G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra
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(Playstation 2 - PAL, Action & Adventure)
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Developed by:
Double Helix Games
Published by:
Electronic Arts
Released On:
04 Aug 2009
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G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra is based on the 2009 blockbuster movie, but features a brand new storyline where an elite group of soldiers must fight against the diabolical Cobra Commander and stop his organization from taking over the world.
The gameplay is similar to Neo Contra with a behind-the-back view. The player uses various weapons, including machine guns and rocket launchers, and the Delta 6 Accelerator Suit makes them invulnerable for a short time. They must fight their way through hordes of enemies, including soldiers, tanks, and jet fighters, as well as standard end-of-level bosses.
The player can choose from 12 different Joes, unlocking more as they complete missions. Each Joe has their own weapon and strengths depending on their rank: Commandos are great at close range, Heavy Weapons are good at shooting from long distances, and Soldiers are a mix of both. The game also features vehicles scattered throughout the stages and a two-player co-op option that allows a friend to join at any time.
EAN-13:
5030930074609 (United Kingdom)
UPC-A:
5030931074608 (Europe)
EAN-13:
5030932074607 (Germany)
Sony PN:
SLES-55537 (United Kingdom)
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Media Type:
DVD-ROM
Multiplayer Game Modes:
Co-Op
Save Game Methods:
External Storage
Multiplayer Options:
Same/Split-Screen
Sound Capabilities:
Dolby Pro Logic II
Number of Offline Players:
1-2 Players
Input Device Features Supported:
Vibration
Controller Types Supported:
Analog Controller, Digital Controller
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Manual
Game Guide
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How to Play
Getting Started
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open button
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memory card slot 2
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memory card slot 1
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disc cover
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MEMORY CARD
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MEMORY CARD
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on/standby/reset button
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IR receiver
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USB connectors
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controller port 1
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controller port 2
1. Set up your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system according to the instructions supplied with your system.
2. Check that the system is turned on (the on/standby indicator is green).
3. Insert the G.I. JOETM: THE RISE OF COBRATM disc in the system with the label side facing up.
4. Attach game controllers and other peripherals as appropriate.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for information on using the software.
Saving and Loading
G.I. JOE TM: THE RISE OF COBRA™ features an auto-save system. Your progress through the game is saved automatically to the active profile at the end of each mission, or when locked content is purchased. You can save up to four different campaigns per profile.
To start a new campaign, select NEW GAME. To continue a previously saved game, select LOAD GAME.
Difficulty
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Casual: The default setting. Unlimited lives; downed characters respawn almost immediately, putting you right back in the action.
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Advanced: Each player has one life per checkpoint. Downed characters only respawn at the next checkpoint. If both soldiers are downed, it means starting the entire mission over.
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Hardcore: Survival of the fittest! Tough it out with just one life per character for the entire mission. If both soldiers are downed, they must start the mission over from the beginning.
Single Player and Co-Op
Nobody walks into combat alone. Two members of G.I. JOE tackle every mission together, so play with a friend using local two-player co-op, or take A.I. backup with you in Single Player mode.
During Single Player sessions, you can instantly switch between your selected characters at any time by pressing the R1 button. Remember: a good soldier never leaves a man behind. Your team must stick together to progress through each mission.
Yo Joe!
Defeating COBRA takes more than a good team. You must hone and master a combination of fast reflexes and smart tactics to outwit and outfight the overwhelming forces COBRA COMMANDER has in store for you.
Select two soldiers from the roll call before every mission. Each member of G.I. JOE has unique weapons and abilities, offering an exciting mix of specialties for each mission. You can swap out your soldiers at the teleportation chambers located within every mission.
Rescue captured teammates, earn Battle Points, and find contacts' dog tags to unlock more playable members of G.I. JOE and COBRA.
Character Classes
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Combat Soldier: Trained for every situation, combat soldiers perfectly balance ranged and physical attacks, but have the most powerful special combat actions.
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Heavy: A Heavy packs the biggest weapons, but it slows down their close-combat melee skills.
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Commando: Commandos get up close and personal, emphasizing a sequence of chained melee moves over gunplay (see Melee p. 5).
