Ready 2 Rumble Boxing Round 2
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(Playstation 2 - PAL, Fighting)
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Developed_By:
Midway
Published_By:
Midway
Released On:
14 Nov 2000
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Ready 2 Rumble Boxing Round 2 is a fighting game released for the Playstation 2 on November 24, 2000. The story follows Jimmy Comet, who must defend his championship title against various opponents. As the protagonist, players will take control of Jimmy Comet and face off against enemies in one-on-one matches.
The gameplay revolves around boxing matches, with players using a combination of punches and special moves to knock out their opponents. The game features a variety of fighters, each with unique abilities and strengths. Players can also engage in tournaments and battle it out in the ring against other opponents.
UPC-A:
5037930070013 (Europe)
Part #:
SLES-50010 (Europe)
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Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
How to Play
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 (READY 2 RUMBLE BOXING: ROUND 2) disc label-side up. Press the open button again to close the disc tray.
Attach game controllers and other peripherals as appropriate. Follow on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for software usage information.
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MEMORY CARD slot 2
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MEMORY CARD slot 1
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USB connector
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S400 i.LINK connector
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controller port 1
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controller port 2
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disc tray
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RESET button
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(OPEN) button
MAIN MENU
At the game's Title Screen, press the START button to access the Main Menu. Highlight your selection and press to access the sub-menu or game mode.
ARCADE MODE
This mode is for those who want to get in the ring and fight. Select 1 or 2 players, choose your boxers, and start fighting! More information is on Page 9.
CHAMPIONSHIP MODE
Train your boxers in your own gym. Earn money by winning fights. If your boxer is ready, enter them in a Title Fight (if earned). More details are available on Pages 13-17.
TOURNAMENT MODE
Host your own tournament to find out who the local tough guy (or girl) is. Up to eight players can participate! Check out Pages 18-19 for all the info.
TEAM BATTLE MODE
Send your selected boxers into the ring to square off against an opposing team. The first team to beat the other team's boxers is the winner! More information is on Page 20.
OPTIONS
Adjust the game's volume, configure your controller, and more! Check out the next two pages for complete details.
OPTIONS MENU
Before you start playing, you might want to adjust a few game options. Highlight OPTIONS at the Main Menu and press .
To adjust an option, highlight it using the directional buttons or left stick. Then, press Left or Right to adjust the option. To change the controller configuration, highlight CONTROLLERS and press .
SKILL LEVEL
This controls the game difficulty. Select from EASY, MEDIUM, or HARD.
KNOCKDOWNS
This determines how many times you can be knocked down before losing. Select from 1 to 10 knockdowns.
ROUNDS
Set the number of rounds (1 to 12) in your bout.
ROUND TIME
How long do you want each round to last? Select from 15 seconds to 180 seconds (3 minutes).
ADJUST SOUND
This sub-menu allows you to raise or lower the volume of the game's different sounds. Adjust the volumes of Sound Effects, Selection Sounds, Music, Crowd Noise, and Cornermen on a scale from 0% (no volume) to 100% (highest volume). You can also adjust the Audio to be in Stereo or Mono sound.
CONTROLLERS
This option allows you to change the configuration of your controller. To change your controller configuration, press Up and Down on the directional buttons or left stick to highlight different buttons. To change a button, highlight the one to be changed and press the one you wish to use.
To restore the controller configuration to its normal (default) setting, highlight NORMAL and press . When you're all set, highlight BACK and press .
ADJUST SCREEN
This sub-menu allows you to Center and Rotate the display to fit any television. You can also adjust the screen Skew and Pinch. Use the directional buttons to adjust the screen settings.
You can also adjust the Brightness and Contrast of the game. If you make a mistake, highlight MAKE SCREEN NORMAL and press to restore the screen to its initial or default settings.
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INITIAL SETTINGS
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ADJUST SCREEN SIZE
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CENTER SCREEN
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ROTATE SCREEN
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ADJUST SCREEN SKEW
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ADJUST SCREEN PINCH
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MAKE SCREEN NORMAL
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BRIGHTNESS 50%
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CONTRAST 50%
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ACCEPT
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MOVE CHANGE, SELECT. CANCEL &
Highlight this and press to restore the game options to their initial (default) settings.
ARCADE MODE SELECTION
If you want to start boxing right away, select Arcade Mode from the Main Menu and press . Next, choose whether you want to play either a One Player game against an AI (Artificial Intelligence or computer-controlled) opponent or a Two Player game against a friend (or foe). Highlight one and press .
ONE PLAYER GAMES
The object of a One Player game is to box your way up to the title of World Champion. It's a long road, but well worth the trip if you're tough enough.
TWO PLAYER GAMES
There are no classes or Title Bouts to worry about here, just punching and blocking against another player. This version of Arcade Mode is basically a "versus" mode way of playing.
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NOTE: In order to play a Two Player game, you must select TWO PLAYERS. A second player may not "challenge" another player during a One Player game.
