User manual GAMES NINTENDO GAMECUBE PSO - EPISODE I & II

MANUAL COVER (FRONT) WARNING: PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE PRECAUTIONS BOOKLET INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USING YOUR NINTENDO ® HARDWARE SYSTEM, GAME DISC OR ACCESSORY. THIS BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. WARNING - Electric Shock To avoid electric shock when you use this system: Use only the AC adapter that comes with your system. Do not use the AC adapter if it has damaged, split or broken cords or wires. Make sure that the AC adapter cord is fully inserted into the wall outlet or extension cord. Always carefully disconnect all plugs by pulling on the plug and not on the cord. Make sure the Nintendo GameCube power switch is turned OFF before removing the AC adapter cord from an outlet. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE YOU OR YOUR CHILD PLAY VIDEO GAMES WARNING - Seizures Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or black outs triggered by light flashes, such as while watching TV or playing video games, even if they have never had a seizure before. Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an epileptic condition should consult a doctor before playing a video game. Parents should watch when their children play video games. Stop playing and consult a doctor if you or your child have any of the following symptoms: Convulsions Altered vision Eye or muscle twitching Involuntary movements Loss of awareness Disorientation CAUTION - Motion Sickness Playing video games can cause motion sickness. If you or your child feel dizzy or nauseous when playing video games with this system, stop playing and rest. Do not drive or engage in other demanding activity until you feel better. CAUTION - Laser Device The Nintendo GameCube is a Class 1 laser product. Do not attempt to disassemble the Nintendo GameCube. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Caution - Use of controls or adjustments or procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible. Play video games on the smallest available television screen. Do not play if you are tired or need sleep. Play in a well-lit room. Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour. CONTROLLER NEUTRAL POSITION RESET If the L or R Buttons are pressed or the Control Stick or C Stick are moved out of neutral position when the power is turned ON, those positions will be set as the neutral position, causing incorrect game control during game play. WARNING - Repetitive Motion Injuries Playing video games can make your muscles, joints or skin hurt after a few hours. Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as Tendinitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or skin irritation: Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don't think you need it. If your hands, wrists or arms become tired or sore while playing, stop and rest them for several hours before playing again. If you continue to have sore hands, wrists or arms during or after play, stop playing and see a doctor. To reset the controller, release all buttons and sticks to allow them to return to the correct neutral position, then hold down the X, Y and START/PAUSE Buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. L Button R Button Control Stick C Stick reviewed this product and that it has met our standards for excellence in workmanship, reliability and entertainment value. Always look for this seal when buying games and accessories to ensure complete compatibility with your Nintendo product. All Nintendo products are licensed by sale for use only with other authorized products bearing the Official Nintendo Seal of Quality.® This official seal is your assurance that Nintendo has Thank you for purchasing Phantasy Star Online Episode I & IITM. Please note that this software is designed only for use with the Nintendo GameCubeTM. Be sure to read this instruction booklet thoroughly before you start playing. Note: "Phantasy Star Online Episode I & IITM" will hereafter simply be referred to as "PSO." CONTENTS SETTING UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SOFTWARE KEYBOARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 GAME MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 NETWORK SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 PURCHASING A HUNTER'S LICENSE/WEBSITE . . . . . 15 CAUTIONS ON NETWORK CONNECTION . . . . . . . . . 17 HOW TO START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 PLAYING THE ONLINE GAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 BATTLE MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 CHALLENGE MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 PLAYING THE OFFLINE GAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 CONTROLS DURING THE GAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 GAME DISPLAYS & MENUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 CHARACTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 MISCELLANEOUS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 DOWNLOADING MINI-GAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 TERMS OF AGREEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 1-4 Player Simultaneous THIS GAME SUPPORTS SIMULTANEOUS GAME PLAY WITH ONE, TWO, THREE OR FOUR PLAYERS AND CONTROLLERS. THIS GAME REQUIRES A MEMORY CARD FOR SAVING GAME PROGRESS, SETTINGS OR STATISTICS. THIS GAME IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE GAME BOY ADVANCE PORTABLE VIDEO GAME SYSTEM. Modem THIS GAME IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE NINTENDO GAMECUBE MODEM ADAPTER. THIS GAME IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE NINTENDO GAMECUBE BROADBAND MODEM. Memory Card Broadband Game Boy Advance compatible THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN RATED BY THE ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE RATING BOARD. FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THE ESRB RATING, OR TO COMMENT ABOUT THE APPROPRIATENESS OF THE RATING, PLEASE CONTACT THE ESRB AT 1-800-771-3772, OR VISIT WWW.ESRB.ORG. TEEN BLOOD VIOLENCE PASSWORD (MEMO) LICENSED BY NINTENDO, NINTENDO GAMECUBE AND THE OFFICIAL SEAL ARE TRADEMARKS OF NINTENDO. © 2001 NINTENDO. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Apart from the Serial Number and Access Key, a self-created Password is required to play online. Write down your Password here for safe keeping. SETTING UP HARDWARE SETUP PSO is a one to four player game. Connect the Nintendo GameCubeTM Controllers to the Controller Socket 1, 2, 3 and 4 (depending on the number of players participating) in order. You will not be able to play properly with the controller connected out of order. CONTROLS r Button z Button l Button y Button x Button a Button b Button Control Stick + Control Pad USING PROGRESSIVE SCAN TV The Nintendo GameCubeTM Component Video Cable is available only through Nintendo, visit www.nintendo.com or call 1-800-255-3700. This software is compatible with progressive scan video output, using the Component Cable (sold separately). Please refer to the instruction manual of Nintendo GameCubeTM for the direction on how to connect. 1 Connect your TV set and Nintendo GameCubeTM with the Component Cable. 2 Place the PSO Game Disc inside the GameCubeTM, close the Disc Cover, START/PAUSE C Stick TITLE SCREEN/GAME MENUS/MENU ITEM SELECTIONS START/PAUSE Control Stick/+ Control Pad/C Stick a Button b Button l/r Button GAME START SELECT GAME START CANCEL SWITCH BETWEEN PAGES and press the POWER Button. 3 After the Nintendo GameCubeTM logo is displayed, press and hold the b Button. 