Be Ball
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(PC Engine - JP, Action & Adventure)
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Complete
$39.48
Loose $19.45
Developed_By:
Now Production
Published_By:
Hudson Soft
Released On:
30 Mar 1990
Chew Man Fu has set a curse to rob the world of fried rice, egg rolls and all its other favourite foods. To stop him you must work through 550 rounds, clearing them by placing four different coloured balls into the appropriately-coloured hole. Gameplay is something of a Pengo variant, as the single-screen levels are inhabited by enemies, who can be killed by firing one of the balls at them at speed. When it hits one it will continue moving in the same direction, rebounding off walls if neccessary, and pushing you backwards slightly if it comes back to you - but it can be instantaneously brought back under control. Blocks can also be moved at a more casual speed, including round corners. Once a block is placed onto its spot, it can be used again as a weapon. The levels are in a maze style, and parts of this can be opened up. The game also includes a small bonus Kick-Ball game for 2 players, which doubles as practice with the control system.
UPC-A:
4988607200305 (Japan)
Part #:
HC90028 (Japan)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
Set in a fantasy world, this adventure game tasks the player with guiding two disciples, Linlin and Lanlan, through a mysterious Holy Tower consisting of five distinct sections. The duo must navigate this sanctuary to defeat the sorcerer Chumanfoo, who has seized control of the site and is utilizing its treasures for world conquest.
Story
The Holy Tower
Long ago, in a remote secluded land far from people, there was a "Holy Tower" that held an immortal's secret treasures. It was a symbol of peace, consisting of:
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A stone tower
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An ice tower
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A tree tower
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A water tower
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A treasure tower
The Invasion
One day, a mysterious sorcerer named Chumanfoo appeared and took over the "Holy Tower". He began using the immortal's treasures for his ambition of world conquest.
The Immortal's Fate
"If this goes on, the world will be destroyed," the immortal thought as he rushed to retrieve the tower. However, due to Chumanfoo's dark arts, the immortal's powers were sealed within the tower.
The Mission
"Since it has come to this, I can only rely on you two." The immortal told his disciples, Linlin and Lanlan, who had just arrived.
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Linlin and Lanlan entered the tower
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Their goal is to defeat Chumanfoo
Controls
SELECT + RUN (held)
Restart the game from the beginning
Pad
Move Rinrin and Ranran up, down, left, and right during the game
How to Play
Title Screen Options
Select how to play from the Title Screen using the select button.
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1 PLAYER: Play with Rin Rin.
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2 PLAYERS: Play with Lan Ran at the same time.
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KICK BALL: A mode to compete with friends.
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EDIT MODE: A mode for creating original game screens.
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PASSWORD: Accesses the password input screen.
Post-Clear Evaluation
This screen appears after clearing a round, evaluating your clear method and providing tips for the next round. Time Bonus is calculated as remaining game time multiplied by 10. Special Bonus is based on how you cleared the round.
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Diamonds: Vary in number based on the clear method and remaining time.
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Display: Shows remaining lives, score, and diamond count.
Collect Diamonds
When you clear a round, you receive diamonds in proportion to your effort. Collecting 30 diamonds allows you to trade them for the Elder's training to increase your lives. Sometimes, you can trade diamonds directly for lives.
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Elder's Question: If you answer "Yes," a bonus game appears that gives you a chance to increase your lives.
2-Player Versus: KICK BALL
In "BE BALL," KICK BALL is a mode for versus battles with two players. Aim for each other's goals and compete to see who can score faster.
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Player 1 Goal: Located on one side of the screen.
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Player 2 Goal: Located on the opposite side.
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Points: Displayed on the game screen.
KICK BALL Controls
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Directional Keys: Move your character.
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Specific Button: Stops the ball's movement.
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Specific Button: Used to kick the ball.
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Specific Button: Not used.
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Game Start/Pause Button: Starts or pauses the game.
KICK BALL Game Rules
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Kick the blue ball in the center of the screen and score points by putting it into the opponent's goal.
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One game is won by the player who reaches 5 points first.
