Beyond Good and Evil
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(Playstation 2 - US, Action & Adventure)
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Developed by:
Ubisoft
Published by:
Ubisoft
Released On:
14 Nov 2003
Beyond Good and Evil follows Jade, a young and ambitious journalist, as she uncovers a conspiracy on the planet Hillys. With her unique blend of skills and determination, Jade must navigate through treacherous terrain and battle against corrupt government forces to uncover the truth.
Gameplay revolves around exploration, combat, and puzzle-solving. Players control Jade as she navigates through levels, using her agility and gadgets to overcome obstacles and defeat enemies. The game features a mix of action and stealth elements, requiring players to use strategy and quick reflexes to succeed.
Beyond Good and Evil was released on the Playstation 2 in 2003-11-11, offering an immersive and thrilling experience for fans of action-adventure games. With its engaging story, memorable characters, and challenging gameplay, Beyond Good and Evil remains a classic in the gaming world.
UPC-A:
3307210153463 (Europe)
Part #:
SLES-51917 (Europe)
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Manual
Game Guide
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How to Play
System Ports
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MEMORY CARD slot 2
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MEMORY CARD slot 1
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USB connector
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S400 i.LINK connector
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controller port 1
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controller port 2
Disc Tray
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disc tray
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RESET button
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(OPEN) button
Setting Up the 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 button and the disc tray will open.
Place the BEYOND GOOD & EVIL™ disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up. Press the 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.
Caution
You are strongly advised against inserting or removing an accessory while the console is switched on or when a game is in progress.
Language Selection
When you start up BEYOND GOOD & EVIL on your PlayStation®2 system, the first menu allows you to choose from several different Languages.
Select the Language of your choice with the left analog stick; then validate your selection by pressing the button. If you happen to make a mistake when selecting a language, you must restart the console by pressing the RESET button.
Starting the Game
Once you have selected a Language, the Startup menu appears automatically. The following options are available in this menu:
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NEW GAME: Select New Game to begin a new game, and confirm your choice by pressing the button. The game will start up automatically.
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LOAD: Select Load to access a previously saved game. A menu appears showing all your previously saved games. You can save up to five different games. Select the game you want with the left analog stick and validate your choice by pressing the button. This option is only possible if you have a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) inserted in MEMORY CARD slot 1, and if you have a previously saved game.
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OPTIONS: Set the game volumes, remove the subtitles, or change the settings for your DUALSHOCK® 2 analog controller. For the Options screens, use the button to go back and the button to validate your choices.
Volume Settings
Select Sound in the Options menu and validate by pressing the button. Using the left analog stick, choose General, Sound Effects, or Music, and set the volume with the right analog stick.
You can also change between Mono and Stereo modes by selecting the Mono/Stereo option with the left analog stick, and confirming your choice by pressing the button. To remove or display the subtitles, select the Subtitles option with the left analog stick and choose Yes/No by pressing the button. Then choose between Yes/No to start.
Control Settings
Select Controls in the Options menu and validate by pressing the button. You can choose to change the Vibration mode of your DUALSHOCK® 2 analog controller, as well as the Camera and Aiming modes (Normal or Reversed).
Select the configuration of your choice with the left analog stick, and then change the mode by pressing the button.
Video Settings
To test whether your television is compatible with Progressive Scan mode, select the Video option with the Left analog stick and confirm by pressing the button. Next, choose between Yes/No in the Progressive Scan mode option.
A test will be launched, lasting a few seconds. If nothing is displayed on the screen, your television is not compatible with Progressive Scan mode.
Movement and Interaction
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TO FLATTEN YOURSELF AGAINST A WALL: Approach the wall and Jade will flatten herself against it automatically whenever possible. Then use the left analog stick in the direction of your choice.
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TO HANG ON and CLIMB Ladders or vertical walls: Move up against the surface with the left analog stick and Jade will jump and hang on automatically. You may then climb by pushing the left analog stick up; to come down off the wall, push the left analog stick down.
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To PUSH a heavy or imposing object: Position yourself against the object and move Jade in the desired direction using the left analog stick. In some cases, the objects are too heavy and Jade will have to ask her companions for help.
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To SMASH IN or FORCE a door or a grate with your foot: Move Jade against the opening with the left analog stick and press the Ⓧ button.
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TO TAKE A PHOTO: Press the R1 button to shift into Aiming mode, use the right analog stick simultaneously to zoom in or zoom out and focus, and - when you're happy with the framing - press the Ⓧ button to take the photo.
