User Guide

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Saving
There are two methods available for saving game data. One is to save the game to a game
file at the “Save Point” and the other is to select “Resume” from the System Menu.
In order to effectively continue playing Shenmue over an extended period of time, it is
necessary to obtain a VMU (sold separately) with 80 blocks of free memory.
Move around the town freely and search at
will in this main game mode. Speak with
and question people, gather information,
search for clues, etc. to advance through
the game storyline. (See p. 14)
Game data can be saved to a game file from the Save Point located in Ryo’s bedroom at the
Hazuki house. Whenever Ryo ente rs his room, a menu is auto m a t i c a l ly displayed. Use the D-Pad
to select “Save” from this menu. (To display the menu manually, position Ryo in front
of his bed and press
.) A total of 3 game files can be saved to one memory card.
Saving to a Game File
Use the resume function to te mp o ra ri ly save the game at a point whenever you need to inte rru pt
and discontinue play for the time being. Press
to display the System Menu and select
and enter “Resume” to save the game at that particular moment and then end game play.
Resume
CAUTION
Only one resume file is available. Once you select “Continue” to continue playing, that resume
file will be erased. Because this function is only designed as a temporary save, it is recommended
that you use both the resume and save features to prevent loss of game data.
CAUTION
When saving or loading game files, never turn the Dre a m c a s t power OFF, atte m pt to re m ove th e
VMU or disconnect the contro l l e r.
ResumeSave
FREE QUEST
The QTE mode invo lves participation in short
d ramatic event scenes in which you must pre s s
c o n t roller buttons that correspond to icons th a t
appear on the game display within a time limit
to successfully clear. (See p. 23)
QTE
Whenever a battle scene unfolds, use simple
combinations of button and trigger commands
to help Ryo execute the martial arts moves
necessary to defeat his enemies. (See p. 24)
FREE BATTLE
The view mode occurs automatically in
specific event scenes in which directed
camerawork highlights progression tips in
the game storyline.
VIEW MODE
For details on the game controls used in each game mode, see the page numbers listed below.
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