Missions
Simply taking out waves of COBRA combatants isn't enough to achieve victory. As you push into enemy territory, orders might come down to collect vital samples or equipment, destroy enemy facilities, and defend key areas against counterattacks.
GENERAL HAWK and the Integrated Force back at the G.I. JOE PIT MOBILE HEADQUARTERS constantly update your objectives as new data comes in. Occasionally, they also drop armored vehicles and carry out airstrikes to help you get through tougher areas.
Combat
An army of COBRA troopers and tanks stand between you and your objectives. Press the R2 button to fire your primary weapon and take them out.
Press and hold the R2 button to lock onto any enemy in range. Use the right analog stick to cycle targets, or release the R2 button to break the lock-on and target someone else.
Press and hold the L2 button to strafe, holding your aim in one direction no matter what direction you move in. Press and hold the L2 button without moving to crouch and destroy objects at a lower height.
Melee
Any soldier can use a melee attack to stun enemies by pressing the button, but some character classes are better at getting physical than others.
Commandos in particular can chain together a devastating three-hit series of melee attacks (repeatedly press the button), while heavies are limited to one slow, yet powerful swing. Combat soldiers fall in the middle, with a two-hit combo.
All classes can charge a melee attack by pressing and holding down the button. A charged melee can launch an enemy into the air, leaving him highly vulnerable to gunfire. Taking out a COBRA agent in mid-air is also worth extra points.
There's no way to block a melee attack, but you can dodge one by pressing the ✔ button.
Special Combat Actions
When the chips are down, every member of G.I. JOE puts their advanced combat training to use by unleashing a uniquely devastating attack or an impenetrable defense.
Build up your special combat actions by taking out COBRA forces and destroying enemy structures. You can store up to three charges at once, and use them at any time by pressing the button.
Vehicles
Just because you're infantry doesn't mean you can't roll in style! LIFT-TICKET™ sometimes drops support vehicles for your use on the battlefield
Controls
L2 button
L1 button
R2 button
R1 button
directional buttons
D-buttons
left analog stick
L3 button
SELECT button
ANALOG mode button
START button
right analog stick
R3 button
A button
O button
X button
button
Enemies & Characters
FILE CARDS
Unlock pictures and bios on your favorite members of G.I. JOE (blue) and COBRA (red) when you find their file cards. There are 75 file cards in all to collect.
CONTACTS
Grab contacts' dog tags from their hiding spots throughout the level to unlock more playable characters (they must still be purchased with Battle Points).
CLASS ABILITY DOORS
Find a special door that corresponds to your character's class and head inside for a major point bonus. Each door is class-specific, and won't open for anyone else.
TELEPORTATION CHAMBERS
Locate and step inside these chambers to switch out your soldier for any other unlocked character. Perfect for when you need different mid-mission skill sets.
THE G.I. JOE™ TEAM
G.I. JOE is a huge force of specialists from every field. Their expert combat skills come in handy for completing missions and keeping you alive.
CONRAD "DUKE" HAUSER™™™
DUKE, a former army captain, is an integral member of the G.I. JOE team. He is a natural born leader and a tough-as-nails field commander who prefers to lead from the front.
SNAKE EYES™™™™
Ninja master and military commando SNAKE EYES is one of the most skilled members of the G.I. JOE team, a master of both ancient and modern weapons. As deadly as he is silent, his frequent martial arts training sessions make all the team members more effective warriors.
WALLACE "RIPCORD" WEEMS
WALLACE "RIPCORD" WEEMS was an ace military pilot before joining the G.I. JOE team. Now he sees all the action any adrenaline junkie could want and more.
SHANA "SCARLETT" O'HARA™
SHANA "SCARLETT" O'HARA is the G.I. JOE team's intelligence specialist and is fluent in at least half a dozen languages. She's also a powerful fighter, expertly wielding her high-tech crossbow and applying martial arts moves that make her as deadly as she is graceful.
HEAVY DUTY™
HEAVY DUTY combines brains and brawn to support the G.I. JOE team with tactical expertise and muscular might. A perceptive warrior, he can quickly determine the optimal weapon for any situation.
COBRA™
Operating in total secrecy for years, COBRA has only now revealed itself as a major threat to world security. Their forces use the most advanced technologies on Earth to achieve their ruthless ends.
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