4 You will be asked whether to display in Progressive Mode. Select "Yes" and the game will be displayed with Progressive Scan output. Once the Progressive Mode is selected, unless the video cable is changed, the Display Mode Select screen will be displayed each time the power is turned on, without pressing the b Button. Also, depending on the type of television set you are using, the horizontal/vertical ratio of the screen may be changed. VISUAL LOBBY/WITHIN THE CITY/IN BATTLE START/STOP / z Button Control Stick + Control Pad/C Stick a Button b Button x Button y Button l Button r Button DISPLAY THE MAIN MENU MOVE CHARACTER SELECT ENTER/USE CENTER ACTION MENU CANCEL/USE LEFT ACTION MENU USE RIGHT ACTION MENU DISPLAY SOFTWARE KEYBOARD CAMERA VIEW/SWITCH BETWEEN PAGES SAVE FILES PSO is a Nintendo GameCubeTM Memory Card compatible game (Memory Card sold separately). There are 6 types of save files, some being created automatically on the first time PSO Game Disc is started up. Never turn OFF the Nintendo GameCubeTM power or remove the Memory Card while the game data is being saved. Please also note that, when you erase either the System File or the Character File, you may not be able to use all remaining save files. SAVE FILES THAT ARE CREATED AUTOMATICALLY (Can be used only with the Memory Card inserted to Memory Card Slot A.) System File 3 blocks Character File 11 blocks Guild Card File 10 blocks SAVE FILE FOR NETWORK SETTINGS SEGA Network Info. 4 blocks OTHER FILES Snapshot File 15 blocks (Can be used only with the Memory Card inserted to Memory Card Slot B.) Download Quest Files Size vary according to the size of the Quest. SWITCH BETWEEN PAGES/TOGGLE ACTION MENU Anytime during the gameplay, simultaneously press and hold the b Button, x Button, and the START/PAUSE to return to the Title Screen. For detailed description of the controls, see each section, starting with p.18. The functions of the l/r Buttons can be switched via Button Config under Options of the Main Menu (p.51). 4 5 SOFTWARE KEYBOARD Chatting during the game play can be performed by entering messages using the Software Keyboard. GAME MENU WHAT IS PSO? PSO is a network role playing game, where the actions take place aboard the starship "Pioneer 2" and on Planet Ragol. Online you will meet a variety of people from all over the world. Overcome language barriers by using the five language "word select" feature that enables communication with users whose language is different from your own. Organize a team to play the game online or embark on Hunter's Guild quests, all the while chatting to exchange information. Of course you don't have to be online to play PSO. There is also an offline mode. Online or offline, we hope you will enjoy the exciting world of PSO. + Control Pad/C Stick a Button b Button x Button y Button l/r Button SELECT LETTERS/CHARACTERS ENTER SELECTED LETTER/CHARACTER DELETE A LETTER CHANGE CHATTING METHOD SHOW/HIDE SOFTWARE KEYBOARD TOGGLE BETWEEN LETTERS & SYMBOLS DELETE WHOLE SENTENCE DELETE SELECTED LETTER SEND MESSAGE ENTER SPACE DELETE A LETTER CANCEL CHAT (HIDE SOFTWARE KEYBOARD) STARTING UP PSO FOR THE FIRST TIME On the first time you start up PSO, the Terms of Agreement Screen will be displayed. Select Agree to proceed. Next, you will be asked to adjust the calendar setting of the Nintendo GameCubeTM. If the calendar is set correctly, select NO to continue with startup, or select YES to switch to the Calendar Screen for adjustment. Note: You will not be able to purchase the Hunter's License (p.15) if the calendar/clock is not adjusted correctly. ESC DEL OK SPACE BS EXIT SAVING A Memory Card is required to save PSO game data. Without a Memory Card you will not be able to play this game. Please see p.4 for the types of Save Files. To save game data, online or offline, select Quit Game (p.51) from the Main Menu to save. Never turn OFF the Nintendo GameCubeTM power or remove the Memory Card while the game data is being saved. Doing so will corrupt the game data, making it unable to be played the next time the game is started up (in such situations, a warning message will be displayed). SOFTWARE KEYBOARD IN NON-ENGLISH LANGUAGE STARTING A GAME If you set the Language Setting in the Options to language other than English, you will be able to type in letters and characters not available in English Software Keyboard. Also, with Language set to Japanese, some Software Keyboard keys have special functions in addition to functions shown above. In any language, use the l/r Buttons to toggle between the input modes. Have fun talking to players all over the world! SPACE . . . . . . . . Convert word(s). OK . . . . . . . . . . . Enter converted word(s). F6 . . . . . . . . . . . . Convert into hiragana. F7 . . . . . . . . . . . . Convert into katakana. During the Title Screen, press START/PAUSE to display the Game Menu. Use the + Control Pad 82 to select the mode to play, and press the a Button to start the game. ONLINE GAME The first time you select this mode, you will need to configure your Network ISP settings. Follow the setup procedure and save the settings to your Memory Card. After configuring your network ISP settings, it is suggested that you purchase the required Hunter's License before returning to the PSO Main Menu. Please see the section "Purchasing a Hunters License" (p.15) for more information. If your network ISP settings are already configured and you have purchased a Hunter's License, select the Return to the game link to return to the Title Screen. Select ONLINE GAME to create/select a character, and follow the instructions to connect online. 6 7 GAME MENU FLOW TO STARTING THE ONLINE GAME SELECT ONLINE GAME DURING THE TITLE SCREEN Snapshot FIRST TIME PLAY NETWORK SETUP SCREEN (P.10) PURCHASE HUNTER'S LICENSE (P.15) CHARACTER SELECT SCREEN (P.18) PURCHASE HUNTER'S LICENSE REMINDER SCREEN (P.19) ENTER SERIAL NUMBER/ACCESS KEY/PASSWORD (P.19) START ONLINE PLAY! HAVE PLAYED BEFORE (SAVE DATA EXISTS ON MEMORY CARD) GAME MENU Sound Balance Adjust the volume balance. Use 82 to select either BGM or SE (sound effects), and 4 6 to adjust the levels. Selects whether to use the Snapshot function. To use, a Memory Card with 15 blocks of free memory space must be inserted to Memory Card Slot B to create a Snapshot File. Afterwards, the snapshot taken during the game can be viewed by accessing this menu item. HOW TO TAKE A SNAPSHOT Press the l Button of the Controller connected to the Controller Socket 4 to display the finder. Use the following controls to take snapshots. a Button Take a snapshot of the screen inside the finder. x Button Take a snapshot in scale-down size. z Button Hold while taking a snapshot to make it monochrome. l Button + r Button Zoom the camera in (press the r Button)/ out (release the r Button). Control Stick Rotate camera. C Stick Move the finder. Note: You can only take one snapshot per Memory Card. If you attempt to take a snapshot with a Memory Card containing a snapshot file, you will be asked whether to overwrite. Network Option UDP Option Change the network settings, or purchase a Hunter's License. Set the UDP Option to Auto, UDP ON, or UDP OFF. Note: Unless you have difficulties connecting to the network or your ISP has advised you not to accept UDP packets, it is suggested that you DO NOT modify this setting. Select this option to setup or change your ISP configuration. In order to play PSO with other players online, you MUST first purchase a Hunter's License. To do so, select this option. Select this option to view your registered Serial Number, Access Key, and Password. If you have never entered this data, No Info will be displayed. Save the Options settings to the Memory Card, and return to the Game Menu Screen. OFFLINE GAME Play the game without connecting online. There are two modes available: SINGLE MODE (play by yourself) and MULTI MODE (play with up to 4 players). See p.33 for details. OPTIONS Change game settings. Use the + Control Pad 82 to select the menu item, and press the a Button to enter. Next, use the + Control Pad 82 to select the desired setting, and press the a Button to change. Press the b Button to return to the previous screen. Language Sound Modify the language setting of the PSO. Set the sound output to Stereo, Monaural, or Dolby Surround PRO LOGIC II. Provider Option Buy a HUNTERS LICENSE Serial Number/ Access Key/ Password Exit HOW TO ENJOY GAME WITH DOLBY SURROUND PRO LOGIC II Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. This game is presented in Dolby Surround Pro Logic II. Connect your game console to a sound system with Dolby Pro Logic II, and select "Dolby Surround Pro Logic II" in the Options Screen of the game to experience the excitement of surround sound. BGM TEST Listen to the BGM (background music) tracks used in PSO. Use the + Control Pad 82 to select music, and press the a Button to play, and press the b Button to stop. Press the b Button again to return to Options Menu. WEBSITE Select WEBSITE to purchase a Hunter's License, view/configure your existing PSO account, get help, or access the PSO Bulletin Board. If you have not previously configured your network ISP settings, you will be prompted to do so before connecting to the PSO Website. 