beatmaniaIIDX ULTIMATE MOBILE game for iOS and Android!

 On my previous entry, I recently bought a beatmaniaIIDX ENTRY Model controller. The next thing you must have is to download the game. The beatmaniaIIDX ULTIMATE MOBILE game is available on Android and iOS devices. The game is only available for the Japanese accounts only.

beatmaniaIIDX ULTIMATE MOBILE main screen

Downloading the game is free, however there is a monthly subscription. There are a lot of songs available for without subscription. If added, more songs will be added on top of the without subs. There are two kinds of subscription, the Regular and Ultimate subscription. The regular subs costs 480 yen/month while ultimate is 980 yen/ month. For more detailed information about the subscription please click here. 

ULTIMATE MOBILE's monthly plans

Gameplay is still same without the background videos Settings and customization is also available as well. Any recent Android or iOS devices can be used for this game, however for better gaming experience, I would recommend to use a tablet as mobile phones can limit your experience. 

Since beatmaniaIIDX arcade cabinets are no longer to be found in the Philippines, I think this is the better alternative option to still play the game and an alternative to the INFINITAS if you are in a budget.

beatmaniaIIDX ENTRY MODEL controller

Recently, I bought a beatmaniaIIDX ENTRY MODEL controller from the used game shop in Akihabara. I was suprised because BEMANI games and controller are significantly scarce and expensive.

This controller was intended for the beatmaniaIIDX ULTIMATE MOBILE for iOS and Android device which uses Bluetooth connection. Although, this is also compatible with the beatmaniaIIDX INFINITAS for PC connected through cable.

The ENTRY MODEL controller was the reborn PS2 version, omitting the PS2 port. The ENTRY MODEL uses membrane in the keys, therefore, it is susceptible in sticky keys. Because it is intended for mobile devices, the controller can be power up by 3 AAA batteries.

In comparison in the with the PS2 JKOC, ENTRY MODEL is visibly thicker. The turntable of the also smaller than the PS2 JKOC, and ENTRY MODEL is longer than the PS2 predecessor.

Right now, I don't know its availability in Konami esport store in Ginza as Konamistyle website has been blocked viewers from outside Japan.

Flight Review: Philippines Airlines to Haneda, Tokyo!

 Last month, I went to Tokyo, Japan for one week vacation. I booked my roundtrip to Tokyo, arriving at Haneda Airport midnight flying Philippine Airlines.

PR424 signage

I arrived at the airport 4 hours before the flight. While check in was done online and immigration doesn't have lines, all these was done in less than 20 minutes.

On the airside, I was able to access the PAGSS Premiere lounge for FREE! If you have high tier credit cards from various banks. While savoring my meal, I was able catch the ANA's Pokemon livery aircraft bound for Haneda Airport. I forgot to mentioned that ANA and PAL have a codeshare flight, therefore, I can earn miles on both PAL Mabuhay Miles and ANA Mileage Club.

ANA Pokemon plane

As the departure nears, I proceed to the boarding gate. Unfortunately, this is a fully loaded flight, therefore, I can't change or own the 2 seats on my row.

At the gate

The aircraft will take me to Tokyo is an Airbus 321 NEO SR, SR stands for "Short Range". As I seated, every seat has an In-Flight Entertainment screen with an USB port underneath. Unfortunately, it doesn't have a WiFi and power sockets to charge devices. SR variants at PAL has at least 30 inch legroom, it will be an uncomfortable seating. 

10 inch In-Flight Entertainment

Before take-off the Cabin crews hand out a Dental kit. Although this is 4 hour flight, good thing PAL looks over our dental health even in Economy Class passengers. 

PAL's Dental kit for Economy Class

Upon reaching the cruising altitude, the Cabin crew started the dinner service. I chose the Chicken rice option. The option consists of Chicken meal, tamago maki, small portion of salad, sliced fruit, and creamy pastry as dessert. The meal is not that tasty but not bad.

Upon arrival at Haneda Airport, I had the chance to take photo of the aircraft over the observation deck.

Because I arrived midnight, I have no choice but to stay inside the airport until the first monorail operations. This is my first time to sleep at the airport.

Uniqlo Coffee at Global Flagship store!

Before my flight for Tokyo, I took the opportunity to try the Uniqlo Coffee at the Uniqlo Manila Global Flagship Store in Glorietta 5 in Makati City.

Located at the second floor. It has a selection of hot and cold beverages and pastries. It also has a number of seats including in the balcony. The ambiance is minimalistic and clean, although one staff is only stationed at the counter maybe because low yields.  Because I just had my lunch, I only ordered for a Hot Chocolate. 

Uniqlo Coffee menu

The guests at the time of my visit is quite low, around ten people. I guess this is Uniqlo’s answer for Muji’s Coffee Counter they opened last 2022.