No One Lives Forever
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(Playstation 2 - US, Action & Adventure)
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Developed by:
Warner Bros.
Published by:
Fox Interactive Inc.
Released On:
17 Apr 2002
The PlayStation 2 release of No One Lives Forever contains all the content of the Windows original (but not the exclusive GotY Edition mission), with the addition of an exclusive episode titled "Nine Years Ago...", which follows Cate Archer in her earlier years as a cat burglar, just before she was discovered by UNITY. The mission's scenes are not played in succession, but are scattered between the usual missions. They also feature two exclusive gadgets - the lockpicking tools and the safe cracker.
The game features a soundtrack written by Rebecca Kneubuhl and mixed by Gabriel Mann, replacing the original music score created by Guy Whitmore for the Windows release. There is no multiplayer mode in this version of the game.
UPC-A:
020626713894 (United States)
eBay Product ID:
8279 (United States)
ASIN:
B00005V9NI (United States)
Sony PN:
SLUS-20028 (United States)
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Media Type:
DVD-ROM
Number of Offline Players:
1 Player
Input Device Features Supported:
Vibration
Controller Types Supported:
Analog Controller, Digital Controller
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a spy-thriller action game where players control Agent Cate Archer, a secret operative for UNITY, to uncover a global conspiracy and thwart the nefarious plans of the organization H.A.R.M. Players will engage in missions to unravel mysteries, identify a potential traitor, and save the free world.
Story
UNITY Files
Introduction
Get ready to assume the role of Agent Cate Archer, a beautiful but deadly operative working for UNITY. UNITY is a super secret international organization dedicated to protecting humanity from megalomaniacs bent upon world domination.
As matters of such delicacy aren't the sort of thing UNITY usually entrusts to a woman, Archer has thus far been relegated to menial busywork out of harm's way. Ironically, Archer's lucky break comes as a devastating blow to UNITY.
An assassin identified as the notorious Dmitrij Volkov liquidates over half of UNITY's active undercover operatives around the globe in the space of a week. Volkov, it seems, has ties to a little known organization calling itself H.A.R.M. How H.A.R.M. obtained such intimate knowledge of UNITY's clandestine affairs remains a troubling enigma.
When Archer and her mentor, Bruno Lawrie, depart for Morocco to protect a vacationing American ambassador who has been marked for death, little do they know that they are stumbling into a deadly trap that will set an intricate, insidious plot into motion. Can Archer thwart this plot before it's too late? Is there a traitor in UNITY's ranks? And what exactly does "H.A.R.M." stand for, anyway?
It is up to you to unravel these mysteries and thwart a conspiracy that threatens the entire free world.
UNITY Profiles
Welcome to UNITY - a super-secret anti-terrorist organization dedicated to ridding the world of outlaw megalomaniacs and murderous zealots. The following files will familiarize you with your primary operatives:
How to Play
PlayStation® 2 Computer Entertainment System
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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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S400 i.LINK connector
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controller port 1
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controller port 2
System Setup
1. Set up your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system according to the instructions in its Instruction Manual.
2. Make sure the MAIN POWER switch (located on the back of the console) is turned on.
3. Press the RESET button. When the power indicator lights up, press the open button and the disc tray will open.
4. Place the No One Lives Forever disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up. Press the OPEN button again and the disc tray will close.
5. Attach game controllers and other peripherals, as appropriate.
6. Follow on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for information on using the software.
Menu and Interface System
NEW GAME
Selecting this will take you to the Difficulty selection screen before beginning a new game.
Difficulty
There are four difficulty settings in No One Lives Forever: Easy, Normal, Hard, and Superspy. The difficulty setting primarily affects enemies in the game, making them more or less accurate or responsive to external stimuli (footsteps, weapon fire, etc.). The player also takes more damage on higher difficulty settings.
Mission Briefing
Displays an overview of the upcoming mission. Select the button to continue or use the button to return to the previous Difficulty screen.
Mission Objectives
Displays the list of tasks you must complete as you begin your mission. More objectives may be added during the mission. All objectives must be completed to successfully conclude the mission.
NOTE: You may view these objectives during the game by pressing the START button.
LOAD GAME
Allows you to restart any scene where you have previously saved a game.
