Crystal Mines II
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🙂 7.2/10
(Atari Lynx - US, Action & Adventure)
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Developed by:
Color Dreams Inc.
Published by:
Atari
Released On:
01 Jan 1991
Crystal Mines II is an update of the gameplay in its predecessor; in a nutshell, overhead puzzle-solving best described as Chip's Challenge meets Boulder Dash, with a touch of real-time elements thrown in.
In Crystal Mines II , you operate a robot going through the abandoned crystal mines, picking up crystals and avoiding the underground demons that inhabit the mine. Mine levels are completed when a crystal quota is reached, however the quota is usually not the entire level so bonus points can be obtained by finding additional crystals. Like Boulder Dash, gravity is a factor and affects any boulders, crystals, etc. so they can be used as weapons against demons. There are also deceptive elements, such as "Dormant" demons that look like boulders, that add to the challenge. Finally, the robot has weapons that can be used to eliminate certain obstacles.
Gameplay in Crystal Mines II involves navigating through increasingly difficult levels, using the environment and available resources to overcome obstacles and defeat enemies. The game requires strategy and quick thinking, as well as a bit of luck, to progress through the levels and reach the goal of collecting all the crystals.
Crystal Mines II was released for the Atari Lynx in 1992 and remains a classic example of an action-adventure puzzle game from the early days of handheld gaming.
eBay Product ID:
56240236 (United States)
ASIN:
B0006TND68 (United States)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
In this action game set in the haunted Crystal Mines, you assume the role of a scientist's successor controlling a powerful robot to reclaim lost riches. Using the Lynx Robot Controller, you must navigate the treacherous depths of the mines to destroy the terrifying demons that have terrorized the local community. Your objective is to defeat these monsters and recover the precious crystals, ultimately saving the village and securing a reward from your efforts.
Story
Background
The Crystal Mines once brought riches and prominence to the surrounding towns. Then the miners went too deep into the lair of dangerous demons who live deep within the earth. These deadly monsters made mining impossible and began to terrorize the community. The mines were closed, and the community deteriorated.
Game Objective
Years later, a local scientist developed a robot capable of destroying the demons. Shortly before his mysterious disappearance, he demonstrated how his creation works. You must use the Lynx Robot Controller to lead the robot through the mines.
Your goal is to destroy the demons and recover the precious crystals. As a reward, you can keep everything the robot picks up and save the community.
Getting Started
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Insert your Crystal Mines II game cartridge in your Lynx.
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Turn on the Lynx.
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Wait for the Crystal Mines II title screen to appear.
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Press A or B.
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Wait for the second title screen to appear.
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Press A or B again.
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The Enter Level Code screen appears (Screen 1).
Note: Screen numbers in these instructions refer to the Gallery of Game Screens at the end of this manual.
How to Play
Starting the Game
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To start at the first level, press A.
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To skip to a higher level, enter the code during a pause and press A.
Game Objective
The goal of Crystal Mines II is to navigate each level and collect crystals. To complete a level, the robot must gather crystals totaling the value shown at the bottom right of the screen within the time limit displayed at the upper right.
Digging and Demolition
You must dig through dirt and destroy rocks to progress. The robot uses powerful energy bursts to clear obstacles, requiring multiple blasts for hard, dark dirt compared to light, soft dirt.
Attacking Demons
Energy bursts are effective against demons.
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Press A to fire an energy burst.
Using TNT
TNT packets are scattered throughout some mines and can blast rocks and demons that resist energy bursts.
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Press B to drop TNT.
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Move away immediately after dropping it.
Pushing Objects
The robot can push boulders, crystals, and certain rocks to block paths or crush demons.
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Push boulders onto demons to crush them.
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Be careful, as boulders can damage the robot.
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Some dormant demons resemble boulders; pushing or firing energy at them will wake them up.
Gravity Mechanics
Crystals, boulders, and heavy rocks fall when left unsupported. Some mines contain switches that change the direction of gravity.
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Monitor the gravity indicator in the lower-left corner of the screen.
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Exercise caution around gravity switches.
Crystal Values
Crystals provide the primary reward and were the lifeblood of surrounding communities. Different types have different values:
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Yellow crystals are the least valuable.
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White crystals are the most valuable.
Prioritize collecting high-value crystals to meet your quota efficiently.
Exiting the Mine
A musical cue signals that you have met your crystal quota.
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Look for an exit circle.
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Step into the circle to leave the mine and collect your reward.
Hidden Items
Mines contain special tools and bags of precious metals necessary for completing levels.
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Collect copper, silver, and gold for thousands of points at the end of each level.
Level Structure
The game features 150 different mine levels and 31 bonus levels. As you progress, you will encounter various objects, complex puzzles, and demons.
Pipes and Hazards
Old mines include pipes that demons have repurposed. Items can be pushed into pipes oriented at a right angle to the gravitational force.
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Objects will slide through the pipes.
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Some pipes transform boulders into crystals, or vice versa.
Final Instructions
Learn new hazards through experience. Unseal the mines and let the robot in; the future of the community depends on your success.
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