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To direct Jade when fighting, see the Combat and Special Attacks section.
Hovercraft Controls
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TO DRAW ALONGSIDE a dock in the hovercraft: Press the button.
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To SHOOT: Press the button.
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When you have installed the neutralizing cannon, you will also be able to hit a larger number of targets by Locking on to them. To do this, move toward the target and keep the button pressed down for a few moments until the sights appear, then release.
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To REACH steep paths: Press the button.
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TO TAKE A PHOTO from a vehicle: Press the R1 button to shift into Photo mode and use the right analog stick simultaneously to zoom in or zoom out and focus. When you are happy with the framing, press the button to take the photo. You cannot move
Controls
L2 button
Not specified
L1 button
Switch to Crouching or Stealth mode.
R2 button
Switch to Race or Acceleration mode.
R1 button
Switch to Look or Aiming mode.
directional buttons
Select objects in the inventory or select a companion.
left analog stick
Move Jade or her vehicle in any direction.
right analog stick
Direct the camera, zoom in, or zoom out.
right analog stick (pushed down)
Position the camera behind Jade.
SELECT button
Access the menu for objectives, emails, maps, or detectors.
START button
Access the game menu or pause during the game.
A button
Validate a selection.
O button
Go back to a previous page.
X button
Obtain further information about an object.
☐ button
Validate, perform special actions, trigger a Super Attack, take a photo, shoot, or lock on to a target.
triangle button
Use a selected object.
circle button
Go back to the previous page, dive, roll, or release a hovercraft when on water.
cross button
Ask companions for help, or shift to Interior View mode when driving.
R2 button (while moving left analog stick)
Run.
L1 button (while moving left analog stick)
Move stealthily.
☐ button (while directing Jade)
Jump.
up and down directional buttons
Choose a companion (when several are accompanying Jade).
R2 button (while driving vehicle)
Accelerate.
R1 button (pressed down)
Shift into Look mode.
left analog stick (while in Look mode)
Turn the camera.
R3 button
Reposition the camera quickly behind Jade.
☐ button (to confirm choice in Main Screen)
Confirm choice.
circle button (to go back to game from Main Screen)
Go back to the game.
☐ button (to open S.A.C.)
Open the S.A.C.
X button (for S.A.C. object information)
Information about an object.
circle button (to go back from S.A.C.)
Go back to a previous page.
☐ button (to validate Camera icon)
Validate Camera icon.
Tips & Maps
LOADING
Load a saved game from a memory card by accessing the Main Menu, selecting Load, and choosing a saved game. Be aware that unsaved current game progress will be lost.
SAVING
Save your game at designated saving terminals found throughout Hillys. Insert a memory card, then use an Mdisk player to select the green saved game Mdisk and follow the on-screen instructions.
Items & Weapons
CAMERA
Jade's main tool, it stores and transmits photos/reports, receives information/email, provides a database, and scans maps.
PEARLS
Objects of great value used as an unofficial currency by Hillyans, essential for buying equipment.
CREDIT CARD
Automatically stores Materia Crystal units and must be presented for purchases.
STARKOS
Synthetic bread rolls that restore 1 heart of energy and can be given to companions.
K-BUPS
High-energy food for Hillyans that restores all energy and can be transferred to companions.
AP-1S
Physiological accelerators that increase the Life gauge of Jade or her companions by 1 heart each.
MECA-IMPULSER
Mechanical versions of AP-1s that increase the resistance and armor-plating of vehicles.
GYRODISK GLOVE
Generates and projects energy disks to activate mechanisms from a distance and affect small animals.
KEYS
Coded magnetic passes used by the Hillyan army, specific to different lock types, needed to infiltrate secret places.
TICKETS
Small cards generally used as memos for codes and other information.
ANIMAL DETECTOR
A long-range detector linked to your database that detects and analyzes animals or creatures in a zone and shows them on the map.
MDISK
Memory disks commonly used on Hillys for information storage, email, messages, databases, or daily newspapers.
PEARL DETECTOR
A long-range wave scanner that analyzes sound frequencies emitted by pearls and shows their location on the map.
STRENGTHENED SUPER ATTACK
An accumulator that increases Jade's power, making her Super Attack more powerful and generating energy discharges.
BOOSTS
Super-fuel capsules that make vehicles accelerate suddenly for a few seconds, multiplying their speed by three.
PODS
Useful small drones that enable you to repair your damaged vehicles.
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