Select Scene
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Load Scene: Begins the mission from the start of the last saved scene.
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Replay Mission: Takes you to the Select Mission screen.
Select Mission
This menu will display all of the missions that are currently available to you. When starting a new game, only one mission will be available. As you progress through the game and save your progress to the Memory Card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2), each mission you visit will be added in this menu for you to play again later. To begin, just select the name of the mission you want to play. You will then be given a Mission Briefing.
IN-GAME MENU
The following options are available by pressing the SELECT button during the game.
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Resume Mission: Resumes the game in progress.
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Restart Scene: Allows user to restart current scene.
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Save Progress: Allows you to save your game to the memory card anywhere in a scene, but the load will always start the user at the beginning of the scene.
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Options: Takes you to the Options Menu.
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Intelligence Gallery: Allows you to see all of the intelligence items you have acquired.
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Abort Mission: Ends the current mission and returns the player to the Main Menu.
Save Game Menu
You will be presented with a list of slots in which to save your game data. No One Lives Forever supports saving up to 10 unique records of your progress in the game on a memory card. Use the DIRECTIONAL buttons to choose a MEMORY CARD SLOT in which to save your game and press the button. Press L1 button or R1 button to select a different memory card on which to save your progress.
Options
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Auto-targeting (On/Off): Toggles having your weapon snap to the nearest enemy.
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Head Bob (Slider): Sets the intensity of the simulated head movement while walking.
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Weapon Sway (Slider): Sets the intensity of the simulated weapon movement while walking.
HEADS-UP DISPLAY (HUD)
The HUD is organized so you can quickly and easily check your status in the middle of the wildest firefights.
Current Weapon/Gadget (Center)
The weapon/gadget you are currently holding appears here. When you press the fire button, you will use the item in your hands.
Health/Armor Meter (Bottom left)
The red meter indicates how much health you have. The blue meter indicates armor. Body armor will completely absorb most types of damage. Once it is depleted, your health will deteriorate rapidly. You will not have the opportunity to heal on a mission, so you must rely on armor for protection. If your health runs out, you will die. Your health will be restored at the start of each new mission.
Ammo (Bottom right)
The meters in the ammo section display the amount of ammo available for the currently selected weapon. The red meter represents the rounds remaining in the magazine. Once that reaches zero, you will automatically reload. You may also manually reload at any time. The blue meter display the total amount of ammo that you are carrying for that gun. Be warned that certain weapons may share ammo.
CROSSHAIR SYSTEM
No One Lives Forever features a dynamic crosshair system to alert you to special objects or characters.
UNARMED CROSSHAIR
A small dot will appear in the middle of the screen to signify that you are unarmed.
ACTIVATE CROSSHAIR
When your crosshair moves over an item or person that you may activate in some way, this green crosshair will appear. Pressing the Use Object button will then activate the item. For example, you may open a door or trigger a conversation with a bystander.
**GADGET CROSSHAIR
Controls
L2 button
N/A
L1 button
N/A
directional buttons
N/A
left analog stick
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L3 button
N/A
SELECT button
N/A
ANALOG mode button
N/A
START button
N/A
right analog stick
N/A
R3 button
N/A
R2 button
N/A
R1 button
N/A
A button
N/A
O button
N/A
X button
N/A
button
N/A
Items & Weapons
Fire Extinguisher
Fire extinguisher gear will protect you from burn damage caused by phosphorous rounds, scalding steam, and other heat sources.
Earplugs
These earplugs will reduce concussion damage caused by explosions.
SCUBA Gear
During prolonged underwater missions, you will need SCUBA gear to provide you with a steady oxygen supply.
Fuzzy Slippers
In addition to serving as a bold fashion statement, these fuzzy slippers will also reduce movement noise by half.
Bandages
Always keep bandages handy to reduce bleeding damage caused by Dum Dum rounds.
Body Armor
You won't have the opportunity to heal while on a mission, so you'll need to rely on body armor to protect yourself from damage. Be warned that armor will not stop every type of damage, such as that sustained from falling or running out of oxygen. Note: can only be picked up during missions.
UNITY Ammunition Boxes
Keep an eye out for ammunition boxes. Each can contain various ammunition types. Once the box is empty, it will disappear. Note: Can only be picked up during missions.
