Kevin Keegan's Player Manager
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(Super Nintendo - PAL, Soccer)
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Developed_By:
Anco Software Ltd.
Published_By:
Imagineer Co. Ltd.
Released On:
30 Nov 1993
Kevin Keegan's Player Manager is a football management sim that combines with the Kick Off game. The game features several skill levels, including Challenge Cup and practice options. Players can choose from three management skill levels, three division league, and two Cup competitions.
The gameplay involves managing your team, making tactical decisions on the pitch, and negotiating with players to keep them happy. You can also watch and get computer-predicted results if you prefer not to play on the pitch.
eBay Product ID:
56271486 (United Kingdom)
Nintendo Media PN:
SNSP-PJ-UKV (United Kingdom)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
How to Play
Introduction
Player Manager uses a specially modified version of KICK OFF to test managerial decisions where it counts, on the pitch. End to end action tests your playing and managerial skills to the limit. Playing on the pitch, as you control the nearest player to the ball, your skill and experience as a controller can be an immense advantage but not for long.
A handicap system ensures that the long term rewards are not only based on your skill as a KICK OFF player but require managerial skills in equal measure. A manager must continually strengthen his squad. A lively transfer market ensures that you have ample opportunity to do so.
You must keep a strict eye on your finances as failure to do so may mean dismissal. Success on the field is rewarded with an increase in gate revenue, perhaps sponsorship or T.V. coverage. This in turn raises team morale and generates funds for strengthening the squad. Prolonged failure on the pitch can result in transfer requests, falling gates etc. and eventually the sack.
Synopsis
There are three divisions in the league with 16 teams in each division. Two teams are relegated and two teams are promoted. There are also 2 Cup Competitions.
Player Manager is played in REAL TIME. The managers of the remaining 47 clubs are playing games, buying and selling players and seeking success. For instance a player on the transfer market may be snapped up by another Manager if you hesitate. If you bid for a player, you may face counter bidding from other managers.
At the heart of the game is the squad and how you handle it. Some pointers for possible success are given below:
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Keep a keen eye on the attributes and skills of each player. As they gain experience, the skills change and it is worth while experimenting with the positions in which you play certain players.
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Study the tactics you adopt and see if you have suitable players. For example, if you use tactics depending on fast wing attack, have you a player with pace and good passing ability? If not, either change the tactics or buy a new player.
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Promising young players are on the market and they are relatively cheap. If you buy one, take care not to over use him as you may burn him out. Nurture a young player carefully to get the best out of him and keep his morale high.
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Keep a very close eye on the team morale. It can fluctuate quite a bit. A player's morale can suffer considerably if he is not selected. He may request a transfer. Watch out for the expiry of contracts. A player nearing the end of his contract can cause problems.
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Watch out for the disciplinary points. A 4th yellow card is penalised by an automatic 2 match suspension. A player receiving a red card gets a 3 match suspension. You must bear in mind the forthcoming fixtures i.e. a cup game before you use a player requiring only 1 or 2 yellow cards before a suspension.
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Injuries are a real headache for a Manager. A player recovering from injury should be treated with care. A full game may do long term injury to a player. However, if you are unable to field a team due to injury, suspensions etc., reserve players will be made available.
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Study the transfer market carefully with a view to strengthening your squad. Put unwanted players on the market at the earliest possible opportunity. Of course the best players are very seldom put on the transfer list. You can instruct your scout to seek out a particular type of player you need. He may also spot an exceptional talent or unsettled players in other clubs.
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The decision to play, watch or ask for a predicted result is difficult. If you are a good player of KICK OFF, it is worthwhile to play the game. The predicted result is based on the relative strengths of the squad and tactics used. If you watch, the game is actually played by the computer Vs computer and in a game of soccer, the unexpected can happen. e.g. your best player may get a red card or an injury.
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Player Manager can be a very deep game. Over many seasons, it will give you years of enjoyment. With 26 different set ups and 3 skill levels, you have totally different challenge facing you each time. Set up E is a good one giving you a nicely balanced team. On the other hand if you would like to experience sheer purgatory, you can try set up L.
Menu Navigation Rule
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YOU CANNOT QUIT A MENU IF THE CURSOR IS A PENCIL
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Press START button to display the opening menu.
Opening Menu Options
Four options are displayed:
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NEW GAME
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CONTINUE GAME
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PRACTICE
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KICK OFF
New Game Setup
This option launches your management career as a Player Manager. You are an International Capped player nearing the end of your playing career. You can play on the pitch if you wish and in the lower division, use your superior skills as player to win matches and thus promotion. Remember! your skills and physical attributes deteriorate with age.
You can start in 2nd or 3rd division. You have a choice of management skill levels. The level determines the ease with which you get promotion to the next division. The climb up the next division remains tough. At easy level, fines for crowd trouble are relatively rare.
You can change your Club Name, Manager Name and the Starting Date. Option to select a particular SET UP opens new horizons.
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Changing Names and Date: Select the icon to be edited. The cursor will change to a pencil. Use the keyboard to input the characters or numerals. "CL" deletes the current name or date. "ENTER" terminates the input and returns the pencil to the normal cursor.
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Controls
Mouse or Joypad
Use in Managerial Section
Joypad only
Use in Kick Off
Move the cursor to the required item and press button B
Selecting Menu Item
START button
Quitting Menu
B Button
Right Button
SELECT Button
MUSIC On/Off
Joypad (8 directions)
Player movement
Button B (while ball is in the air)
Make the controlled player jump (for headers)
Joypad (while player is in the air)
Direct the header
Button B or A (while ball is on the ground)
Sliding tackle
Button B
Shoot the ball in the direction the player is facing
Button B (before touching the ball)
Trap the ball (for passing)
Joypad (after trapping) and release button
Pass the ball in the chosen direction
L or R button (before getting to the ball)
Automatic pass in the direction the player is facing
X, Y or A (while dribbling)
Chip the ball
X, Y or A button (while ball is in the air)
Overhead Kick
Joypad Left and Right (immediately after shooting)
Bends the ball (After Touch)
Joypad Forward (immediately after shooting)
Dips the ball (After Touch)
Joypad Reverse (immediately after shooting)
Raises the ball (After Touch)
Joypad Left or Right (defending a penalty)
Keeper dives left or right
Button B (when players have stopped moving during goal kick)
Take control of the goal kick and display selection box
Button B or Button A (in goal kick box)
Select the required icon
Button B (on bottom row of goal kick box)
Keeper throws the ball to the nearest player in the direction of the arrows
Button A (on bottom row of goal kick box)
Keeper rolls the ball to the nearest player
Button B (during set pieces)
Take control of the set piece and display action box
Button B (as soon as players stop moving during free kick)
Take control of the free kick
Joypad to any five forward positions and press button B
Take control of throw in (holding button longer increases throw distance)
Button (during penalty kick)
Player starts run for the penalty kick (holding longer makes the kick higher)
Short tap on B button (during penalty kick)
Keep the ball on the ground
Joypad Up/Down (during substitution screen)
Select one of the substitutes
Joypad Left/Right (during substitution screen)
Scan through the shirt numbers to be substituted
Button B (during substitution screen)
Make the substitution
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