American Bass Challenge
🙂 6.8/10
(GameBoy Advance - US, Sports)
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Developed by:
Starfish
Published by:
Ubisoft
Released On:
01 Dec 2001
American Bass Challenge is a fishing game where the player can choose from five different lakes with a total of 20 different locations to fish for catfish, crappies and the game's namesake, the Big Mouth Bass.
The game features three different game modes to choose from: Quick Fish, which instantly takes the player to a spot with a lure already available, Practice, which lets the players learn the basics of the game, and Tournament, where the player must progress through the lakes, unlocking them as they do.
In Tournament mode, the player must adhere to rules and regulations and complete their fishing within a certain time limit. Failure to do so will result in a disqualification. Additionally, there is a multiplayer mode that allows up to four players to go against each other using the GameBoy Link Cable.
American Bass Challenge was released for the Game Boy Advance on 12 December 2001 .
UPC-A:
008888140122 (United States)
eBay Product ID:
8422 (United States)
Nintendo Media PN:
AGB-AABE-USA (United States)
ASIN:
B00005NZ0O (United States)
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Number of Players Supported:
1-4 Players
Miscellaneous Attributes:
Multi-Link Cable
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
How to Play
Introduction
This is a bass fishing simulation game, designed for all types of players. Select from among three play modes: "Quick Fish," "Tournament," and "Practice."
Quick Fish Mode
Use this mode when you want to enjoy fighting for your bass, without having to find a spot or select a lure first. Just start looking for a lively fish. You cannot save games while playing in Quick Fish mode.
Tournament Mode
In Tournament mode, you can play first in Regional Tournaments and later in National Tournaments as you work your way up from amateur status toward the No. 1 Bass Pro spot. You can proceed to the next stage when you earn a place in the Tournament's official prize ranking.
Practice Mode
Select any of the available lakes and enjoy "free play" while in Practice Mode. You can end the game at any time, without having to clear any settings. Games cannot be saved, however.
Starting a Game
Place the Game Pak in the Game Boy® Advance and set the power switch to on. The title screen will appear. Press START to switch to the data selection screen.
Data Selection Screen
Use this screen to select the data to be used when playing. "From start" is displayed if no previous data has been saved. After selecting the data, press the A Button to play starting from the point where the previous data was saved. If you select "From start," the next step will be to create a character.
Character Creation Controls
Use the following controls when creating a character:
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Delete: Use this to delete the letter that is currently selected by the cursor in the name entry window.
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Forward: Use this to move the cursor once to the right in the name entry window.
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Back: Use this to move the cursor once to the left in the name entry window.
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End: Use this to close the name entry window.
Enter the character's gender, left/right handed preference, and colors (clothes and skin) after entering a name. The above selections have no impact on skill values. Create whatever kind of character you like.
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Use the R Button to display the next screen.
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Use the L Button to display the previous screen.
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When done with settings, the mode selection screen will appear.
Modes Overview
Select either "Quick Fish" mode, "Tournament" mode, or "Practice" mode.
Quick Fish Mode Details
Select a spot, then start from the casting screen. There is no need to move the map or select a lure. Note that games cannot be saved while in this mode. You can be sure there will be some active fish. Enjoy fighting the fish as much as you want.
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You can fish from a different spot if you like. Spots are always randomly selected.
Tournament Mode Details
In this mode, you compete in terms of the total weight of the bass you catch within a certain amount of time. Only the five largest bass that you catch in that time are counted in the weight total.
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If you finish within the tournament's official prize ranking, you can go on to the next stage.
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If you do not finish within the ranking, you must start over again at the same stage.
Practice Mode Details
Eventually, you can enjoy fishing at the lake of your choice. At first, however, only one lake is available. Each time you clear a stage in Tournament mode, one more lake is added to the number of available lakes for Practice mode.
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Although you cannot save practice games that are in progress, your top scores for each type of fish are saved automatically.
Boat Movement
The boat can be moved only when in Tournament mode or Practice mode. When in Quick Fish mode, you will start from the cast screen. Move your boat to any spot where you think bass are, based on the given weather and structure information. Be sure to watch the depth finder as you are moving your boat.
When fish are beneath the boat, fish shadows will appear in the depth finder display and you will hear a sound signal. When you reach your desired spot, press SELECT to bring up the command icons. Next, select the CAST icon to go to the Cast screen.
HUD Information
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Water temperature: Shows the temperature of the water at the current spot.
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Weather: Shows the current weather conditions.
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GPS: Shows the player's current position.
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Depth finder: Shows underwater information at the current spot.
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Boat: Shows the player's bass boat.
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Time: Shows the current time.
Move Commands
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CAST: Brings up the Cast screen.
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CATCH: Displays the current catch information.
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SAVE: Saves the current game under the current conditions (Tournament mode only).
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QUIT: Returns to the Mode Select screen. The current data will not be saved.
Catch Information
When in Tournament mode or Practice mode, you can view your current catch information. Press SELECT while moving your boat to bring up the command icons. Next, select the CATCH command icon.
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Livewell: This feature is available only during Tournament mode. Up to five black bass can be placed in the livewell for your tournament ranking.
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Personal Record: This feature displays your personal record weight for each type of fish.
Search for a spot to cast from. Next, press SELECT to display the command icons. Select the MARK icon to start searching for fish in the water.
Casting Commands
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MOVE: This returns to the screen where you can move the boat (Tournament mode or Practice mode only).
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LURE: This enables you to
Controls
A Button
Set
B Button
Cancel
A Button + B Button + START + SELECT
Soft reset
START
Pause
SELECT
Display commands
Control Pad
Change direction
L Button
Change direction
R Button
Change direction
Cross Button
Thumbing
A Button + B Button
Fast take-up
Tips & Maps
Fighting a Fish
Monitor the power meter to avoid breaking the line; if it turns white and blinks, quickly release the button to prevent breakage.
Preventing Escape
If the lure display wobbles, the fish is trying to get away, so quickly pull up the rod a few times to prevent it from escaping.
Multi-player Caution Points
Connection problems or operation errors may occur when using non-compatible cables, improperly inserted cables, or cables disconnected during play.
Items & Weapons
Spinner
This lure has a leaf-shaped blade. The light reflections and sound produced by the spinning blade attract fish.
Swisher
This type of lure floats on top of the water. A small propeller in back turns on the surface of the water and makes a sound to lure fish.
Minnow
This small, sleek lure has a flowing shape and looks enough like a real minnow to intrigue the fish.
Crankbait
Crankbaits have a roundish body and a large diving lip. A rattle inside makes sounds in the water to draw fish.
Rubber jig
The hook on this jig is covered by a rubber skirt to keep it from snagging on weeds or rocks.
Worm
The worm is a soft plastic lure that looks like an earthworm. It's long, soft shape wiggles in the water to attract fish.
Frog
This frog-shaped lure makes quite a splash, like a swimming frog that has just jumped off a lily pad!
Spinnerbait
The spinnerbait has a rotating blade that produces light reflections and sounds to lure fish, while providing a rubber skirt to fend off the weeds.
Walk the Dog
Press and hold the A Button while repeatedly pressing the left and right sides of the Control Pad in sequence.
Shaking
Press the A Button in short bursts.
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