Bloody Roar 4
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(Playstation 2 - PAL, Fighting)
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Developed_By:
Eighting
Published_By:
Hudson Soft
Released On:
11 Nov 2003
During the XGC Incident one year ago, riots raged over the earth by beasts that did not show the XCG, and all over the country small earthquakes shook the land. The cause was unknown, but as the Crest Incident came to an end and the rioting and earthquakes subsided, people began to claim that all was due to the influence of the Stone Seal. Although the Stone Seal has been locked away, the rioting and earthquakes have returned. This time, the incidents are on a larger scale than those of a year ago. What could be behind it all?
Bloody Roar 4 is the last title in the series, and is once again a full-3D fighting game featuring the series' trademark transformation abilities. Unlike previous titles in the series, the beast gauge now acts as its own health bar; if a character's health gauge is depleted, they will automatically transform. The game features 18 playable fighters and a variety of game modes, including standard arcade, versus, time-attack, training, and survival modes. Of special mention is the career mode, in which fighting battles will earn so-called "DNA points," which can be spent on abilities and equipment to customize a character for use in other modes.
The Playstation 2 console powers Bloody Roar 4 , a game that caters to fans of the fighting genre. Released on November 24, 2000, this title is sure to deliver intense battles and exciting gameplay to those who pick it up.
UPC-A:
083717200642 (United States)
eBay Product ID:
11078 (United States)
EAN-13:
4988607050795 (Japan)
EAN-13:
8809096680040 (South Korea)
ASIN:
B0000AI1KI (United States)
Sony PN:
SLKA-25130 (South Korea)
Part #:
SLPM-65499 (Japan)
Sony PN:
SLUS-20795 (United States)
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Media Type:
DVD-ROM
Save Game Methods:
External Storage
Multiplayer Options:
Same/Split-Screen
Number of Offline Players:
1-2 Players
Input Device Features Supported:
Vibration
Controller Types Supported:
Analog Controller
Multiplayer Game Modes:
Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a sci-fi action game where players investigate mysterious global phenomena, including riots and earthquakes, linked to a powerful artifact called the Stone Seal. You'll uncover the truth behind these events, which are tied to the planet's self-balancing "Gaia" system and the fate of "The Unborn."
Story
BACKGROUND
Throughout time, life forms on this planet have continued to evolve and prosper. However, many life forms have also become extinct, unable to evolve. How is this decided? Is there something on this planet that influences the future of these life forms?
Mankind thought of Earth as a single giant life form, able to preserve an ideal natural environment through its self-balancing nature. This life form was named "Gaia".
Mankind also called the life forms taken by Gaia through natural selection, as well as those that would have survived had they continued to evolve, "The Unborn".
The Story
During the XGC (X-Genome Code) Incident one year ago, riots raged across the Earth by beasts that did not show the XGC. Small earthquakes shook the land all over the country.
The cause was unknown, but as the Crest Incident ended and the rioting and earthquakes subsided, people began to claim it was all due to the influence of the Stone Seal.
Although the Stone Seal has been locked away, the rioting and earthquakes have returned. This time, the incidents are on a larger scale than those of a year ago. What could be behind it all?
How to Play
System Setup
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 standby/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 BLOODY ROAR®4 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.
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Follow on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for software information.
Combat Mechanics
Throw
Press the button while holding the directional buttons towards your opponent to throw.
Throw Escape
Escape a throw by pressing the ,, or button immediately after the opponent executes a throw.
Recovery
To reduce the amount of time needed to recover while stunned or knocked down, press any of the buttons quickly and move the directional buttons in a circular motion.
Air Recovery
When launched into the air by an opponent's attack, press the ,, or button to recover in the air. Instead of being knocked down, players can attack.
Once this is achieved, push the , or button to enable the counter-attack. After being hit, press the button in precise timing with your opponent's follow-up attacks to perform mid-air fast evades.
Block System
Blocking may or may not be possible depending on the height of an attack and your character's state. You can also perform a single block in mid-air while jumping.
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High Attack
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Middle Attack
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Low Attack
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O = blockable
Light Block
Leave the directional buttons in the neutral position for an automatic Light Block. This is a quick move but cannot block Block Break moves.
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Press ⬇ to perform a Low Light Block.
