Why You Need to Try WipeOut Omega Collection in 2023 

That would be awesome! Definitely a way to draw new players in. Hope someone from Sony read your comment too :)

If Sony port's Wipeout to PC I'd faint lol

This is all I've been hoping for. Unfortunately for Sony, I now can play 2048 on Vika3k at 4k/60, and HD/Fury at the same quality on RPCS3. Almost have no reason to get it anymore.

they have ported some other former exclusives on PC so there is some hope, also Wipeout 2097 was on PC too :D

​@@AGRacingCentralwhich are your favourite WipEout game? For me: All PS1 WipEout games, WipEout Pure, HD, and Omega Collection.😊

Yes, me too obviously. As of now, we can't be sure that the series ever comes back but I really hope the AG Racing genre in general will take off in the near future. Until we get a a new WipeOut or F-Zero though, I'll be sure to make content about what we have available!

Setsuna Yuki and Karin Asaka also loved the iconic WipEout series. Their favourite WipEout team undoubtedly is AG Systems, the all rounded ship.

I agree that the game still looks really good. I usually play on a gaming monitor but it must look amazing in 4K. It's great that you mention the lore about this series, I briefly touched on it in the video too. I've spent hours reading through each teams history so I'm totally behind you on the WipeOut movie :)

Even crazier when you realize that the games its based off originally came out in 2007 (PS3) and 2012 (Vita)

​@@ADreamingTravelerWipEout 2048 storyline interestingly took place before the WipEout series even born, the same way Xblaze Code Embryo's main storyline that took place 500 years before Blazblue Series even started.

Thanks! I totally agree. There are a lot more AG Racers that I like but I would say that none come close to this one. Thank you for checking out the video!

@@AGRacingCentral Thanks man, so happy there are still some of us that miss Wipeout so badly I wished that Sony brought it back for PS5.

​@@hectorhp8779have you ever listened custom anime soundtrack on WipEout HD or Omega Collection? You can listen to them if you have saved songs on your PS4 HDD then use them as a racing musics in HD or Omega Collection.

Thanks a lot! The series does truly bring forth a lot of nostalgia for many players :)

Nijigasaki High School Idol Club, much like WipEout, is always in our hearts.

I completely agree, these are in my opinion some of the most timeless racing games ever made. Thanks a lot for checking out the video!

I couldn't agree more, it's definitely one of my favorite racing game experiences of all time. WipeOut 2048 was great on PS Vita but this port took it to another level for sure. Saw you had some WipeOut content on your channel too, I'll make sure to check it out. Thanks a lot for watching the video and taking your time to comment!

@@AGRacingCentral Thank you for your reply! I've also never actually played the original WipEout 2048 since I have never owned a Vita, but the remastered version on the Omega Collection is great to play. Also, if you do check out my content, I hope you enjoy it, thanks 👍

Awesome, me too :)

Thank you so much for your kind words and I am also very stoked I could recommend a game for you that you liked! I'm actually a big fan of 2048, even though it has a little bit of different style in many regards when you compare it to HD. I have no idea how far you've gotten in the campaign yet but it's fun to unlock new ships in general and the prototype ships you unlock with regular intervals are a really nice touch. Some events though, like the later Zone races and the optional A+ challenges you'll face at the end of the campaign are much harder than anything HD throws at you in my opinion. I can perfectly understand that you feel 2048 is different but I'd say give it a shot at least until you've unlocked the Feisar prototype. Or just go back to HD/Fury and replay the whole thing on Elite difficulty :)

I think I'll do both! Yeah, for 2048 I'll make the emphasis on unlocking all of the ships.

​@@tyelwell9personally, I'm more of a fan of the low-fi jet engine ships and modified road tracks of 2048, as it really gives a sense of scale and speed I can relate to and grounds you in the lore of a racing sport still adjusting to antigravity.

It is a really timeless game, just pure arcade racing fun. While the older games might be worth playing if you can get your hands on them, Omega Collection is definitely the most complete package.

I agree, it's sort of the ultimate pure AG racing experience. It's really remarkable how good looking Omega Collection still is and that people are still playing it online. Thanks for your comment!

@@AGRacingCentralPeople are still playing online? Then where can I find people? I’ve never found any online lobbies

@@adrianwoods2752 May I ask what part of the world you live in and at what times you typically search for lobbies?

@@AGRacingCentral I live in the USA but I don't play the game often, so i don't know what times I should be looking for lobbies

@@adrianwoods2752 I see. Not that I have any statistics to show but it might be possible that the game is played more in the European region (again, I'm not sure, US has a huge player base). You could always try to look for lobbies in the early afternoon which is in the evening in Central Europe. I'll also make sure to announce when I have community events :)

Great to hear! I'd say it's a timeless classic, well worth playing today. If you're a retro Wipeout fan you would probably love BallisticNG for PC but chances are you already knew about that game :)

@AGRacingCentral Heard ballisticNG months ago, It's on the switch as well but I wish it was on other playable consoles...

@@Sakurubii Unfortunately, the Switch version got canceled due to some controversy regarding how the way the developers of Unity (the game engine) wanted to get payed. We'll keep our hopes up for a sequel for consoles!

