Ratchet: Gladiator
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18 Nov 2005
In a world where ancient Rome and advanced technology coexist, Ratchet: Gladiator , the latest game from Insomniac Games, takes you on an epic adventure through the lands of Medusa. You play as Ratchet, a skilled warrior with a penchant for gadgets and machines, who must use his wits and brawn to take down his enemies.
The gameplay in Ratchet: Gladiator is fast-paced and action-packed, as you navigate through levels filled with deadly traps, treacherous terrain, and fearsome foes. With a variety of gadgets at your disposal, including the trusty Plasma Rifle and Grappling Hook, you'll need to use strategy and quick reflexes to overcome the challenges ahead.
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711719613664 (Germany)
Part #:
SCES-53285 (Germany)
Media #:
SCES-53285/GER (Germany)
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Manual
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This is an action-adventure game where players take on the role of Ratchet, a hero forced to compete in a deadly intergalactic reality show called DreadZone. Players engage in combat across dangerous environments, either solo or with an AI companion, to survive and become the DreadZone Champion.
Story
Introduction
Tonight, on DreadZone, heroes battle to the death! We've seen legendary matches like Plasmaman vs. the Omega Twins, and Ace Hardlight vs. Captain Starshield. Tonight, a new competitor makes his debut.
The legendary hero Ratchet will face the challenges of DreadZone. Will he overcome them, or will he fall victim to the Eviscerator's arsenal? Find out tonight on DreadZone!
Welcome to DreadZone!
You may think you've seen action before, but you haven't seen anything yet. We've been providing unpleasant surprises to heroes like you for over four seasons, with no end in sight.
Over four trillion sentient life forms across the Shadow Sector watch DreadZone, "where bad things happen to good people." DreadZone was created by our leader, producer, president, and good friend Gleeman Vox.
Vox wondered if intergalactic heroes could be coerced into risking their lives, not for freedom or justice, but for cold hard bolts and the entertainment of billions. A few phone calls later, DreadZone was born.
On this program, the greatest heroes and soldiers in the universe must endure the meanest, dirtiest challenges our trained sadists can dish out. From zombie robots to burned-out ruins, the Shadow Sector is home to dangerous places, and we'll take you on a tour.
If you survive, you'll be a legend among legends, a hero even to the villains. If you fail, we'll make a lot of money. Let's see if you have what it takes. First, we'll go over some basics.
Play Types
There's more than one way to survive the DreadZone. We have multiple leagues, and as a new gladiator, you can compete however you like. You will compete, however; there are no conscientious objectors in television, Mr. Ratchet.
Single Player
This is where legends are made, rookie!
The Shadow Sector
DreadZone is filmed live across the Shadow Sector. This is the place to be if you're a wanted criminal, dangerous mercenary, psychotic madman, or dangerous thug. Situated at the fringes of the explored galaxy, the Shadow Sector means one thing to its trillions of citizens: freedom.
No organized law enforcement agency in the known universe is foolish enough to interfere or attempt to uphold laws here. It's the perfect place for a pioneering businessman like Gleeman Vox, and the ideal location for a program like DreadZone.
The Shadow Sector is packed with decaying ruins, ancient battlefields, dangerously unstable space stations, and 100,000 other places perfect for epic battles. Gleeman Vox owns them all.
As a gladiator on DreadZone, you'll be sent on a one-way tour through some of the filthiest, darkest, most dangerous holes in the galaxy, with a gun in your hand and only one chance of survival. As you progress, you'll earn the right to showcase your skills in newer, tougher battlegrounds.
Co-Op Rule Changes
Usually, DreadZone is a game of individual skill, showcasing a single competitor's grit and daring. However, some of our most popular competitors have been teams, such as the legendary Omega Twins.
If you can find another contestant willing to watch your back, the two of you might do what no single competitor has: take down Ace Hardlight and claim the title of DreadZone Champion!
I understand you and Clank are used to working together. Since Clank will be busy in your mission control room, I'm pleased to introduce you to Alpha Clank!
Our focus groups were very pleased by Alpha Clank. Our little friend Clank has quite the fan following, and we're hoping to tap into that with his battle-ready big brother.
Alpha Clank combines the recognizability and functionality of the original Clank with a combat-ready chassis straight out of Vox Industries' labs. This will provide a winning combination for you and for our profit margins. Go out there and knock 'em dead!
