Posted Jun 24, 2008 at 02:25AM by Charles D. Listed in: News Tags: Japan, Sony
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Pixelized mystery timer found on PlayStation Japan site - Image 1 Pixelized mystery timer found on PlayStation Japan site - Image 2 


What's the story behind the latest mystery timer found on the PlayStation Japan website? We're not so sure ourselves, but it looks like Sony is winding itself up for another interesting release this coming June 27 at 3:00 p.m. (at least that's what it says on the countdown).

Upon loading the page, you'll see a pixelated timer counting down the hours alongside the word "orz". If you repeatedly click on the strange title, it then morphs into a new word (or2) with a congratulatory message and a strange green blob slowly traversing the bottom of the screen.

Considering the pixelated presentation of the teaser, it's possible that it may have something to do with bringing back one of their old school releases. Whatever the case may be, your guess is as good as ours. No worries, though. We'll be sure to keep our eyes out for any word regarding this enigmatic countdown.

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   by JaXeRiR - 2008-06-24
 » ...

Yuusha no Kuse ni Namaikida 2.


   Re: whaleshark - 2008-06-24
 » Definately

It is definately the sequel to Yuusha no Kuse ni Namaikida. The game looked wonderful and everyone said it was great. So i might have to import this one...

   Re: akadewboy - 2008-06-24
 » I agree

But what does "orz" mean?

   Re: Keith K - 2008-06-24
 » orz

'Orz' is the japanese equivalent of "Dammit" or "D'oh!"

   Re: GodShiru - 2008-06-24
 » uhhhh...

Don't make up fake meanings :/

Orz is far from being a Japanese word. VERY far. Japanese for dammit is Kuso, Shimata, etc.

   Re: userw12w - 2008-06-24
 » orz

orz or or2 is a pictogram of a man on his hands and knees sometimes used on Japanese internet sites to indicate regret or being sorry for some shortcoming. it's kinda like saying "sorry" or "excuse me" or "i was wrong"

   Re: w0rmh01e - 2008-06-25
 » right

Bigger variation:

OTL

And it sometimes farts.

orz+3

   Re: bainface - 2008-06-26
 » orz is used in our country quite frequently... and yes, it farts

anyway, have you guys realized that if you take the term "or2" and advance each letter by one (take the next letter in alphabetical and numerical order) you get "ps3"?
am I just thinking way hard? but too perfect to be a coincidence no? It could be a sequel to a PS3 game on the PSP! just to leave that out on the table, have it in anyway you want lllorzlll
   by clinton_psp&360 - 2008-06-24
 » haha

all you have to do is view the web page and then change your date and time rofl i just did it.


   Re: whaleshark - 2008-06-24
 » LOL

thats pretty funny. too bad it doesnt say which game it is... +(

   Re: akadewboy - 2008-06-24
 » We know what game it is

*Points to first post

   Re: JaXeRiR - 2008-06-24
 » YEAH

WE KNOW ALRDY SO STFU! EVRY1 GIV POINTS 2 TEH 1ST POST!

...


   Re: Bolec - 2008-06-25
 » @jaxerir

Do you have some problems man? o.O ...
   by Evolution_X - 2008-06-24
 » Probably unrelated but....

The outline of the timer reminds me of the Nintendo Logo outline if you ask me.


   Re: SonnySoul - 2008-06-24
 » I Agree

I thought the same thing as soon as I saw it..!

I know it would never happen, but can you imagine if Sony bought out Nintendo..! Lol!
   by darth_rich - 2008-06-24
 » Could I be right??

For what it's worth I think we are looking at a Star Control Sequel.

The race Orz feature in it and the Z changing to a 2... maybe.

   by cmans - 2008-06-24
 » I think....

Maybe, this will be a classic port, pretty sure of a Jap. Game (Duh. That can easily be assumed!) Hope it'll be fun! Darn, as of a totally unrelated note, I need a Pandora's Battery!


   Re: Musashe2 - 2008-06-24
 » hint pl0x?

after clicking multiple times it turns into a 2...
look at it backwords...

this may be hinting 2.40 on the 27th at 15hundred
hours?
   by aroxim - 2008-06-25
 » Musashe2

thats true
it kinda does look like 2.40
hopefully it is!
and if it is...
lets celebrate!

   by death - 2008-06-26
 » 2moroz the bid dai

hmmm wlets see if first post gets +1 internets



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