Tips & Maps
Move Quietly
Move as quietly as possible to avoid detection. Walking or crouching reduces noise, and certain materials like carpet or turf dampen sound better than tile or linoleum.
Weapon Discipline
Put away firearms and other obvious weapons before approaching civilians to avoid causing a commotion and missing out on useful information.
Protect Civilians
Do not injure civilians; killing an innocent bystander or having three or more slain by enemy fire will result in mission failure. Your crosshair will indicate if a target is friendly.
Corner Peeking
It is generally safe to quickly peek around a corner to see what's ahead, as long as you duck back quickly. Listen for footsteps or conversation before leaving cover.
Collect Intelligence Items
Always look for miscellaneous intelligence items like letters, packages, film canisters, and briefcases, as collecting more improves your mission rating.
Explosive Barrels
Shoot red explosive barrels to create large explosions that can take out defensive positions or distract guards.
Vehicular Combat
To quickly take out enemies in cars, shoot at the vehicle's gas cap.
Shooting Through Glass
Most weapons can shoot through glass, allowing for effective sniping from inside buildings. Repeated shots can cause glass to shatter harmlessly.
Hidden Rooms
Look for secret rooms hidden behind ordinary objects; activate objects when your Activate Crosshair appears over them, or find clues in Intelligence Items.
Next Function Button
Use the Next Function button to cycle through ammunition types for weapons and various functions for gadgets, such as toggling between a barrette's lock pick and weapon modes.
Accuracy vs. Mobility
Moving rapidly decreases accuracy, while standing still improves it but makes you an easier target.
Ammunition Management
Monitor your ammunition and reload your weapon between firefights to avoid running empty at critical moments.
Shooting Through Walls
You can shoot through certain walls and objects, which may affect accuracy, range, and velocity, but can be useful for dispatching enemies unseen.
Silent Takedowns
Dispatch enemies while they are unalert, as a man who knows he's about to die will make more noise, causing a commotion.
Security Cameras
Avoid destroying security cameras to prevent alarms or investigations; instead, try to avoid them. If a camera's light flashes red, duck out of sight before being identified, and listen for it to resume scanning before reappearing. Do not leave bodies in view of cameras.
Searchlights
Avoid searchlights, as shooting them out causes commotion. Figure out their movement patterns to bypass them, as being caught in a beam will result in relentless tracking.
Drowsy Guards
On night missions, watch drowsy guards carefully to time your movements and ensure they are not stirring as you pass by.
Dogs
Avoid dogs until you obtain the Robotic Poodle later in the game, as their barking will alert nearby guards to your presence.
Underwater Missions
You can typically remain in small bodies of water during underwater missions.
Enemies & Characters
CATE ARCHER
Cate Archer is an exceedingly competent, intelligent, and attractive agent for UNITY, known for her sharp intuition and uncanny ability to read people. She was recruited by Bruno Lawrie after a childhood of thievery and has since become a dedicated and loyal operative.
BRUNO LAWRIE
Bruno was once a dashing British superspy for UNITY, who found redemption in mentoring Cate Archer. He now lives chiefly to protect and guide her, and Cate views him as a mentor and substitute father figure.
TOM GOODMAN
Tom is a hearty, handsome, and good-natured American agent for UNITY with a winning smile and an indomitable will. He is personable, cheerful, charmingly self-effacing, and has been with UNITY for over 10 years.
DMITRIJ VOLKOV
Volkov is a suspected H.A.R.M. agent and Director of Executive Action, whose motives stem from intellectual curiosity rather than hostility. He is a brilliant, resourceful man whose only vulnerability is his innate scientific inquisitiveness.
INGE WAGNER
Inge Wagner is a suspected H.A.R.M. agent and night club proprietor, who, despite being tone-deaf, was relentlessly encouraged to be an opera singer. This led her to become a self-obsessed, neurotic diva who turned to crime to make ends meet.
SERGEANT MAGNUS ARMSTRONG
Sergeant Magnus Armstrong is a suspected H.A.R.M. agent and demolition expert, born in Glasgow, Scotland. Known for his reckless antics during the war as a sapper, he has a history of public brawling.
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