8 9 NETWORK SETUP PREPARATION FOR CONNECTION In order to play PSO online (p.20), view PSO website, or purchase Hunter's License (p.15), you must first set up the network settings. Here is a step-by-step explanation for network setup. NETWORK SETUP CONTROLS Control Stick + Control Pad a Button NETWORK SETUP 2 CREATING THE SEGA NETWORK INFORMATION FILE MOVE CURSOR SELECT MENU ITEM ENTER SELECTION Menu items can be selected either by moving the cursor using the Control Stick over to the desired menu item, or by using the + Control Pad to highlight desired menu item. Press the a Button to enter selection. SOFTWARE KEYBOARD Network information is entered using the Software Keyboard. Move the cursor over the input field, and press the a Button to display the Software Keyboard. The Keyboard controls are different from the one used in the main game of PSO. For Software Keyboard used in the main game, please see p.6. Control Stick + Control Pad a Button b Button/DEL/BS x Button / z Button / START/PAUSE / END y Button/SPACE l/r Button You will next create a save file SEGA Network Information, which contains the network settings. This can be created when you select either ONLINE or WEBSITE for the first time from the Main Menu. Select the Memory Card Slot with the Memory Card that you wish to create the SEGA Network Information file in. Do not remove the Memory Card while creating the save file. From here on, the network settings will be overwritten on this file. A caution message will be displayed to notify such action. Select Yes and press the a Button. The remainder of the network setup deals with your ISP configuration. If you do not know your ISP settings, it is suggested that you consult your ISP or have a parent or guardian complete the rest of the network setup. For further information about the PSO Network, please read the sections "Cautions on Network Connection" on p.17 and "Terms of Agreement" on p.58. 3 NETWORK SETUP MENU MOVE CURSOR/SELECT LETTERS/CHARACTERS SELECT LETTERS/CHARACTERS ENTER SELECTED LETTER/CHARACTER DELETE A LETTER HIDE SOFTWARE KEYBOARD ENTER SPACE TOGGLE BETWEEN LETTERS & SYMBOLS CANCEL ENTRY When the Network Setup Menu is displayed, select Network Setup to proceed or select Return to the game to exit. The steps for the Network Setup vary according to your network environment. The game will automatically detect which device is connected (Modem Adapter or Broadband Adapter), and display the appropriate setup screen. Throughout the ISP network setup process, if there are any options you do not understand, move the cursor over the underlined word(s) and press the a Button to display more detailed information in the bottom window. 4 -A MODEM ADAPTER SETUP 1 The Select network information settings Screen will ESC 1 PREPARING YOUR NETWORK DEVICE Depending on your networking environment, attach either the Nintendo GameCubeTM Modem Adapter or the Nintendo GameCubeTM Broadband Adapter. Please read the Instruction Booklet of the respective device for instructions on how to attach. CAUTION Never remove the Nintendo GameCubeTM Modem Adapter or Nintendo GameCubeTM Broadband Adapter while your Nintendo GameCubeTM is turned on. be displayed. Move the cursor over the box with ISP name, and press the a Button to display the list of available ISP profiles (by default, Provider 1~3 will appear). If you have already configured any of the three provider profiles, the Profile name you chose will appear in the menu. To modify or create a new ISP profile, select one and choose Edit menu to advance to the next screen. 10 11 NETWORK SETUP 2 Next, the Edit ISP name Screen will be displayed. NETWORK SETUP 6 On the Browser settings Screen, you can enter a You have the option to change the name of this setting. It is recommended that you enter a name that is easily recognizable, such as the name of the ISP you are contracted with. When done, select Next to advance. 3 Next, the Modem settings Screen will be displayed. How to dial Select Tone or Pulse. Consult your phone carrier if you are not sure which type your phone line requires. Outside line Most phone lines do not require an outside line prefix to dial out. However, in some cases such as a company or dormitory phone line, an outside line prefix is necessary. If so, enter the number in the space provided. Line timeout While connected to the Internet, if the game does not receive a response (i.e. the controller has not been touched) for the amount of time specified in Line timeout field, the phone line will automatically be disconnected. By selecting Details, you can enter detailed modem settings (additional AT commands), but it is not required unless a particular situation requires it. When done, select Next to advance. Proxy server address and port number if you use one to connect to the Internet. If you are not sure, it is suggested that you leave both fields blank. When done, select Next to advance. The network settings for the Modem Adapter are now complete. Select Save to save new settings to the SEGA Network Information file. Select Cancel to start over. While saving, please do not remove the Memory Card. 4 -B BROADBAND ADAPTER SETUP 1 The Select network information settings Screen will be displayed. Move the cursor over the box with ISP name, and press the a Button to display the list of available ISP profiles (by default, Provider 4~5 will appear). The game will connect to the network using the ISP setting selected here. If you have already configured either of the two provider profiles, the Profile name you chose will appear in the menu. To modify or create a new ISP profile, select one and choose Edit menu to advance to the next screen. 2 Next, the Edit ISP name Screen will be displayed. From here on, read the network settings provided by your ISP, and enter where necessary. 4 Next, ISP settings 1 Screen will be displayed. Enter information provided by your ISP. Depending on the ISP, the User ID may also be called Login ID. If you do not enter Password here, you will be asked to enter each time you connect to the network. You must enter User ID and at least one Phone number. If these are not entered, you cannot advance to the next step. When done, select Next to advance. 5 On the ISP settings 2 Screen, you must select the You have the option to change the name of this setting. It is recommended that you enter a name that is easily recognizable, such as the name of the ISP you are contracted with. When done, select Next to advance. From here on, read the network settings provided by your ISP, and enter where necessary. 3 Next, Ethernet settings Screen will be displayed. Connection Settings Select from one of the following three settings. ·Automatically obtain an IP address (DHCP) Select this to automatically acquire an IP address from your broadband router or modem. Please see your router or modem documentation for details on configuring DHCP. This is the most common setting. ·Manually set an IP address If you have a static IP address from your ISP, please select this. Contact your ISP for details Automatic or Manual DNS server address setting. It is suggested that you choose Automatic unless you know how to configure your DNS settings manually. When done, select Next to advance. 12 13 NETWORK SETUP Connection Settings (Cont'd) ·Use PPPoE If you connect directly to an ADSL modem that requires authentication, select this. Contact your ISP for details. If you turn the Nintendo GameCube's power OFF or disconnect the ethernet cable while connected to PPPoE, you may not be able to reconnect to the network for a while. Line timeout (minutes) While connected to the Internet, if the game does not receive a response (i.e. the controller has not been touched) for the amount of time specified in Line timeout field, the phone line will automatically be disconnected.If you don't want your broadband adapter to automatically disconnect, select" Do not automatically disconnnect." After making your selection, select Next to advance. 