Starting the Game
Insert the Lupin the 3rd: Treasure of the Sorcerer King™ disc into the PlayStation®2 console. After the developer logo, the opening movie will play. Press the START button during or after the opening movie to display the Title Screen. Use the directional buttons or left analog stick to select an option and press the Ⓧ button or START button to confirm.
Memory Card
A memory card (8MBxfor PlayStation®2) must be in MEMORY CARD slot 1 or 2 for the developer logo to display. If no memory card is present, you will be prompted to insert one.
You can start the game without a memory card, but you will not be able to save your progress.
New Game
Select this option to play the game for the first time or to restart from the beginning. Pressing the START button during the opening movie will skip it.
Load Game
Continue playing from previous save data. To save, insert a memory card into MEMORY CARD slot 1 or 2.
Options
Set controller vibration functions and sound output. Use the directional buttons or left analog stick to select headings, and the left or right buttons to change settings.
Press the Ⓧ button to exit the Options Screen and return to the Title Screen. These settings can also be changed via the System Menu during gameplay.
Hiding Place
This option becomes available after completing the game and saving after the staff credits. You can view in-game movies and acquired items here.
Movement/Search Screen
Tech Monocle
The circular interface at the top right of the screen is the Tech Monocle. Its display changes based on the situation.
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Radar Map (while moving): Shows surrounding information and features.
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Mind Meter (when in disguise): Displays your current disguise status.
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Escape Gauge (while escaping): Appears when discovered.
Stamina Gauge
This gauge shows the controlled character's stamina. It decreases when you take damage.
If the gauge reaches 0, "Try Again" appears, and you lose one dummy doll. Use a first aid kit to recover stamina.
Item Information
This window displays currently equipped items. The top row shows tools for the Ⓛ button, and the bottom row shows weapons for the Ⓡ button.
Hold the Ⓡ1 button to see the total remaining bullets.
Reading the Screens
System Menu Screen
Press the START button during the game to display the System Menu. Use the directional buttons or left analog stick to select headings, and press the Ⓧ button to confirm.
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Items: View or use obtained items.
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Equip: Replenish bullets and equip obtained items.
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Map: View your current location. Some locations may not be displayed.
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Options: Enter the Options Screen.
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Save: Saves game progress. Only usable in certain areas.
Item/Equipment Screen
Preview
Displays an image of the currently selected item. Switch items using the left or right directional buttons or the left analog stick.
Press the Ⓧ button to inspect, equip, or use the selected item. "Remains" in the lower right shows the number of preview items in possession.
Commands
Items and equipment are categorized by usage and situation. Switch headings with the directional buttons or by tapping the left analog stick up or down.
First aid kits and sleep cylinders disappear after use.
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Recovery: Items associated with the Stamina gauge.
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Event: Items used in specific situations.
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Objects: Items that serve as clues.
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Weapons: Weapon items used by pressing the Ⓡ button.
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Cartridge: Bullet reloading cartridge for guns.
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Tools: Tools used by pressing the Ⓛ button, such as infrared goggles.
Stealth Mode
Lupin and his friends must avoid detection. Obtain items while hiding in shadows or solve puzzles to remove objects.
Obtaining Items
Press the Ⓧ button to pick up an item on the field. A close-up and explanation will be displayed.
The item will be registered under the Equip or Items heading on the System Menu Screen, accessible anytime.
Push/Pull
You can push or pull certain objects. Press the Ⓧ button near a movable object to crouch and enter the moving position.
Hold the Ⓧ button and press the left analog stick forward or backward to push or pull. You cannot change the object's facing direction.
Open Doors
Press the Ⓧ button in front of an unlocked door to open it. If a door is locked, a message will explain why.
Doors opened by the player will automatically close when the player moves a certain distance away.
Hide (Use Objects)
Press the Ⓧ button in front of an object with an action symbol to hide behind it. Continue holding the Ⓧ button to remain hidden.
Release the Ⓧ button to return to normal. You will not be discovered by enemies while hiding.
Talk
Press the Ⓧ button near friends, townspeople, and other characters to talk. A message window will appear.
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