Sonic Heroes
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(Playstation 2 - JP, Platformer)
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Developed_By:
Sega
Published_By:
Sega
Released On:
30 Dec 2003
Sonic Heroes is a 3D action-platformer in which the player takes control of a team of 3 characters, each with a special ability - speed, fly and power. The objective of the game is to race through levels as quickly as possible whilst defeating enemies and collecting rings. Your time, rings and enemies defeated make up a point system, and more points mean a higher rank on the level. There are 4 teams of characters each with their own changes to the gameplay:
Team Sonic is the intermediate difficulty featuring Sonic (speed), Tails (fly) and Knuckles (power).
Team Chaotix features new mission-based objectives with Espio (speed), Charmy (fly) and Vector (power).
The game features 4 modes:
Story Mode, giving players the opportunity to play through levels as the story progresses.
Challenge Mode, giving players the opportunity to replay levels that they have previously cleared in Story Mode
Battle Mode, a multiplayer mode where players can race or battle each other
Tutorial Mode, teaching players the basics of playing the game.
eBay Product ID:
211985235 (Japan)
EAN-13:
4974365830601 (Japan)
ASIN:
B0000DZ0V7 (Japan)
Sony PN:
SLPM-65431 (Japan)
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Media Type:
DVD-ROM
Input Devices Required:
Gamepad
Multiplayer Options:
Same/Split-Screen
Number of Offline Players:
1-2 Players
Video Modes Supported:
PAL 50Hz, PAL 60Hz
Input Device Features Supported:
Vibration
Gamepads Supported:
DualShock, DualShock 2
Controller Types Supported:
Analog Controller
Save Game Methods:
Auto-save, External Storage
Sound Capabilities:
Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital
Multiplayer Game Modes:
Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
How to Play
Setting Up
Set up your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system according to its Instruction Manual. Ensure the MAIN POWER switch (on the back of the console) is turned on.
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Press the RESET button.
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When the power indicator lights up, press the open button to open the disc tray.
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Place the SONIC HEROES™ disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up.
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Press the open button again to close the disc tray.
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Attach game controllers and other peripherals as appropriate.
Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2)
Sonic Heroes™ supports MEMORY CARD slot 1 only. At least 110KB or more of free space is required to save Game Data.
Insertion or removal of the memory card after switching on the console may cause data to be overwritten or lost.
Using Dolby Surround PRO LOGIC II
In "5.1 channel Dolby Digital" mode, audio from the PlayStation 2's AV MULTI OUT may be disabled. Sound may only come from the unit's DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) when this mode is activated.
The PS2's DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) should be connected to the "digital optical in" of a receiver with Dolby Digital decoding. This game uses both Dolby Digital and PCM audio. Some receivers switch automatically between formats, others do not. Refer to your receiver's instruction manual to determine if an "auto-detect" feature needs to be activated.
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Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Controller
Sonic Heroes™ is a one to two player game, compatible with the DUALSHOCK®2 analog controller.
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For 1P games, connect the controller to controller port 1.
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For 2P games, connect the second player's controller to controller port 2.
DUALSHOCK®2 Analog Controller Configuration
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L2 button
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L1 button
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R2 button
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R1 button
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directional buttons
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left analog stick (L3 button when pushed down)
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SELECT button
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ANALOG mode button
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START button
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right analog stick (R3 button when pushed down)
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A button
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O button
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X button
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button
Controls are set in ANALOG mode (mode indicator: ON) and cannot be switched to digital using the ANALOG mode button. This game supports the vibration function of the DUALSHOCK®2 analog controller, which can be set ON/OFF from the OPTIONS menu.
Basic Actions
Sonic Heroes™ introduces the Team Action control system. Teams of characters are controlled together in Formation. Each team has 3 members representing Speed, Fly, and Power. The character leading the team determines the Formation type, allowing unique maneuvers.
Move
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left analog stick
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Move the team leader freely; teammates follow. Increasing the angle of the left analog stick makes characters run faster.
Jump
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button
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Press while running or standing still to jump. Special jump maneuvers can also be performed.
Change Formation
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and buttons
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Press or to change the leader and rotate between Speed, Fly, and Power Formations. Special maneuvers can be performed depending on the Formation type.
Team Blast
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R1 button
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When the Team Blast Gauge is full, press R1 to perform the Team Blast move. This knock-out technique is ideal for widespread destruction. The Team Blast Gauge takes time to charge, so use with caution.
Special Actions
SPEED FORMATION MANEUVERS
Spin
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Hold button
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Roll like a ball to increase speed and attack enemies.
Rocket Accel
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Hold button team-mates gather release
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Teammates push the leader, propelling them forwards at high speed. Can also be used to attack enemies straight ahead.
Solo Attacks
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Hold button release (without team-mates)
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The leader performs a special attack unique to that team. Sonic and Shadow attack forwards with a flying Kick, Amy flattens her surroundings with a Swinging Hammer Attack, and Espio throws Shuriken stars.
