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Developed_By:
Activision
Published_By:
Activision
Released On:
08 Nov 2005
The gameplay involves blasting through stages using two weapons with unlimited ammo, as well as a coffin that can be used as a rocket launcher. The game requires constant use of the rapid fire option, or pressing down on the square button repeatedly.
Throughout the game, players will encounter special types of shots that are limited to each level. Additionally, there is a targeting system in place to help aim and take out enemies more effectively.
UPC-A:
047875809611 (USA)
Part #:
SLUS-21139 (USA)
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Media Type:
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM
Number of Online Players:
2 Players
Multiplayer Options:
Same/Split-Screen
Additional Hardware Supported:
Multitap
Input Device Features Supported:
Vibration
Gamepads Supported:
DualShock, DualShock 2
Video Modes Supported:
Progressive Scan (480p)
Number of Offline Players via Multitap:
1-4 Players
Sound Capabilities:
Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital
Save Game Methods:
Internal Storage, External Storage
Miscellaneous Attributes:
Modem Compatible, Network Adaptor
Number of Offline Players:
1 Player, 1-2 Players, 1-8 Players
Controller Types Supported:
Analog Controller, Digital Controller
Multiplayer Game Modes:
Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS), Co-Op, Team, Bots
Light Guns / Attachments Supported:
Guncon / G-Con 45, Guncon 2 / G-Con 2
Input Devices Supported/Optional:
USB Mouse Compatible (SCPH-10230), Keyboard Compatible, Light Gun / Attachment, Gamepad
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is an action-adventure game where players assume the role of a criminal tasked with infiltrating a drug cartel in Mexico. Framed for a crime, the protagonist must clear his father's name and avenge his brother by engaging in high-octane combat and exploration within a sprawling city. The game emphasizes stunt-based acrobatics and a unique combat system.
Story
D-E-A... OR D-E-A-D?
Ramolito, you're in deep trouble, facing a life sentence. Your twin brother is throwing you a lifeline.
The drug cartels are taking over Southern LA and Mexico, poisoning both nations and dragging people into crime. Hard drugs, guns, and gang violence are the norm, and only the drug lords win.
Your brother's buddies in the DEA need someone to play his part in the big picture. If you won't do it for yourself, do it for papa's memory.
Papa supposedly died of an overdose in Los Toros, Mexico. But something doesn't add up; his injuries suggest a long fall, not just an overdose. The DEA quickly wrote him off as an overworked, strung-out cop.
He was a good agent who gave his life to law and order. Your brother suspects he penetrated deep into the cartel before his cover was compromised by a traitor within the DEA. Getting involved could clear papa's name and expose the cartel.
Since you're not officially playing for their side, you don't need to follow the rules. Just make sure you're good enough to go up against these dangerous individuals.
You can get all the training you need at the Pistoleros Asociados in downtown Los Toros. Your brother started infiltrating the cartel before he was taken out by a grenade, so you need to continue where he left off and use any means necessary to eliminate these criminals.
Official Website
Visit the official TOTAL OVERDOSE website at http://www.totaloverdose.com/
EXPLORING THE GAME WORLD
Just south of the U.S.-Mexico border lies Los Toros, a sprawling, chaotic, dusty city. It's home to murderers, bandits, prostitutes, drug traffickers, and a few innocent civilians.
Getting around in the City
You can explore Los Toros and its surroundings in various ways:
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ON FOOT - The obvious way to get around.
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HITCHING A RIDE - Stop a car and hitch a free ride. You'll need to know how to drive and watch out for civilians.
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BY TAXI - Hail a taxi to take you around. Get in, select a destination, and press the button.
TRAVELING Between Areas
As you progress, you'll see larger GREEN area icons at the edge of the radar. These indicate missions are available in other areas.
To move to another area, head for the edge of your current area. You'll know you've reached the edge when icons appear suspended above the road, pathway, or drain in a BLUE transparent fog. Move under the icons to enter the next area.
If more than one icon appears, a City Map Select screen is displayed.
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CITY MAP SELECT — Press the directional buttons /↑ to choose a destination, then press the button to take that exit.
The Pistoleros Asociados
This is the place to go to understand the control method, scoring system, special moves, and weaponry of TOTAL OVERDOSE.
We highly recommend completing all five tutorial areas at the Pistoleros Asociados before venturing further into the game. These tutorials provide in-game instruction to help you understand TOTAL OVERDOSE's unique, exciting, stunt-based acrobatic control and combat system.
How to Play
GETTING STARTED
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MEMORY CARD slot 2
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MEMORY CARD slot 1
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disc tray
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RESET button
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OPEN button
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USB connector
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controller port 1
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controller port 2
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 TOTAL OVERDOSET™ 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 onscreen instructions and refer to this manual for information on using the software.
Memory CARD (8MB) (FOR PlayStation®2)
To save game settings and progress, insert a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) into MEMORY CARD slot I before powering on the console.
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At least 720KB of free space on the memory card is required to save game data.