Heavy Block
⬅ or ⬆ button
Heavy block can stop Block Break moves, but it takes more time.
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Press ⬇ + ⬆ button or ⬇⬅ for a Low Heavy Block.
Block Break
These strong attacks cause the defending character (Light Block only) to flash briefly, leaving them open for an instant. A Block Break will not affect the Heavy Block.
Block Attack
⬇⬇⬅ + ⬆ or ▲ button
This move is indicated by green lightning around the character and allows a counter-attack after a High/Middle Light Block.
Battle Strategy
In Bloody Roar 4, battle strategy is influenced by three main factors: Beast form, Hyper-beast form, and Beast Drive. Skillful use of all three is key.
Beast Gauge
The blue gauge is your Beast Gauge. In Human Form, attacking your opponent or taking damage gradually increases it.
As long as your Beast Gauge is not completely depleted, you can push the O button to Beastorize. Once Beastorized, the gauge depletes each time your opponent hits you. If the gauge completely depletes, the next blow will knock you down and you will return to Human form.
Charge Power
Hold the O button in Human Form to convert health into Beast Gauge power.
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Releasing the O button will cause you to Beastorize.
When in Beast Form
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Beast moves can be performed by pressing the button.
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When hitting opponents into the air, they will fly higher.
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New cancel points (points where moves can be interrupted with another move) become available.
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A Beast Drive can be performed once.
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Attack power will increase.
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Defense will increase.
Hyper-Beast Form
You can transform into Hyper-beast form at any time during battle by using Charge Power to completely exhaust your Life Gauge. In this form, you can use the Beast Drive without limit, and extra abilities are available.
Hyper-beast form benefits the player in the following ways:
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Within the time limit, Beast Drives can be performed without reverting to human form.
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Attack and defense power is greater than when in Beast form.
Game Modes
Arcade Mode
Arcade mode is for arcade-style, one-on-one fighting focusing on single-player versus COM (computer) battles. You can be challenged by another human opponent in the middle of Arcade mode.
Starting Arcade Mode
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Choose a character when the Character Select screen is displayed.
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Press the SELECT button to return to the title screen.
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Each character has different costumes which can be toggled by pressing the button.
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Once a character and costume are chosen, press the button to enter the selection and begin.
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The first opponent will be automatically chosen.
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Win the battle to move on to the next opponent. If the battle is lost, the continue screen will be displayed.
Continuing the Game
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Press the START button before the countdown reaches zero to continue the game.
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When continuing, the character cannot be changed.
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There is no limit for continues.
How to Challenge
Press the START button on a second controller plugged into controller port 2 to challenge someone playing Arcade mode. The battle will begin after a character has been chosen.
Time Attack Mode
This mode tracks how fast you can play through the game. Time Attack mode keeps track of total play-time and gives a time-based ranking when the game is over.
Versus Mode
This mode is specifically designed for two-player one-on-one fighting. Two controllers are necessary to play Versus mode.
Starting Versus Mode
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Each player must choose a character to use in battle once the
Controls
directional button
Select menu options
directional buttons
Menu: Move cursor, select stage.
directional button (tap in direction of opponent)
Quick Advance: make a fast approach.
directional button (tap away from opponent)
Back Step: quickly back off.
directional button (quickly press twice in direction of opponent, then hold)
Dash: make a fast approach.
left analog stick
Not used.
right analog stick
Not used.
A button
Cancel menu selection
button
Game: Punch.
directional button (toward opponent) + button (when close to opponents)
Perform a throw.
R1 button
Game: Same as the button.
R2 button
Game: Circle to the far side of the screen.
L1 button
Not used.
L2 button
Game: Circle to the near side of the screen.
START button
Menu: Start the game. Select options in the mode menu.
SELECT button
Game: Use when in training mode. Resets character's position.
START or button (on title screen)
Open the game mode selection screen.
Enemies & Characters
NAGI
A character with various attacks like Combination Slash, Heaven's Spear, and Bloody Blaze, culminating in the BEAST DRIVE move Final Farewell.
RYOHO & MANA
A duo with attacks such as Thunder Strike, Primal Attack, and Four Elements, leading to the BEAST DRIVE move Ultimate Peace.
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