GETTING STARTED
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 ON. Press the RESET button.
When the power indicator lights up, press the OPEN button to open the disc tray. Place the Metal Gear Solid® 3 Subsistence™ disc label side up. Press the OPEN button again to close the disc tray.
Attach game controllers and other peripherals as needed. Follow on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for software information.
MEMORY CARD
To save game settings and progress, insert a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) into MEMORY CARD slot 1. You can load saved game data from the same or any compatible memory card.
Before playing online, a valid network configuration must be saved to the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2). This can be done using either the Network Adaptor Start-up Disc or the Metal Gear Solid® 3 Subsistence™ Network Configuration Utility.
NETWORK ADAPTOR (ETHERNET MODEM) (FOR PLAYSTATION®2)
To play Metal Gear Solid® 3 Subsistence™ Online, you must have a Network Adaptor (Ethernet Modem) (for PlayStation®2) installed on your PlayStation®2 system. Set it up according to its included instructions.
Caution: Unplug the power cord on your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system before adding any networking equipment.
Metal Gear Solid® 3 Subsistence™ requires a broadband Internet connection (DSL, cable modem, or other high-speed connections) for online play.
PSPTM SYSTEM CONNECTIVITY
METAL GEAR ACID 2 LINK
You can link up with Metal Gear Acid 2 for PSP™ (PlayStation® Portable) system to acquire special items.
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Note: a USB cable with a Mini B type connector is required to connect the PSP™ system to a PlayStation®2 console.
DISC 1: SUBSISTENCE - STARTING THE GAME
LOAD GAME
Choosing "LOAD GAME" from the Title Menu will bring up the Data Select Screen. Select a data file to continue the game from the last saved Continue Point.
GAME OVER/SAVE
Game Over occurs when Snake's LIFE Gauge reaches zero, or due to other conditions like the death of certain characters, a partner's life gauge reaching zero, or Snake falling into an enemy trap. After Game Over, the Continue Select Screen appears.
CONTINUE
Continue the game from the last Continue Point* reached before Game Over. The game can be continued an unlimited number of times.
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*Note: The term "Continue Point" refers to key points in the progress of the game, such as transitions between areas, just before boss battles, and before and after major events.
EXIT
Return to the Title Screen. Note that the game will not be saved.
SAVE
Saving the game before quitting allows you to continue from where you left off. The game can be saved by contacting Para-Medic via radio.
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Para-Medic (Save) — Frequency 140.96
Saving the game records Snake's status at the last Continue Point reached. To continue a saved game, select "LOAD GAME" from the Main Menu Screen. At least 90KB of free space is needed to save game data.
BRIEFING FILES
View a briefing that gives an overview of the current mission.
OPTIONS
Change various game settings.
SCREEN LAYOUT
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LIFE Gauge: If the LIFE Gauge drops to zero, then the game is over.
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Equipped Item: Displays the currently equipped item. This is not displayed if nothing is equipped.
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Stamina Gauge: The Stamina Gauge level affects Snake's status and how quickly LIFE recovers.
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Equipped Weapon: Displays the currently equipped weapon. This is not displayed if nothing is equipped.
DISC 1: SUBSISTENCE - LIFE GAUGE & CAMOUFLAGE
LIFE GAUGE
When Snake's LIFE is reduced by enemy attacks, hide and wait for it to recover naturally, save the game and take a break, or take some LIFE medicine.
Recovery
Snake's LIFE will recover naturally over time. The speed of recovery depends on the Stamina Gauge level; higher stamina means faster recovery. LIFE also recovers more quickly when Snake is crouching or prone.
Wounds
If Snake falls from a high place or is hit by a powerful attack, he will be wounded. A red meter will appear in the LIFE Gauge. Select "CURE" from the Survival Viewer to treat wounds.
Poison/Disease
Snake may become poisoned or sick during the mission. Untreated poison causes the LIFE Gauge to decrease, while untreated colds or leeches drain the Stamina Gauge. Select "CURE" from the Survival Viewer to treat these conditions.
Rest
Saving the game and quitting for a while allows Snake to rest. LIFE, wounds, and disease will recover over time until the game is loaded again.
STAMINA
A low Stamina Gauge negatively affects Snake's performance, causing slow LIFE recovery, trembling hands when firing, and lessened grip and oxygen capabilities. Monitor the Stamina Gauge and eat food to replenish it.
Eating
To replenish his Stamina Gauge, Snake must eat.
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