[Flaropri]

I'm sure many people won't be using it actually, for similar reasons that you may have, and of course also for the very practical reason of simply not having a microphone.

I'm sure there will even be people who just turn off/mute income voice chat as well.

I think lack of communication is missing out on some things, but, based on playing other games, you'll probably do fine. TF2 has in-game voice chat for example, and while I miss out on warning my team of incoming threats (especially if I get killed while trying to type the message) and the like, it's still a fun and enjoyable experience...

If I took that game more seriously and/or had a set group of people to play with, I'd be more inclined to talk to them, but it isn't necessary to have fun with the game.

I'm sure that PS2 will be similar, but there is more incentive (I feel) to talk to people.