SOS: The Final Escape
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(Playstation 2 - PAL, Action & Adventure)
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Developed_By:
Irem
Published_By:
Agetec
Released On:
28 Feb 2003
SOS: The Final Escape is an action-adventure game that follows the story of a man who wakes up on a mysterious island with no memory of who he is or how he got there. As he tries to escape, he uncovers clues about his past and must confront his enemies in order to survive.
The gameplay involves exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat. The player controls the protagonist as he navigates through the island, fighting off enemies and solving puzzles to unlock new areas. The game features a mix of action and strategy, requiring the player to think carefully about their next move.
UPC-A:
093992090708 (Germany
Italy)
Part #:
SLES 51301 (Germany
Italy)
Media #:
SLES-51301 (Germany
Italy)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a narrative-driven adventure game set in the futuristic metropolis of Capital City on Stiver Island. Players assume the role of Keith Helm, a new editor, whose arrival in the city is abruptly interrupted by a tragic event, kicking off a story of mystery and intrigue.
Story
Story
The year is 2001. After ten years of secret construction, the Government announced the completion of a top-secret project in the Pacific Ocean. This project was the artificial island known as Stiver Island.
Using revolutionary technology, the Government's top engineers transformed a small rock spur into a thriving man-made island with a state-of-the-art metropolis. This achievement surpassed all previous architectural accomplishments, including the pyramids of Egypt.
The technology allowed construction in an ocean depth previously considered unusable by modern standards. The advanced methods were also significantly cheaper and faster than current construction techniques. Government officials believed this technology would be invaluable to countries facing overcrowding and population explosions, drawing significant attention to the island.
Officials saw this technology as a valuable export. To demonstrate its strength and durability and gain credibility from global scientists and leaders, they moved some government administrative functions to Stiver Island. This is why the city on Stiver Island is called "Capital City."
A few years later, Capital City is still known as the City of the Future.
The Year 2005
Keith Helm is traveling to Capital City for his dream job as editor for the prestigious Town Crier Newspaper. This is his first visit to Capital City.
As his train crosses the long bridge from C.C. Airport (located on another island) to Capital City, he slips into a daydream. Keith gazes at the city's famous skyline from his window, marveling at its beauty.
He closes his eyes briefly, feeling the sun on his face and smelling the salty ocean breeze. He listens to the noisy seagulls squawking above the waves.
Within moments, Keith's world is tragically turned upside down forever.
Controls
left analog stick
Control Character movement
directional buttons
Control Character movement
L3 button
Revert first person view to straight and level
button
Access the item menu
X button
Action/confirm selections/check/take/speak
L1 button
Shout
right analog stick
Rotate camera
L2 button
Assume the bracing position (avoid being knocked over and injured)
R1 button
View map
START button
Pause game
R3 button
Access the map screen
How to Play
Starting a Game
Please choose your language at the Language Selection screen.
Title Screen
Press the START button to display the main menu options. Use the directional buttons or left analog stick to highlight menu selections. Press the button to confirm a selection.
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NEW GAME: Begin a new game.
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LOAD GAME: Load a saved game.
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???: Special feature available upon completion of the game.
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OPTION: Adjust various game related settings.
New Game
Select this menu option to begin a new game and select the difficulty level (NORMAL/HARD).
Load Game
Select this menu option to load previously saved game data. Use the directional buttons or left analog stick to highlight the desired saved data file. Press the button to confirm selection.
Data Save
While exploring the game world, your character will come across water spigots. These can be used to quench their thirst, fill bottles with water and also provide an opportunity to save game progress.
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Approach a water spigot and press the button.
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When the menu appears, use the ↑↓ directional buttons or left analog stick to highlight the [SAVE] option.
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Press the button to confirm and access the [DATA SAVE] screen.
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Use the directional buttons or left analog stick to highlight a data save file and press the button to save game data to the selected file.
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Up to ten separate save game files can be created.
Note on Saving
320KB of free space on a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) is required in order to save game data. Make sure to insert the memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) into MEMORY CARD slot 1. Saving game data to an existing file causes the previously saved data to be overwritten.
Option Menu
The [OPTION] menu can be accessed from both the main and item menus.
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SOUND: Adjust sound settings (MONO/STEREO/HEADPHONES).
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VIBRATION: Turn the analog controller (DUALSHOCK®2) vibration function ON/OFF.
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CONTROLLER: Make adjustments to the default controller settings.
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SCREEN POSITION: Adjust the position of the game screen on the TV monitor.
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BRIGHTNESS: Optimize the TV monitor's brightness level for best viewing.
Headphone Safety Note
Prior to playing the game wearing headphones, please make sure you have carefully read the operating instructions and safety precautions included with them and set the volume to a moderate level to avoid hearing impairment.
Game System
Always plan the next move according to the ongoing circumstances the character is facing. Take time to look around and understand the surrounding area before deciding on a particular course of action. Rushing into situations recklessly could prove to have fatal consequences.
