Space Ace
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ReadySoft
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ReadySoft
Released On:
01 Jan 1995
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Following the successful gameplay of Dragon's Lair , Don Bluth released this second conversion of his Laserdisc games series.
You're playing Dexter, a guy fighting the evil madman Borf who has kidnapped your girlfriend Kimberly and is now threatening the world with his dreaded weapon, the "Infanto Ray" which turns adults into small children.
The game plays like a comic strip - visuals are similar to many cartoon movies. In each scene, you only have to decide which direction of the keyboard has to be hit in order to avoid one of the countless death screens and to advance to the next screen...
UPC-A:
092667650087 (United States)
eBay Product ID:
8070 (United States)
ASIN:
B000BTBTJG (United States)
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Number of Players Supported:
1 Player
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
In this action-adventure game, players control the dual personas of the heroic Ace and his weaker alter-ego, Dexter, to rescue Kimberly and stop Commander Borf from enslaving Earth. The gameplay involves navigating diverse galactic locations, solving puzzles based on each character's abilities, and engaging in combat with monsters and the final boss.
Story
Object of the Game
The evil Commander Borf is attacking Earth! With the help of his dreaded weapon, the Infanto Ray, Borf will reduce all of humankind to infants and take over the planet!
Only two people have the courage and strength to stop Borf and save Earth: the beautiful Kimberly and the heroic Ace. But as they approach Borf's stronghold, Ace is hit by the Infanto Ray, changing him into a weakling, and Kimberly is kidnapped by the evil madman!
Only you can guide Space Ace and his weak alter-ego Dexter to rescue Kimberly and defeat Borf. Many dangers and deadly beasts await as you travel throughout the galaxy chasing Borf from space station to planet and back again!
Survive Borf's monsters, rescue Kimberly, and finally confront Borf himself in deadly hand-to-hand combat before Earth is enslaved forever.
Level Strategies
The Yellow Planet
For Dexter, running away from the various creatures is usually the best way to safety, but if there's no way to run, then shoot! In your search for a way out, Ace must blast the yellow monster if it steps in your path.
The Dark Side
Dexter and Ace must tangle with their alter egos. This is one battle you're not going to win by force! Just avoid being devoured and dodge the blasts!
The Motorcycle Chase
For Dexter and Ace you must get Kimberly back to safety. Avoid the big boys and blast anything else that happens to get in your way!
The Roller Skates
As both Dexter and Ace there is only one way to safety. Watch the turns and be careful of holes!
The Giant Eels
Ace must grab onto the water jets and then beware! Blast the big boys and search for the way out. If you run out of air, fear not, for help is nearby!
The Final Confrontation
Dexter must blast his way towards the kidnapped Kimberly. Ace must defeat the evil Commander Borf at hand to hand combat as he protects Kimberly from further harm.
Once Kimberly is safe, Ace and Borf must battle it out in this, the final confrontation. Remember to avoid the dreaded Infanto Ray!
How to Play
Playing Space Ace
You do not control all of Ace's actions; rather, you control his reactions to the events that happen around him. As you watch the animation, you must decide in which direction Ace should move on the screen and when.
You must use your wit and reflexes to avoid the obstacles of each scene. Each scene will require many attempts to master. In general, flashing items will indicate the direction you are required to move or the use of Ace's laser gun when necessary.
To finish a scene successfully, you must make a move or press the "FIRE" button when Ace is in danger. Timing is very critical, and often you may make the correct move but at the wrong time. Many scenes require more than one move to complete.
If you have trouble, watch the animation carefully and move Ace in the safest direction. If no direction is safe, press the "FIRE" button to use Ace's laser gun. If you are sure you have made the correct move, try making it a little sooner or a little later.
Ace will not move immediately after you have made a move. You must wait for the animation to finish, and if you made the correct moves, you will continue onto the next scene. The game ends if you lose all of your lives or when you defeat Borf in the final confrontation.
In certain scenes, you will have the option to "Energize." This allows you to transform from Dexter to Ace. Simply press the "FIRE" button to complete the scene as Ace. You will continue as Dexter if you do not press the button.
Controls
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"START" button: Begins the game and pauses the scene once it has started.
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"B" button: Controls Ace's laser gun.
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"D" (Directional) pad: Navigate using UP (top arrow), DOWN (bottom arrow), LEFT (left side arrow), and RIGHT (right side arrow).
Starting the Game
After the CD has been inserted and the "START" button has been pressed, the demo mode will automatically begin. Press the "START" button again to bring up the selection screen.
You have the following options available:
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Play Space Ace
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Return to the Space Ace demo
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View demos of other ReadySoft titles
Use the "D" (Directional) pad to select your option and press "START." You will know the game has started when you see Kimberly and Ace standing on a cliff. The rock crumbles beneath Kimberly's feet, and she begins to plummet until suddenly, she is whisked away by a tractor beam into the spaceship of the evil Commander Borf.
Tips & Maps
PLAYING SCENE ONE
Dexter must dodge Borf's laser fire by jumping behind rocks at specific times while Borf chases and fires from his anti-gravity platform.
KIM IS KIDNAPPED
Dexter must avoid flying droids and jump over holes after dirt bashers raise their arms, while energized Ace blasts droids from crumbling cliffs.
THE BLACK SPHERES
Dexter must navigate ship corridors and blast any green spheres that appear.
DODGING THE BEAMS
Dexter must avoid all light beams within the corridors, while energized Ace must also watch for guards.
THE PLATFORMS
Dexter must avoid red lights, energize or jump into tunnels, and use moving platforms to dodge laser beams, while energized Ace shoots turrets and leaps from deteriorating platforms.
THE DOGS AND ROBOTS
Dexter must dodge alien dogs and laser blasts while running to the ship, while Ace blasts enemies and avoids lasers.
THE JUNK PLANET
Dexter must leap onto trash heaps to avoid compactors and blast dead ends, while Ace avoids monsters and stays ahead of the compactor.
THE DOG FIGHT
Navigate tunnels to avoid shots and blast enemy ships when they are in your crosshairs.
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