GT4 playable online via Xlink!
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The difference?CMe
I actually plan on continuing to maintain it for the exclusive use of GTPlanet users.
The reason?
These are just plain better forums.
And, by forming a sizeable list of online players, people can use it as reference and start forming teams of drivers that race exclusively online.
The list on the xLink forums had 50 users on it within the first couple weeks and people are still posting their names and countries.
Also, that list was on a "will-have" basis.
This new list is on an "already have" basis, and helps people get on their feet.
I'm not surprised no one has posted yet, nor do I expect people to start posting within the following days to come.
But alot of you already know how to drive, and the new system will only take so much getting used to, and when it becomes known that you can, indeed, play GT4 over the internet; people will pursue it.
Like I said, I'm just ahead of the game for now.
Just keep an eye on the thread and things will pick up soon.
If you are just waiting for the game, or saving up to buy a PS2 modem to hook up to the router that you already have, or anything along those lines, please feel free to register on xLink and post your GTP name and xLink name on the thread.
For the sake of getting things started
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You mean like, www.teamxlink.co.uk?
If so, I do.
If so, I do.
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I'm getting GT4 and a PS2 Modem tomorrow.
The following couple of days will be nothing but GT4.
Well, I might be able to fit some time for eating and bodily functions in there, but no promises.
Once I get my PS2 hooked up to my network, I'll make a diagram or something and explain any problems I might run into.
Until then, I'll just keep updating the list.
Btw, it looks like someone from the xLink forums has already registered here.
Have a look..
The following couple of days will be nothing but GT4.
Well, I might be able to fit some time for eating and bodily functions in there, but no promises.
Once I get my PS2 hooked up to my network, I'll make a diagram or something and explain any problems I might run into.
Until then, I'll just keep updating the list.
Btw, it looks like someone from the xLink forums has already registered here.
Have a look..
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I'm there, and I am leostotch 👍
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I joined...
Still have yet to successfully host or join a game, but with more users (and menus in English,
) it will be much easier to figure it out.
Still have yet to successfully host or join a game, but with more users (and menus in English,
) it will be much easier to figure it out.Slurp
I would like to believe your intentions are good, but what prevents this new thread from succumbing to the same fate as the one on xLink?
It's unfortunate that you abandoned the xLink thread.
Slurp
The first list was on a "will-have" and "already-have" basis. Why are you stating different now? Honesty is always best, anything else certainly speaks to ones character.
Besides, I don't see how it helps others to "get on their feet".A better solution would not rely on a single user (person) to maintain the list.
I do not wish to offend, but something(s) about this just rubs me the wrong way.
Anyway, I hope to see you online using xLink for some good racing. Maybe you'll see me too, but I must warn you - I am very fast
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This is something I have committed to.
It's not a difficult task.
The reason for moving to GTPlanet is because it's simply a better forum.
All xLink users who play GT4 should be GTP or GTF users.
Unfortunately, I only have the will to maintain this list on one forum.
But either way; most GTF users are GTP users as well.
Also, my reason for changing the requirements for getting on the list, is so I'm not overloaded with people who, "will" or "might be" getting into online play. My goal is so the list is a reliable reference for people interested in finding out who on GTP they can challenge.
As for helping people get on their feet, the post before the actual list includes links to the xLink sign-up form, as well as a Quickstart Guide for connecting their PS2 Modems to their computers.
And, CMe, it seems we got off on the wrong foot, as I am also very fast.
It seems we now have a dispute to settle.
*crowd gasps*
It's not a difficult task.
The reason for moving to GTPlanet is because it's simply a better forum.
All xLink users who play GT4 should be GTP or GTF users.
Unfortunately, I only have the will to maintain this list on one forum.
But either way; most GTF users are GTP users as well.
Also, my reason for changing the requirements for getting on the list, is so I'm not overloaded with people who, "will" or "might be" getting into online play. My goal is so the list is a reliable reference for people interested in finding out who on GTP they can challenge.
As for helping people get on their feet, the post before the actual list includes links to the xLink sign-up form, as well as a Quickstart Guide for connecting their PS2 Modems to their computers.
And, CMe, it seems we got off on the wrong foot, as I am also very fast.
It seems we now have a dispute to settle.
*crowd gasps*
Slurp
What does your sig have to do with it? I am not referring to Xlink as an alternative. I am referring to OFFICIAL online support whether via add-on disc or as a new GT4 game version 2 or whatever. PD has scrapped all plans to include online features in GT4. The next GT game that will officially support online play out of the box will be GT5. That is not speculation, that is a FACT
So yes, thank God for alternatives such as Xlink.
Slurp
Thanks, Slurp. I really believe you're a good guy. My appologies if I've offened you. I'm no doubt experiencing the lack-of-GT4 frustration
bug .Yes, we can settle on the track
I broke my left hand duing Kung-Fu class a couple of weeks ago - so if we're racing soon I'm in an auto trans (one hand on wheel).
But after - when I regain the use of my left hand I'll switch to manuall trans...And that spells trouble for the slow ones.
