Desert Strike Return to the Gulf
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Developed_By:
Ocean Software
Published_By:
Ocean Software
Released On:
01 Jan 1995
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Desert Strike Return to the Gulf
In a world on the brink of war, a self-styled general named Kilbaba takes control of an Arab Emirate and threatens global catastrophe. As the President's chosen hero, you must pilot a specially designed AH-64A Apache through a series of missions to rescue missing-in-action characters, destroy key targets, and take out enemy defenses.
From an overhead, isometric perspective, you'll control the Apache as it navigates treacherous landscapes and hostile skies. With three weapon types at your disposal - a machine gun and two missile options of varying strength - you'll need to outmaneuver enemy fire and destroy enemy weaponry to succeed.
Be aware of the dangers lurking around every corner: anti-aircraft guns, missile launchers, and tanks will stop at nothing to take you down. But don't worry - your armor can be replenished by bringing back MIA soldiers and prisoners of war to a safe landing zone, where fuel, ammo, and armor pickups are also available.
With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, your mission is clear: destroy Kilbaba's forces and prevent global disaster. Will you answer the call?
Desert Strike Return to the Gulf
Genre: Action
Release Date: 1995
Part #:
DMG-ADSP-NOE (Europe)
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Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is an action-strategy helicopter combat game where players pilot an Apache to complete missions in a desert warzone. You'll undertake dangerous campaigns, from rescuing agents to destroying enemy infrastructure, to stop a rogue general.
Story
Desert Strike: Return to the Gulf
The Middle East is a melting pot of religions, races, and conflicting arguments. General Kilbaba has emerged from this background and threatened to start Armageddon.
The governments of the world know very little about this menace. However, there is enough evidence of his military capabilities to take his threats very seriously.
The President has chosen you to fly a series of dangerous pre-emptive desert campaigns to vanquish this inimical despot.
Campaign #1 Missions
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Rescue the Secret Agent: Find the secret agent, pick him up, and return to the frigate.
Campaign #2 - Scud Buster
In Campaign #1 you established Air Superiority. Now it is time to take out General Kilbaba's scud launchers. Complete the following missions in order.
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Destroy the Radar Sites: This time there are three sites to destroy.
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Start a Jailbreak: Make sure you clear the area before you blast a hole in the jail. You only need to pick up ten prisoners for the mission to be a success.
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Destroy the Power Plant: This target is well guarded. You should be able to demolish it without taking too much damage if you know how to dodge the enemy's weapons.
Controls
Control Pad UP
Pitch Forward
Control Pad DOWN
Pitch Backward
Control Pad LEFT
Roll Left
Control Pad RIGHT
Roll Right
A Button
use H-Fire missiles
Hold A Button and use Control Pad
Jink (slide Apache left and right)
B Button
use Hydras
Hold B Button
use Chain Gun
SELECT Button
View Map/Status Screen
B Button (while on Map/Status Screen)
toggle between the Map and Status Screen
Control Pad UP (Main Menu)
move between options
Control Pad DOWN (Main Menu)
move between options
A Button (Main Menu)
choose CAMPAIGN, CO-PILOT or OPTIONS
B Button (Main Menu)
choose CAMPAIGN, CO-PILOT or OPTIONS
SELECT Button (Main Menu)
choose CAMPAIGN, CO-PILOT or OPTIONS
Hold A Button (while at Status Screen)
call up the Mission Status readout
How to Play
CAMPAIGN MENU
If you are playing for the first time, press START to begin Campaign #1.
When you complete a campaign, you will be given a password to allow you to restart the game from this point. Press button A, B or SELECT to access the Password Screen.
To enter your password, use UP or DOWN on the Control Pad and LEFT or RIGHT to move to the next character. When you have entered your password, press START to return to the Main Menu.
CO-PILOT SELECTION
The Special Forces photograph on the screen shows a picture of the co-pilot, his/her name and nickname. Below each photograph is a brief background and evaluation of the co-pilot.
Use the Control Pad LEFT or RIGHT to make your co-pilot selection and press START to return to the Main Menu.
OPTIONS
Here you are presented with the BUTTONS and CONTROL options. Use UP or DOWN on the Control Pad to select either BUTTONS or CONTROL and press LEFT or RIGHT to change the default settings.
CONTROL TYPE
This section describes the Apache control types available in the CONTROL settings.
