So I was one of those that had problems with downloading the comics, but I did what someone suggested below and it worked perfectly. Considering it hasn't even officially launched yet, I wouldn't worry too much about future problems.
After everything loads properly though, the program is really sweet. The software is slick, and easy to use. The autoflow is definitely an excellent feature. Just hit left or right on the D-pad and it'll go to the next panel, or more specifically, the next speech bubble. You can go back and forth very quickly, and get a full page view or move the analog stick to scroll anywhere on the page. Again, it's really fast, making it a painless process.
The fact you can listen to MP3's is awsome. Such a great idea.
I'm not a huge comic reader anymore, but I can definitely see myself buying some comics from time to time because of this. If they add manga then I'll be officially screwed though. Sony did say they are working on securing rights from other companies, so I'm sure we'll all start to see our favorites being represented eventually.
Overall, great stuff. Definitely worth checking out.
I downloaded the reader and attempted to download all of the comics via the PSP store... All looks as if it is working but after download hits 100% it says download failed... then I retry and there is a red marker on the comic as if I already purchased them and says code either invalid or expired... Nothing saved to my memory stick either...
@neocutter: There is a post below that explains what to do, but I'll fill you in anyways.
If your having problems, delete the comic viewer and deactivate videos/comics under your account management. Then, re-download the comics. After that, reinstall the comic software and reactivate the system.
That's what I did, and it worked perfectly after. The comic reader software was updated from 1.00 to 1.01, so maybe the newer version fixed this problem, but I'd do what I wrote above anyways.
Also, there are 4 free comics to get--three codes are in a post below, and the other one is above in Lukes post.
@Psudonym: As far as I know it applies to all models of PSP. I've successfully installed it on a PSP Go and 2000.
Here's what you do:
• Download and install the 6.20 Firmware update. This can be done through the PSP itself or you can download the file off Sony's official website and transfer it to your PSP via USB cable.
• After the firmware is installed go to the Extras menu and select digital comics viewer.
• You will be taken to a website and prompted to download the comic reader software (it's about 2MB). Download the software and you're good to go.
It's pretty straightforward...so if nothing's working maybe contact Sony or the store where you bought your PSP.
@Psudonym: You probably have CFW on your PSP. By updating your PSP you will get your new icons. Just check out the internet for tutorials if you don't know how to.
@Rakotto: No custom firmware ya'll. I've been updating legit for years now, up to 6.20 this morning, and I buy stuff from the US store regularly. But now I can't seem to see this "Extras" menu that everyone's talking about. It's just not there.
@DrunkAus: Sony Blog says: "This code is only valid until December 16, 2009. The code must be redeemed directly on the PSP (not through PS3 or Media Go)."
@James Henderson: Hmm. Weird. I had a look at the PSN Store last night and couldn't see the tab for Rock Band in 'Latest' (and it's bright purple too). I could see GH5 right next to The Beatles: Rock Band though. And the AFI pack should be accompanied by The Bangles song.
I think I'll have another look tonight, perhaps in individual tracks if nothing's in Latest. The EU PSN Store has screwed up a few things (missing individual songs from Stevie Ray Vaughan and Motley Crue, I've noticed).
I (foolishly) looked for New Fang not realising it was out on PS3 next week...no, wait, scratch that. Two weeks. Not out until Dec 3rd!
@hot_heart: Sometimes PSN cuts out certain users of certain things... I still can't download the WET demo.. I know it's crap, i just wanna see how crap it is.
Also, my Batman AA demo arrived a week after everyone else's
@SalarymanDaishi: I dunno if PS1 games from PSN are region free or not. But if they are, I suggest buying the US version of PS1 games, somewhat they're smaller in size cuz they don't have 5 language options like European releases.
I'd imagine this is somewhere in the ball park of a child in a candy shop thinking he'll be given candy corn and, surprise, taffy for everyone!! Just keep chewing though because you'll be back to candy corn next week.
@Black-Dog-Howls: Or, more like being a kid, and your Grandma says she's got you a sweet, and, you know its going to be a mint imperial or somthing along those lines, BUT NO, MOTHERFUCKER IS A KINDER EGG!
this is europe, we know not of these corns of candy and taffy.
Oh man, I have a crazy story about one of these emergeBEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP
THIS IS A TEST OF THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM
BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP
THIS IS A TEST OF THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM
BEEEEEEEEEP BEEEEEEP
THIS IS A TEST OF THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM
BEEEP BEEEP BEEEEEEEEEP
THIS IS A TEST OF THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM
BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP
THIS IS A TEST OF THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM
BEEEEEEEEEP BEEEEEEP
THIS IS A TEST OF THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM
BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEPnd so that's how I ended up in a jacuzzi with nine naked supreme court justices and Tim Schafer's dog.
