Paris-Dakar Rally
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😐 5.1/10
(Playstation 2 - US, Racing)
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Developed_By:
Broadsword Interactive Limited
Published_By:
Acclaim
Released On:
01 Jan 2001
Paris-Dakar Rally , released on Playstation 2, is a licensed rally game that takes place in the famous Paris-Dakar course. The game puts 300 pilots from all over the world to the test over 10,000 Km of arid African and European deserts.
The gameplay features four types of vehicles to choose from: 4x4s, Enduro bikes, Buggies, and Quad-cycles. Each vehicle category has several models from different brands that can be unlocked by completing stages in time. Additionally, players have customizing options for their vehicles, including suspension adjustment and tire pressure.
UPC-A:
021481232582 (USA)
eBay Product ID:
4196 (United States)
ASIN:
B00005MNRQ (United States)
Sony PN:
SLUS-20324 (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
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
How to Play
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Set up your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system according to its Instruction Manual. Ensure the MAIN POWER switch (on the back of the console) is turned on.
Press the RESET button. When the power indicator lights up, press the open button to open the disc tray. Place the Paris-Dakar™ Rally disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up. Press the open button again to close the disc tray.
Attach game controllers and other peripherals as appropriate. Follow on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for information on using the software.
If you wish to save your game, insert a memory card (sold separately) into MEMORY CARD slot 1 or MEMORY CARD slot 2.
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Paris-Dakar™ Rally is for 1 player.
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It is advised that you do not insert or remove accessories once the power is on.
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Make sure there is enough free space on your memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) before commencing play.
PlayStation®2 Components
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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
Game Introduction
In Paris-Dakar Rally, experience isn't the best teacher. It's the only teacher. The lessons are as harsh as the climate. So buckle in and get ready for a schooling. If you've got the grit and the gravy, you may survive to graduation: the finish line in Dakar.
Title Screen
At the Title screen, press the START button. If you have a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) inserted, you will come to the Player Select Screen.
Player Select Screen
At the player select screen, you have three options:
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Load Player
Load a previously created player from your memory card.
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Create New Player
Create a new player. This will begin a new game. To enter a name, press up or down on the directional button/left analog stick to toggle to the desired character. Press the button to enter it. You can have a name of up to 11 characters. Paris-Dakar Rally supports up to 5 save game files per memory card.
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Delete Player
Delete a previously created player from your memory card.
Main Menu
Following the player select screen, you will come to the Main Menu. Press left or right on the directional button/left analog stick to highlight the desired mode, then press the button to select it.
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TIME ATTACK MODE
Race against the clock to beat the track records.
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Arcade Mode
Make the checkpoints in the allotted time to progress in the Rally.
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Campaign Mode
Play a full Paris-Dakar Rally campaign.
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Options
Set game options.
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Change Player
Return to the Player Select screen to load, create or delete a player.
Options
There are many options to enhance your rally experience.
Graphics
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Speed Units
Choose to have speed shown as KPH or MPH.
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Screen Position
Allows you to center the game display on your monitor.
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OK
Return to options menu.
Sound
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Music Volume
Adjust the music volume with the slider (right is louder).
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SFX Volume
Adjust the sound effects volume with the slider (right is louder).
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Speech Volume
Adjust the in-game speech volume with the slider.
These settings can also be changed during the game in the Pause Menu.
Output
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Choose Mono or Stereo sound output.
Controller
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Configuration
Choose from five pre-set control setups.
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Vibration
Set vibration effect on your analog controller (DUALSHOCKTM2) ON or OFF.
The Navigator
The Paris-Dakar Rally is a long race, and you can't make it there alone. It takes enough concentration just to control your vehicle over the brutal tracks without wondering which way to go. That's why you have a navigator to help you find your way.
The navigator will help you by calling out directions, track info and other hints. If you race on a Motorbike or Quad-Bike you won't be able to receive navigator assistance, you are on your own and will have to keep your wits about you.
Getting Stuck
It's not hard to get stuck when you wander off the track. Loose sand, mud and other hazards can have you spinning your wheels as the clock ticks.
However, if you do wander too far from the track, the game will "Rescue" you back on the track. If all else fails, pause the game and use the Rescue Vehicle function to put your vehicle back on track. Being rescued takes up valuable time (including a three second time penalty), so our advice is to use it sparingly.
Repairing Damage
Make no mistake, your vehicle will take a pounding over the length of the rally! Too many collisions or off road bumps and jumps can make your vehicle slower and more difficult to control.
However, taking time to repair damage can make the difference between winning and losing. Not an easy decision! Should you decide you need to repair the damage, press the Repair button on the controller. The repair will happen automatically. The length of time it takes is entirely down to how damaged your vehicle
Controls
L2 button
Repair
L1 button
Look Behind
R2 button
Gear Down
R1 button
Gear Up
directional buttons
Steering
left analog stick
Steering
SELECT button
Change Camera
START button
Start/Pause Game
right analog stick (UP)
Accelerate
O button
Hand brake
X button
Accelerate
button
Brake
Tips & Maps
Continue
Resume the game where you paused it.
Rescue Vehicle
Place your vehicle back in position on the track.
Sound Volume
Allows you to adjust the volume levels for Music, SFX and Speech.
Vibration ON/OFF
Toggle the analog controller (DUALSHOCK™2) vibration ON and OFF.
Dynamic Camera ON/OFF
As this name suggests this adds more freedom to the how the camera works....try it and see!
Restart
Restart Stage.
Exit
Quits out of the current race.
Fork in the road
Your navigator will give you a warning, but it's up to you to choose....each route has its 'ups and downs'.
Driving technique
Driving the Dakar Rally is not all about putting your foot to the floor! You'll need to use a combination of your accelerator and brakes to get the best results.
Steep slopes
Your vehicle has assisted traction control but it works best if you use the grippiest part of the track, usually in the centre.
Finishing line speed
Watch your speed at the finishing line. If the finishing line is busy with other competitors try and aim to miss them as you go through......if you don't you will crash and that will cost you in the long run.
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