SEGA has unveiled a massive update for Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis, celebrating the 5th anniversary of PSO2 Global and introducing a slew of limited-time events, campaigns, and rewards. Here’s everything you need to know about what’s happening in the game this March.
PSO2 Global 5th Anniversary Celebration
- A Rare Drop Rate +100% boost is active until April 1.
- Players will receive special weekly gifts and Spring ’25 Special Scratch Tickets during the campaign.
- From March 5 to March 18, the Big Bang Scratch Ticket (Silver) will be added to the Scratch Count Bonus.
- Starting March 19, limited-time quests will reward players with Star Gems, N-Meseta items, and Big Bang Scratch Tickets (Silver).
- On March 11, the Revival AC Scratch Ticket: Multi Remix Line will bring back popular cosmetic items like eyes, eyelashes, makeup, and Body Paints.
Spring ’25 Limited-Time Event (March 5)
- Central City is decked out in spring decorations, and Region Mags are sporting seasonal attire.
- Encounter new seasonal enemies like Hululu Rappy, Hululu Emperappy, and Hululu Great Rappy.
- Exchange Seasonal Points for rewards at the Seasonal Points Exchange Shop, including seasonal build parts, portable holograms, and accessories inspired by Kvaris leaders.
- The revamped Limited-time Quest: Flurry of Flowers Clean-up Op ’25 features new enemies, updated Trials, and refined mechanics. Completing the quest rewards Treasure Scratch 8 Tickets.
- Face off against Petalstorm Thunder Banser and Petalstorm Thunder Banshee for additional rewards.
AC Scratch: Punk Rock Pulse (March 5)
- Features punk-rock leather jackets, Gothic outfits, emotes, and the Rokgirtar instrument.
- Scratch Bonus includes Glide – Cushion EX and Dash – Cushion EX.
Relay Quest (March 11)
- A rotating quest series where content and participant numbers change every two days.
- Rewards include the ★12 Twaalv Weapon Series, 900,000 EXP, and N-Weapons Badge C, which can be exchanged for N-Master Cubes and C/Giga Triyal.
- Limited-Time Tasks and Title Tasks offer N-Ability Transfer Pass Vouchers and Spring ’25 Special Scratch Tickets.
Mission Pass: NGS Season 42 (March 11)
- Features accessories like Wing Shielder and Wing Vant from PSO2.
- New items include the Metal Plate Tiara accessory and MTN: Glide – Farfalla/B.
AC Scratch: Multi Remix Line (March 11)
- Includes variations of accessories, eyes, eyelashes, makeup, and Body Paints, such as two-tone color variations and mirrored versions of makeup.
- Scratch Bonus features C/Majia Gladia Soul S.
Relay Quest Update (March 19)
- New quests include a Racing Quest where players compete for the fastest time using Floating Boards and other implements.
- Seasonal Point Exchange Shop updates include the Remotas Missile accessory and a color variant of MTN: Idle – Star Riding.
AC Scratch: Divine Darkness (March 19)
- Features dark mage-inspired outfits, sacred dresses, and aristocratic gowns.
- Includes Lobby Action: Sitting on a Sofa and Weapon Camo: Fon Sorciére.
- Scratch Bonus: MTN: Glide – Beauty EX.
Limited Quest: Halpha Testing Zone Op Part III (March 25)
- A revamped quest with eased laser sensor difficulty and enhancement effects for skillful navigation.
- Clear Rank is based on the number of Trials completed.
- Rewards include N-Special Ability Transfer Pass Vouchers and Spring ’25 Special Scratch Tickets.
AC Scratch: NGS New Voice Scratch (March 25)
- Adds new voice tickets for NGS, including PSO2 Type 1 and Type 2 Voice Memories with Japanese voices.
Developer Updates
- Multi-Weapon crafting improvements are in the works, with plans to display item names in the Multi-Weapon details tab.
- Region Mag activation requirements will be reduced to make boosts more accessible.
Nijisanji Collab 3 (Mid-April 2025)
- Avatar items based on Ars Almal, Debidebi Debiru, Nui Sociere, and Rindou Mikoto will be available, including Voice Tickets, Build Parts, outfits, hairstyles, accessories, and Weapon Camos.
Hiro Arai Steps Down
- Hiro Arai, the NGS Official Navigator, is stepping down due to personal reasons. Players can claim 100 Card Scratch Vouchers and 2 Captain Rappy accessories by using the secret phrase:
- Japanese: ヒロアライありがとう
- Global: ThankYouHiroArai
- Yui Hasegawa will take over as the new MC, and NGS Official VTube Popona will graduate on March 31.
New Headline Program
- NGS HEADLINE WAVE, hosted by Yui Hasegawa, will debut on March 25, focusing on April 2025 updates.
March is packed with celebrations and events in PSO2:NGS , from the 5th anniversary of PSO2 Global to the spring-themed Flurry of Flowers Clean-up Op ’25. With rare drop boosts, exclusive rewards, and new cosmetic options, there’s plenty for both new and returning players to enjoy.
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