Can someone explain to me how you are going to see one of those messages if your TV is off? :P
Edit: I'd be really fucking pissed if I were in the middle of a match or game and it got interrupted so that they could test their new toy. If I hadn't read it here, I'd also be pretty freaked out for the first few moments, thinking it is a serious alarm. =/
@SacGamer: I don't really think he will care, and he'd probably rather not know that is about to be vaporized and that there is not a damned thing he can do about it. :P
11/21/09
After everything loads properly though, the program is really sweet. The software is slick, and easy to use. The autoflow is definitely an excellent feature. Just hit left or right on the D-pad and it'll go to the next panel, or more specifically, the next speech bubble. You can go back and forth very quickly, and get a full page view or move the analog stick to scroll anywhere on the page. Again, it's really fast, making it a painless process.
The fact you can listen to MP3's is awsome. Such a great idea.
I'm not a huge comic reader anymore, but I can definitely see myself buying some comics from time to time because of this. If they add manga then I'll be officially screwed though. Sony did say they are working on securing rights from other companies, so I'm sure we'll all start to see our favorites being represented eventually.
Overall, great stuff. Definitely worth checking out.
11/21/09
Any suggestions???
11/21/09
If your having problems, delete the comic viewer and deactivate videos/comics under your account management. Then, re-download the comics. After that, reinstall the comic software and reactivate the system.
That's what I did, and it worked perfectly after. The comic reader software was updated from 1.00 to 1.01, so maybe the newer version fixed this problem, but I'd do what I wrote above anyways.
Also, there are 4 free comics to get--three codes are in a post below, and the other one is above in Lukes post.
Have fun!
11/21/09
Someone tell me I'm just doing something wrong otherwise I'm going to be rather sad.
11/21/09
Here's what you do:
• Download and install the 6.20 Firmware update. This can be done through the PSP itself or you can download the file off Sony's official website and transfer it to your PSP via USB cable.
• After the firmware is installed go to the Extras menu and select digital comics viewer.
• You will be taken to a website and prompted to download the comic reader software (it's about 2MB). Download the software and you're good to go.
It's pretty straightforward...so if nothing's working maybe contact Sony or the store where you bought your PSP.
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Thanks for that, but it's not related to my issue.
11/21/09
11/21/09
So, I'm assuming it only works on the PSP.
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11/20/09
Anyways, this seems like a great experiment, per se, though I'm kind of weary of that Star Trek comic....
11/21/09
11/21/09
#speakup
11/20/09
Something like this would blow Phillip K. Dick's mind.
11/20/09
I think this is actually the only week where I haven't downloaded a single thing (not even a game video).
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11/20/09
I think I'll have another look tonight, perhaps in individual tracks if nothing's in Latest. The EU PSN Store has screwed up a few things (missing individual songs from Stevie Ray Vaughan and Motley Crue, I've noticed).
I (foolishly) looked for New Fang not realising it was out on PS3 next week...no, wait, scratch that. Two weeks. Not out until Dec 3rd!
11/20/09
Also, my Batman AA demo arrived a week after everyone else's
11/20/09
11/20/09
Wonder what happened with Vagrant Story but then again, no biggie as Metal Gear Solid finally made it.
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this is europe, we know not of these corns of candy and taffy.
11/20/09
11/20/09
#speakup
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...OK, maybe you had every reason.
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11/20/09
THIS IS A TEST OF THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM
BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP
THIS IS A TEST OF THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM
BEEEEEEEEEP BEEEEEEP
THIS IS A TEST OF THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM
BEEEP BEEEP BEEEEEEEEEP
THIS IS A TEST OF THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM
BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP
THIS IS A TEST OF THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM
BEEEEEEEEEP BEEEEEEP
THIS IS A TEST OF THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM
BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEPnd so that's how I ended up in a jacuzzi with nine naked supreme court justices and Tim Schafer's dog.
11/19/09
Edit: I'd be really fucking pissed if I were in the middle of a match or game and it got interrupted so that they could test their new toy. If I hadn't read it here, I'd also be pretty freaked out for the first few moments, thinking it is a serious alarm. =/
11/20/09
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11/19/09
Fuck Tornados, like hard!
11/19/09
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11/20/09
I don't want my family to know the last thing I did in life was get trounced by a 13 year old girl.