Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis launches June 9

Phantasy Star Online fans have been waiting a long time for this. Well, not as long as a western release of the core game, but, you know what I mean. Phantasy Star Online 2 originally launched in Japan all the way back in 2012. In 2020, SEGA finally expanded the game to western audiences. It initially received mixed reviews due to the microtransactions, but performed well commercially.

SEGA took the next step by releasing Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis for a worldwide audience. This massive update features upgraded graphics, UI changes, and a new world to explore. One of our writers did a great job previewing this new update, and got the rest of us stoked for it.

New Genesis is currently in its beta phase, but SEGA recently solidified a launch date. Fans can now expect a worldwide launch for Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis on June 9. Here’s what SEGA officially had to say:

The official PSO2:NGS launch date has been decided!

Scheduled Launch Date:
After the maintenance on June 9, 2021 (Wed)

Due to the PSO2:NGS launch, the scheduled maintenance that would have occurred on June 9 (Wed) will be moved forward by about one or two days. More information will be announced at a later date.

Global Maintenance Announcement

Due to the change in the maintenance schedule, there will be changes to the dates and the content of the “The Road to NEW GENESIS Event” countdown login bonus event. More information will be announced at a later date.

Note: There are no changes to the amount of SG distributed.

We will hold campaigns to celebrate the launch, so be sure to check them out! 

SEGA

Will you be jumping on Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis when it officially launches June 9? Have you played the beta? What did you think of it? Let us know in the comments below!