​@@Sakurubiihave you watched Nijigasaki NEXT SKY OVA Season 3 last year?😊

I haven't tried Omega Collection out in in VR but I'm confident it's an awesome experience! The Wipeout franchise seems like the perfect setting for a VR game so we should really keep our fingers crossed. It's at least what would get me to buy the PSVR2 :)

@@AGRacingCentral I played Wipeout in 3rd Person view all my life and expected my times to take a hit in 1st person in VR, but it was so intuitive that my times even slightly improved. Best VR game next to Beat Saber in my opinion.

Don't know if you're refeering to Redout 1 or 2 but I guess that they are both quite challenging depending on your assistance settings :)

@AGRacingCentral I've been playing 2. It's difficult, and it took me forever to master Wipeout because of these tutorial videos. I can't find a whole lot for Redout 2

Hadn't heard about Distance, that game looked really cool! I've heard that the Redout community arrange races even though it can be a little tough to find opponents through random matchmaking. I usually find at least a few lobbies on a regular basis in WipEout Omega Collection though. It might depend on where you live and what time you play of course. I will try to arrange more community races for the game in the future though where you are more than welcome. Thanks for the comment!

I completely agree that we need a new Wipeout game! Glad to hear you like Omega Collection, I think it's a timeless classic that can be approached very casually or in a super serious manner. Thanks a lot for your comment!

I actually didn't know about the music thing, very well worth noting. I agree with the rest of what you said to, it's such a timeless awesome racing game! It's looks and plays really well on the oldest PS4-models too. I haven't had the opportunity to play it in VR but I am very tempted :)

@@AGRacingCentral Wipeout isn't the same without it's classic soundtrack. Since HD/Fury is pretty much Pulse/Pure, its understandable that they couldn't get the license agreements to use the old music on the Omega Collection. The soundtrack they have on the Omega collection is fine, but you can't bet the nostalgia of the early 2000s with what they had on Pulse and Pure. Playing those old soundtracks help bring you back to the days of playing on a PSP 😋. With the new PS VR out, I'm sure you can snag the first generation on the used market for a decent price. I should have a couple videos on my channel without any assists.

Well hello there fellow Piranha

That’s a good point! Not all that long left :)

To be honest nothing beats Wipeout Omega but I do sort of miss 2097(XL) which doesn't translate onto big screen4K tv's very well. So when I want that retro buzz I play BallisticNG.

There’s nothing… NOTHING… better than this. This is as good as it gets. Long live wipEout.

I choose option C- I love both Wipeout and F-Zero equally! Have you tried the insanity that is F-Zero 99?! It's downright outlandish and I can't get enough.

I try out all future racers on any platform including VR. Nothing even comes close to wipeout omega collection on PSVR1. Although PSVR1 is really outdated now.

I started with WipEout HD Fury, then played the Omega Collection, then fell into the rabbit hole that is BallisticNG once I 100%ed the Omega Collection

It sure is! Still played online by people too which is a bit remarkable since the game has no ranking system with rewards to speak of nor dedicated servers. Thank you for commenting!

Thanks a lot for checking out the video, I'm really nostalgic about WipeOut myself. In an old Reddit thread people complained about the same issue you describe. It was speculated that the game was removed because of licensing issues with the music. Some of the solutions listed were: 1. Look for the game on a console rather than a computer. (This might be what you already did yourself). 2. If it says "Not available for purchase", click the "more" option and the option to purchase the game might appear. 3. In the "PS Plus" tab, see if the game is listed among the games available on the Premium Tier. Then subscribe to the Premium Tier (if you deem it's worth it). I hope one of these options will resolve the issue. You are more than welcome to reply again and tell me how things went, it's useful information for me.

Thanks for your help, I really appreciate it. I tried the above but with no luck. What ended up working in the end was buying a physical copy of the game for PS4 which worked on my PS5. I had to order a copy from the UK since none were available in Australia but a few weeks later I am reliving Wipeout again! 😊

@@benjidaniel5595 I'm happy to hear everything worked out for you, be it with a bit of a detour. My best guess is the game might not be available in all regions because of the licensed music, that thing is a minefield nowadays. Thanks a lot for getting back to me and I'm very happy to hear you are enjoying the game!

Yeah, it’s most definitely on PS5. And in 4k🔥

Cool! Glad you are enjoying Wipeout Omega Collection. It's an great timeless racer and it must look pretty awesome in 4K!

@@AGRacingCentral Awesome in 4K? That is an understatement. It's more like jaw dropping in 4K@60FPS. Simply incredible!

That would be super awesome! I haven't tried Omega Collection in VR but if I ever by Sony's old VR headset, it will be for this game :)

Not entirely sure how Wipeout and the anime you mentioned relates to each other but regardless, I agree with you. Wipeout Omega Collection is awesome! :)

I am inclined to agree :) I would say that some of the games that were inspired by WipEout are worth playing for sure, but like you, I think than none of them are on the same level.