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In a 5-game match, the first to win 3 games takes the match.
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A two-player pad for the PC Engine must be connected to play.
EDIT MODE Overview
In EDIT MODE, you can create your own original levels and play using them in both single player and 2-player modes.
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1P GAME START: Play on original levels created in EDIT MODE.
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2P GAME START: Play on original levels created in EDIT MODE.
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EDIT: Mode for creating original levels (uses one controller).
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BACKUP: Uses backup RAM to save original levels.
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CLEAR: Used to delete a level currently in creation.
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END: Returns to the title screen after finishing.
Creating Original Levels
When you select EDIT MODE, a map creation screen appears first.
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Move the cursor using the directional keys.
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Use the I button to create walls and the II button to cancel.
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Press the select button on the map creation screen to bring up the item placement screen.
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Move the cursor down to display available items for placement.
Placing Items
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Select the item to place using the left and right arrow keys, then press the I button to confirm.
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Move the item on the screen with the arrow keys, and press the I button again to place it.
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This process can be repeated until the limit for each item is reached.
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Balls and Plates can be placed up to 4 of each, regardless of color or type.
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A maximum of 8 items and 4 enemy characters can be placed.
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When finished, press the RUN button to return to the EDIT MODE screen.
Hints for Level Creation
Creating original levels is just like playing the game itself; it is not guaranteed to go well from the start.
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Place as many items as you can, then surround them with walls.
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Think about which walls to remove to make movement easier, and adjust accordingly.
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It is suggested to place lots of walls first and then remove them later.
Tips & Maps
Maximum Attack Power Ball
This ball has the highest attack power of the four and can take down any enemy in one hit. It is recommended to move near this ball and counterattack if you are about to be surrounded by enemies.
Rebound Power Ball
This ball has the highest rebound power, continuing to bounce between walls for a while after being kicked. However, its attack power and wall-breaking ability are the weakest among the balls.
Average Type Ball
This ball possesses mid-range power, with average attack, wall-breaking, and rebound capabilities. It is quite useful when it is near you.
Heavy Ball
This ball has the highest wall-breaking power of the four, allowing it to break any wall in two hits. It is useful for stages full of walls or when you want to retrieve items inside walls.
Items & Weapons
Sutra
If there is no plate on the upper part of the screen, using this item will make a previously invisible plate appear.
Amulet
Provides one-time protection against enemy hits, even if multiple are taken at the same time, the effect only lasts for one hit.
Power
For a certain period, the color and characteristics of all four balls become the same.
Ki Power Bullet
An item that can instantly destroy the wall in the direction of the arrow and enemy characters at the moment it is taken; it comes in Horizontal, Vertical, and Cross variations.
Earthquake
Deals damage to all walls on the upper part of the screen.
Ramen
When taken, enemies will gather for a certain period of time.
Misfortune Item
Includes various other items such as things that stop enemy movement, fruits that increase the score, and diamonds that appear according to the situation.
Enemies & Characters
Harris's Porcupine
Moves by rolling around. Appears in Area 1.
Green Turtle
Retracts into its shell when hit by a ball. Appears in Area 1.
Lion
Stands on two legs and chases the player. Appears in Area 1.
Penguin
Slides smoothly down ice surfaces. Appears in Area 2.
Seal
Moves by ramming into walls with its body. Appears in Area 2.
Yeti
Freezes the ball, preventing the player from moving. Appears in Area 2.
North American Porcupine
Chases the player while rolling and taps walls to attack. Appears in Area 3.
Gorilla
Holds up the ball to block the player's path. Appears in Area 3.
Oogama
Blows fire and moves quickly. Appears in Area 4.
Akagame
Has higher defense power than Midorigame and should not be crushed. Appears in Area 4.
Kappa
Dances on top of the ball and rejects attacks from the back. Appears in Area 4.
Dragon
Attacks the player even if it hasn't climbed properly. Appears in Area 5.
Dradgon
Accepts balls from the front, and the player should try to stop it at least once. Appears in Area 5.
Oni
An enemy character found in Area 5.
Passwords & Cheats
1 PLAYER
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