BTW - I'm fond of Nurburgring.
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- WtChocolateDoG
- WtChocolate DoG
Ive never played a game online using xlink. So is it possible to use a headset to talk to eachother?
CMe
I have used up all the ports on my router and I don't want to buy a hub. Also, we have 1 PS2 downstairs and 1 PS2 upstairs and I don't want to run another super long wire. If I have enough network cards to do this, would it work for playing people online with XLink Kai? Can I use XLink Kai to play with the PS2 downstairs lag free? Any tips on how to do this? Thanks in advance.
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If you have that many computers, then yeah, you could probably run one instance of Kai on a computer upstairs and another instance on a computer downstairs, but then you would need two more network cards and two PS2 modems.
It's kind of an odd situation you have presented though.
I just heard that I might have to wait another day for GT4.
If that happens.. a puppy will die, just because; and I'll punch a nun if I see one.
It's kind of an odd situation you have presented though.
HYBRIDLVR
I just heard that I might have to wait another day for GT4.
If that happens.. a puppy will die, just because; and I'll punch a nun if I see one.
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Theoretically, it should work. However, Xlink Kai may not like multiple NICs in your machine and simply choose the one connected to the Internet and ignore listening to the other for traffic. Tunnelling network traffic through several NICs is always a bit trickier, even if XP is much easier to set up than Win2k.dan7u
I would still recommend a hub which means you don't have to get Xlink involved (or your PCs turned on) if you want to play LAN games between your 2 PS2s.
Yeah, we have all of that. I just wanted to make sure it works. I would be able to play with the downstairs PS2 lag free right? We have a bunch of spare network cards lying around and the we have the network adaptors also. Has anyone tried my set up before? If so, please post. I don't know if we can have PS2s playing online with XLink Kai at the same time on the same internet connection.
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I am a little confused........I have two computers and my PS2 hooked up to a Hub that sits right next to the cable modem, all pieces are plugged in at all times so I can play soccer madden tiger woods ect....am I going to have to have a router, or am I ok with what I have? thanks Leo
Hey,
We're gonna get a chunk of new PS2 guys in here, because GT4 has hit in the US. Here's a little document to help you get going - PLEASE use it in conjunction with the existing "quick setup guide", the FAQ and the "Search" button in here..
Step 1 - Installing Kai
-------------------------
Easy this one, get it from the downloads section, run it. It will install. Run it from Start menu. The first time, it will download loads of stuff it needs - if this doesnt work - *keep trying* - if it still doesn't work, you have some software (firewall? weird proxy setup?) which is stopping the app from downloading stuff over HTTP (port 80). The app will attempt to use IE's web proxy settings, if they exist and are enabled. As a last resort, ask nicely for a *mod/admin* to link to a zip of the pacakges for you.
Step 2 - Get an XTag, Sign in
----------------------------------
Signup ison our website, so go there. Do that, verify your email thingy. Use it to log into Kai.
Step 3 - Checking If You're Reachable
--------------------------------------------
Kai can bust its was through most firewalls / NAT / routers, but sometimes it can get killed by evil firewalls etc. So, press the little "World" icon at the top of the app. You will go to Arena mode. From the list, press the small -> on the XBox bit (yeah I know you don't have an xbox - bear with me here). Navigate, in the same way, First person shooters, halo2, americas. Once you're in there, we can check if you can be contacted by other players. Press the magnifying glass at the top of the app. You will see a list of stuff. Network reachable should change, within 5 seconds, to "Yes". If it does, great, if not, you may need to open a UDP port, or configure your firewall. This is where the search button, Quickstart and FAQ are useful. If you're really dying, post a help request in the right forum.
Step 4 - Making sure Kai can talk to your PS2
----------------------------------------------------
This is perhaps the nastiest bit. For the techies out there, I will summarise. Kai acts as a DHCP server - and will tell you your console has Failed to Configure, unless it could assign it's own sick looking IP address / subnet to it. For the noobs, here's what to do:
Turn your ps2 on, go into gt4, try to join a game. It doesn't matter where you are in Kai - you arent expecting to find a game yet. Press the magnifying glass for diagnostics, then the little folder under it. If it says no consoles detected, you need to check your cabling and firewalls. If it says configured successfully, excellent - move on. If it says failed, do the following:
* Restart Kai and restart ps2 each time your try the things below*
a.) If you have a 2nd network card in your PC, connect the ps2 directly to it using a Crossover cable (couple of USD). Restart Kai, it will work (usually).
b.) If you don't have a 2nd network card and a crossover cable, but can afford to buy one, go buy one. It's a hell of a lot easier.
c.) You must be using a router I guess.. So, look in your router. See if you can block the MAC address of the PS2 - ie stop the router from providing the ps2 with an IP address. Hopefully, with this done, Kai will be able to do it.
d.) If you've got this far, and you're still knackered, you need to post me your PS2 mac address (its a 12 digit number, on the back of the bba .. probably something like 00144a22acd3). *When I get time*, I will reply telling you a bunch of settings. You need to setup the IP settings in GT4 to match what I say. One day, I'll make a little app so you can do this yourselves. Watch the news for that.