I'm sure it is, haven't collected it myself :)

Agreed! It's such a timeless classic. It's remarkable how good it still looks when compared to other games and how smooth it all flows as well.

@@AGRacingCentral i would like PlayStation remastered omega on ps5 to play in 120 fps and play 2048 ships on wipeout hd

I completely agree that this game is worth keeping a PS4 around for. A PC port with cross play would also be amazing, it would introduce Wipeout to a completely new audience. We'll have to keep our fingers crossed :)

How awesome I could help you discover the game! Wipeout Omega Collection is also playable on PS4 and flows really well on the older consoles as well. The game has no matchmaking system for online racing but there are player created lobbies available most nights (European time). It's quite remarkable for such an old game without any online progression system either :)

@@AGRacingCentral I played on the PS3 around 2013 time, but fell out with my real-life friend that I raced with online, and then ended up selling the PS3 to get into PC gaming. I miss it. I will look into getting a PS4/5, as being a huge fan of the 1st wipeout back on the PS1, it would be criminal not to play the latest Wipeout (never too old!). I can see much of it is still the same as HD Fury, but lots of new tracks, which will keep it fun.

If you can find a PS4 or PS5 for a price you find reasonable, I'm confident Omega Collection won't disappoint you. @@DaveThompsonfairlife4all

Those games hold a very nostalgic value for many players. I'm sure the developers of BallisticNG feels the same as you :D

ARe you referring to something I said in the video? Pleas leave a time stamp, you got me curious :)

@@AGRacingCentral Nah, I just used to work with a graphic designer who was Swedish and my boss would say this in a ridiculous accent for fun. It's never left me since. 😁

Definitely. I really think they should have included it more in the game.

The older PS1-era Wipeout games certainly has their distinct look and feel that I'm not necessarily saying is better than Omega Collection but it's definitely different so I see what you mean. Something's telling me you already know about BallisticNG but that is probably the perfect game for you :)

I can't say for sure but it's possible that some tracks have been recycled as well as all the teams from Pure with approximately the same stats and looks. If you like Pure, you should really check out Pulse! It's got the same gameplay but with a campaign grid that is a much more fun way to play solo.

@AGRacingCentral I've recognized some tracks from pure in the collection, so that's why I asked. Thanks. I'd like to check out pulse but both my psps don't work, lol.

I really hope so too. I'd say that the Wipeout IP is still strong enough to warrant a new game. Didn't know about that browser game, that was a funny story :)

@@AGRacingCentral the least they can do is update the Omega Collection. I would love to see something along the lines of a "Legacy Audio Pack" dlc/update. When you get it, you can toggle an option to change the sounds and music to their original versions. For example, the ships in 2048 would go back to roaring like a chained dragon instead of the rather weak engine sound they use today. Also, it could replace the Omega Collection's music with a mix of the HD Fury OST and the absolute bangers from 2048. Lastly, I want the option to change how my menu looks and sounds, since I loved the aesthetic and music of 2048's menu.

Yes, I agree. I also long for a sequel but at least we have this timeless awesome title to keep playing a while longer.

I just assumed there is a pier to pier connection like in WipeOut Omega Collection rather than online servers. Didn't get the chance to try it out though but maybe in the future :)

It should be but there might be some issues in some regions because of the copyrighted music. You may have to find the game the store, click on the ”…”-icon and select the right version. Feel free to let me know if you find it!

I completely agree, the depth of the control scheme in Wipeout is incredible! And I also agree regarding what you said about the A+ challenges, I'm still hunting for the elite passes on those :)

It should be right there waiting for you in the PlayStation store! It's part of the retro collection on PS Plus Premium but it's also sold at a very reasonable price even when not on sale. I've heard some players claim that the game is nowhere to be found in the online store and this might be because of regional copyright problems regarding the game's music. Feel free to let me know if you found the game!

That would be a great idea, I would love to see the player base grow!

It may eventually be the reason why I buy a VR headset for PS4. The game looks really awesome in VR!

I see what you mean but I'd actually say that Wipeout and Redout are too different to be directly compared. I think it's the main reason why the player base didn't migrate and stayed on Omega Collection for online play and so on even though there surely are lots of players that own both games. I Think 34BigThings did the right thing in making Redout its own thing rather than try to emulate F-Zero or Wipeout.

Yeah Redout is it's own thing, I really dislike the 1st Redout because how difficult and different from Wip3out, way more faster paced. Seen gameplay of the 2nd game by a fellow streamer and it's just like the first game but better.

The game is really timeless so I say do it :) And feel free to join any of our online sessions too!

I'm disappointed that Sony haven't made this playable on the PSVR2! Let's hope it will happen. I'd like to see a new Wipeout title soon, maybe 2097 brought to the PS5 and VR2. Now that would be awesome!

I think you're right. Maybe Sony diverted all their resources to their other profitable IP's. I also remember when Wipeout games were more or less a tech demo for a new PlayStation console! Hopefully we'll see a new game at some point, I'd say that the IP is strong enough. Thank you for your comment!

That would have been super cool! Let's keep our fingers crossed :)

I agree with everything that you just said :)