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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CONTROLLER PORT 1
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CONTROLLER PORT 2
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USB CONNECTORS
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DISC COVER
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ON/STANDBY/RESET BUTTON
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IR RECEIVER
SETTING UP YOUR PLAYSTATION®2 COMPUTER ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
Set up your PlayStation®2 Computer Entertainment System according to the instructions in the manual. Make sure the MAIN POWER switch (located in the back of the console) is turned ON.
Press the [RESET] button. When the [POWER ICON] indicator turns green, press the [OPEN ICON] button and the disc tray will open. Place the Ratchet: Deadlocked™ disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up. Press the [OPEN ICON] button again and the disc tray will close.
Attach a DUALSHOCK 2 analog controller and other peripherals, as appropriate. Follow on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for information on using the software.
MEMORY CARD (8MB) (FOR PLAYSTATION® 2)
To save game settings and progress, insert a Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) into MEMORY CARD slot 1 of your PlayStation®2 Computer Entertainment System.
You can load saved game data from the same card or any Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) containing previously saved games.
SAVE FEATURE
To save game settings and progress, insert a Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) into MEMORY CARD slot 1 of your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. You can load saved game data from the same card or any Memory Card containing previously saved Ratchet: Deadlocked games.
STARTING UP
DUALSHOCK 2 ANALOG CONTROLLER CONFIGURATIONS
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L2 BUTTON
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L1 BUTTON
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DIRECTIONAL BUTTONS
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SONY
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LEFT ANALOG STICK (L3 BUTTON WHEN PUSHED DOWN)
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SELECT BUTTON
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ANALOG MODE BUTTON
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START BUTTON
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RIGHT ANALOG STICK (R3 BUTTON WHEN PUSHED DOWN)
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R2 BUTTON
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R1 BUTTON
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▲ BUTTON
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BUTTON
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X BUTTON
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BUTTON
STARTING A NEW SINGLE PLAYER GAME AND GAME SAVES
Press at the title screen and select Single Player. When asked if you would like to create a Ratchet: Deadlocked save file, choose Yes, select an empty slot, and press the button. You can keep up to four Ratchet: Deadlocked saved games on a single memory card.
AUTO SAVE
As you progress, a special Save icon will appear on screen indicating your progress is being saved automatically. While the icon is on screen, DO NOT remove the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) or turn off your system.
MANUAL SAVE
If the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) is removed or replaced, the application will disable the Auto Save function until a manual save has been performed.
To perform a manual save, access the Save Game option located on the Options Menu. You can access the Options Menu by pressing the button to display the Pause Menu, then choosing Options.
LOADING A SAVED GAME
Press at the title screen and select Single Player. Now, select Load, and choose a save file. This can also be done during gameplay by using the Options menu.
STARTING A NEW CO-OP GAME AND GAME SAVES
Press at the title screen and select Cooperative Play. When asked if you would like to create a Ratchet: Deadlocked save file, choose Yes, select an empty slot, and press the button. You can keep up to four Ratchet: Deadlocked saved games on a single Memory Card.
NOTE: A SECOND CONTROLLER MUST BE CONNECTED TO CONTROLLER PORT 2 IN ORDER TO PLAY A CO-OP GAME.
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN COOPERATIVE PLAY AND SINGLE PLAYER
A Cooperative Play game unfolds much like a Single Player game does, complete with both auto and manual saves. Cooperative Play and Single Player games create compatible save files, so you can change one type of game to the other when you're loading your save file.
If you get halfway through Single Player mode and you want to bring a friend along, you can; likewise, you can opt to load a Cooperative Play save in Single Player mode.
GREATEST NAMES IN THE DREADZONE
The greatest names in the DreadZone are lone wolves, single warriors who possess the skills, cunning, and firepower to take on an army... and win. We'll let you take some backup into the field with you, in the form of some Combat Bots, but for the most part, you're on your own.
By overcoming our challenges and taking on all comers, you'll eventually earn the right to take on your fellow Exterminators in the no-holds-barred, uncensored, unrivaled tournaments for which DreadZone is known!
Cooperative Play
If you'd prefer a more... organic type of operation, we can accommodate you. Teams of up to two gladiators can compete in the DreadZone Tournament, working together to take on the same challenges that a single contestant would face.
