Detective Barbie The Mystery Cruise
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(Playstation - PAL, Action & Adventure)
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Developed_By:
Runecraft
Published_By:
Mattel
Released On:
01 Jan 2000
Detective Barbie The Mystery Cruise is an Action & Adventure game for the PlayStation, released on 2000. In this game, players take control of Detective Barbie as she investigates a series of mysteries on her luxury cruise ship.
The gameplay revolves around solving puzzles and interacting with other characters to uncover the truth behind the mysterious events. As players progress through the game, they will have to use their detective skills to gather clues, interview suspects, and solve crimes.
UPC-A:
742994041842 (USA)
Part #:
SLUS-01221 (USA)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a detective adventure game where players help Barbie and her team recover stolen art. You'll follow clue trails across a cruise ship and tropical islands, using high-tech gadgets to identify and catch the thief. The game offers replayability with a different culprit each time.
Story
Your Mission
It is summer on the tropical cruise ship Island Discovery™. Captain Smith is hosting an on-board exhibition of local island art, including a painting, a jewel-encrusted shell, and an ancient mask.
Two exhibits have already disappeared. Barbie® and Teresa™ have been working undercover, looking for clues.
When Becky™ calls to report another stolen artwork, Barbie® decides to intensify the investigation.
Team Barbie® Detective
Team Barbie® Detective needs your help to recover the stolen artwork and identify the thief. You will follow clue trails on the ship and across three tropical islands.
Use high-tech gadgets to recover the stolen items and catch the thief.
After catching the thief, you can play again. There is a different thief to catch each time you play, requiring all your detective skills.
How to Play
Setting Up Your Console
Set up your PlayStation® game console using its Instruction Manual. Ensure the power is OFF before inserting or removing a compact disc.
Insert the Detective Barbie®: The Mystery Cruise™ disc and close the Disc Cover. Insert game Controller(s) and a MEMORY CARD into MEMORY CARD slot 1. Turn on the PlayStation® game console.
It is recommended that you do not insert or remove peripherals or MEMORY CARDS once the power is turned on.
Memory Card Requirements
Make sure you have enough free MEMORY CARD blocks on your MEMORY CARD before commencing play. This game can only save to a MEMORY CARD inserted in MEMORY CARD slot 1.
Follow the on-screen instructions to start the game.
Getting Started
Starting a New Game
You can choose to play either a one-player or two-player game from the first screen. A second Controller must be inserted into Controller port 2 for a two-player game.
In a two-player game, the second player controls Teresa™ in the sub-games and Crime Computer Fingerprint Database screen. During the main investigation, only player one controls the game.
Starting a Saved Game
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Highlight the Load Game option and press the button.
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A new screen will display a list of all saved games on your MEMORY CARD.
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Press the directional buttons to highlight the desired saved game.
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Press the button again to load the game.
Options
To change sound volume levels, screen position, or Controller vibration options:
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Highlight "Options" on the first screen and press the button.
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A new screen will appear where you can adjust these options.
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Press the up and down directional buttons to select an option.
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Press the button to confirm.
Volumes
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Move between sound effects, speech, or music levels by pressing the up and down directional buttons.
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Press the left and right directional buttons to change the volume level.
Controls
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Turn the Controller Vibration feature on or off if you have a DUALSHOCK™ analog controller.
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Move between two controllers (if both are plugged in) by pressing the up and down directional buttons.
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Change the vibration setting by pressing the left or right directional buttons.
Screen Position
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Press the directional buttons to move the screen.
Accepting or Cancelling Changes
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For each option, press the button to accept new settings.
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Press the button to cancel your changes.
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When finished, highlight and press the button on OK to accept all changes.
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If you press the button, you will return to the main menu, and all changes will be cancelled.
Signing In
After choosing a one or two-player game, you can sign in.
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Type your name by selecting letters with the directional buttons and pressing the button.
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To type a space, delete a letter, or clear your name, highlight the appropriate button on the left side of the screen.
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You must enter at least two letters for a name.
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Highlight the OK button and press the button when finished.
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In a two-player game, player one enters their name first, then player two.
Choosing a Game
After signing in, you can choose to Play Game to start a new investigation or practice one of the sub-games.
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Select from Jet Ski Race, Air Racer Chase, or Shuffleboard.