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This game supports saving (and loading) game data in MEMORY CARD slot 1 only. You can load saved game data from the same memory card or from any memory card containing previously saved TOTAL OVERDOSE games.
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To ensure that another player's game doesn't overwrite your data, we recommend that each player save game data to a separate memory card.
Adrenaline
Adrenaline lets you pull off incredible feats of acrobatic carnage against multiple opponents — if you've got the moves, that is.
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Make sure some bad guys are nearby, then press the L1 button to perform a SHOOTDODGE move. The adrenaline bar activates and time slows down while Ram is airborne.
Health
As Ram suffers injuries, the RED section of the bar shrinks. When the bar is empty, Ram dies.
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Health boosts (page 18) heal Ram. Body armor (page 18) temporarily shields him from losing health.
Reading the Radar
Use the radar to find your way around the game world. Ram is at the center of the radar. The shaded segment of the radar shows Ram's field of vision. Icons show the location or direction of objects or information valuable to Ram.
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STORY MISSION — You must complete story missions (page 11) to advance your adventure.
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POINT CHALLENGE — Complete point challenges (page 11) to gain experience and improve your gun-handling and acrobatic skills. If you score high, you can earn extra goodies and even get extra bonus points.
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TUTORIAL MISSION — Yo pistolero! If you need some training, Tommy's membership in the Pistoleros Asociados will help. Trainers are on hand to guide you through various skills essential for success in the game's many missions.
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ENEMY — A scumbag needs wasting, dude.
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BOSS ENEMY — You must defeat a boss enemy to complete many missions. These madres, denoted on the radar as big RED dots, don't go down in a hail of bullets. Something more like a lead storm is required.
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FRIEND — The GREEN dots are your friends! Make contact with friendly associates — they might be able to help you out, give you advice or advance your mission.
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FRIENDLY OBJECT (vehicle or character) — Approach these GREEN squares for helpful pick-ups, crucial intel, useful gossip and vehicles you need to use.
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COKE AND CHECKPOINTS — This BLUE square represents a package of cocaine or a checkpoint. Either way, get to it!
AREA ICONS
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Barrio Antiguo
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Central Business District (center)
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Angel's Apartment (hills of the angels)
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Industrial Park (industrial zone)
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Los Toros Bullring
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Meatpacking District
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Junkyard
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Harbor Area (port of the bulls)
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Meat Factory
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Pyramids
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Rancho Virgillo
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U.S. Border Area
Objectives Menu
Press the SELECT button to open the Objectives menu. Use the menu to help advance your adventure through a story mission, or to choose additional side missions, known as POINT CHALLENGES (see below, this page).
From the Objectives menu you can also access the in-game menu to adjust game options and load saved games.
MISSIONS
TOTAL OVERDOSE involves doing more than just sight-seeing. If your radar's edge is covered in icons and yellow stars, this means you have plenty to keep you busy. So focus on the job at hand, hombre!
Press the SELECT button to open the Objectives menu; press the O button to review the missions; select one and press the X button to begin.
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STORY MISSIONS — Completing story missions is crucial to advancing the story and overall game. Use the radar screen to find your way to these missions, or select them quickly from the CHOOSE MISSION section of the Objectives menu.
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POINT CHALLENGES — Point challenges are side missions that help you build skills and gain points, additional experience and street cred. You should complete at least one point challenge after each story mission. Excelling at them could unlock further bonus point challenges.
Special Moves
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EL MARIACHI — Mariachis ply their trade across Mexico bringing sweet music to the masses. El Mariachi promises music but delivers only the final overture in a gangster's life.
Controls
L2 button
Cycle available weapons
L1 button
Press while moving in any direction to Shootdodge
directional buttons
Highlight menu options, Adjust option setting, Rewind time (after picking up REWIND icon), Cycle through loco moves, Use selected loco move
left analog stick
Move forward/backward, Sidestep left/right, Climb (face the object you want to climb onto), Steer
L3 button (when pushed down)
Sprint (Double tap left analog stick ↑)
SELECT button
In-game menu/Objectives
START button
Start/Pause/Skip scenes
right analog stick
Turn/look up/down, Pivot in the air (Shootdodge/Reverse shootdodge), Aim weapon
R3 button (when pushed down)
Horn
R2 button
Cycle available weapons
R1 button
Fire selected weapon (hold for automatic fire with certain weapons), Leap from vehicle, Shoot (open-topped vehicles only), Throw grenade (after selecting grenade and holding)
A button
Confirm/Next screen, Reload selected weapon, Enter stationary vehicle (approach vehicle door until button prompt appears), Exit stationary vehicle
O button
Cancel/Previous screen, Brake/Reverse
X button
Jump, Accelerate
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Action (when prompt appears), Target enemy head (press and hold, then R1 when target turns YELLOW), Target object (press and hold, if destroyable), Handbrake
Double tap left analog stick ↑
Sprint
Double-tap L1 button
Reverse shootdodge (while moving in any direction)
A buttons
Best automatic weapon, Molotov cocktail
buttons
Best explosive weapon, Grenade
Hold the L1 button
Lean out of vehicle
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