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Phantasy Star Online 2 has finally gotten a scheduled release date for the anticipated Episode 2 update. On July 17th Phantasy Star Online 2: Episode 2 will be released for the Vita and the PC. Some features to be introduced in the new patch include a new race known as the Dumans, a new planet called Vobal, and the two new weapon categories: Katana and Bullet Bow. Here are some pictures from the character creation screen of what the new race looks like:

phantasy star online 2 episode 2

phantasy star online 2 episode 2

On the same day that the expansion pack releases, Sega is also slated to release a ‘Premium Package Volume 2’ version of the game. The premium package will include item codes and other bonuses for Phantasy Star Online 2, and is set to retail for ¥6,279, or approximately $63.49 USD.

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