Popular Post effdeegee Posted August 10, 2015 Popular Post Share Posted August 10, 2015 (edited) It appears to be that time again, folks! Another installment of The Lottery is ready to launch! I took the maiden attempt, ironed out a couple kinks and have returned with a much better event. So... Have you ever looked at your games and had absolutely no frickin' clue what to play? Ever wish someone would just pick it for you? Has it ever gotten so bad that you don't even care what you play? Are you tired of the same ol' same ol' and would rather just play something completely new and different? Well, this is definitely the place to get exactly that! The point of this event is to agree to take a leap of faith and play whatever unknown, random game title is thrown your way by the fellow PSNP community members. You might get an RPG, a rhythm game, a Japanese game, a FPS, a dancing game; WHO KNOWS?!? You might already own the game and haven't started it yet, it might be at a used store down the road for $5, or you might have to search hard and pay $50 for it online. It might need a PS Eye camera for dancing, a microphone for singing, or some funky, little peripheral and toys. You sign up, you hunt it down, you buy it, you play it. Needless to say, considering the risk of potential cost and large array of odd game possibilities, only the most bold will apply here. The event, which will now happen every 3rd month like clockwork, will run approximately 6+ weeks, followed by a one month rest. That's ~2 weeks to get set up, signed up and get the assigned games drawn for you right in time for the end of the month, where hunting down/ordering the game and buying it will be the most accessible, followed by ~3 weeks of waiting for any shipped games to arrive, game playing, forum discussing etc., and then ~1 week for the cool down process and figuring out the winners. I'm sorry, did someone say winners? Like the last time, there will be a points system in place for cooperation and overall level of involvement. If you sign up and get a game, play the game, get trophies, maybe the platinum?, post in the thread, write a guide, whatever. The best part about this event, is the strengthening of the PSNP community through our everyday interactions but, prizes never hurt, amirite? For all of the above actions, there will be ballots entered into a draw for the final prizes. The more you participate, the more entries you get. Now, spamming up the joint will get you nowhere and getting a platinum doesn't mean you're definitely the Super King Monkey but, rest assured, I'll see everything that happens and you gotta wake up pretty early in the morning to pull one over on ol' effy boy. The prizes won't be anything massive like a frickin' PS4 or a bazillion dollars (who am I, Joe Hollywood over here or something?) but, I'm thinking it will be more along the lines of a couple of $10/$20 PSN cards and lifetime premium upgrades for the ones that participate the most. Now, for a (shouldn't be necessary, but history proves otherwise) serious moment: by entering, you agree to play whatever game is drawn for you and you agree to take whatever measures are needed in order to obtain said game. Those that say yes and then flake out will be disqualified from all future events and will be publicly named and shamed within this community. If you can't hang with the big boys, don't waste a space for someone else that wants to play. I'd also like to add (and strongly stress) that this is not, in any way, a contest, race, or competition. It's not about quickly finishing your game and getting the most trophies and the platinum. This is nothing more than a simple event, created solely for the purpose of building a stronger, friendlier, PSNP community. Lastly, you don't need every possible PlayStation console to participate. I have a very simple, but perfectly structured, blueprint for applying, suggesting games, and selecting games. As long as you own at least one PlayStation console, it works exactly the same for those that own two, or all three. With that out of the way, this is it, folks! Let's do it again! 1. effdeegee (confirmed) 2. xZoneHunter (confirmed) 3. Edunstar84 (confirmed) 4. MutinyTeddie (confirmed) 5. AkiraTheFox (confirmed) 6. cjshaitan (confirmed) 7. Precision-Playy (confirmed) 8. whoadreader (confirmed) 9. HcG-_Clawz (confirmed) 10. pese-97 (confirmed) I'll leave it at 8 for now, until I see what kind of reception is had. It is a very solid number to handle, but if others want in, I might bump it up to 10 or 12. - If you'd like to take a little peeky poo at the first installment, you can get your fill of reading material RIGHT HERE. UPDATES: - To see the pairings and games being played, you can read that RIGHT HERE. - To see the midpoint trophy progress, you can read that RIGHT HERE. - To see more in-depth midpoint stats, you can read that RIGHT HERE. - To see my final thoughts and the prize announcement for this installment, you can read that RIGHT HERE. Thanks folks and happy gaming! Edited December 10, 2015 by effdeegee 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Mayus Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Hey Eff, I said I would be down for this one...despite already doing a Star Ocean and Bioshock Infinite We Play . Can I ask that two rules be made. Can we say the 100% or Plat has to be possible. So no games with closed online and