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GETTING STARTED STARTING UP DUALSHOCK®2 ANALOG CONTROLLER CONFIGURATIONS MEMORY CARD slot 2 MEMORY CARD slot 1 disc tray RESET button L2 button R2 button L1 button R1 button (OPEN) button USB connector i.LINK connector controller port 1 controller port 2 directional buttons button Set up your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system according to the instructions in its Instruction Manual. Make sure the MAIN POWER switch (located on the back of the console) is turned on.
CONTROL SUMMARY General Gameplay Controls NFL 2K2 is designed with analog functionality in mind. The DUALSHOCK®2 analog controller provides a fuller range of motion and adds to the overall depth of the game. However, if you’re more partial to using the directional buttons, the default control scheme also allows you to use this method to control player movement. Either way is acceptable, it’s a matter of personal preference.
ON OFFENSE Coach’s Corner: AI Play Calling Stuck on what play to call? Then ask NFL 2K2 for assistance. During play calling, press the ✖ Button once and either the offensive or defensive coordinator for your team will suggest a play. Press the ✖ Button again to accept the selection. THE RUNNING GAME In the NFL, you can’t say enough about the importance of a good running game.
THE PASSING GAME Run Types There are several ways to move the ball on the ground, and understanding your plays can be the key to making good things happen. Here are some key terms that should help get your motor running: Draw: Find yourself up against a blitz-happy defensive front? Then chances are, a well-executed draw will hit ‘em where it hurts. These delayed run plays suck the defense in and wait ‘till the last possible second to explode out of the backfield. If they work, you’ll gain big.
Quarterback Scramble Pass Types Even the best offensive line is going to let a defender through every once in a while, so you’d better be ready to get out of the way. Hold down the R1 button and your QB becomes a runner so that you can scramble out of the way. Use the R1 button with the buttons below to pull off some power moves to evade wouldbe tacklers.
THE RECEIVING GAME Coming down with that big catch can be about so much more than getting your hands on the ball. The best receivers run precise routes, have unshakable concentration, and have a knack for being in the right place at the right time. While we can’t help you with your timing on your post routes, we can get you started with these: ON DEFENSE As important as it is to put points on the board, the road to many an NFL championship begins and ends with a solid defense.
After the Snap Coach’s Corner: Using The Right Player Button Action ● (right analog stick Right) ✖ (L3) ■ (right analog stick Down) ▲ (right analog stick Up) L1 or R1 left analog stick Instant Energy Take control of the defender nearest to the ball. Speed Burst Dive / Tackle Jump to knock down or intercept a pass Defensive Line Special Move Control your player Press ✖ while running to fill the player arrow completely. Then press any special move button to perform a more powerful move.
SPECIAL TEAMS Coverage Types Man-to-Man: Simply put, a defender in man-toman is assigned to an offensive player, and has to put a stop to his attempts to burn the defense. Useful when you’ve got a match-up in your favor, but be careful about going man-to-man when you’re facing a more talented opponent. Though they’re usually the last guys you hear about on the football field, having quality special teams can make a difference in the game.
GAME SET-UP Replay Controls Need to see that play again? Want to rub it in your friend's face after the big score? Then bring up the Replay feature of NFL 2K2 from the pause menu to view the last play again.
EXHIBITION PLAY Game Options Menu Select Game Options from the Main Options Menu and adjust the following settings. Quarter Length Difficulty Play Calling Game Speed Fatigue Advanced Line Moves Injuries Coach Mode Tutorial Performance EQ 1 – 15 minute quarters Rookie, Pro, All Pro By formation or by Package Slow, Normal, or Fast On or Off On or Off On or Off On or Off (when on, you pick the play, NFL 2K2 handles the rest) Learn the game directly from NFL 2K2.
