GETTING STARTED
STARTING UP
Sonic Mega Collection Plus is a collection of games for 1 to 2 players using DUALSHOCK®2 and DUALSHOCK® analog controller. Connect the analog controller(s) to controller port 1 and 2 depending on the number of players participating. Two-player games are played either simultaneously or alternating (played in turns). DUALSHOCK®2 Analog Controller Configurations
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left analog stick (L3 button when pushed down)
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right analog stick (R3 button when pushed down)
*Note: Illustration may not match all PlayStation 2 console types. For owners of SCPH-70000 series PlayStation 2 systems, refer to the setup instructions supplied with your system. Set up your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system according to the instructions in its Instruction Manual. Make sure the MAIN POWER switch (located on the back of the console) is turned on. Press the RESET button.
When the power indicator lights up, press the OPEN button and the disc tray will open. Place the Sonic Mega Collection Plus disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up. Press the OPEN button again and the disc tray will close. Attach game controllers 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)
This game is a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) compatible game. To save your game, a minimum of 455KB of free space is required to create a Setting Data (180KB or more) and Game Data (275KB or more per game). Do not switch the power to OFF or remove the memory card while saving.
Previously saved Setting Data (Controller Configuration, game logs, saved games for Sonic the Hedgehog 3, etc.) and Game Data (up to 20 different saved games) will load once you press the START button on the Title Screen. If you have no existing data on your memory card, there will be an option to create a Setting Data for Sonic Mega Collection Plus before you start this game. Please note that once the data is loaded from one memory card, interchanging the memory card will not automatically load the existing data, therefore, saving the data will overwrite your existing data.
Progressive Mode
This game can be set to display a higher resolution image on TVs that support progressive scan display such as HDTVs. To use the progressive mode, you need a TV that accepts this type of input, and a Component AV Cable (for PlayStation®2).
Controller Notes
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Controls are all set in ANALOG mode (mode indicator: ON) and cannot be switched to digital mode by using the ANALOG mode button.
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Please note that Controller Configuration DEFAULT 1 is used in this game manual.
STARTING THE GAME
OPTIONS
In the Options Menu, use ↑↓ to select an item and press the button to enter. To return to the Main Menu, select EXIT and press the button.
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HINTS: List of secret commands based on your progress, plus other useful tips.
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CREDITS: This game was made possible by the staff you find here.
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CONTROLLER CONFIGURATION: Choose from configuration DEFAULT 1, DEFAULT 2, or DEFAULT 3.
GAME SCORE
All enemies are worth 100 points. Defeating Dr. Robotnik at the end of a Zone earns you 1,000 points. Both a Time Bonus and a Ring Bonus will be added to your final score when available. •
TIME BONUS: Bonus based on how much time it took to clear the Act.
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RING BONUS: Bonus determined by the number of Rings you had in the end of an Act. The scoring featured above does not apply to Sonic 3D Blast, Sonic Spinball, Dr. Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine, some Game Gear games, and other unlockable games. PAUSE MENU
Once you enter a game from the Game Menu, press the R1 button at any time to display the Pause Menu. Use ↑↓ to select a menu item below and press the button.
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RESUME: Continue on with your current game.
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GAME TITLE: Reset your current game – start over from the Title Screen.
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SAVE GAME DATA: Save your current game (up to 20 different saved games).
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LOAD GAME DATA: Load previously saved Game Data.
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CONTROLLER CONFIGURATION: Change the button assignments.
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VIEW HINTS: See secret commands based on your progress, plus other useful tips.
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EXIT: Quit your current game and return to the Main Menu.
COMMON GAME CONTROLS
The following game controls are common to the Sonic the Hedgehog series and Sonic & Knuckles featured in Sonic Mega Collection Plus. Press the START button during gameplay to pause your game. •
Use ←→ to run, and keep holding either direction down to accelerate even more. Quickly press in the opposite direction to brake your dash.
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Press ↓ while in motion to perform a spin (attack move), and press the X, O, or