Command Menu
Press the START button to enter the command menu and pause the game. The machine's current condition can be confirmed and changed here.
Press the Up/Down Directional buttons to navigate. Pressing the START button once again returns you to the game.
Command Menu Notes
Depending on the situation, it may not be possible to select certain fields in the Command Menu. In such an event there will either be no field name displayed or the choices will be shaded in gray.
Radar Map
The radar map can be moved with the left analog stick and rotated with the right analog stick, making it possible to adjust its position for easy viewing.
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Item Box (ammo, passcode)
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Items possessed by enemy party
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Enemy party movement route
Radar Map Indicators
This indicates that the enemy party has Metatron (complete rejuvenation item) in its possession.
This indicates that the enemy has a passcode in its possession.
This indicated that the enemy possesses sub-weapon ammunition.
WEAPONS
A list appears which shows the sub-weapons obtained and the number of remaining ammunition rounds. Use this section to equip or change sub-weapons depending on your needs.
PROGRAMS
A list appears that indicates the programs that have been obtained.
PASSCODES
A list appears that shows the obtained passcodes. Previously used passcodes are excluded from the list.
AREA CHANGE
To move from a local stage to a global stage.
MISSION
The player's next mission is displayed.
OPTIONS
It is possible to change various game settings in this menu.
SAVE
The current game situation is saved on a Memory card (8MB) (for PlayStation 2). For more information on saving, see Save/Game Over p. 11. Versus Mode
After you have successfully completed the game, it will be possible to play in "versus" mode against the computer or a friend. Please select "VERSUS" From the title screen to play in this mode.
Press the Button to exit the mode and return to the Title Screen menu.
Versus Computer / Versus Player Selection
To play against the computer select "PLAYER1 - COM" and to play against another player select "PLAYER 1 - PLAYER2."
Character Selection
Select a character.
Stage Select
Select the desired stage for the versus battle.
Setting the Level
The level is set here. The higher the level, the stronger the enemy becomes. The game begins after selections have been completed. After the battle concludes, the game will return to the VERSUS menu to set up the next battle.
Basic Actions: How to Move!
Press the Directional buttons or left analog stick up, down, left, and right (front, back, left, and right) to move in that direction.
Press the Directional buttons or left analog stick softly to walk and strongly to run. If you run when the enemy is close by, you will be heard. Be careful!
Crawl Under Things!
You can crawl under desks and into narrow spaces. Crouch with the button and move around to crawl. Press the button again to stand up.
Watch Out at Corners!
When you enter Corner View mode at a corner, use the L2 and R2 buttons to take a peek around the corner.
You can also enter First Person View mode in front of the wall by pressing the R button and peek around the corner with the L2 and R2 buttons.
Game System
Intrusion Mode
State in which the player is not discovered by the enemy or surveillance camera. This is the default mode of play. Radar can be used.
You can maintain Intrusion mode if you prevent enemy radio transmission when discovered. Radar can be used.
If enemy radio transmission is made, you enter Alert mode. Enemy soldiers come after you. Radar cannot be used.
Alert Mode
State in which the player is discovered by the enemy or surveillance camera. You will enter Alert mode automatically if spotted by the surveillance camera. Radar cannot be used. When the gauge is down to zero, you enter Evasion mode.
Evasion Mode
When the enemy has lost sight of the player, the enemy will search the area. If not found for a certain amount of time, you will enter Caution mode. Radar cannot be used.
Caution Mode
The enemy is being more cautious than during Intrusion mode. If not found for a certain amount of time, you will enter Intrusion mode. Radar can be used.
Jump Over the Handrail When Necessary!
When you are facing a handrail, press the button to jump over and hang down. This is known as "Hanging mode."
Although Solid Snake is strong, he will fall when the Grip gauge reaches zero. You can also move sideways during Hanging mode by pressing the Left/Right Directional buttons or left analog stick Left/Right.
Press the button again during Hanging mode and you will climb back over the handrail. You can also let go of the handrail and drop down by pressing the button.
Employ All Kinds of Actions to Intruder!
Actions other than those described above are necessary to complete the