Phalanx
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(GameBoy Advance - US, Shoot'em Up)
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Kemco
Published_By:
Kemco
Released On:
01 Dec 2001
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Phalanx is a futuristic shooter where Wink Baufield, a genetically enhanced pilot, flies the Phalanx starfighter to protect and reclaim Delia IV from an alien invasion.
The game's story revolves around the colonization of Delia IV by humans for interstellar research purposes, which has been taken over by a powerful alien force. The military defenses have been overwhelmed, leaving hope on the Phalanx. You fly through eight levels, first through various locations on Delia IV and then invading the aliens' base.
Gameplay involves flying through levels, fighting enemy craft, and upgrading your weapons by collecting bonus items dropped by enemies. Like many shooters, you'll need to stay alert and strategic to overcome the challenges ahead.
UPC-A:
741648007050 (USA)
eBay Product ID:
8092 (United States)
Nintendo Media PN:
AGB-APXE-USA (United States)
ASIN:
B00005UJS6 (United States)
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Number of Players Supported:
1 Player
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
In this sci-fi shooter set during an alien invasion of the resource planet Delia, players control the A-144 PHALANX fighter dispatched to investigate mysterious communications loss. Following the tragic departure of pilot Rick Sanada, you must navigate through ultra-dimensional space and defeat formidable enemy forces to uncover the source of the threat. The game combines intense aerial combat with strategic weapon usage to stop the hostile lifeforms threatening humanity.
Story
Background
The Republic Allied Forces (RAF) have lost communications with Delia, a resource planet with over 18 million inhabitants and a powerful defense system. Battle Fortress MIDAS 1137, also known as GODEYE, was ordered to the sector to investigate. Upon reaching orbit, GODEYE dropped a highly trained research team to the surface.
The last transmission from the team was cryptic: “Some kind of liquid is seeping inside. It's trying to absorb us!” For the first time in human history, we have been attacked by hostile alien life. GODEYE Commander-in-Chief Owen Carter has ordered a counterattack using a modified multipurpose A-144 PHALANX fighter.
Story
Mel Winter works in the GODEYE science laboratory. Although only 24 years old, she commands the PHALANX project. She is torn between her sworn duty and her love for Rick Sanada, the pilot assigned to the counterattack. Both officers realize that the odds against their relationship are as high as the threat posed by the alien forces.
Mel does not want to send Rick, but she knows he is the only pilot with the skills essential for defeating the invaders. She also knows that even if she could stop him, Rick would never tolerate it. Their final exchange goes as follows:
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“OK, I have to go now.”
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“Be careful.”
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“Mel, I promise that I'll come back.”
Mission Overview
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7th Mission (Ultra-Dimensional Space): A synthetic ultra-dimensional warp point is disrupting the RAF communication grid. Mutating aliens are warping through the void in a surprise attack. Dispatch the enemy at once.
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Final Mission: Preliminary data is sketchy, but computer models suggest an organism of unprecedented proportions exists there. Defeating it may stop the invaders.
Strategy Tips
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Watch your speed: Fast isn't always good. Use slower speed settings to avoid hitting obstacles in narrow stages.
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Use Power-up Weapons wisely: Some enemies are weak against specific weapons. Experiment with your loadout to make missions easier.
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Don't let the enemy escape: While some stages seem overwhelming, certain enemies hold valuable Power-up Weapons. Destroy them all, as the resulting high score may add fighters to your inventory.
Good Luck!
Enemies & Characters
Rick Sanada
The 25-year-old pilot assigned to this mission, motivated by his love for Mel.
Mel Winter
A brilliant 24-year-old scientist and the project leader for the PHALANX A-144 program.
Wild Scissors
A big-limbed mechanical alien that specializes in close combat.
Sheila G
An enemy that utilizes a high-velocity beam assault and has a lightly defended section underneath its front armor.
Felecía
A boss unit that requires destroying outer armor to target the core.
How to Play
Getting Started
Insert the game Game Pak into the Game Boy® Advance and turn on the power. Wait for the title screen to appear then select "Game Start" or "Options" to customize the game settings.
Continuing a Game
After you successfully complete a stage, the word "Continue" will appear on the title screen. Select "Continue" if you want to start the game on the stage where you last played.
Game Over
If you run out of A-144 Phalanx fighters, the game will end. If your score is high enough, you might see it here among the five best scores in the game.
Options
Customize your game on the Phalanx “Options” menu.
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Game Level: Select the difficulty level. Scroll between “Easy”, “Medium” or “Hard” using the A Button.
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Stock: Change the number of fighters available at the start of the game.
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A-144 Speed: Adjust the three fighter speeds. Select “1 (slow)”, “2 (medium)” or “3 (fast)” with the A Button.
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Sound Test: Preview the game soundtrack. Press the A Button to change music.
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Button Configuration: Modify the button configuration on your Game Boy Advance.
Stages
After entering the Delian atmosphere, you'll need to successfully complete eight stages of oceans, underground caves and other unknown terrain.
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1st Mission: The Delian Atmosphere: As their first line of defense, the aliens will undoubtedly fly up and attempt to intercept and overwhelm you in Delia's atmosphere.
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2nd Mission: Underwater City: Automated bioweapons tower like silent sentinels at the bottom of the Delian Seas. Avoid the security forces as you make your way to the Bio Cave.
Controls
L Button
Launch special bombs
R Button
Switch Power-up Weapons
Control Pad
Maneuver your fighter
A Button
Shoot normal shots
B Button
Launch normal bombs
Start
Pause
Select
Change speed
Items & Weapons
Power-up Weapons
Power-up Weapons may appear after shooting down an enemy. To collect and use them, fly over Power-up Weapon icons before they disappear off the screen. You can carry up to four weapons.
Homing Beam
Automatically homes in and destroys enemy. Useful when facing multiple enemies, but not very powerful.
Energy Compressor
A potent weapon with a slow fire rate. Press the A Button to charge then release it to fire.
Reflector
A bouncing energy beam that ricochets off obstacle. Useful in small areas.
Laser
A crippling beam designed to pierce the thickest armor plating.
Power Capsules
Picking up a Power Capsule will increase the power of your Power-up Weapons by one level (up to a maximum of three levels). It will also replenish your bombs and restore your shields by one level.
Missile Capsules
The three types of Missile Capsules have unlimited ammunition.
Homing Missile
Automatically pursues the enemy. While easy to deploy, these missiles carry a small explosive payload.
Penetrator Missile
Designed to pierce enemy shields with a teeth-rattling explosive charge.
Remote Missile
Use your Control Pad to maneuver Remote Missiles. They carry a larger payload than Homing Missiles.
Special Bombs
Press the L Button to launch a Special Bomb. Considered a last-ditch defense, Special Bombs usually obliterate all targets. Keep in mind that you have a limited supply.
Homing Bomb (Special Bomb 1)
A high-energy barrier bomb that bathes the A-144 in a bright orange defensive shield. Your fighter will be immune to all enemies for a short period of time.
Penetrator Bomb (Special Bomb 2)
A short-range weapon that creates a small sub-space field, automatically destroying all enemies on the screen.
Reflector Bomb (Special Bomb 3)
Combines a Reflector Bomb with a Power-up Weapon to form a combat droid. This new weapon supports your fighter by continually attacking the enemy until it is destroyed.
Laser (S.F. weapon) (Special Bomb 4)
Augments Laser Power-up with a multiple beam system that fires in all direction. Also shoots a rotating beam around the A-144.
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