Mechwarrior 2
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Developed_By:
Quantum Factory Inc
Published_By:
Activision
Released On:
01 Mar 1997
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You are the genetically engineered Clan Mechwarrior. Mechwarrior II is set in a world where the Clans are invading the Inner Sphere. Join either the Wolf Clan or the Jade Falcon Clan as they pursue their own agenda against the Inner Sphere and other Clans. Take your advanced Omnimechs into battle against all comers. Win high warrior ratings (by using less mechs or smaller mechs than needed, completing secondary objectives, etc.) and you'll get a chance at a promotion trial where you face superior odds in an arena. If you win, you advance in rank. If you are very successful, you can make it all the way up to Khan, leader of the Clan.
Mechwarrior II was developed in-house by Activision as the successor to their original game. While this time there is no dynamic campaign and mercenary actions, the Clan culture is integrated into the two campaigns. Different clans have different mechs and different rules, even different weapons. You can customize your mechs in order to use less than the "par" force in order to get a higher rating. The game features full 3D environments. The addition of NetMech allowed users to fight each other online.
When 3D cards came along, special versions of the game were created to take advantage of 3D texturing.
Mechwarrior II was released on February 28th, 1997 for the Playstation. It falls under the genre of Simulation.
UPC-A:
047875550926 (United States)
ISBN-10:
0873211502 (United States)
eBay Product ID:
2162 (United States)
ASIN:
B00002STJG (United States)
Sony PN:
SLUS-00401 (United States)
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Number of Offline Players:
1 Player
Number of Players Supported:
1 Player
Controller Types Supported:
Analog Joystick
Save Game Methods:
Password, External Storage
Input Devices Supported/Optional:
Gamepad, Joystick
Joysticks Supported:
PlayStation Analog Joystick (SCPH-1110)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a mech combat game where players pilot powerful war machines. The Firemoth excels at hit-and-run tactics with its speed, while the Kit Fox offers a more durable, heavily armed option for close-quarters combat. Players will engage in tactical battles, utilizing each mech's unique strengths to outmaneuver and destroy opponents.
Story
Firemoth
The Firemoth excels at "Hit and Run" tactics and can hold its own against any light 'Mech. Its exceptional speed allows it to attack at close range.
It effectively uses its short-range missiles and medium lasers regardless of the opponent's actions. A popular tactic is to race behind the enemy and cut down opposing 'Mechs before they are aware of its presence.
After delivering its deadly payload, the Firemoth can quickly slip back behind friendly lines, leaving any remaining foes far behind.
Kit Fox
Death comes in small packages. The Kit Fox's arsenal packs awesome weaponry into a small chassis.
Primary firepower comes from the LB-XAC-2 Autocannon mounted on the right arm, and the extended-range medium laser in its left. A small pulse laser and streak SSRM-4 missiles round out its punch at short range.
While not as quick as the Firemoth, its advanced firepower and stronger armor provide more durability in close combat.
Controls
2
Pitch Down
3
Fire Weapon
¥
accept menu option
D-Pad up/down
navigate menu options
Start
pause game
Select
access in-game reset menu
Up
Pitch Up
Down
Throttle Reverse
Left
Movement Left
Right
Movement Right
Forward
Throttle Forward
Fire
Fire
Select Weapon
Select Weapon
Pause
Pause
Objectives
Mission Objectives
Jump Jet
Launch Jump Jet
Zoom
Zoom
Torso Left
Torso Left
Torso Right
Torso Right
Jump Jet & Recenter Torso
Jump Jet & Recenter Torso
Target
Target
Reverse
Reverse
Recenter Torso
Recenter Torso
Recenter Torso & Jump Jet
Recenter Torso & Jump Jet
How to Play
Soft Reset
To reset the game and return to the title screen, press the Start and Select buttons simultaneously for two seconds.
Instructions
When you turn on the PlayStation game console, you will see an introductory sequence. This sequence can be interrupted by pressing the Start button.
Whether you interrupt the introductory sequence or not, you will eventually come to the Title Screen.
The Title Screen
Press the Start button to go to the main menu.
The Main Menu
The Main Menu screen has seven menu options which you can highlight and select.
Wolf
When you select the Wolf Clan, you will see an introductory movie for the Wolf Clan and then be taken to the Wolf Clan Hall. In the Wolf Clan Hall, you can select one of three campaigns.
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Trial of Refusal (16 missions)
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Wolf's Dragoons (four missions)
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Freebirth Trials (four missions)
You can D-Pad left/right to select the 'Mech you want to pilot in the first mission. Trial of Refusal is the standard campaign from the original MechWarrior 2 game. Wolf's Dragoons and Freebirth Trials are new bonus mini-campaigns created exclusively for the MechWarrior 2 Arcade Combat Edition.
Falcon
When you select the Jade-Falcon Clan, you will see an introductory movie for the Jade-Falcon Clan and then be taken to the Jade-Falcon Clan Hall. In the Jade-Falcon Clan Hall, you can select one of three campaigns.
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Trial of Refusal (16 missions)
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Crusader Trials (4 missions)
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Inner Sphere Trials (four missions)
You can D-Pad left/right to select the 'Mech you want to pilot in the first mission. Trial of Refusal is the standard campaign from the original MechWarrior 2 game. Crusader Trials and Inner Sphere Trials are new bonus mini-campaigns created exclusively for the MechWarrior 2 Arcade Combat Edition.
