User manual SEGA DREAMCAST GAMES SONIC ADVENTURE

[. . . ] Seven precious emeralds with a m ysterious and compelling power Relics from an ancient warrior land An epic tale full of joy and sorrow Now fate has opened a new chapter Destiny repeats itself as the adventure unfolds. . . Thank you for purchasing Sonic Adventure!Please note that this software is designed only for use with the Dreamcast console. Be sure to read this instruction manual thoroughly before you start playing CONTENTS CONSOLE AND CONTROLLER OPERATION . . 18 Sonic Adventure is a memory card compatible game (Visual Memory Unit (VMU) sold separately). [. . . ] Be sure to take your parental responsibilities seriously for how you care for your Chao creatures will determine not only their physical development but also their personality, behavior and quality of life. NOTE: The time only flows in the Chao garden while a character is present. HOW TO RAISE CHAO CREATURES Chao are hatched from eggs that can be found in Chao Gardens or the adventure field. To enhance its physical traits and abilities, your Chao creature can absorb the characteristics of the small animals rescued from the action stages. To do this, use the button to pick up and hold a small animal in front of your Chao. As the absorption takes place, your Chao creature will visibly trans form. Chao will also undergo physical and Happy Alarmed Confused 14 ACTION STAGE = Enter, or = Cancel Select "Action Stage" to display the character selection screen and select a character. All the action stages that have been previously cleared by the selected character appear. When the confirmation screen listing the character and stage you have selected appears, select either "OK" or "Cancel". Keep tabs on the mood and health of your Chao by noting these mood indicators. behavioral changes according to the food you provide and manner in which you treat it. 15 RACING CHAO C REATURES AT CHAO STADIUM MINI-GAME = Enter, or = Cancel Select "Mini-game" to display the character selection screen, and then select a character. All the mini-games that are available for the selected character appear. When the confirmation screen listing the character and mini-game you have selected appears, select either "OK" or "Cancel". Don't forget to cheer your ENTERING A CHAO RACE Jump on the "Entry" button in the lobby of the Chao Stadium. When the race menu appears, set the appropriate items and start the race. Race Mode Selection - Chao Race (Jewel): A jewel goestothewinner ofthis advancedcourse(oneentryonly). - Multi-entry: Pit a number of raised Chao against one another in this mode. Chao Selection = Select the location of your Chao from the available options. P LA Y I N G " C H A O AD V EN T U R E " US I N G Y O U R V M U TAKING YOUR CHAO FOR A WALK Transfer your Chao to a Visual Memory Unit (VMU) to take them on an adventure. To do this, use a character to pick up* your Chao and carry it over to the "Transporter Machine" located in the Chao garden. When multiple VMUs are connected, you will need to select which VMU to use to hold your Chao. *CAUTION: To avoid inadvertently attacking your Chao, it is recommended that you only use the Y button when picking up Chao creatures. 16 PLAYING "CHAO ADVENTURE" w Flying Fists Battle When your Chao encounters a "Bully Chao, " it's battle time. To punch, use the A button to stop the displayed roulette on the white bar. [. . . ] Big leads a tranquil life, together with his buddy "Froggy", in a hut in a serene part of the jungle. Until one day when suddenly Froggy underwent an unusual transformation. . . w Fish of various species and sizes live in the many fishing spots found throughout the adventure field so try your hand at catching other fish while searching for Froggy. TIPS In order to catch a fish (or Froggy) you must first "hook" your prey. [. . . ]