However, due to the rules of the league, a team of independent sentients cannot be further assisted by Combat Bots or other independently-targeted weapons systems. It wouldn't be fair otherwise, right? We're all about fairness here at DreadZone, Mr. Ratchet. Can't you tell?
Multiplayer
You can also take on
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R3
EXPAND THE AUTO-MAP
Directional Buttons
ISSUE CERTAIN CONTEXT-SENSITIVE COMMANDS
Enemies & Characters
Ratchet
A skilled hero who has saved the universe multiple times, known for his persistence and guts. DreadZone foresees big things for him.
Clank
Your mission controller for DreadZone, in charge of gathering intelligence and sorting information you collect.
Al
Your friend who will help with your adventures in the Shadow Sector, in charge of upgrading and remodeling your combat bots.
Items & Weapons
Nanotech Health Upgrades
Nanobots in your bloodstream mend wounds and increase maximum health as you destroy enemies. Your armor's HUD informs you when your nanotech's maximum level has increased.
Weapon Upgrades
Weapons automatically adapt and improve through use, offering up to 10 upgrade levels and a unique functionality upgrade at the highest level. Each level also grants a new Alpha Mod slot and a mod.
Weapon Mods
Mods are specially built pieces of hardware that add additional qualities or abilities to weapons. They come in two varieties, Omega and Alpha, with eight of each available.
Omega Mods
Omega Mods add a variety of secondary abilities to your weapon's fire mode, such as burning like acid or detonating in a spray of ice. You can equip one per weapon at a time, and once owned, it can be used on all compatible weapons.
Acid
This Omega Mod adds incredibly caustic industrial solvents to your weapon's shots.
Napalm
This Omega Mod adds extra fire to each shot from your weapon.
Shock
This Omega Mod makes your weapon's fire carry a significant static charge, perfect against robots.
Alpha Mods
Alpha Mods upgrade your weapon's abilities, such as auto-aim, increasing magazine size, or other effects. You can equip one initially, and gain an additional slot with each weapon upgrade, up to 10 total.
Ammo
This Alpha Mod increases the size of the weapon's magazine, and thus how much ammo you can have.
Speed
This Alpha Mod accelerates your gun's rate of fire.
Impact
This Alpha Mod gives your weapon extra stopping power, halting enemies in their tracks or knocking them backward.
Quick Select
The Quick Select software in your Deadlock Armor allows you to cycle through up to three previously selected firearms on the fly or use a grid to choose any weapon. You can also access a secondary menu for extra toys and gadgets.
Versa Wrench
Your trusty wrench is suitable for defending yourself, making field repairs, tossing at enemies, or attracting stray bolts with its magnetic charge.
Dual Vipers
These twin machine guns offer a great rate of fire, though individual blasts don't do much damage.
Magma Cannon
This firearm delivers a short-ranged blast of searing hot liquid stone that can rip anything to shreds.
Swingshot
The Swingshot allows you to swing from certain designated areas by leaping towards glowing orbs and holding the fire button. It can also be manually equipped from the Quick Select menu.
Grindboots
Through a combination of magnetism and repulsor fields, the Grindboots allow you to slide down rails and other narrow ledges.
Charge Boots
These handy sneakers emit a precompensated kinetic charge from the heel, enabling you to dash forward at great speed for a short period of time.
Gravity Boots
Once acquired, these specially magnetized boots allow their wearer to walk up certain walls and even ceilings. The Gravity Boots will automatically be equipped as soon as you step on the metallic surface.
EMP
This gadget temporarily disrupts a device's power supply, bringing force fields down or stopping electrical activity within a machine. Your bots can use it on electrified floors or shielded opponents.
Hacker Ray
Your bots can use this handy tool to remotely interface with a distant computer. Press the right directional button near a Hacker Orb to send your bots to hack it.
Shield Link
This defensive gadget puts a short-lived forcefield around you and/or your bots, temporarily protecting you from incoming laser fire and other bodily harm. It is not perfect or infinite, so use it strategically.
Bot Grind Cable
This spool of magnetized wire is used with the Grindboots to cross chasms. Have your bots fire a Grind Cable to the other side, then slide down it with the Grindboots.
Ravager
The ultimate bot attack, activated when a meter in the bot command menu fills up as your bots take damage. Press the directional button ▲ to unleash it on your foes.
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