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With Momentum: This is the default setting. The Apache carries momentum, and you have to compensate for it while flying. Use UP, DOWN, LEFT or RIGHT on the Control Pad to pitch forward, pitch backward, roll left or roll right.
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From Cockpit: The controls operate exactly as described above, except you do not have to compensate for momentum.
When you are satisfied with your choice of options, press START to return to the Main Menu.
DURING THE GAME
Press START to begin the game. When you begin a mission, you are given a brief by the Commander in Chief, who tells you the mission objectives.
Throughout each mission, you will need to view the Map and Status Screen to locate your targets and objectives and find out your progress in the current campaign.
Press SELECT to call up the Map and button B to toggle between the Map and Status Screen.
The Map shows the region in which you are flying whilst the Apache shows up as a spinning cross. Cycle through the targets and items by pressing LEFT or RIGHT on the Control Pad. As they appear in the text box, they appear on the Map as flashing icons. When you refer to the Map, the game is paused, the Apache does not use fuel and enemies are unable to attack the helicopter.
Press SELECT to leave the Map screen and return to the game.
MISSION INFORMATION
Every item on the Map has a corresponding file in the data log. This is where you will find a picture of the item, its name, and information regarding the item.
Hold button A (while at the Map Screen) to call up the Mission Information and use LEFT or RIGHT on the Control Pad to toggle through the items.
ARMOUR POINTS
Armour points are listed for some of the targets. The number represents the amount of damage a target can take before it is obliterated.
POWER POINTS
Power points refer to the enemy's weapons. If you are hit by a Rapier SAM, which packs a 100 point wallop, your armour will lose 100 points.
APACHE INFORMATION
The Apache helicopter is a machine dedicated to destruction. Packing state-of-the-art weaponry, the Apache is capable of saving the world from General Kilbaba - but only if flown correctly.
Apart from your flying capabilities, there are three other factors that affect your performance - fuel, ammunition and armour.
FUEL
The Apache can carry a maximum of 100 units of fuel. If the helicopter runs out of fuel, it is unable to drive the rotor and will therefore plummet to the ground.
AMMUNITION
You have three weapons:
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Chain Gun: Your co-pilot should target and fire the nearest enemy with the chain gun.
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Hydra rockets: Hydras are unguided rockets that explode on impact with hard surfaces.
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H-Fire missiles: H-Fires are missiles best used against heavily armoured enemies.
The Apache carries a maximum of 1178 cannon rounds, 38 Hydras and 8 H-Fires. Pick up the ammo crates to replenish H-Fires, Hydras and Chain Gun.
ARMOUR REPAIR
The Apache has a layer of armour measured in power units. The armour protects the Apache from bullets, shells and missiles.
When the helicopter sustains attack, the number of units drops. When the armour surrounding the Apache becomes so thin as to be life-threatening, you receive an audible warning followed by an on-screen message.
You can obtain replacement armour points when you drop MIA's or civilians off at a landing zone or you can pick up cases of armour. (Maximum amount of armour is 600 units).
EXTRA LIFE
If you are lucky enough to find this item, pick it up and you will gain an extra life.
CAMPAIGN #1 - AIR SUPERIORITY
The first order of business in any modern military conflict is to establish air superiority. Accordingly, in your first mission you must demolish the enemy's airfields. Before you can do that safely, you need to take out the radar sites and power plants. Complete the following missions in order.
1.
Destroy the Radar Sites
Take out the Rapiers and AAAs guarding the Power Station.
2.
Destroy the Power Plant
This target is well guarded, but you should be able to demolish it without taking too much damage if you know how to dodge the enemy's weapons.
3. **Destroy the Air
Items & Weapons
Chain Gun
Inflicts 3 points of damage.
Hydra
Inflicts 25 points of damage.
Hellfire
Inflicts 100 points of damage.
AK47
Damage: 10 Points. Rate of Fire: 0.5 Sec. Projectile Speed: Fast.
APHID
Damage: 25 Points. Rate of Fire: 3.0 Sec. Projectile Speed: Fast.
AAA
Damage: 50 Points. Rate of Fire: 0.5 Sec. Projectile Speed: Fast.
RAPIER
Damage: 75 Points. Rate of Fire: 2.5 Sec. Projectile Speed: Fast.
VDA
Damage: 100 Points. Rate of Fire: 0.33 Sec. Projectile Speed: Very Fast.
ZSU
Damage: 150 Points. Rate of Fire: 0.33 Sec. Projectile Speed: Very Fast.
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