4 Next, enter information according to the selected PURCHASING A HUNTER'S LICENSE/WEBSITE PURCHASING A HUNTER'S LICENSE In order to play PSO online, you must purchase a Hunter's License. Here is an explanation of how to do so from your Nintendo GameCube. 1 Once you have configured your network settings (p.10), select WEBSITE from the Main Menu. Alternatively, you may select Buy a HUNTERS LICENSE under the Options Menu (p.8). 2 Confirm which memory slot holds your network information file. Important: Do not remove the Memory Card at any time during this process. Doing so could corrupt your PSO files. 3 At the PSO Episode I & II website splash page, press the a Button to access the website. 4 Confirm (select Yes) to gain access to the network through your network access device (modem or broadband adapter). 5 From the Home Page, select Create Account and follow the steps to purchase your Hunter's License. You must be 18 years old or have a parent sign up for you in order to purchase a Hunter's License. Connection settings. IP address auto-settings Enter DNS server addresses and DHCP hostname. If neither is specified by your ISP, you do not need to enter. IP address manual-settings Enter values provided by your ISP. PHANTASY STAR ONLINE EPISODE I & II WEBSITE The Phantasy Star Online Episode I & II website also has the following sections: 1 Home Page Displays server status messages and notices of New Quest Downloads. 2 Edit Account Use this section to update your account information (including contact and billing info), restore a previously expired account, or view your transaction history. 3 Help Use this section to read Frequently Asked Questions, contact SEGA for more help or have your username and password sent to you. You may also access this website and all of its features, including the purchase of a Hunter's License, from a PC at: PPPoE settings Enter User ID and password necessary to connect to your ISP. IF DNS server address is not specified by your ISP, you do not need to enter anything. 5 Finally, the Browser settings Screen. Enter proxy server address and proxy port number. If there is no specification by your ISP, you do not need to enter anything. When done, select Next to advance (end). The network settings for the Broadband Adapter are now complete. Select Save to save new settings to the SEGA Network Information file. Select Cancel to start over. While saving, please do not remove the Memory Card. 5 http://www.sega.com/pso_gcn WARNING!!! After entering your Serial Number and Access Key for the first time, you will be prompted to create a password before connecting online. This password is tied directly to your Serial Number and Access Key and MUST be used any time you create a new PSO character. The password can be stored on your memory card so that you don't need to re-enter it every time you go online, but it's suggested that you write it down and store it in a safe place so that it can be retrieved later if necessary. If you choose to save the password to your memory card, it can be viewed along with your Serial Number/Access Key information by selecting "Options" from the PSO Main Menu. END OF SETUP After you have configured your network settings, you may proceed to Purchase a Hunter's License or Return to the game. 14 15 PURCHASING A HUNTER'S LICENSE/WEBSITE BROWSER CONTROLS Here is the explanation of browser controls for viewing PSO web pages. MENU BAR Press the y Button to display Menu Bar at the bottom of the screen.For more information, move the cursor over each icon and press the A Button to select the option. 2 1 4 1 ONLINE/OFFLINE DISPLAY 3 CAUTIONS ON NETWORK CONNECTION ABOUT THE CHARGES Upon playing the ONLINE GAME, apart from Hunter's License, there may be telephone charges for connecting to your ISP. Please check with your telephone company/ISP regarding any possible charges and to make sure you are using a local number. NETWORK BEHAVIOR Avoid a user name or a TEAM name that may be offensive to other users. When playing in the ONLINE GAME, you can set a user name or a TEAM name freely. However, it is possible that any user playing the ONLINE GAME may see them. Therefore, avoid creating a name that can be considered inappropriate. Do NOT make remarks that may hurt other users. Chat and Simple Mail are letter communication tools that enables user to enjoy talking with each other. It may be the case that some words may contain the spelling of words that could be considered offensive, and if so, the word(s) may be shown as symbols (ex. #$@). Make sure to be considerate of others when chatting online. Keep your personal information confidential. A great number of users may view your conversations in the ONLINE GAME. Keep your personal information such as an address or a phone number confidential. Also, do NOT make any statements that run contrary to public order and standards of decency, or that break the law WARNING! If you are entering personal information while using the Nintendo GameCubeTM Wireless Controller (WAVEBIRD), there is a possibility that information is being picked up by another WAVEBIRD receiver. It is strongly recommended that you do not play PSO with a WAVEBIRD. Do NOT reset a game or disconnect a line in the middle of a gameplay. The Visual Lobby and each game are common places for players to enjoy a gameplay in the ONLINE GAME. Keep in mind that games are played between you and other "actual" players, not computers. Also, do NOT disturb other users playing PSO by resetting a game or disconnecting a line without advance notice, as these actions may cause harm or inconvenience to others. We reserve the right to terminate your user account, in the case of repeated offenses to other users or gameplay with cheated (falsely modified) data during the ONLINE GAME. Indicates whether you are currently connected to the network (ONLINE) or not (OFFLINE). Move the cursor over the indicator, and press the a Button. When ONLINE is displayed, the game will disconnect from the network; when OFFLINE, the game will reconnect to the network. 2 ELAPSED TIME OF CONNECTION Indicates how long you have been connected to the network. 3 SECURITY Whenever you enter a page where the information being transmitted is protected, a locked icon will be displayed (the date/time setting needs to be correct). This browser supports Secure Socket Layer (SSL) Ver. 2 and Ver. 3. 4 MENU BAR ICONS Return to previous page in memory. Advance to the next page in memory. Stop loading a page. Restart loading a page. LINKS Return to the home (default) page. Jump to Network Setup Screen (p.10). Quit browser and return to the Main Menu. On any PSO webpage, any text that appears underlined or any graphic that changes color when highlighted will link to a specified page when selected by pressing the a Button. The browser built into PSO can only connect to web pages that pertain to the PSO online game. It is not possible to manually type in a URL and surf the internet as you would with a PC Browser. While using the built-in browser, do not remove the Memory Card that contains "SEGA Network Information" If removed, all controls will be terminated until the same Memory Card is re-inserted. NetFront by Access Co., Ltd. is adopted for the Internet Function of this product. NetFront is registered trademark of Access Co., Ltd. in Japan. This software uses "FontAvenue" fonts by NEC. "FontAvenue" is registered trademark of NEC. All brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. This software is based in part on the work of independent JPEG Group. © SEGA CORPORATION, 2002. 