User manual SEGA 18 WHEELER INSTRUCTION MANUAL

[. . . ] To save, insert the memory card into 5 Blocks Expansion Socket 1 of the controller connected to Control Port A. Required While saving or loading, never turn the Dreamcast power OFF, attempt to remove the memory card or disconnect the controller. 18_0409U. qxp 5/2/01 1:55 PM Page 2 BASIC CONTROLS Eighteen Wheeler is a one to two player game that can be played using either Dreamcast controllers or the Rally Wheel (sold separately). Connect the controller to be used t o Control Port A (one player) or Control Ports A and B (two players). DREAMCAST CONTROLLER Trigger L Trigger R Analog Thumb Pad X Button Y Button CAUTION Never touch the Analog Thumb Pad or the Triggers L/R (Rally Wheel = Steering Wheel, Triggers L/R) while turning the Dreamcast power ON. Doing so may disrupt the controller initialization procedure and result in malfunction. Directional Pad (D-Pad) B Button A Button Start Button Analog Thumb Pad Directional Pad (D-Pad) A Button B Button X Button Y Button Trigger L Trigger R On Selection Screens -----------Move Cursor Move Cursor Enter Cancel/Next Screen ---------------------------------Enter BASIC CONTROLS During Game Play Pause/Continue Game Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Gear Shift Reverse Horn (Attack in VS modes) Change View Brake Accelerator To soft-reset the Dreamcast and return to the title screen during game play, simultaneously press and hold the A, B, X, Y and Start Buttons. Start Button On Selection Screens Start Button Steering Wheel + Button -- Button A Button B Button Trigger L Trigger R -----------Move Cursor Move Cursor Move Cursor Enter Cancel/Previous Screen ----------------------- During Game Play Pause/Continue Game Steering Wheel Gear Shift Horn (Attack in VS modes) Reverse Change View Brake Accelerator RALLY WHEEL Trigger L Button + Button Trigger L When Using the Jump PackTM To use the Jump Pack (sold separately) when playing, always be sure to insert the Jump Pack int o Expansion Socket 2 of the Dreamcast controller. [. . . ] Should you run out of time before reaching the goal, press the Start Button before the countdown reaches zero to try again. 3 DALLAS to LAS VEGAS This mountain course has lots of uphill slopes that might result in time loss. But if you go too fast and you just might wind belly up at the bottom of the ravine! Does not appear when in rear view. 5 CLEARING THE STAGE To clear the stage, reach the goal before the time limit runs out. You'll then receive reward money based on the combined value of the cargo and any remaining time that is leftover. If you can clear all the s tages and set a new record, you can enter a three character name. Use $^ to select a letter or number and press A to enter. 4 Trailer and Reward Value Decreases when the trailer is damaged. 4 6 LA SV E GAS to SAN FRANCISCO 5 Gears HIGH, LOW and REVERSE. Watch those curves and use that `slip stream' to take control!The final goal is in sight! 6 Speed 7 18_0409U. qxp 5/2/01 1:55 PM Page 8 GAME MODES ADVICE SLIP STREAM If you manage to position your truck directly behind another one, you can achieve the `slip stream' speed boost effect that occurs as a result of decreased air resistance. Any vehicles that are approximately the same size as your own will create this effect. PARKING In this mode, park your truck in five separat e areas within the allotted time limit to clear each stage. Clear all four of the available stages to uncover hidden bonus stages. To park, simply position your truck within the green-rimmed walls of the parking space and press the brake. For every pole, drum can, wall, etc. , you hit you'll incur a penalty and lose time, so you gotta be careful! 1 2 3 4 TRUCK SELECTION STAGE SELECTION START PARKING Aim for the green rimmed walls and park that truck. If you overshoot and find your nose hanging outside of the spot, shift into reverse and back her up! FORKS & SHORTCUTS Within each stage there are forks in the road. So keep an eye peeled on the rival trucker and make your decisions about which way to go accordingly. In some places there are shortcuts off-road so stay alert and investigate all possible options. 1 BONUS GAMES If you manage to make it to the goal ahead of the rival trucker, you'll earn the chance to participate in a parking challenge bonus game. If you can park your truck in the specified space within the allotted time you'll win bonus parts for your truck. [. . . ] While racing in these modes, pressing the horn will cause the trailer doors to open and spill cargo onto the road, creating an obstacle for your opponent. The effect of this attack will vary depending on the trailer you are using. After using the attack three times, you will need to wait until it replenishes in order to use it again so be sure to time your attacks well. [. . . ]