Getting Started
Set up your PlayStation® game console according to the Instruction Manual. Make sure the power is OFF before inserting or removing a compact disc. Insert the "Evil Dead: Hail To The King" disc and close the Disc Cover. Insert a game controller and then turn ON the PlayStation game console. Follow the on-screen instructions to start a game. Memory Cards
To save game progress, insert a MEMORY CARD into MEMORY CARD slot 1 of the PlayStation game console before starting play. You can load saved games from any MEMORY CARD containing previously saved Evil Dead: Hail To The King™ games. For more information on saving and loading games, go to page 17 (Saving/Loading Games).
Controls
Note: DUALSHOCK™ analog controller only: Toggle the vibration function ON/OFF by using the Option mode > Vibration setting. The Vibration setting is not effected by the controller's analog mode switch.
Menu Controls
Options
Select this to display the Options Screen. There are six options from which to choose:
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Vibration — Turn the DUALSHOCK™ analog controller rumble feature ON or OFF.
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Sound Mode — Toggle between STEREO and MONO sound.
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Volume — Adjust the sound volume in the game.
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Credits — View the credits.
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Exit — Return to the Main Menu.
Use the Directional Button (or) or the Left analog Stick to change the settings.
Being Ash (Ain't Bad)
Being Ash ain't too bad... except for the unfortunate link to hordes of evil.
On-Screen Game Information
A health bar indicating Ash's current level of health will drop down in the upper-left corner of the screen when needed. If there is an enemy on screen, it is likely that the health bar will be displayed since the enemy will be trying to put the hurt down.
The green health bar will decrease to the left as health diminishes. Less green, less Ash.
Health, Power-ups and Objects
Just when it seems like all hope (or ammo) is gone, you can probably find a nearby item that will help you. To pick up an item in the environment, walk up to the object and press button. The inventory screen will be displayed and you can select what you'd like to do with the item. Various items include:
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Health — Look for first aid kits, various food items and mushrooms that can be converted into food once you have found the handy-dandy Wolverine Survival Guide.
Map
This option allows you to view a map of the area. Your current position is indicated by a yellow dot on the map.
Chest
Select this option to move items to and from your inventory into one of the Inventory Chests that can be found throughout the game. To do so, step in front of the chest and press the button to display your inventory and the contents of the chest.
To move an item, select it using the yellow cursor and press the button. Then move the blue cursor to the empty slot in which you want to move the item. Press button to move the item.
Hit SELECT or use the Inv option to return to the main Inventory Screen.
Save
You can save your progress to a Memory Card whenever you are at an Inventory Chest and have a blank Save Tape in your inventory. Use the Directional Buttons to move the cursor and select an available slot.
Press the button to save the game.
Health Meter
The Inventory Screen has two health indicators for Ash - a meter and a picture of Ash's face. The more wounded the face, the more wounded is Ash.
The lower the green bar, the less health Ash has. Use health items to replenish Ash's health.
Weapons
At the top of the Main Inventory Screen are five weapon slots. The first slot permanently contains the chainsaw.
Beneath the chainsaw icon is a red bar that indicates the current level of fuel in the chainsaw. The bar will decrease to the left as fuel is consumed. If you have gas cans in your inventory, you can refill the chainsaw by selecting a gas can in the inventory and pressing the button. The remaining four slots are used to display available weapons. The full standard weapon suite includes an axe, pistol, shotgun and rifle. Once a weapon is found, it is automatically added to its slot. Beneath projectile weapons is a small white number that indicates the number of rounds remaining in the weapon. As rounds are used, the number decreases. If you have ammo in your inventory, you can reload a projectile weapon by selecting the appropriate ammo item in the inventory and pressing the button. Upgrade parts can be found throughout the game and used to modify the standard weapons. To use an upgrade kit, select it from your inventory, move the blue cursor to the weapon you wish to upgrade, then press the button. The weapon icon will change to reflect the upgraded weapon.
Once a weapon is upgraded, the appropriate ammo will become available as items are found throughout the game.