16 17 HOW TO START SELECT CHARACTER To play PSO, you must create a character. On one Memory Card, you can create up to four Characters. During the Character Select Screen, use the Control Stick/+ Control Pad to select the character to use, and press the a Button to enter. Press the b Button to return to the previous screen. CREATE A CHARACTER A character data with "NO DATA" display indicates that there is no Play Character saved onto that selection. When you select this, you will be asked whether to create a new Play Character. Select YES, and after a brief movie sequence of prologue, the game moves onto character creation. Select NO to cancel. SELECT PLAY CHARACTER A character data containing created character displays the character's name and his/her character level (LV). Select it, and a menu will be displayed, asking what to do with it. Confirm Cancel Recreate Play the game with selected character. Cancel selection. Delete the selected character and create anew. AUTO OK HAIR HOW TO START Select a hair (or hat) style. You can change the color of hair by adjusting the amount of red, green, and blue (R, G, B). Select a head type (Androids only). Select a body color (Androids only). Select an outfit color. Select a skin color. Use 82 to adjust the height, and 4 6 to adjust the body size. Input a name for your character. Press the a Button to display the software keyboard (p.6). Note that you cannot select OK to proceed without inputting a name. Press the a Button to automatically create a character at random. Press again to create a different one. When done, select this to register created character. HEAD BODY COSTUME SKIN COLOR PROPORTION CHARACTER NAME PURCHASE HUNTER'S LICENSE REMINDER SCREEN When you select the Character, the Purchase Hunter's License Reminder Screen will be displayed. If you have already purchased a Hunter's License, select Agree to continue. Select Disagree to return to the Title Screen. HOW TO CREATE A CHARACTER SELECT A CHARACTER TYPE Before you create a character, select a profession (3 available), then select the character type (4 available from each profession). Read the detailed description of each character type (displayed at lower right side of the screen) to select the type you wish to use. CREATE A CHARACTER You create your original character by customizing his/her appearance. Select the Modification Items (the selections vary according to the character type selected), and modify as you desire. During the character creation, you can rotate the view of the character with the l/r Button. Once you select OK, your character will be assigned one of the 10 available SECTION ID's. Press the a Button to continue (at this point, it is not possible to cancel). ENTERING SERIAL NUMBER, ACCESS KEY & PASSWORD The first time you play the ONLINE GAME, you must input the Serial Number, Access Key, and Password. Enter the Serial Number and Access Key printed on the label correctly. For Password, enter your choice of alphanumeric characters, up to 8 characters long. It is important to remember your password. We strongly recommend saving your password. If you choose not to, be sure to write it down. There is a space provided on the Contents Page (p.3). After inputting all necessary information, a Confirmation Screen will be displayed. Verify the Serial Number/Access Key, and proceed. Next, the game will ask whether to save the Password onto the Memory Card. Select Yes to save. Select No, and the game will ask you to enter Password each time you play the ONLINE GAME. After transmitting the registered contents to the server, if the certification is completed successfully, they will be saved onto the System File. From then on, you do not need to reenter the Serial Number, Access Key, and Password (if saved). Note also that you cannot change the Password, once it is registered to the data file. The password can consist of numerals (0~9), upper case letters (A~Z) and lower case letters (a~z), case sensitive. When entering, make sure to read and enter correctly. SECTION ID FACE Select a facial type. 18 19 PLAYING THE ONLINE GAME When you select ONLINE GAME to connect to the network and are successfully authenticated, a Notice Window will be displayed, followed by the SHIP Select Screen. This is the gateway to the world of PSO. IMPORTANT If you open the Disc Cover or remove the Memory Card during Online play, the game will be disconnected from the network. PLAYING THE ONLINE GAME INFORMATION COUNTER Go to the Information Counter to organize a team (join existing team or create one) or to change the SHIP/BLOCK. Talk to the counter, and make your selection. ORGANIZE TEAM You need to belong to a team in order to investigate the planet of Ragol. To do so you can either join an existing team or create one of your own. After selecting Organize TEAM at the Information Counter, select what to do. JOIN A TEAM Select this to display list of the teams available in the BLOCK you are currently in. Select and enter a team to join in, and you will be transported to the city in the field where that team is currently playing. A lock mark will appear next to teams that require a password to join. If you do not know the password, you will not be able to join that team. While making selection of the team to join, press the x Button to view the team's information. CREATE A TEAM Select this to create your own team and become its leader. A maximum of 4 players can join your team. Once 3 other players have joined, the team will become automatically locked. Provided that any one member is still connected online, that team will remain available for play. However, if all members of a team return to the visual lobby or disconnect from the network, that team will disappear. STEPS TO CREATE A TEAM First, select either EPISODE 1 or EPISODE 2. If you are playing Challenge Mode, it is recommended that you select this from EPISODE 1. Next, input the necessary information for the team (shown below). Select Registration, and you will be transported to the city. Team Name Input a name for your team. Password Set a password to limit access to your team. Leave it blank if you wish to make your team open to anyone. Play Mode Select a mode to play in: Normal, Challenge (p.31), or Battle (p.28). In Challenge/Battle Mode, if you leave the game, you will not be able to re-enter. Difficulty Set a difficulty level of Normal, Hard, Very Hard or Ultimate. Note that, depending of the level (LV) of the team leader, it is possible that difficulty settings can not be selected. Also, there are not any difficulty settings for CHALLENGE mode. BASIC MENU CONTROLS Control Stick/+ Control Pad/C Stick a Button b Button x Button SELECT MENU ITEM ENTER SELECTION CANCEL (WHERE APPLICABLE) VIEW INFO (WHERE APPLICABLE) With some menus, only the + Control Pad and C Stick are used for menu selection, as the Control Stick is also used to move the character. Where there are different button functions, it will be explained separately. SHIP & BLOCK SELECTION In order to go on a quest, you must first select the SHIP, then the BLOCK to join. Select Ship Select to proceed. For Download, please see p.27. IMPORTANT During the SHIP/BLOCK selection, you will not be able to join if the number of players currently joined has already reached the maximum capacity. Try looking for the SHIP/BLOCK with vacant spaces or try again later on. Select the SHIP, then the BLOCK to join in. In each menu, press the x Button to view the information (number of players/teams currently present) of the selected SHIP/BLOCK. When selected, you will be transported to the Visual Lobby of the selected SHIP/BLOCK. VISUAL LOBBY Once inside the visual lobby you can move around and chat with other users within the same block in real time. Press the r Button to change the display above your character from Character NameName & LVBattle RecordChallenge Mode TitleNo Display. 