Dynasty Warriors 4
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Omega Force
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Koei
Released On:
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Take it to the battlefield and challenge multiple opponents at once as you fight against impossible odds. Dynasty Warriors 4 uses the most advanced melee-fighting engine to deliver the next evolution of tactical action.
Ancient grudge and new mutiny bring an end to the four hundred year reign of the Han dynasty. The once noble empire is divided into three warring states. Dynasty Warriors 4 covers a one hundred year cycle, from civil unrest to the reunification of China under the Jin dynasty.
Forth in its series, this game's deep storyline incorporates a host of new features, character depth and insight into the turbulent events of the Three Kingdoms era. Can you succeed as a warrior of honor and loyalty in the face of adversity? Your obligations to lords and allies guide your path as you fight to unify a divided empire.
Dynasty Warriors 4 is available on PlayStation 2 and was released on 2003 . The game combines action and adventure elements, making it an exciting experience for fans of tactical combat.
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Media Type:
DVD-ROM
Gamepads Supported:
DualShock 2
Multiplayer Options:
Same/Split-Screen
Sound Capabilities:
Dolby Pro Logic II
Number of Offline Players:
1-2 Players
Input Device Features Supported:
Vibration
Save Game Methods:
Internal Storage, External Storage
Multiplayer Game Modes:
Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS)
Controller Types Supported:
Analog Controller, Digital Controller
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
Controls
L2 button
Name/Life Display
L1 button
Guard
L1 button + directional buttons/left analog stick
Shift Move
directional buttons/left analog stick
Movement
SELECT button
Change Bodyguard Orders
START button
Pause/Display information screen
START + SELECT buttons
Reset game and return to Main Menu
R2 button
Toggle Maps
R1 button
Bow Attack (hold down to raise bow)
R1 button + directional button/left analog stick + ☐ button
Bow Attack (Normal attack)
R1 button + directional button/left analog stick + Δ button
Bow Attack (Increased strength, stops enemy's forward movement)
R1 button + directional button/left analog stick + Ο button
Bow Attack (Volley, when Musou Gauge is full)
R3 (push down the right analog stick)
Announce Yourself
☐ button
Normal Attack
Δ button
Charge Attack
Ο button
Musou Attack
Χ button
Jump
Χ button (next to or on top of a horse or elephant)
Mount/Dismount
left analog stick/directional buttons
Move
L1 button + left analog stick
Shift Move
Χ button + left analog stick
Jump (in a particular direction)
☐ button (while running)
Dash Attack
R1 button + ☐ button
Bow Attack (Normal bow attack)
R1 button + Δ button
Bow Attack (Increased strength, paralyzes enemy)
R1 button + Ο button
Bow Attack (Fire shots in rapid succession, when Musou Gauge is full)
☐ button (while jumping)
Jump Attack
Δ button (while jumping)
Jumping Charge Attack
☐ button (on horseback)
Mounted Horse Attack (Normal attack)
Δ button (on horseback)
Mounted Horse Attack (Charge attack)
Ο button (on horseback)
Mounted Horse Attack (Musou attack, when Musou Gauge is full)
☐ button (on an elephant)
Mounted Elephant Attack (Knock over an enemy)
Δ button (on an elephant)
Mounted Elephant Attack (Shake the ground, stopping enemy's movement)
Ο button (on an elephant)
Mounted Elephant Attack (Charge enemy and trample them underfoot, when Musou Gauge is full)
How to Play
Starting the Game
Put the Dynasty Warriors 4 disc in the disc tray. Insert a Memory Card (8MB) (for Playstation®2) into MEMORY CARD slot 1.
The intro movie will start when the power is turned on. Pressing the START button will end the intro movie and bring up the title screen.
*You will need at least 150 KB free in order to save. Refer to your Playstation 2 user's manual for details.
Select Game Mode
At the title screen, press the START button. When the Main Menu appears, select a game mode.
Saving
Save a game in progress. When you save, you can continue where you last played.
Saving at the End of a Stage
[Musou Mode/Free Mode]
When you clear a stage, you will be asked whether you wish to save the game.
In Musou Mode, select the save file where you wish to save your game. The maximum number of save files is 8.
*Same applies for 2 Player Mode.
*If you select a save file with previously saved data on it, the old data will be overwritten.
