wow.... that's a lot of questions mate.

never been a fan of AC series I wasn't keen on GG though I have to say it's not too shabby for what it is...
i myself didn't get PS2 till last year when I had chance to pick up PS2 Test unit - so now I can play all my PS2 Gundam titles...

About you BS remark makes me to check out my copy again.
I don't normally take the manual out of jewel case - I never bothered to read any manual. period...

On VO, the netlink versions were released both in JP and US and from what I know they require the NetLink/X-Band modem module in order to run. I have all four version collected over the years although I usually play DC VOOT...

And Cyberbots I have both std release and 1st print LE box set although it's been years since I played it...
I'm not a huge fan of Vs fighting but I prefer big mecha going at each other than human beating each other... just personal preferences...

cheers