20 21 PLAYING THE ONLINE GAME TRANSPORT After being transported to the Visual Lobby, if you wish to move to a different SHIP or BLOCK, select TRANSPORT at the Information Counter. If you wish to move from lobby to lobby, use the Teleporter in each lobby. In each case, select the destination to transport yourself. With teleporter, you merely step into it to display the list of destinations, and step off of it to cancel. BALLOON CHAT PLAYING THE ONLINE GAME Type in a message, using the Software Keyboard, to communicate with balloons appearing over each character's head. SYMBOL CHAT Communicate using a simple picture to express a feeling or action. From a list of registered Symbol Chat data, select one to display it. For more, see p.46. WARNING: We reserve the right to terminate your user account for the use of inappropriate symbols while online. WORD SELECT Communicate by constructing simple sentences from a number of pre-selected phrases. This system is with 5 languages (English, French, German, Spanish and Japanese), so all messages created and sent will be automatically translated into the language setting designated by each player. HOW TO USE WORD SELECT TRANSPORT CHANGE MARKER TELEPORTER If you are in lobby 14 or 15, you have additional option to set a triangular marker above your character. Select Change marker, then select from four available colors (or None). Once you leave the lobby, the marker will disappear. CHATTING IN THE VISUAL LOBBY The Visual Lobby is where you can interact with other players of PSO. You can chat with anyone who is in the same visual lobby. When playing the game or while on quests you will only be able to chat with those players on your team. The messages will be displayed inside balloons. You can also send Simple Mail to other players. Message Under Construction Form/Phrase Selection Menu Send/Return/EXIT CHATTING CONTROLS & METHODS + Control Pad a Button b Button x Button y Button l/r Button SELECT MENU ITEM ENTER SELECTION RETURN TO PREVIOUS (CANCEL) CHANGE CHATTING METHOD ENTER/EXIT CHAT MODE (DISPLAY SOFTWARE KEYBOARD) SCROLL THE LIST (WORD SELECT) 1 With the Software Keyboard displayed, press the x Button to toggle to the Word Select menu. 2 Select a "Form." 3 Press the l/r Buttons to scroll the list (if any), and select a phrase. Depending on the form, selection may continue. 4 Select a target and the constructed message will be displayed. Use the + Control Pad 6 to move between selection menus. Select Send during To chat, first press the y Button (by default, the Software Keyboard may be displayed). Next, press the x Button to change the chatting method. message construction to display the message (or partial message) without designating a target. Select Return or press the b Button to return to the previous menu. Select EXIT or press the y Button to close the Word Select menu. NOTE: Regardless of the language setting at the receiving end, the messages created in modes other than Word Select will not be translated. 22 23 PLAYING THE ONLINE GAME LOBBY ACTION Inside the Visual Lobby, by pressing either a or b Button while holding down the x Button, you can have two different sitting actions on the Photon Chair. Press the b Button to stand up. MONEY (MESETA) PLAYING THE ONLINE GAME Used to purchase goods (weapons, tools, armor, etc.) and services (HP/TP recovery) in the city, money can be obtained during gameplay by picking up the yellow container or as reward money for quests. If you do not wish to carry it around, you can deposit your money at the Check Room (p.26) where it can be accessed at any GO GO BALL Inside the Visual Lobbies 14 and 15, you can enjoy Go Go Ball. When a ball appears, kick it towards the goal. There are no rules to the game. You play by your own rules. MEDICAL CENTER Visit here whenever you need to restore your HP (Health Points)/TP (Technique Points) levels or cure any abnormalities in your status. THE CITY The city in PSO is a safe haven with shops where you can buy or sell items, a medical center where you can revive your HP/TP and the Hunter's Guild where you can sign up for quests to earn rewards. In front of each staff person, press the a Button to display a menu. Follow the on-screen messages for your selections. To cancel and close the menu, press the b Button. TEKKER BOOTH If you find an item labeled "???" while playing PSO, bring it here to have the item appraised. Approach the counter and select the item. The fee you must pay to have the item identified will appear. Select Yes to continue or No to cancel. If you agree to appraise the item, you will then be asked whether you choose to agree with the resulting judgement. Select Yes or No accordingly. Note that if you select No, the item will return to an unidentified state and your Meseta will not be refunded. THE CITY SHOPS In the city shops you can buy or sell weapons, armor, technique disks and various tool items. Approach the counter, press the a Button to display the current amount of money (Meseta) you have and the "Buy/Sell" menu. Select Buy or Sell, then select the item to buy/sell. Depending on profession the weapons and armors that can be equipped differ. These can be identified by the color. White Gray Green X . . . . . . . Item can be equipped. . . . . . . . Item cannot be equipped at current experience level. . . . . . . . A speciality item with slot usage, Photon efficiency, etc. . . . . . . . Item with this mark can NEVER be equipped (or used). THE PRINCIPAL (EPISODE 1)/THE LAB (EPISODE 2) These are the first places you will visit when you start your adventure with the respective episodes of the Offline Game. They will help you find out the details of your mission. THE PRINCIPAL THE LAB 24 25 PLAYING THE ONLINE GAME CHECK ROOM Deposit items or money here to be held for you. Approach the counter and press the a Button to display the "Deposit/Take" menu. DEPOSIT Select either Meseta or Item to deposit. If you select Meseta, the amount you currently have will be displayed. Select the amount you wish to deposit, and enter. If you select "Item," all the items you have will be displayed. Select an item to deposit, and select Yes or No from the displayed menu. CAUTION It is strongly recommended that you deposit Meseta and items periodically, such as after a quest or before you quit the game. TAKE Select either Meseta or Item to withdraw. Then select the amount of money or items you wish to withdraw. PLAYING THE ONLINE GAME HUNTER'S GUILD The hunter's Guild is a place where you can undertake quest missions for rewards. You can also use this place to begin Battle and Challenge Modes. The reward amount differs depending on the content of the mission. It is possible to quit a quest mid-mission, but if you do you will be unable to claim the reward offered. UNDERTAKING A QUEST Approach the counter and speak to the representative. A list of available quests will be displayed. Select a quest. You will then meet with the client who has commissioned the quest and find out further details about your mission. UNDERTAKING A QUEST IN ONLINE GAME You cannot undertake a quest unless all members of your team are present at the counter. The team leader is responsible for quest selection. UNDERTAKING A QUEST IN OFFLINE GAME As soon as you select the desired quest, a scene where you meet your client will be played. Listen to him/her, and begin your quest. Note: In order to select Download Quest, it is necessary to first connect to the network and download a file. ENJOY NEW QUESTS FROM DOWNLOAD During the SHIP Select Screen, select DOWNLOAD to download new quests from the network. When the download screen is displayed, select the download item. Next, a list of available files from the selected item will be displayed. Select the file to download. Finally, select the Memory Card to save to, and the downloading will begin. QUEST REWARDS If you complete a quest successfully, you will be eligible to claim a reward. To do so, return to the Hunter's Guild and speak to the representative there. Online Mode or Offline Mode, you are paid reward according to the quest. The amount paid does not change according to the number of players in the Online Game. MAIN TRANSPORTER This is the main transporter used to travel back and forth between the planet Ragol and the City. Position your character in the center of the transporter and a menu listing possible destinations will appear. Select the destination and press the a Button to be transported there. To cancel, move your character off of the transporter. OTHER TRANSPORTER TYPES There are different types of transporters located throughout the game, such as WARP transporters used to move around in the same area, large boss transporters that will move you and your team to a boss's lair, etc. To use each type, position your character inside and press the a Button. With boss transporters, you will be asked to select which team members to transport. WARP BOSS TRANSPORTER To fight against the boss as a team, all team members must use the boss transporter together. Unlike other transporters, if one or more players on your team has already used it to travel to the boss lair, it will be unavailable for use until those players return. 