Saving in the Middle of a Stage
[Musou Mode/Free Mode]
Press the START button during play. When the Information screen appears, select QUIT.
Only 1 game may be saved this way.
*Saving will automatically overwrite previously saved gameplay data. Saving a game at the end of a stage will delete previously saved gameplay data.
Saving a Game from the Option Screen
You can save a game's option settings and records by going to the OPTION screen and selecting SAVE.
Loading
Continue a previously saved game.
Loading a Game Saved at the End of a Stage
[Musou Mode]
Select Musou Mode from the Main Menu. If you have previously saved data, NEW GAME and LOAD GAME will appear in the menu. Select LOAD GAME and choose from the list which game you wish to resume.
Loading a Game Saved in the Middle of a Stage
[Musou Mode/Free Mode]
If you have saved gameplay data from the middle of a game, CONTINUE will appear in the menu. Select CONTINUE to resume the game.
Game Modes
Choose a game mode from the Main Menu.
Musou Mode
Choose the force for which you will fight. The stages and characters available will change according to the force chosen.
You can choose from the following when you have completed a stage and saved a game:
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NEW GAME: Start a new game.
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LOAD GAME: Load a saved game.
Free Mode
Select one scenario/stage to play. The number of scenarios/stages available will increase when certain conditions are met in Musou Mode.
Musou Mode/Free Mode (2 Player)
In Musou Mode and Free Mode, 2 players can play in cooperation with each other. When 2P PUSH START appears in the upper right hand corner of the screen, Player 2 can join in by pressing the START button.
Continue
You can continue a game saved in the middle of a stage. CONTINUE will appear on the Main Menu if there is previously saved gameplay data.
*In Musou Mode, if the game was saved at the end of a stage, Player 2 can join the continued game.
Versus Mode
2 players fight against each other. There are 4 stages to choose from.
*In Versus Mode, characters use starting abilities only. Equippable items may not be used; weapons are set to a max. of 6 hits. Characters created in the Character Edit mode may not be used.
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SHOWDOWN: Defeat the enemy player in one-on-one combat!
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ENCOUNTER: Search for and destroy the enemy player in a dark indoor stage!
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INFLUENCE: Use the Imperial Seal to gain allies and defeat the enemy army!
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ESCORT: Destroy the enemy carriage while protecting your own!
Challenge Mode
Clear any or all of the four different challenges and attempt to set a new record.
*Characters use starting abilities only. Equippable items may not be used; weapons are set to a maximum of 6 hits. Characters created in the Character Edit mode may not be used.
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ENDURANCE: Defeat as many enemies as you can.
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TIME ATTACK: Defeat 100 enemies as fast as you can.
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BRIDGE MELEE: Knock as many enemies off the bridge as you can.
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DEMOLITION: Destroy as many objects as you can.
Compete in the Rankings with your Password!
Records in Challenge Mode can be posted on an Internet Ranking for each challenge type by using "Show Password." For details, visit: www.koeigames.com/
*Website content may be changed or discontinued without notice.
Officer Edit
By choosing a name, appearance, and motion sequence, you can create your own character. Up to 4 characters may be created and saved.
*Original characters may be used in Musou Mode and Free Mode.
Editing Process
1 Selecting a file
Choose an empty character file from 1 to 4. If you choose a file which already contains previously saved character data, the new data will overwrite the old data.
2 Enter name
Character names are limited to eight (8) spaces. Press the START button to confirm.
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Entering letters: Select the letters to be entered by using the directional buttons to point to the desired letter on the list.
3 Choose a gender
Select a male
Tips & Maps
CHARGE ATTACK/MUSOU ATTACK Normal Attack 4
Throw the enemy high into the air!
Charge 5
This is a combo attack.
Charge 6
This is a combo attack.
MUSOU ATTACKS Musou Attack
Can be used when the Musou Gauge is full. Use the character's special technique to attack, and as long as the button is pressed down, the attack will continue until the Musou Gauge is depleted.
Charge Drive!
Execute a powerful attack unique to each character, provided Weapon Attacks are at least 5. Press the button repeatedly for a character unique attack.
True Musou Attack
A more powerful Musou Attack that can be used when the Life Bar turns red. As long as the button is pressed down, the attack will continue until the Musou Gauge is depleted.
Double Musou Attack
The most powerful Musou Attack, performed when Player 1 and Player 2 are within a fixed distance of each other and both use a Musou Attack at the same time in 2Player Mode.