PLAYING THE GAME
CHOOSE YOUR BOXER
When you select boxers in Arcade Mode, highlight them and press X to select them. If you highlight them and press O, you can change that boxer's costume. Each
Controls
L2 button
N/A
L1 button
N/A
R2 button
N/A
R1 button
N/A
directional buttons
N/A
left analog stick
N/A
L3 button
N/A
SELECT button
N/A
ANALOG mode switch
N/A
START button
N/A
right analog stick
N/A
R3 button
N/A
A button
N/A
O button
N/A
X button
N/A
button
N/A
X
make selections (menu navigation)
A
go back to the previous menu screen
Directional buttons or left stick
MOVE BOXER
R1
HIGH BLOCK
R2
LOW BLOCK
START
PAUSE GAME
SELECT
CHANGE CAMERA ANGLE
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BODY BLOW
+ X
LOW HOOK
↑+
HIGH HOOK
+ R1 or R2
DODGE
Double Tap R1
High Parry
Double Tap R2
Low Parry
+, +, +, +or+
TAUNT OPPONENT
Enemies & Characters
AFRO THUNDER
Afro Thunder returns to boxing after a career in action films, motivated by a bitter family rivalry with his cousin, G. C. Thunder. Despite a temporary dip in boxing skills, his showmanship and stage presence are finely tuned for a headline-making comeback.
SELENE STRIKE
Selene Strike is fighting her way back after a setback against Mama Tua, having regained confidence and added new boxing techniques by utilizing her gymnastic skills and strength training.
BORIS "THE BEAR" KNOKIMOV
Boris "The Bear" Knokimov, an opportunist, returns to the ring after a three-year endorsement blitz, seeking to lengthen his fame and capitalize on his boxing prominence with renewed vigor and sponsorships.
BUTCHER BROWN
Banned for two years for using "The Devastator" knockout punch, Butcher Brown has been reinstated and is physically ready to fight, but must now find mental discipline without his retired mentor to regain the championship.
ANGEL "RAGING" RIVERA
Angel "Raging" Rivera, known for his showmanship, is a champion who evolved from a pugilistic purist to embrace style after a loss, proving that style points contribute to success.
MAMA TUA
Mama Tua, a 400-pound competitor, entered boxing by accident but possesses a natural affinity for handling heavyweights, evident from her family's boxing skills and her experience raising her boxer-turned-wrestler son.
JOEY T.
Joey T. honed his boxing skills as a ruthless hitman and has improved his boxing skills after a humiliating defeat to Lulu Valentine. He has added a new arsenal of punches to complement his bone-crushing blows.
JET "IRON" CHIN
Jet "Iron" Chin parlayed his popularity and success into a prosperous boxing school, training some of the greatest boxers. He believes his experience as a boxer combined with his savvy as a trainer has made him a more complete fighter.
LULU VALENTINE
Lulu Valentine is known for her boxing and fashion design, possessing the fastest punch on the circuit. She brings excitement to the canvas with her boxing prowess and signature fashion statements.
J. R. FLURRY
J. R. Flurry, once dubbed "The Prodigal Pugilist," has tossed aside his arrogant ways and now presents a big challenge to opponents with his refined skills and superior knowledge of boxing.
JOHNNY "BAD" BLOOD
Johnny "Bad" Blood, a sheepherder by lifestyle, has also engaged in fierce battles in pubs and alleys, combining savage Maori fighting ways with disciplined control to measure up to his brother's past successes.
"BIG" WILLY JOHNSON
"Big" Willy Johnson is a gritty, old-school boxer who has adapted to modern techniques, making him a diverse and complete boxer who often confuses one-dimensional foes.
FREAK E. DEKE
New to the tournament is the uncanny, punk rocker Freak E. Deke, sporting a pair of protective goggles and a mohawk. Many underestimate the ability and experience of this wiry, frenetic boxer who wants to turn the Rumble Tournament to anarchy.
G. C. THUNDER
G. C. Thunder may be a tad diminutive, but he's no lightweight when it comes to boxing or flamboyant fashion. He uses his boxing success as a vehicle for opening a chain of hair facilities and claims he'll become the next world champion.
WILD "STUBBY" CORLEY
After losing his left hand in a freak rodeo accident, the gritty Corley was fitted with an artificial glove and discovered an odd ability for boxing. He is dedicated to boxing and is out to prove to the world that he'll be able to beat the best with just one real hand.
FREEDOM BROCK
Brock's life's work is surfing, and boxing finances his surfing excursions. Although he's laid-back, Brock gets pretty motivated when he hits the canvas, and his unorthodox fighting style has defeated many local surfers.
ROCKET SAMCHAY
Rocket Samchay has only one eye after losing the other courtesy of Angel "Raging" Rivera's thumb. Having honed his skills among some of the greatest Asian fighters, Samchay brings a special resiliency in his quest to succeed in the Rumble Tournament.
ROBOX RESE-4
ROBOX RESE-4 is an enhanced version of an aerobic boxing cardio-fitness machine, designed to advertise for ROBOX. It is able to take punishment and, when prompted, hand some back.
MICHAEL JACKSON
A special hidden boxer who can be unlocked by winning games in Arcade Mode.
SHAQUILLE O'NEAL
A special hidden boxer who can be unlocked by winning games in Arcade Mode.
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