Spyro A Heros Tail
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(Playstation 2 - US, Platformer)
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Eurocom
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VU Games
Released On:
01 Jan 2005
Spyro A Hero's Tail is an action-packed platformer that follows the adventures of Spyro, a young purple dragon who must stop his arch-nemesis, Gnasty Gnorc, from taking over the world. With the help of his friends and allies, Spyro embarks on a quest to save his home and defeat the evil forces that threaten it.
The gameplay in Spyro A Hero's Tail is fast-paced and challenging, requiring players to navigate through treacherous terrain, avoid deadly enemies, and solve puzzles to progress. With its innovative camera system and intuitive controls, the game makes use of the PlayStation 2's capabilities to deliver a thrilling experience.
Spyro A Hero's Tail was released on November 9th, 2004 for the PlayStation 2 console.
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This is an action-adventure platformer where players control Spyro the Dragon, using his unique breath attacks and movement abilities to defeat the evil dragon Red. Players will explore various environments, battling enemies and utilizing different breath types to progress through the game.
Story
STORY
Since Spyro's last adventure, the Dragon Realms have enjoyed a long period of peace and prosperity. However, a shadowy figure from the distant past has returned to disrupt the serenity of the land—the evil dragon, Red! Now he has come back for vengeance!
There is but one dragon who has the courage and strength to battle Red and foil his diabolical plan—the mighty Spyro!
MAIN MENU
Select New Game to begin a new adventure.
Use Load to access a saved game. This option is only active if a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) is present and if a game has already been saved.
Select Options if you want to configure the game settings:
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Music Volume
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SFX Volume
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Sound Mode
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Vibration ON/OFF
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First Person Y-Axis
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Sgt. Byrd Y-Axis
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Sparx Y-Axis
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Camera Control
Select Extras to access special features and unlockable content.
Your progress in the game will be auto-magically saved every time you run into me while playing... I'm Zoe.
CONTROLS
Spyro the Dragon Unique Controls
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button: Move
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button + button: Jump
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button + button HOLD: Double Jump
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button + button + button: Glide
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button: Horn Dive
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R1 button: Breath Attack
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directional buttons: Secondary Breath
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button: Breath Selection
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button: Wing Shield
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button, hold to swim: Dive Underwater
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Hold button: Paddle Underwater
Breath Types
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Fire: Burn Baby, Burn! Upgrades to Flame Bomb.
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Water: Dampen the mood of your enemies with this breath. Upgrades to the Aqua Bomb.
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Ice: Chill out your enemies. Upgrades to Ice Shards.
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Electricity: Give your enemies a real shock. Upgrades to Tri-Bolt.
Your Breaths are registered on the directional buttons once they are collected... check it out!
The Ball Gadget Unique Controls
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button: Move
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button: Turbo
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button: Brake
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button: Jump
How to Play
GETTING STARTED
Using the PlayStation®2 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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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 Spyro A Hero's Tail 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 on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for information on using the software.
MEMORY CARDS (8MB) (for PlayStation®2)
You may save your progress while playing Spyro A Hero's Tail. To do so, you must have a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) inserted into MEMORY CARD slot 1 of your PlayStation®2.
Game data can only be loaded and saved to a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) in MEMORY CARD slot 1. Do not insert or remove a memory card while the game is attempting to load or save game data.
STARTING UP
DUALSHOCK®2 ANALOG CONTROLLER CONFIGURATIONS
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L2 button
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L1 button
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directional buttons
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left analog stick (L3 button when pushed down)
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SELECT button
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ANALOG mode switch
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START button
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right analog stick (R3 button when pushed down)
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R2 button
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R1 button
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button
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button
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X button
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button
Controls
button
Move
button + button
Jump
button + button + button
Double Jump
R1 button
Shoot Arrow
L1 button
Shoot Fire Arrow
A button
1st Person Targeting
Hold button
Move
button while holding button
Fly
Left analog stick
Move
button near cracked surfaces
Claw Attack
Items & Weapons
Ball Gadget
Originally designed for a giant mutant hamster, this large steel sphere can help Spyro navigate treacherous slopes.
Teleporter Gadget
It's the only way to travel! Use this amazing machine to get from area to area in the Dragon Realms.
Invincibility Gadget
For those times when mortality just won't cut it, try being invincible! (Sorry, the effects are only temporary.)
Super Charge Gadget
This gadget gives Spyro super strength and speed for a short while. (For similar results, drink about 10 cups of coffee.)
Gems
The main currency in the Dragon Realms, gems come in various colors and values. Collect them to purchase power-ups from Moneybags.
Wicker Baskets
These baskets are fairly fragile. Use any attack to destroy them and collect the gems inside.
Locked Chests
Purchase a Lock Pick from Moneybags to open these for special items.
Horn Dive Chest
These can only be destroyed by a force from above. Use Spyro's Horn Dive, Blink's Butt Bounce or Hunter's Pounce Stomp to break them open.
Strong Chests
You will need some extra power to open these chests. Demolish them by using the Super Charge, igniting nearby Firecrackers, or shooting them with Hunter's Fire Arrows.
Explosive Chests
Watch out for the explosive fireworks that erupt when one of these is destroyed.
Dark Gems
These evil gems are scattered throughout the land, absorbing all life around them. Smash the gems to restore the Dragon Realms to their former majestic beauty.
Light Gems
Collect these precious gems to open up new areas and to activate the Professor's gadgets.
Metal Chests
These chests also contain gems, but are fairly strong. Smash them with something powerful, such as Spyro's horns, Blink's bombs or Hunter's fist.
Dragon Eggs
These eggs were stolen and hidden throughout the Dragon Realms. Return them to the Dragon Nanny to unlock special features.
Firecrackers
Light these on fire to destroy Strong Chests.
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