Need for Speed Carbon
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Need for Speed Carbon is set in a fictional world where the streets of Cairo are under threat from a mysterious force known as the 'Pustule'. This ancient evil is causing chaos and destruction, and it's up to the player to stop it. The story follows a new protagonist, Jack Shaw, who must navigate the treacherous streets of Cairo to uncover the truth behind the Pustule.
The gameplay in Need for Speed Carbon focuses on high-speed racing across the city of Cairo. Players can choose from a variety of cars, each with its own unique abilities and attributes. The game features a range of tracks, from narrow alleyways to open highways, providing plenty of opportunities for fast-paced racing and high-stakes competition.
Need for Speed Carbon was released on the PlayStation 2 in November 2006, offering an immersive gaming experience that combines stunning visuals with thrilling gameplay. With its blend of speed, style, and storytelling, it's no wonder why this game has become a classic among racing fans.
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How to Play
STARTING THE GAME
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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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on/standby/
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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. Press the OPEN button to open the disc cover.
4. Place the Need for Speed Carbon disc with the label side facing up in the disc holder, and then close the disc cover.
5. Attach game controllers and other peripherals as appropriate.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for information on using the software.
Jump into the action with a Quick Race, take over the city in Career mode, or earn medals in the Challenge Series. What are you waiting for? Get moving!
MY ALIAS
You are prompted to create an Alias before you can begin your career or save any changes. Your game progress is automatically saved to your Alias, once you create it.
MAIN MENU
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Career
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My Cars: Add cars to your garage and customize them with visual and performance upgrades you've unlocked.
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Challenge Series
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Quick Race: Get right to business with a race that doesn't count toward your Career mode progress.
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Reward Cards: Accumulate Reward Cards by achieving the in-game accomplishments described on-screen. Each icon is composed of four achievements that you must complete to obtain the reward.
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Statistics: Keep track of all your progress in the game including the best times in each race course and your cumulative Pursuit stats.
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Options: Personalize your options including audio, video, gameplay, and more. You can also access the Options menu by pausing the game.
CAREER MODE
In an all-out war for the city, you and your crew must risk everything to take over rival neighborhoods one block at a time. As the police turn up the heat, the battle ultimately shifts to Carbon Canyon, where territories and reputations can be lost on every perilous curve.
CAR CLASSES
Muscle. Exotic. Tuner. Which class will you represent? Each has strengths and weaknesses. For example, Tuners dominate in the turns, while Exotics put your speedometer to the test. Choose a class then decide between an Automatic or Manual transmission to begin your quest for urban domination.
YOUR CREW
Fortunately, you don't have to do all the work on your own. You've got a crew to back you up. In most events, you can take wingmen with you and use them to help you win races.
RECRUITING CREW MEMBERS
After you defeat a rival crew boss or on certain other occasions, rival crews may offer to join your crew. Select MY CREW in the Safe House to review all your crew management options. Here you are able to read bios for each crew member and see what kind of skills and bonuses they would add to your crew if you hire them.
ROLES
The three types of wingmen—Blockers, Drafters, and Scouts—each have unique roles to help you win races. Blockers get in the way of other drivers to slow them down and throw them off their lines. Drafters give you a second of speed boost for every second you stay behind them. Scouts show you alternate paths around and through the race course.
SKILLS
Your crew members may also have certain skills to help you out along the way. Fixers prevent your heat level from increasing and give you a little extra cash when you win races. Mechanics provide discounts on performance parts and give you a nitrous or Speedbreaker boost in races. Fabricators allow you to unlock certain Autosculpt parts in the Customization menu and let you buy certain visual parts at a discount.
SAFE HOUSE MENU
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World Map: Use the map to enter races and review how much territory you own. Each territory is owned by a rival crew, and has a target number of races you need to win before you unlock events against the crew boss. You need to beat the boss to take control of the territory.
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Free Roam: Cruise around the city, enter races, outrun the cops, or accept a rival crew challenge in an open-world race.
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Customization: Cash in your winnings to upgrade your cars with standard parts or use your imagination to create the car of your dreams with Autosculpt. Once you've picked out your parts, select SHOPPING CART to purchase and install them on your vehicle.
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Car Select: Choose any car you own for your next race. You can also sell your cars for cash here.
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Crew: Hire and fire crew members, watch their bio videos, and view their cars. You can also personalize your crew logo.
CHALLENGE SERIES
Get behind the wheel and test your skills in 11 types of events. Work your way up to the Gold Medal events by taking home the Bronze and Silver medals.
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Canyon Duel: Go head to head against a single opponent down a perilous canyon road. Keep an eye on the Duel meter in the upper right of your screen. If you fall behind for too long, you automatically lose.
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Canyon Race: Take on three other drivers in a race to the bottom of a canyon.
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Checkpoint: Reach certain checkpoints on the track before time expires to earn bonus time to finish the event.
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Canyon Checkpoint: This is just like a regular Checkpoint
Controls
L2 button
L1 button
directional buttons
left analog stick
L3 button
when pushed down
SELECT button
ANALOG mode button
START button
right analog stick
R3 button
when pushed down
R2 button
R1 button
button
X button
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