*ZEN PINBALL 2 Impressions Thread*

[Solitude]

Disappointing!
After all the delays, the table import tool still doesn't work on the ps3. As others have stated, the Avengers 4 pack imported fine, but none of the other tables will import. And I don't feel like downloading each individual table again, nor should I have to.

On a positive note, the 4 tables that did import look amazing. Unfortunately, those are the tables I was least looking forward to.
Hopefully an update will fix this problem.

You'll have to download each piece of content for ZP2, whether you use the import tool or not. The actual files for ZP and MP aren't used (and technically can't be used) by ZP2, making it necessary to get new ones (plus the unlock key for each). The "import" process checks to see if you own the content on your current PSN account and then changes the unlock price to Free - but no data is actually transferred between games.

[CJtrueblue]

I've had them all for almost an hour now....

[devilmosh]

Just finished playing for a bit and I'm thoroughly impressed! PvZ is fantastic, and I also tried out Tesla, Avengers, Blade, and Paranormal before taking a break. They look AMAZING!

I had zero issues with importing to my PS3. I don't own a Vita so I skipped those files. I just hit the square and chose the demos and unlocks - no problem.

The only thing is no Fantastic Four

[LumaFan")]

Also, Luma, I merged both of your threads, we don't need 10 different threads for 1 topic.. LOL

Cool! Thanks I think we're all posting a million threads about the same thing from all his hype LOL!!!!

[SwitchBlade]

You'll have to download each piece of content for ZP2, whether you use the import tool or not. The actual files for ZP and MP aren't used (and technically can't be used) by ZP2, making it necessary to get new ones (plus the unlock key for each). The "import" process checks to see if you own the content on your current PSN account and then changes the unlock price to Free - but no data is actually transferred between games.

Thanks for the clarification. I think we were all under the assumption that once ZP2 recognized we owned the table, it would be automatically imported into ZP2 without a new download. At least thats what I thought. Guess I will have to go through and download all the tables again.

But here's a question Solitude...Why didn't i have to redownload the Avengers pack? All I downloaded was the unlock key, installed it, and all 4 tables were available. I didn't redownload them. Yet they are working fine.

[beast780]

Loving the Vita version so far, (Vita version) however a small tweak is needed on the Vita version of the Ninja Gaiden table. When you get a ball saved, the ball is reshot into the play area just precisely enough to where it falls right in between the flippers. A bump will sometimes save it.

[devilmosh]

SwitchBlade, more than likely, the demo of that pack was already in Zen2.

[SwitchBlade]

SwitchBlade, more than likely, the demo of that pack was already in Zen2.

That's probably the answer. Never thought of that.

Redownloading V&V pack as i type.

[Geddon]

it is awesome, especially the free vita stuff. Thank you for that.

I am a bit bummed that the control options promised in this forum did not show up. Zen said that you would be able to control the flippers with the d-pad and circle (for left and right flippers respectively) but the only options are to use the L1/2 and R1/2 buttons.

Bummed, majorly bummed, about that. Got a bit of tendonitis that flares up from the R/L buttons/triggers but there is no problem using my thumbs. Severely restricts how much I can play this game.

Might this be coming in a future patch? Full control mapping seems an easy thing to do? Or even just the d-pad and circle option?

[BarbieBobomb]

it is awesome, especially the free vita stuff. Thank you for that.

I am a bit bummed that the control options promised in this forum did not show up. Zen said that you would be able to control the flippers with the d-pad and circle (for left and right flippers respectively) but the only options are to use the L1/2 and R1/2 buttons.

Bummed, majorly bummed, about that. Got a bit of tendonitis that flares up from the R/L buttons/triggers but there is no problem using my thumbs. Severely restricts how much I can play this game.

Might this be coming in a future patch? Full control mapping seems an easy thing to do? Or even just the d-pad and circle option?

You can remap them!

[ShoryukenToTheChin]

Glad to see there is more Pro's then Con's

Il be joining you guys tomr hopefully.

[LumaFan")]

Let's hope when PSN is less hectic and crowded we can see faster downloading times! After all half of them are probably ZP2 fans LOL!

BTW Good Work ZEN AND POPCAP!!!! Looking forward to see more future partnerships with Popcap and other studios soon!

[LumaFan")]

PvZ is definitely a fun pick up and play table. Bright visuals and relaxing music is just like the game!!!

[75hDeadMan]

Just did some quick plays on a few tables. GFX and physics do not disappoint. Great engine under here from what I can tell so far.

But I do have two quibs: why can't I use the "X" or "Cross" button to manually launch the ball. That's so ANNOYING! I really hope this get's addressed in a future patch, as I really do not like using the joystick.

Also, I've always played on View 3 and this seems to have been modified to take a much more vertical stance. Maybe it's just that I've been playing with one view since ZPs release, but I would really like my old View 3 perspective back.

Otherwise it looks like a lot of good love and care has gone into this release.

[SwitchBlade]

Played a game of Blade and beat Dracula twice. I noticed that the kickback lights are not lighting up so its difficult to tell if they are activated. Also, you're no longer able to slightly press the x button on launch and slowly move the plunger down. Once you hit x the plunger quickly pulls all the way back., no matter how softly you press x.