26 27 BATTLE MODE In Battle Mode, you can set a trap or attack other players. Players battle one another by the rules set by the leader. This mode can be played in either Online or Offline Game, but you cannot join in a game already in progress. BATTLE MODE BATTLE MODE DISPLAY ! STATUS SUMMARY @ OPPONENT'S ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( HOW TO PLAY SELECT BATTLE MODE When you create a team in the Visual Lobby, select BATTLE for Mode. Enter necessary information and register. You will then be transported to the Hunter's Guild in the City. The player who created the team becomes the leader. For steps on creating a team, see p.21. CURRENT HP/LV & PLAYER COLOR # PLAYER CONDITION (p.51) $ TIME LIMIT % CURRENT GAME MODE ^ RADAR MAP GATHER TEAM MEMBERS Battle Mode cannot be played alone. There must be 2 or more team members in order to play. Also, all team members must participate. When all team members gather in front of the counter at the Hunter's Guild, have the team leader talk to the representative of the Hunter's Guild. SET RULES AT GUILD COUNTER The team leader is responsible for setting the rules. Select the battle from the displayed list. The rules for the selected battle will be displayed. Select YES to be transported to the battlefield. Displays positions and directions of opponent players. `s indicate the players (in each color), and 's indicate the enemies. & COMPASS * WHEN ONE OF THE PARTICIPANT'S HP DROPS TO 0: CURRENT TOTAL POINTS ( ACTION MENU For detailed contents of Status Summary and Action Menu, see p.40. SETTING A TRAP During the battle, the player can set a trap in the battlefield. You are given fixed number of traps (the number varies according to the selected rule) at the beginning of the battle. Also, you cannot pick up traps or hand them to other players. HOW TRAPS WORK A few moments after the trap is set, it will come to function. When one of the player enters the area, it explodes, damaging or giving adverse effects to all players nearby. When a trap explodes, if there are other traps nearby, they will be induced to explode. HOW TO SET A TRAP Switch to the Main Menu, and select a trap from the Item List, and Set to set the trap where you are standing. You can also set the trap from the Short Cut Window (p.38). TRAP TYPES & EFFECTS Damage Trap . . . . Gives a certain amount of damage. Slow Trap . . . . . . . . Slows down the movement of player(s) for a certain amount of time. Freeze Trap . . . . . . Freezes player(s) for a certain amount of time. Confuse Trap . . . . . Causes the player to walk in randomly different directions from the Control Stick entered for a certain amount of time. START THE BATTLE The rules set by the team leader will be displayed, and each player will be positioned at one of four starting locations. And the battle begins. BASIC RULES The players compete for the number of opponents defeated and the number of times defeated within the time limit. Basically, all contestants are enemies. But be warned the player can heal opponents as well. There are also Team Battles. Depending on selected rules, weapons, items, equipment, MAGs, and techniques may not be used. The player falls when his HP drops to 0. Within the time limit, the fallen player will restart from his/her starting location. The game is over when the time expires, and the result will be displayed. Other detailed rules differ according to the rule selected by the leader. 28 29 BATTLE MODE SONAR As with traps, a fixed amount of sonars are given at the beginning of the battle. When used, it will notify the distance of the closest opponent by the length of the sound interval. As you approach your opponent, the sound interval becomes shorter. CHALLENGE MODE In Challenge Mode, you begin the game with predetermined status, and venture deeper into the area. Unlike other modes, there aren't any difficulty settings. It can be played in both Online and Offline Games. However, you cannot join in an adventure already in progress or play alone by yourself. HOW TO PLAY SELECT CHALLENGE MODE When you create a team in the Visual Lobby, select CHALLENGE for Mode. Enter necessary information and register. You will then be transported to the Hunter's Guild in the City. The player who created the team becomes the leader. For steps on creating a team, see p.21. POWER UP The player being defeated will be powered up a certain number of levels on his/her restart, making him/her a little advantageous. The number of level varies according to the rules. RESULT When the time reaches 00'00, the duel is over. A Result Window will be displayed. Press the b Button to close the Result Window. Press the x Button to verify the result again. SELECT THE STAGE TO PLAY Talk to the representative at Hunter's Guild to select the stage to play. The available stages will be based on the player with least number of cleared stages. Select the stage to play in, and the team members will be transported to the starting location of the selected stage. IMPORTANT IN CHALLENGE MODE, THE DATA OF THE MAIN GAME IN YOUR SAVE FILE WILL NOT BE REFLECTED. CHATTING AFTER THE BATTLE After closing the Result Window, until team leader selects in the Retry Window (below), the team members can chat or move around. Use this occasion to discuss whether to play again with/without rule changes. For more on chatting, see p.22. RETRY WINDOW (TEAM LEADER ONLY) After closing the Result Window, press the a Button to open the Retry Window. Select and enter Yes/No/Lobby. Only the team leader can make the selection. Yes . . . . . . . Retry with same rules. No . . . . . . . Close the Retry Window Lobby . . . . All team members to return to the Visual Lobby. BEGIN YOUR CHALLENGE! As soon as the whole team is transported to the starting location of the selected stage, the Challenge Mode begins. Cooperate with one another, and clear as many areas as you can. BASIC RULES When you start, all your status will be reset to his/her default value. You cannot return to the City unless the selected stage is cleared. Usage of Telepipe or Ryuker technique is not possible. Usage of Reverser technique, Moon Atomizer, or Mag to revive fallen teammate is not possible. The effect of Scape Doll, however, is possible. The mode is over when HP of one of the participating member drops to zero. The whole team will be sent back to the Hunter's Guild. ABOUT DATA TO BE SAVED The Battle Mode data that will be saved are Win/Loss Result data (displayed in the Result Window) and the number of times the line has been cut off. Please note that any change in player's parameters as well as the items picked up after the Battle Mode Rules are given will not be saved. EXPLORING RAGOL IN THE BATTLE MODE In Battle Mode, apart from dueling, you can explore Ragol as if you are playing the Normal Mode. Saves can be performed regularly. One difference is that your attacks can harm your team members. It is necessary to keep the fellow members' locations and conditions in mind, so you can enjoy adventures with a higher degree of difficulty. 