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After practicing, you will return to the game selection screen to choose another practice game or start an investigation.
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To exit a practice game, press the START button and select Quit Sub Game.
Selecting a Difficulty Level
Before starting a new game or practicing a sub-game, you will select a difficulty level.
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The difficulty level only affects the sub-games.
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Medium is for regular play.
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Easy or hard settings make sub-games easier or more challenging.
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When chosen, highlight OK and press the button to start the game.
Playing the Game
Starting a New Investigation
The game begins with you and Barbie® in the ship's gallery, where artworks have been stolen. Ken™ is also in this room.
Follow the clue trail to find the thief. Interview everyone you meet for useful information. The dining room is next door, where Julian Jones, the ship's entertainer, might be found.
You will encounter several sub-games. Play these games to find clues, information, or recover artwork. You can replay completed games for fun.
Controlling Barbie®
Player one controls Barbie® with either the directional buttons or the left stick (if a DUALSHOCK™ analog controller is plugged in).
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To make Barbie® walk, press the directional buttons (or push the left stick) in the desired direction.
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Releasing the directional button or left stick makes Barbie® stop.
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To enter a new area, move Barbie® to an exit or the edge of the screen.
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When at an exit point, a message will appear indicating where it leads. Press the button to go there.
Interacting with Characters and Clues
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To talk to a character, walk up to them. You will be prompted to press the button to start a conversation.
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To skip a conversation, press the button.
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Important sound bites from conversations will be automatically added to the Crime Computer.
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To collect a clue, walk up to it and press the button when prompted.
The Gadget Bag
Barbie® has gadgets to help solve the mystery, stored in her gadget bag.
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Open the gadget bag by pressing the button.
Enemies & Characters
Barbie®
She's smart, cool and she's an excellent detective who is always hot on the trail, so pay close attention to her advice.
Becky™
When it comes to cyber-sleuthing, no one is better than Becky™. Contact her at any time through the Crime Computer, and she'll give you all the latest scoop on clues, gadgets and interviews.
Ken™
He's always happy to help Team Barbie® Detective tackle a case and eager to solve the mystery. To make sure that no more items get stolen, Ken™ will guard the exhibition until the thief is caught.
Teresa™
Teresa™ has been brought in to help with the search for the stolen artworks. She'll be there to help out when you need her.
Captain Edward Smith
The exhibition was the captain's idea to celebrate his last cruise before he retires. Who would want to ruin his last trip? Or does the captain want to keep the exhibits for himself?
Julian Jones
Mr. Jones is the ship's entertainer. This is his first season onboard and so far he hasn't been very popular. Is Julian interested in more than just entertaining the passengers?
Rosie Rosenbaum
Rosie is working on the ship during her summer vacation before she goes to college to study journalism. She is friendly and hardworking but always makes time to talk. Is she as innocent as she appears?
Vivienne Steed
Miss Steed is a retired actress. She loves to be the center of attention and tells all sorts of stories about the movie business. Although she's a passenger, she has been onboard all season. Why does she stay on board for so long? Is she looking for more than just sun and new friends?
Tips & Maps
Infra-red lipstick
Use the infra-red lipstick in every location to look for fingerprints.
Clues
Clues always lead you somewhere else, so check them out thoroughly and follow up on where they take you.
Becky™ in the Crime Computer
If you want more information on a clue, check with Becky™ in the Crime Computer. She can offer some great advice, just press the button on the clue and Becky™ will tell you everthing she knows about it.
Making progress
If you're having trouble making progress, try going back to check places you've already explored. Use the map screen in the Crime Computer to check up on where you've been and where you might need to go next.
Searching locations
Make sure you search everywhere. Some locations allow you to get really close to desks or cupboards where you might find a clue or fingerprint.
Items to look out for
Look out for these items during your investigation - a compass, a key, a map and a spade. You'll be able to add them to your gadget bag and use them in the puzzle games to help solve the case.
Interview characters
Make sure you interview all the characters you meet. Listen closely to what they have to say. You can always replay any important sound bites from the Crime Computer.
Locations Screen
Don't forget that you can look at any of the locations that you've already visited using the Locations Screen in the Crime Computer. This is useful for remembering what the location looks like without having to go back to the room itself.
Replaying puzzles
When you've completed all the puzzles play them again and see how many bonus items you can collect!
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