings change.
  5. In-game, go to Multi Mode and form/join party as necessary, and you should all be good to go!

Beginner guides

Coming soon. In the meantime, it is recommended that you get familiar with the game by playing Story Mode and clearing both Episode 1 and 2. This will unlock all the missions for you, grant full access to Clad 6's shop wares, and give you a solid foot hold on the game with decent progress to boot!

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