Homing Attacks
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Jump button
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Targeted dash directly towards enemies. When teammates follow through, attack power is tripled.
Starting the Game
Press START at the Title Screen to access the Main Menu. Use the left analog stick or directional buttons ↑↓←→ to choose an option and press the ● / ✖ button to select.
Main Menu Options
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1P PLAY: Displays the menu for Single Player Games.
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2P PLAY: Displays the menu for Two Player Games.
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EXTRAS: Displays the menu for bonus features.
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OPTIONS: Change various game settings.
Game Data Select
The Game Data Select Screen is displayed before the Main Menu. Select a file on the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) to create or read Game Data.
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Use the left analog stick ←→ to choose a data slot and press the ● / ✖ button to select.
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Follow on-screen instructions to create or open a Game Data file.
1P PLAY MODE
From the 1P PLAY Menu, use the left analog stick or directional buttons ↑↓ to choose an option and press the ● / ✖ button to select.
1P PLAY Menu Options
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STORY: Play the game to reveal the story.
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CHALLENGE: Re-attempt Missions in previously cleared Stages.
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TUTORIAL: Tutorial on Basic Team Actions.
STORY MODE
Enemies & Characters
Dr. Eggman
A Doctor with an unfeasibly high IQ of 300, he is a romanticist, feminist, and self-professed gentleman whose maniacal declarations of world domination are constantly foiled by Sonic.
Mystery Monster
A mysterious robot whose time of creation is unknown, and who holds the key to destroy the world.
Tips & Maps
Tornado Attacks
Spin at high speed to create a tornado effect that can home in on and weaken enemies. Espio combines this with a Ninja Leaf Swirl maneuver allowing him to sneak past enemies unnoticed.
Light Dash
Enable Sonic and Shadow to dash at high speed along a path of Rings, even through midair.
Propeller Hammer
Amy can momentarily sustain flight by spinning the hammer like a propeller.
Ascending Flight
While in Flying Formation, the leader carries their team-mates beneath and can fly until the Flight Gauge is used up.
Quick Ascent
Sudden dash upwards during flight that also doubles as a quick attack on enemies by stunning and grounding them, similar to Thunder Shoot.
Thunder Shoot
Launch team-mates like cannonballs towards enemies on the ground or in the air. A well-aimed shot will have the effect of stunning and grounding enemies.
Solo Attacks
The leader performs a special attack maneuver unique to that team. Tails and Rouge fire Dummy Ring Bombs to stun enemies, Cream sends her tiny Chao "Cheese" to attack enemies on her behalf, and Charmy attacks directly with his stinging tail.
Triangle Jump
Bounce between facing surfaces to pass across areas where there is no ground. Espio can also remain still on the wall without falling off.
Auto Homing
Team-mates automatically home in on and attack nearby enemies.
Forward Power Attacks
A series of maneuvers for attacking enemies directly ahead. Knuckles and Omega attack with Dash Punches, Big employs an Umbrella Attack, and Vector crunches enemies in his enormous jaws.
Remote Power Attacks
A series of maneuvers for attacking surrounding enemies. Knuckles and Omega use Spinning Back punches, while Big and Vector launch team-mates as destructive balls of fire.
Wide Power Attacks
Attack all nearby enemies with a single maneuver. Knuckles launches a single punch to the ground causing powerful volcanic explosions, Omega uses a concealed machine gun to fire bullets round in a circle, Big swings his fishing reel around dangerously, and Vector spews his putrid breath to knock out enemies into submission.
Fighting Pose
Gather team-mates ready for some serious fighting action.
Fireball Jump
Knuckles and Omega can jump while spinning team-mates to attack surrounding enemies.
Fire Dunk
Hurl team-mates diagonally towards the ground as balls of fire. The resulting explosion damages all enemies in the vicinity.
Body Press/Hammer Down
Big and Vector can attack enemies directly beneath them.
Triangle Jump/Umbrella Descent/Bubblegum Descent
Float gently towards the ground together with team-mates. By catching a draft, this maneuver can also be used to float upwards.
Items & Weapons
Rings
Ring count increases by 5, 10 or 20 Rings.
High Speed
Increase running speed for a limited time.
Barrier
Protect against enemy attacks one time only.
1 UP
Increase lives by 1.
Power Core
Comes in three colors. Collect these to Level-Up the corresponding character.
Invincible
Become invincible for a limited time.
Team Blast Ring
Set the Team Blast Gauge to full.
Fly Charge
Set the Flying Formation Flight Gauge to full.
Special Stage Key
If you are holding a Special Stage Key when you reach the Goal Ring, you will enter the Special Stage.
Power Gauge
Increases as Spheres are collected, and decreases when used to Dash.
Score
Increases as spheres are collected.
Time Remaining
Time available to complete the Special Stage.
Spheres
Collect these to increase the Power Gauge level and Score.
Bombs
Come in contact with these and your speed and Power Gauge level will decrease.
Chao Balloon
Chao Balloons drop both Spheres and Bombs so take care not to pick up the wrong ones!!
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