Instant Action
For those of you who just can't wait to jump into the action, Instant Action mode is for you. At the Instant Action menu screen, D-Pad left/right to select the 'Mech you want to pilot in combat.
D-Pad up/down to choose a planet for battle, and press the X button to go to the 'Mech configuration screen. At the 'Mech configuration screen, you can choose a different 'Mech, choose a different weapon variant, or group your weapons. Pressing the X button again will take you directly into combat.
Training
When you select Training, you will be taken to the Training Main menu. At the Training Main menu, you have six menu options to help you hone your skills.
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Objectives
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'Mech Handling
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Weapon Usage
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Hunting
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Inspection
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Trial Test
In each case, you will enter a mission with a trainer who will help you improve your combat skills and get a feel for handling a 'Mech. To successfully complete the training missions, you may want to select a controller configuration with torso twist and targeting from the Options menu.
Load Game
At the Load Game menu, press up/down on the D-Pad to highlight a previously saved game and press the X button to select. To play an old mission from a previously saved game, highlight the game file and press the O button.
D-Pad up/down to select the mission you want to play and press the X button to accept. Remember, your game is automatically saved upon successful completion of a mission if a memory card is present.
Password
Upon successfully completing a mission, a Password is displayed at the top of the debriefing screen. If you do not have a memory card, the password can be used to access previously completed missions.
To enter your Password in the Password screen, select the position of the cursor by pressing right/left on the D-Pad. D-Pad up/down to select the letter for each position. When you have correctly entered the complete Password, press the X button.
Game Options
From the Game Options menu, you can customize the setup of your game. Press up/down on the D-Pad to select an option and left/right to change the selected option.
Control Setup will allow you to choose either the default controller configuration or one of the additional seven configurations. The Difficulty setting lets you change the performance of the game's enemy 'Mechs to an easy, medium, or hard level. You can also set volume levels for music, sound effects, and voices from this screen.
When you are done configuring your game, highlight and select the "Accept All Options" button to return to the previous screen.
Configuring Your 'Mech
To change or configure your 'Mech for the current mission, select "Change Mech" by pressing the button from the Mission Briefing screen. To select a different 'Mech, press up/down on the D-Pad until the desired 'Mech is displayed.
Each mission has a maximum weight limit associated with it. If a 'Mech is overweight for the current mission, "MECH OVERWEIGHT" will flash on the screen and you will not be able to use that 'Mech.
Once you have selected a 'Mech, press left/right on the D-Pad to choose a weapons variant for that 'Mech. 'Mechs come equipped with multiple weapons variants, each providing a different and unique combat experience.
After selecting a weapons variant, you may want to group some of your 'Mech's weapons together in up to three different groups. This will allow you to fire all weapons in a group simultaneously. To place a weapon in a particular group, press the O button, press up/down on
Enemies & Characters
Jenner
A flying kill machine, the Jenner II-C's speed has been exploited to make one of the fastest and most maneuverable 'Mechs in existence. Designers have reinforced its center torso and leg armor for increased survivability, and its powerful jump jets bring new meaning to the phrase "Death From Above."
Nova
The Nova has an unusual appearance and fearsome capabilities. Hexagonal weapons pods on each arm boast six medium lasers that provide exceptional firepower but generate too much heat for sustained firing.
Storm Crow
The Inner Sphere was totally unprepared for a 'Mech equipped with double-barreled lasers on each arm and the heat sinks that allow the pilot to use them. The configuration of the Storm Crow could devastate a foe in moments.
Mad Dog
The Mad Dog serves mostly as a fire-support 'Mech. As its name implies, the Mad Dog's bite is deadly, with twin racks of 10 long-range missiles that can certainly hasten the enemy's death.
Hellbringer
The Hellbringer is an electronic marvel. Its blend of weapons systems is a sound combination of ammo efficiency, anti-'Mech capabilities, and long- and short-range functions.
Summoner
The huge Summoner, standing at least a meter taller than most other 'Mechs, towers over opponents with its impressive and very lethal arsenal. Its mix of weapons complements this 'Mech's maneuverability to make it a deadly foe.
Timber Wolf
The Timber Wolf displays impressive firepower, starting with double LRM-20 racks on the shoulders and continuing with large weapons pods on each arm, each packing an extended-range large laser and an extended-range medium laser.
Gargoyle
Employing extensive and varied firepower, the Gargoyle is a unique design. The most common combination of weapons includes an LB-20X Autocannon and small extended-range laser on each arm, with two medium-range Ultra-Autocannons on the Torso.
Warhawk
The Warhawk pairs PPCs and multiple lasers in the arms, adds an Ultra-20 Autocannon and streak target-locking missiles on the Torso, and can annihilate smaller 'Mechs with a single blast.
Dire Wolf
The Dire Wolf, the largest and most heavily armored 'Mech chassis available, is quite literally a roaming slaughterhouse. An LRM-10 rack sits on the left shoulder, and each arm consists of a bundle of death-extended-range and pulse lasers on the left, with an Ultra-10 Autocannon thrown in on the right arm for good measure.
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