30 31 CHALLENGE MODE CHALLENGE MODE DISPLAY # ! @ $ PLAYING THE OFFLINE GAME Offline Game is a mode in which you can enjoy the adventure without having to connect to the network. GAME MODE SELECT Select the mode to play in, SINGLE MODE or MULTI MODE. SINGLE MODE ! STATUS SUMMARY @ TEAM MEMBER'S CURRENT HP/LV, PLAYER COLOR # ELAPSED TIME $ CURRENT AREA/WHOLE AREA In Offline Mode, apart from the Main Story you play along, you can enjoy various quests which you undertake at the Hunter's Guild, just as in Online Game. Basically you play by yourself, but some quests may contain scenarios where a non-player character (NPC) may join you. Build your character's experience and make his/her debut online. SELECT PLAY CHARACTER Select the character to use. See p.18 for details on how to select. CLEARING THE STAGE If you explore all the areas of the selected stage, you clear the stage. You can retry any stages you have cleared before. If you clear all the stages, you are awarded a prize. It will be saved on to your character file. IMPORTANT When you receive your prize, please leave a space on items in possession (permanent data). If you already carry the maximum (30), you will not be able to receive your prize. SELECT EPISODE Select the episode to play, EPISODE 1 or EPISODE 2. FAILING IN YOUR CHALLENGE Whenever the HP of one of the participating members drops to zero, the whole team fails the Challenge, and all members will be sent back to the City. The location where the team reached will be saved onto your game file. When you retry the Challenge Mode, a Grave-Post will be established on that point. When you approach it, the information of the fallen player will be displayed. GAME DIFFICULTY The first time you play PSO with the selected character, the NORMAL level is automatically selected. After you clear the game at this level, this screen will appear the next time you play with the same character. Select either NORMAL or HARD. Likewise, clear the game in HARD to earn the right to attempt VERY HARD, and finally -- ULTIMATE. MULTI MODE Multi Mode is an Offline Game played with 2 to 4 players simultaneously. Apart from the Main Story, you can enjoy Battle Mode, and Challenge Mode. VERIFYING YOUR TITLE You can verify the title you earned in the Challenge Mode of the Online Game in the Status Window. 32 33 PLAYING THE OFFLINE GAME SELECT PLAY CHARACTER Select the character to be used, in order from the Player 1. The selected character will be indicated as "PLAYER O(number)." When all participating players selected his/her character, press the START/PAUSE to advance. SELECTING FROM MAIN CHARACTER DATA From Main Character Data, select either the available character or the blank data (NO DATA). When you select NO DATA, you will create a character from scratch. For the direction on character creation, please see p.18. SELECTING FROM TEMPORARY CHARACTERS Select a character from TEMP CHARACTERS data. IMPORTANT In Multi Mode, you can use the characters saved onto the Memory Card other than the main one (inserted into Memory Card Slot A). However, to use the characters from other Memory Cards, you must first move (transfer) the character data to your main Memory Card. The character data transferred will be called Temporary Characters data. Note that the original character data which has been transferred as Temporary Characters data cannot be used as Main Character data until the data have been returned. Memory Card Slot A Main Character Temp Character PLAYING THE OFFLINE GAME SELECT "NO DATA" TO TRANSFER CHARACTER DATA Select NO DATA from Temporary Character data, and a list of characters from the PSO Save File stored onto the Memory Card inserted into Memory Card Slot B. Select a character, and you will be asked whether to move (transfer) the character. Select YES to transfer, and it will be selected as your play character. Select NO to cancel. VERIFY CHARACTER The play characters selected by participating players will be displayed. If confirmed, press the a Button (all players) to advance. Press the b Button to cancel and select different character. GAME OPTION Next, set the Game Option. Select the Game Option Item, and change settings. When done, select GAME START to start the game. GAME DIFFICULTY Move Main Character Data. Memory Card Slot B Main Character GAME MODE EPISODE START GAME Select the game difficulty level. The available selections vary according to the character levels of participating characters. Select the game mode to play in: Normal, Battle, or Challenge. Select the story to play in: EPISODE 1 or EPISODE 2. Start the game. Return Temp Character Data to its original Game File. If you delete the Temporary Character data, you will not be able to return it to its original Memory Card. Also, if you cancel the "transferred" status on the original Memory Card, all items possessed by that character will be lost. Please be cautious. SELECTING TRANSFERRED CHARACTER Select the character transferred to the Temporary Character data, a menu window with a list of what to do with the selected character will appear. Play with this. . . . . Select as your play character. Return to Slot B . . . Return selected character data to its original Memory Card (inserted to Memory Card Slot B). It will be deleted from the Temporary Character data. Delete . . . . . . . . . . . Delete the selected Temporary Character data. Cancel . . . . . . . . . . . Cancel selection. MULTI MODE DISPLAY Player 1 Display AREA MAP (y BUTTON TO SHOW/HIDE) Player 3 Display Player 4 Display Player 2 Display The screen will be split into the number of participating players (above is for four-players). The basic display setup and status are same as those of the Online Game. Please see p.40 for the basics on how to view display. Each player's status can be viewed by selecting Status from the Main Menu. 34 35 PLAYING THE OFFLINE GAME BASIC RULES Some functions, such as chatting, cannot be utilized. The Transporter (p.26) transports when all players are aboard. Whenever one of the players is fallen and asked whether to return to Pioneer 2, if he/she selects YES, all players will be transported back to the City. While playing either Battle or Challenge Mode, you will not be able to deposit/take meseta or items. Instead, you have an option to Delete item(s). QUITTING THE GAME When you select Quit Game from the Main Menu, you will be confirmed your action. Select YES, the characters' status will be saved, and returns to Game Option/Change Character Screen. Select NO to cancel. CHANGE GAME MODE/CHARACTER & PLAY AGAIN Apart from simply quitting the game, if you decide to change the game mode or the play character during the middle of normal adventure, you can reconfigure from here. CONTROLS DURING THE GAME Play in the main story or quests either Online or Offline is controlled with your Action Menu which you will need to customize before heading into battle. Note that the controls cannot be used in the City or Visual Lobby. CONTROLS IN THE FIELD MOVE AROUND Use the Control Stick to move around. If there are any enemies nearby, your character will walk slowly and with his/her weapon drawn. If the camera view becomes off center when walking and turning around, simply press the l Button to return the camera to the default view facing forwards from behind the camera. ATTACKS There are three basic forms of attack: Attack, Heavy Attack, and Extra Attack. Assign them to each button via Action Menu (Customize, p.45). If you can time three attacks just right you can achieve a successive chain attacks that is overall slightly faster and more accurate than executing each attack separately. This can be especially effective when attacking enemies that are hard to hit, because the third hit is more likely to find its mark. Also, when attacking, the cursor will be set to the closest target in the direction you are facing. CHANGE GAME MODE . . . Switches to Game Option Screen (p.35). CHANGE CHARACTERS . . . Switches to Select Character Screen (p.34). QUIT GAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . If a character from Temporary Character data is used, the game advances to the Save Character Data Screen (see below). If not, the game returns to the Title Screen. RETURNING CHARACTER DATA TO ITS ORIGINAL MEMORY CARD If a character from Temporary Character data is used, Save Character Data Screen will be displayed. Here you can return the Temporary Character Data to its original Memory Card (inserted to Memory Card Slot B). The control will be done by Player 1. You will be asked whether to do so or not. Select YES, and the Temporary Character Data will be returned to its original Memory Card. The character, now back on its original Memory Card, can be used again as one of main characters. Attack when the cursor appears! GRAY RED b Button GREEN a Button The colors of the controller buttons correspond to the colors of the bands that surround each of the three Action Menu spaces. x Button CHAT (ONLINE) It is possible to chat with your team members during gameplay. There are various methods, such as inputting messages using Software Keyboard, or by combining pre-selected phrases (Word Select, p.23). 36 37