PlayStation 2 Console Setup
Set up your PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system according to its Instruction Manual. Ensure the MAIN POWER switch (located on the back of the console) is ON. Press the RESET button. When the power indicator lights up, press the OPEN button to open the disc tray.
Place the killer7™ 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.
Console Components
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. Memory Cards
To save game settings and progress, insert a memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation®2) into MEMORY CARD slot 1 of your PlayStation®2 system.
You can load saved game data from the same memory card or any memory card (8MB)(for PlayStation®2) containing previously saved games.
Beginning a New Game
After you boot up the game, the intro movie will start playing. Press the START button to jump to the Start Menu.
Game Modes
NEW GAME
Begin a new game from the beginning. After selecting from one of two difficulty levels, the intro to the story begins and you will start a new game.
Lower difficulty level, with a wealth of hints to help you along the way, as well as lots of blood to absorb. Enemies also have lower hit points. What's especially noteworthy is that the critical points on the enemies are shown automatically during enemy scans. With this mode, even the most inexperienced gunman can become a top hitman.
Higher difficulty level, with limited hints, less blood to absorb, and enemies that are much tougher. Also, when in the heat of battle, critical points don't show up automatically. You'll have to rely on your own skills and prowess. Kill or be killed.
CONTINUE
Continue from a previously saved game. Select a file with a previous save file to load it and continue the game from there.
Game Over
The Heaven Smile suicide bombers will try and self-destruct themselves to kill you. Keep an eye on the "eye" in the top left corner of the screen, as it shows your remaining health.
As you take damage, the eye will close gradually. If it closes all the way while using Garcian, it's all over - GAME OVER. If you are using a Killer7 personality other than Garcian, that character will simply be rendered temporarily unconscious*.
*Death and Resurrection - See Page 23
Options
Adjust various game options.
Invert the up/down view controls.
Turn the controller's vibration function on/off.
Switch between Mono and Stereo sound output.
Actions
The following explains the actions covered in the Tutorial when you begin a new game.
Use the R1 button to ready your weapon.
Hold the X button down to move the character around.
There are also "Junctions" that present different paths you can take to different locations by highlighting it and pressing X. Also, when the camera position is changed during cutscenes, you can readjust the camera with the R2 button.
Press the A button to turn around 180 degrees. Use this to get away from enemies or to turn around and go the way you came. If you press the button while moving, your turn will become a Quick Turn.
Move the right analog stick in any direction to reload your weapon. While reloading, you will be unable to move, so watch your ammo at all times.
*Each persona has different weapons, meaning that the time required to reload will also differ. And some weapons never need to be reloaded.
Enemies are invisible thanks to their optical urban camouflage, and your attacks do not affect them. So, while holding the R1 button, press the L1 button as well to perform a scan and bring any enemies into view so you can attack them.
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Close-Range Target Acquire
While in an attack stance, press the R1 button to lock on to the nearest enemy and automatically set your sights on it.
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Attack Stance / Fire Weapon
The screen will switch to a first person view while you hold the R1 button, putting the character into an attack stance and allowing you to aim your weapon(s). While in this attack stance, use the left analog stick to aim, and press the X button to fire using the weapon you have equipped.
While in an attack stance, if there are multiple enemies, you can press the directional buttons in the direction of the enemy you wish to lock on to and automatically set your sights on it.
Special Ability
Each Killer7 persona possesses a unique special ability. Some can be used at any time, and others can only be used in certain situations. There may be times during the story where the special ability