Tenchu 2
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Developed_By:
Acquire Corp.
Published_By:
Activision
Released On:
01 Jan 2000
Tenchu 2 is a prequel to Tenchu , telling a tale of events prior to those of the previous game. Once again, you can play as Ayame or Rikimaru, two faithful and honorable ninja whose lord is a gentle man in an age of warfare. With your training nearly complete, you find yourself caught up in aiding your lord against a civil war in his own domain. All is not what it seems, however, and you'll soon realize that your greatest threat has been forged much like you.
The gameplay is similar to its predecessor, Tenchu 2 , being a 3D third person stealth action game. You are not only rewarded for stealth, but also for efficiency of movement this time. This extra feature increases the difficulty of achieving the better items, as you not only have to be quiet, but be direct and near perfect in your steps.
The story mode takes a different path this time around, with the stories of the two ninja (and the hidden third character) diverging greatly at times. Additionally, cutscenes using both the game engine and CGI provide more insight into the story as you progress. In addition to the story mode, there is a mission editor, which allows you to create maps and missions to hone your skills and share.
EAN-13:
4544626001028 (Japan)
Sony PN:
SLPS-03040 (Japan)
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Number of Players Supported:
1 Player
Input Device Features Supported:
Vibration
Controller Types Supported:
Analog Controller
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a stealth action game where players assume the role of one of three ninja, Rikimaru, Ayame, or a third unnamed character, to protect their lord and prevent a civil war in feudal Japan. Players will utilize their ninja skills to combat a sinister force threatening to destabilize the region.
Story
Prologue
The old regime has fallen, and civil war now threatens to tear Japan apart. Regional warlords, blind with ambition, wage bloody campaigns for territory in the hope of one day hoisting their flag over the imperial city.
Only Lord Gohda Matsunoshin places the welfare of his subjects over his own ambitions, and forsakes the brutal power struggle. His just and compassionate rule earns him the love and respect of his people and the hatred of his rivals.
For generations uncounted, the House of Gohda has called upon the Azuma Ninja in times of need. In his darkest hour, Gohda Matsunoshin again requests the help of the mysterious shadow warriors. When three young ninja step forward to save the House of Gohda, they find themselves in a fierce battle with a sinister force that threatens to change the course of history.
Rikimaru
Diligent and unassuming, Rikimaru has worked steadily since childhood to become a skilled shadow warrior. As a ninja, his self-confidence and sense of destiny is unshakeable. He would lay down his life for his lord without a moment's doubt.
Ayame
Ayame is the youngest of the Azuma Ninja. Ignoring the ancient traditions of female ninja, Ayame has developed a unique style of fighting that perfectly matches her wild, rebellious personality.
How to Play
SETUP
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Set up your PlayStation® game console according to the instruction manual.
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Make sure the power is off before inserting or removing a compact disc.
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Insert the Tenchu 2™ disc and close the disc cover.
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Insert game Controller and MEMORY CARD and turn on the PlayStation game console.
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Follow the on-screen instructions to start a game.
PlayStation Console Components
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RESET BUTTON
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POWER INDICATOR
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POWER BUTTON
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CONTROLLER PORT
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SONY
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OPEN BUTTON
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DISC COVER
STORY MODE
Choosing a Mission
If you select Start from the title screen, you will go to the Mission screen. Your first task as a ninja is to select a character and a mission to begin playing the Story Mode.
Character Selection
Use the directional buttons to select the character you want to play. The third character, Tatsumaru, will not be available until after you have successfully completed all of Rikimaru and Ayame's missions.
Mission Selection
Use the directional buttons to choose a mission. If you have been saving game data to a MEMORY CARD, you will be able to choose from among the missions you have already completed. When you first start playing, you will only be able to choose the training mission for either Rikimaru or Ayame.
Post-Mission Evaluation
Each time you successfully complete a mission, you will be presented with the Results screen which totals up your performance for the mission. Earning a high score is important, because it determines what kind and how many ninja items will be available for your next mission.
Scoring
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Stealth Kills: 20 points each.
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Normal Kills: 5 points each.
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Spotted: 300 bonus points for not being spotted. Minus 30 points from this bonus each time you are spotted.
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Noncombatants: Minus 150 points each time you murder an innocent bystander.
Saving Your Progress
You can save your progress in the Story Mode to a MEMORY CARD in MEMORY CARD slot 1. Only one Tenchu 2 Story Mode game can be saved on a single MEMORY CARD.
Games can be saved at the end of each mission by turning on the autosave feature (default is on), or by selecting Quit on the Results or Game Over screens, and then selecting SAVE on the MEMORY CARD sub-menu of the Options menu.
MISSION EDITOR
Note: Activision Customer Support cannot troubleshoot user-made editor missions.
Getting Started
You will be presented with two choices:
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Run Mission: Select this item if you want to play one of the ready-to-play Mission Editor missions (default missions), or a custom mission located on a MEMORY CARD.
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Edit Mission: Select this item if you want to create a new mission or edit an existing one.