Thirst Gauge
Keep a close eye on the character's thirst gauge! The thirst gauge reflects the character's need for water. This gauge diminishes over time as the character exerts energy exploring and moving around.
A character's movement speed and ability to perform strenuous activities is impaired as their thirst grows. Avoid depleting the thirst gauge by drinking whatever water can be found and storing water in bottles for future use.
Bracing
Brace yourself! Tremors that occur during the game have the potential to knock the character off their feet and injure them. Assume the bracing position (press and hold the R1 button) to avoid sustaining damage during tremors.
The bracing options available to the character depend on their location when a tremor strikes. When in the bracing position, the character is unable to move. Assume the bracing position to "ride out" tremors.
The frequent and sizable tremors that occur throughout the course of the game can hinder the character's progress. Decisive decision-making and precise controller operation are required to recover from these occurrences.
Cling
Hide
Shout
The character must shout on certain occasions! The character can establish contact with other people trapped in the city by shouting. Performed at the right time, a shout will be heard by others.
Run
RUNNING FROM DANGER IS A FUNDAMENTAL SURVIVAL TACTIC! Sometimes, a split-second decision is all that stands between life and death.
Climb
CLIMB OVER OBSTRUCTIONS TO CONTINUE THE JOURNEY! Oftentimes the character will encounter areas blocked by rubble. Climb over obstructions blocking the way in order to advance.
Traverse
USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN TRAVERSING CERTAIN AREAS! One false step could prove fatal.
Transportation
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ALTERNATE MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION! Alternate means of transportation can make getting around the island much easier. Sometimes they are required to reach areas that would otherwise be inaccessible.
Enemies & Characters
KEITH HELM
Keith is a 25-year-old reporter for the Town Crier Newspaper, en route to Capital City for a new job when disaster struck.
KAREN MORRIS
Karen is a 20-year-old college sophomore in Capital City, on her way to the airport for an overseas trip when disaster struck Stiver Island.
GREG BACH
Greg is a 30-year-old freelance photojournalist who remained in Capital City to cover the disaster and stumbled upon a new lead.
KELLY AUSTIN
Kelly is a 17-year-old high school student in Capital City, searching for her brother who has been missing since the first tremors.
ERIC LU
Eric is a Police Officer stationed in Capital City, continuing efforts to evacuate citizens stranded by the disaster.
JOHN PATTON
John is a doctor at Santa Katrina Hospital in Capital City, who chose to remain behind and provide emergency care for injured citizens.
CHARLIE BAXTER
Charlie is an experienced lawyer who was injured in the disaster and is waiting to be rescued.
TERRY STIVER
Terry is the chief planner of Stiver Island and director of Stiver Island Control.
Tips & Maps
Lucas Canal
A canal named after Lucas.
Central Tower Bldg.
A building known as the Central Tower.
Stiver Island Control
A control center located on Stiver Island.
May Stadium
A stadium named May Stadium.
Windrunner Park
A park named Windrunner Park.
Christophe Construction Bldg.
A building belonging to Christophe Construction.
Lincoln Plaza
A plaza named Lincoln Plaza.
Town Crier News Bldg.
A building for the Town Crier News.
Rubert Street
A street named Rubert Street.
Klebanov Street
A street named Klebanov Street.
Santa Katrina Hospital
A hospital named Santa Katrina Hospital.
Andrews Railroad/Park Avenue
A railroad named Andrews Railroad, also known as Park Avenue.
Lucas Street
A street named Lucas Street.
Fury Street
A street named Fury Street.
Kelly's House
The house belonging to Kelly.
Main Harbor Station
The main station at the harbor.
Olson Street
A street named Olson Street.
Karen's House
The house belonging to Karen.
Construction Area
An area currently under construction.
Jude Street
A street named Jude Street.
Jewelry Shop
A shop that sells jewelry.
Joseph Street
A street named Joseph Street.
Hope Street
A street named Hope Street.
Girard Street
A street named Girard Street.
Main Street
The primary street in the area.
Patrick James Park
A park named after Patrick James.
Patrick James Street
A street named after Patrick James.
Amusement Park
A park with rides and entertainment.
Angelino Restaurant
A restaurant named Angelino.
Items & Weapons
BOTTLE M
A medium sized plastic water bottle. Holds three servings of water.
FIRST AID
Fully recovers the character's HP gauge.
RESCUE PACK
Worn on the shoulder, this emergency kit contains water and gauze. A variety of different size bags/packs can be discovered throughout the course of the game.
C HELMET
Worn on the head, this construction-grade helmet protects the character from injury caused by falling debris.
GLOVES
A sturdy pair of gloves that offer protection against sharp, dangerous materials. Gloves also prevent fatigue when hanging from objects by your fingertips.
RADIO
A small portable radio that allows the character to listen to disaster report updates.
CROWBAR
Use the crowbar to pry open jammed doors and gain access to new areas.
TORCH
Fashioned by combining other items together, the torch enables the character to illuminate a wide area.
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