no glitched games (UFC Personal Trainer for example) and that if you recommend a game you have to have the 100% or Plat yourself (so people don't just pick impossible games to recommend). I don't know, I think it is fairer that way (but it is your contest so I am just suggesting) I have a Vita, PS3 and Move controllers so those are the kind of games I can play 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xZoneHunter Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 I was a little hesitant to join when you first did this, but i'll join now. Looks like fun =) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaivRules Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 I love the idea of "Play what you draw, regardless of everything!!!", but I'm not brave enough, nor do I have the time. Good luck to everyone on Round Two!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
effdeegee Posted August 10, 2015 Author Share Posted August 10, 2015 Hey Eff, I said I would be down for this one...despite already doing a Star Ocean and Bioshock Infinite We Play . Can I ask that two rules be made. Can we say the 100% or Plat has to be possible. So no games with closed online and no glitched games (UFC Personal Trainer for example) and that if you recommend a game you have to have the 100% or Plat yourself (so people don't just pick impossible games to recommend). I don't know, I think it is fairer that way (but it is your contest so I am just suggesting) I have a Vita, PS3 and Move controllers so those are the kind of games I can play lol you responded so fast, I didn't even get the chance to PM you to say it was open. 1. The first issue, unattainable trophies, was addressed last time, and will continue with this installment; only games with no unattainable trophies can be suggested. 2. The second issue, only suggesting games they've played themselves to avoid people being asswads and suggesting ridiculous titles for the trolling, wasn't implemented last time, but was suggested late in the event and agreed to be implemented for this time. Only, it is slightly different from your suggestion; the person had to at least played the game themselves, in order to suggest it. It's not the platinum or 100% but, it's better than no rule regarding it at all. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Mayus Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 lol you responded so fast, I didn't even get the chance to PM you to say it was open. 1. The first issue, unattainable trophies, was addressed last time, and will continue with this installment; only games with no unattainable trophies can be suggested. 2. The second issue, only suggesting games they've played themselves to avoid people being asswads and suggesting ridiculous titles for the trolling, wasn't implemented last time, but was suggested late in the event and agreed to be implemented for this time. Only, it is slightly different from your suggestion; the person had to at least played the game themselves, in order to suggest it. It's not the platinum or 100% but, it's better than no rule regarding it at all. I was just heading to bed when I saw this posted and figured I might as well sign up . Well hopefully people recommend games they actually like and not just try to be jerks about it . I have a couple of games ready to recommend since the last time and they are all ones I truly enjoyed getting the plat for (so hopefully others do as well). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edunstar84 Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Okay, sign me up! It might take me some time to get the peripherals if someone suggests it though. Just putting it out there, there's only over 5 million people in this country with strict customs. I have PS3 and PS Vita. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
effdeegee Posted August 10, 2015 Author Share Posted August 10, 2015 I have a Vita, PS3 and Move controllers so those are the kind of games I can play This is the part where I have to be the jerk face and say something like, "No, no, no. That's not how things work around here." There's only one rule; play whatever gets picked for you. Your lack of peripherals does not dictate the types of games you can play. Although, I would consider myself lucky that you already own a Move because that's one less thing you would have to buy if a Move game was picked for you. I'll wait for the confirmation of your full understanding regarding the rules before I add you. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MutinyTeddie Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 (edited) I'd like join, sign me up. I have tons of games, have loaded a bunch but havent played them all. good luck finding me a game Edited August 10, 2015 by MutinyTeddie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feral Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 I would join but I'm supposed to be saving money lol. Definitely next time though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gibbo_0113 Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 I'm sitting on the fence at the moment. This would be fun but i only got $10 in my wallet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Mayus Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 This is the part where I have to be the jerk face and say something like, "No, no, no. That's not how things work around here." There's only one rule; play whatever gets picked for you. Your lack of peripherals does not dictate the types of games you can play. Although, I would consider myself lucky that you already own a Move because that's one less thing you would have to buy if a Move game was picked for you. I'll wait for the confirmation of your full understanding regarding the rules before I add you. Hmm, I want to join but I can't afford to buy things like a Rock Band set or Dj Turntables right now. I mean the odds are pretty low that something will be picked for me that I don't own the equipment for (as I have already platted both Tony Hawk games and 2 skylander games) but I don't know if I want to take that chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