Guard
Guard against frontal attacks by holding down the L1 button. This also guards against bow attacks and can be used to change the character's viewpoint.
Parry
Knock away an enemy attack by pressing the button while guarding with L1, timing it right to push back the enemy.
Somersault
Regain control after being thrown into the air by an enemy attack by pressing the L1 button while in the air.
When you can't move...
If your character is immobilized after taking a hit, repeatedly press the directional button or any attack button to recover faster.
Weapon deadlocks
If your character and an enemy soldier are equal in strength and your weapons deadlock, press the button repeatedly to win the deadlock and leave the enemy vulnerable.
Announce Yourself
Push down on the right analog stick (R3 button) to threaten and startle the enemy, working even on horseback but not on an elephant.
Accept Duels
Accept the challenge of an enemy officer to a duel by pressing the button, which may become available after certain stage or character conditions are met.
Duel Rules
When you accept a duel, the game switches to a one-on-one contest where both combatants start with equal life, and the character who reduces the other's life to zero within 45 seconds wins.
Enemies & Characters
Cao Ren
Relative of Cao Cao. Even within the illustrious Cao Family, there were few who could match his abilities on the battlefield.
Zhen Ji
Wife of Cao Pi, the son of and heir apparent of Cao Cao. Supports her father-in-law Cao Cao on his campaigns.
Xiahou Dun
Cousin of Cao Cao. Even after losing his eye in battle, he remained an excellent fighter. Cao Cao's most trusted officer.
Cao Cao
Ruler of Wei. Legendary for his prowess in both letters and war. Cao Cao rules with an iron fist of order amidst a world of chaos.
Xiahou Yuan
Cousin of Cao Cao. A fierce fighter who fights alongside Cao Cao with his older brother Xiahou Dun.
Sima Yi
Wei Strategist whose genius knew no bounds. Often compared to the great Zhuge Liang of Shu.
Sun Jian
Ruler of Wu. A quick thinker with nerves of steel. Often called "The Tiger of Jiang Dong".
Huang Gai
Having served Sun Jian since he first raised his army. Huang Gai remains a force to be reckoned with.
Sun Quan
Sun Jian's second son. Serious-minded in contrast to his older brother, he is said to excel in defense.
Zhou Yu
Close friend of Sun Ce. A genius with a mind as deadly as his sword. He is also said to have been an exceptionally attractive man.
Sun Shang Xiang
Daughter of Sun Jian. Hot-tempered and eager to fight, this tomboy princess rushes to the aid of her father on the battlefield.
Zhou Tai
Former pirate captain. Received a meritorious scar on his face when he once rescued Sun Quan from danger.
Sun Ce
Eldest son of Sun Jian. His vivacity and bravery have earned him the epithet "Little Conqueror".
Zhang Fei
Sworn brother of Liu Bei and Guan Yu. He was said to have the strength of a hundred men on the battlefield.
Liu Bei
Ruler of Shu. A virtuous man whose dream is to restore the Han Dynasty to its former glory.
Yue Ying
Wife of Zhuge Liang. Supports her husband with her prowess on the battlefield.
Zhuge Liang
The most brilliant mind of his time. Served as Liu Bei's strategist after being honored three times by his visits.
Zhao Yun
Counted among the 5 Tiger Generals of Shu. His incredible bravery was often praised by Liu Bei.
Guan Yu
Sworn brother of Liu Bei and Zhang Fei. A chivalrous man known for his extraordinary beard.
Zhu Rong
The wife of Meng Huo. Zhu Rong was said to be descended from the God of Fire, and was a fierce fighter in her own right.
Dong Zhuo
A vicious despot born of Chaos. He usurped the power of the young Han Emperor and began a reign of terror.
Zhang Jiao
Founder of the religious sect known as the Way of Peace. Inciting the Yellow Turban Rebellion, he sought to destroy the Han Dynasty.
Yuan Shao
A regal man of noble blood, he sought to use his status to become the new ruler of China.
Lu Bu
A mighty warrior without equal, whose lack of control and penchant for betrayal would earn him the scorn of many.
Diao Chan
An enchantress under the employ of Dong Zhuo. What her true intentions are, none can see.
Meng Huo
King of the Nanman Tribe. He and his ferocious army posed a great threat to Central China.
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