Running Custom Missions
Selecting a Custom Mission
When you select Run Mission from the Mission Editor title screen, you are taken to the Custom Missions screen. Here, you will select either a default mission from the Tenchu 2 CD-ROM, or a custom mission from a MEMORY CARD.
Selection Cursor
Use the R1 and L1 buttons to move the selection cursor.
Mission Name
The names of the missions available on the currently highlighted source (CD-ROM, MEMORY CARD 1, MEMORY CARD 2) are displayed in this area. More default missions will become available as you progress through Story mode. Use the directional buttons to select the mission you want to play, then press the X button.
Mission Briefing
This screen outlines the conditions for completing the mission. You will also hear Shiunsai give you your orders. Use the directional buttons to choose the character you want to play. The characters available to use will depend on the mission settings and how far you have gone in Story Mode.
Post-Mission Evaluation
The Mission Editor ranks performances by the total amount of time taken to complete the mission. Move fast and collect time bonuses to earn a high score.
Top Scores
If your time places you in the top three for that mission, you'll be asked to enter your name (eight characters maximum).
Code Earned
This is all the elements of your score combined and translated into code.
Editing Missions
Managing Mission Data
From here, you can create new missions or edit previously created ones. Use the R1 and L1 buttons to select the source of the mission, and the ↑ and ↓ directional buttons to select a mission name (where applicable).
Create New Mission (Blank Page Icon)
Select this option if you want to create an all-new mission. This will take you to the Mission Settings screen.
Manage MEMORY CARD Data (MEMORY CARD Icons)
Highlighting either of the MEMORY CARD icons will let you manage any custom mission data stored on a MEMORY CARD. Select a mission name and hit the X button to bring up the MEMORY CARD pop-up menu.
MISSION SETTINGS
The first step in creating a new mission is to set the mission parameters on the Mission Settings screen.
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Title: Maximum 32 characters.
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Creator: Maximum 16 characters.
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Password (Not Required): If you don't want someone else editing your mission, enter a password here.
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Location: When you first start playing Tenchu 2, the only location you will be able to select is the Dojo. As you advance in Story mode, you will be awarded more selections.
Objective
Each mission has a specific objective
Controls
Directional Buttons
Advance
SELECT
Select Item
START
Map Start/Pause Game
X button
Select Item
Square button
Stealth
Triangle button
Attack
Circle button
Use item
L1 button
Defend
R1 button
Jump
R1 button + O button
Drag Dead Body (while weapon is sheathed)
Hold down O button
Sheathe Sword
Double-tap O button
Sheathe Sword
Press and hold START button while holding down SELECT button
Soft Reset
L1 + directional buttons
Adjusts camera angle
L1 + Square buttons
Zoom in (three presets)
L1 + O buttons
Zoom out (three presets)
L1 + Triangle buttons
Switch to wireframe view / eliminate building structures from view / reset
L1 + X buttons
Reset viewpoint to original horizontal settings
Square button (or X button)
Decrease terrain elevation
O button
Increase terrain elevation
R1 + O buttons
Rotate object 90 degrees to the right
R1 + Square buttons
Rotate object 90 degrees to the left
Enemies & Characters
TATSUMARU
The senior pupil of Azuma Shiunsai, Tatsumaru has trained together with Rikimaru and Ayame for years. He has been raised since childhood to someday succeed Azuma Shiunsai as the leader of the Azuma Ninja.
AZUMA SHIUNSAI
Shiunsai adopted Rikimaru, Ayame, and Tatsumaru as infants and raised them to be Azuma Ninja. Although he has slowed down some in his old age, Shiunsai is still a very deadly swordsman.
GOHDA MATSUNOSHIN
The current leader of the House of Gohda and the ruler of the Gohda Domain, Matsunoshin is known to be a just and compassionate ruler. Matsunoshin's family has employed the Azuma Ninja as shadow warriors for generations.
KAGAMI
A mysterious female ninja who leads the secret ninja society known as the Burning Dawn, Kagami is ruthlessly pursuing her dream of a world ruled by the ninja. Her plans will bring her into conflict with both the House of the Gohda and the Azuma Ninja.
Items & Weapons
Grappling Hook
The aiming crosshair will be dimmed out if the grappling hook won't catch on the surface you are aiming at.
Colored Rice
Colored rice will mark your location on the terrain as well as on the map.
Mine
Place mines in the paths of enemies. Mines cannot be placed in water.
Poison Rice
These delicious-smelling rice balls will be irresistible to any enemy character who finds them. Enemy characters will not pick up poison rice if they are on the alert.
Leaves of Stealth
If you are in trouble, you can use this item to escape. You will disappear in a cloud of swirling leaves, and reappear behind your enemy.
Ninja Rebirth
A ninja rebirth will give you a second chance at life if you are carrying it when you run out of health. When on land, instead of dying, you will disappear and then reappear at another location, with your full normal health. If you previously placed colored rice, you will reappear at the nearest colored rice location. If not, you'll be back at the starting point. If you are in the water, you will be revived at the spot where you died.
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