Step 5 - Playing the game Smile
---------------------------------
OK.. You've got "Reachable: Yes" and a nice green Successfully configured ps2. Excelent. Press the world icon (for Arena mode). Use the -> Arrows to dig down into the gt4 arena, then press the real slim > on the far right edge of the app. This will open a nice chat window, meet people in here and decide to play. I SUPER STRONGLY recommend you use private arenas for ANY AND ALL GT4 GAMES.. Playing in the "main" gt4 arena will work, but will be super laggy if a lot of guys are in there.
Cheers, and enjoy this excellent game.
TD
http://www.teamxlink.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?p=53830#53830
We're gonna get a chunk of new PS2 guys in here, because GT4 has hit in the US. Here's a little document to help you get going - PLEASE use it in conjunction with the existing "quick setup guide", the FAQ and the "Search" button in here..
Step 1 - Installing Kai
-------------------------
Easy this one, get it from the downloads section, run it. It will install. Run it from Start menu. The first time, it will download loads of stuff it needs - if this doesnt work - *keep trying* - if it still doesn't work, you have some software (firewall? weird proxy setup?) which is stopping the app from downloading stuff over HTTP (port 80). The app will attempt to use IE's web proxy settings, if they exist and are enabled. As a last resort, ask nicely for a *mod/admin* to link to a zip of the pacakges for you.
Step 2 - Get an XTag, Sign in
----------------------------------
Signup ison our website, so go there. Do that, verify your email thingy. Use it to log into Kai.
Step 3 - Checking If You're Reachable
--------------------------------------------
Kai can bust its was through most firewalls / NAT / routers, but sometimes it can get killed by evil firewalls etc. So, press the little "World" icon at the top of the app. You will go to Arena mode. From the list, press the small -> on the XBox bit (yeah I know you don't have an xbox - bear with me here). Navigate, in the same way, First person shooters, halo2, americas. Once you're in there, we can check if you can be contacted by other players. Press the magnifying glass at the top of the app. You will see a list of stuff. Network reachable should change, within 5 seconds, to "Yes". If it does, great, if not, you may need to open a UDP port, or configure your firewall. This is where the search button, Quickstart and FAQ are useful. If you're really dying, post a help request in the right forum.
Step 4 - Making sure Kai can talk to your PS2
----------------------------------------------------
This is perhaps the nastiest bit. For the techies out there, I will summarise. Kai acts as a DHCP server - and will tell you your console has Failed to Configure, unless it could assign it's own sick looking IP address / subnet to it. For the noobs, here's what to do:
Turn your ps2 on, go into gt4, try to join a game. It doesn't matter where you are in Kai - you arent expecting to find a game yet. Press the magnifying glass for diagnostics, then the little folder under it. If it says no consoles detected, you need to check your cabling and firewalls. If it says configured successfully, excellent - move on. If it says failed, do the following:
* Restart Kai and restart ps2 each time your try the things below*
a.) If you have a 2nd network card in your PC, connect the ps2 directly to it using a Crossover cable (couple of USD). Restart Kai, it will work (usually).
b.) If you don't have a 2nd network card and a crossover cable, but can afford to buy one, go buy one. It's a hell of a lot easier.
c.) You must be using a router I guess.. So, look in your router. See if you can block the MAC address of the PS2 - ie stop the router from providing the ps2 with an IP address. Hopefully, with this done, Kai will be able to do it.
d.) If you've got this far, and you're still knackered, you need to post me your PS2 mac address (its a 12 digit number, on the back of the bba .. probably something like 00144a22acd3). *When I get time*, I will reply telling you a bunch of settings. You need to setup the IP settings in GT4 to match what I say. One day, I'll make a little app so you can do this yourselves. Watch the news for that.
Step 5 - Playing the game Smile
---------------------------------
OK.. You've got "Reachable: Yes" and a nice green Successfully configured ps2. Excelent. Press the world icon (for Arena mode). Use the -> Arrows to dig down into the gt4 arena, then press the real slim > on the far right edge of the app. This will open a nice chat window, meet people in here and decide to play. I SUPER STRONGLY recommend you use private arenas for ANY AND ALL GT4 GAMES.. Playing in the "main" gt4 arena will work, but will be super laggy if a lot of guys are in there.
Cheers, and enjoy this excellent game.
TD
http://www.teamxlink.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?p=53830#53830
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One thing I have heard is that people are having alot of problems using the regular GT4 arena.
I have been told that if you start at the bttom of the tree (before you pick PS2) Choose "Special Interest" -> "Routing Mode test arenas" -> "Mode 1" and then create your private arena, that it works.
I have been told that if you start at the bttom of the tree (before you pick PS2) Choose "Special Interest" -> "Routing Mode test arenas" -> "Mode 1" and then create your private arena, that it works.
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