The online console wars are over before they even start, now that Sega will publish on Sony and Nintendo consoles. Sega pioneered online console gaming and Phantasy Star Online joins parties of disparate adventurers together for an engrossing romp. A new Phantasy game awaits seasoned regulars of the series and induction fans start out with a beautifully constructed introduction to a popular franchise. 
   A catastrophe impacts a newly colonized home planet and all communication is lost. The player, aboard the Pioneer 2 starship, must embark on a quest to uncover clues, read cues, and get to the bottom of the disaster. The Japanese version of PSO was multi-lingual and this new USA edition also speaks in different tongues. A preview of the spectacular Sonic 2 is also included but heaven knows when the blue furball will make his appearance. Highly recommended.