effdeegee Posted August 10, 2015 Author Share Posted August 10, 2015 Hmm, I want to join but I can't afford to buy things like a Rock Band set or Dj Turntables right now. I mean the odds are pretty low that something will be picked for me that I don't own the equipment for (as I have already platted both Tony Hawk games and 2 skylander games) but I don't know if I want to take that chance. To be fair, when I send out the agreement forms, I do kind of hint at "Hey, it would be a nice gesture if you weren't a huge douchebag and only picked everything that needs extras... consider the wallets of others...blah blah blah" but, the risk is still there that someone will be adamant on picking something that requires peripherals, like Rock Band guitars, DJ Hero turntables, Singstar microphones, Skylanders/Disney Infinity/LEGO portals, BUZZ Quiz controllers, etc. That's part of the gamble really. Signing up means you're quite prepared to dish out the cashola on this crapola. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotAFoxAnymore Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 I'm in! I have PS3 and Vita, I don't know what other info I need to provide 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Goekie Posted August 10, 2015 Popular Post Share Posted August 10, 2015 Interesting. I think MrSwagtwiceover will be very excited to compete 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJROE95 Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Ah sooooo on the fence about this, wanna try but can't take the risk of getting an FPS as I'll be taken down by severe motion sickness. I guess I'll just see how everyone else gets on and lurk around the comments reading updates. Good luck to everyone who signs up 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AffectatiousDonk Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Ok effdee, sign me up, the sick part of me is really looking forward to this 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobby Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 I'm gonna have to skip this one, even though I really enjoyed it last time Hopefully next time though when I'm not as busy and have a permanent job sorted. Good luck to all participators. Have fun!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Precision-Playyy Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Sign me up effy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoadreader Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 If there's still places then sign me up! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HcG Clawz Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Sing me up, wanted to join last time but was like 30 minutes to late 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manuelito Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 (edited) Finally I've been waiting so long for this!! Sign me up! Edited August 10, 2015 by pese-97 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
effdeegee Posted August 10, 2015 Author Share Posted August 10, 2015 (edited) Sing me up, wanted to join last time but was like 30 minutes to latelol I just noticed that, depending on how the sign up confirmation goes, you might already be 40 minutes late for this one too. I'd say stick around and wait to see because there's probably gonna be one or two to drop out when it's fight or flight time. Also, if everyone decides to stay, I can bump the players up to 10 and wait for one more after you. Alright folks. Let's hold off on the sign ups until we see what's happening here. EDIT: I just noticed pese-97 snuck in while I was responding. I'll bump it to 10 and we'll roll with the initial batch of confirmations soon. Edited August 10, 2015 by effdeegee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EpicNogg4 Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 (edited) IM IN!!! EFFDEEGEE YOUR LEGEND, LOVE THIS!!! Edit : NOOOOOOOOOO, I'm too late, can we please have 15 people effdeegee? Edited August 10, 2015 by EpicNogg4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
effdeegee Posted August 10, 2015 Author Share Posted August 10, 2015 IM IN!!! EFFDEEGEE YOUR LEGEND, LOVE THIS!!! Hang on for a bit to see what happens with the first batch of confirmations. If someone leaves you can take their spot. If they all stay, I'll be shocked but, might bump it to 12 and wait for one more. Alright folks. No more. Wait to see what happens here. Any posts made after this point asking to join will be seen as herp derp. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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