RANDY MOSS BIO When the Minnesota Vikings need a big play, they know who to turn to - No. 84, Randy Moss. The defense knows it too, but there's nothing they can do to stop him. Over the defenders, under the defenders, one-handed, two-handed, forward or backward, all the QB has to do is get the ball near him and Moss will come down with it. In 1998, the rookie sensation from Marshall University caught 69 passes for 1,313 yards.
GAME MODES From the Main Menu, you’ve got a ton of choices. Here is a quick description of all of the different game modes that NFL 2K2 has to offer. Practice Practice makes perfect. Head on over to the practice field to learn the formations and plays of your favorite team. Fine tune the running game, learn the timing of your passing routes, and find your defensive positioning. Once you’re into Scrimmage Mode, you have a number of different styles of practice.
CUSTOMIZE NFL 2K2 lets you customize it all. You can design your players and teams, and can even keep tally of your personal in-game records and review the records of other human players. The Sega Sports Pre-Game Show: While everyone knows their favorite team like the back of their hand, how well do you know the opposition? If the answer is “not too well,” don’t get too stressed out.
Team Ratings Arizona Cardinals: Stadium: Sun Devil Stadium 2000 Record: 3-13 Team Website: http://www.azcardinals.com Not too sure about every aspect of your team? Have injuries or player trades changed the face of your roster? Well, thanks to Sega Sports Team Ratings, you’ll get an up-to-date evaluation of the different skill positions for both teams before every game. The ratings are based on a 4-star system, and the more stars you have, the better your unit is.
Buffalo Bills: Cincinnati Bengals: Stadium: Ralph Wilson Stadium 2000 Record: 8-8 Team Website: http://www.buffalobills.com Play Style: The Bills have some solid receivers, but opening up lanes and getting them the ball will be difficult without a running game. Defensively, this unit is going to have trouble containing high-powered opponents Key Players: # 56 LB Sam Cowart: One of the league’s best ‘backers, Cowart is the type of player that can make a big play on almost any down he is in the game.
Denver Broncos: Indianapolis Colts: Stadium: Invesco Field 2000 Record: 11-5 Team Website: http://www.denverbroncos.com Play Style: Defensively, this team gives up a lot of yards, but The offense features one of the best QBs in the league, as well as THREE solid running backs at their disposal. # 14 QB Brian Griese: His QB rating was second to none last season, and though he’s not as flashy as some, Griese is living up to the Mile High tradition, finding a way to win each week.
Miami Dolphins: New Orleans Saints: Stadium: Pro Player Stadium 2000 Record: 11-5 Team Website: http://www.miamidolphins.com Stadium: Louisiana Superdome 2000 Record: 10-6 Team Website: http://wwwneworleanssaints.com Team Overlook: A tough team that has a shot at the Super Bowl this season, the Dolphins are a team to keep an eye on. Assuming they can find some direction, that is..
Oakland Raiders: Stadium: Network Associates Coliseum San Diego Chargers: 2000 Record: 12-4 Team Website: http://www.raiders.com Stadium: Qualcomm Stadium 2000 Record: 1-15 Team Website: http://www.chargers.com Team Overlook: The Raiders fell just short of a Super Bowl berth, and you can bet they’ll be eager to make up for a disappointing end to a solid regular season. Team Overlook: Overlook: While some teams were bad last season, the Chargers were absolutely pathetic.
St. Louis Rams: Stadium: St. Louis Dome Washington Redskins: 2000 Record: 10-6 Team Website: http://www.stlouisrams.com Stadium: Washington Field 2000 Record: 8-8 Team Website: http://www.redskins.com Team Overlook: While injuries slowed them down last year, don’t expect the bad luck to continue for the Rams, who should be back to form this season.
CREDITS Visual Concepts Quality Assurance Player Voices Shawn Lee Artists cont.
NOTES Licensing Jane Thompson Robert Leffler Creative Services Bob Schonfisch – Director Angela Santos – Project Manager Vicki Morawietz – Manual Designer All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. The names and logos of all stadiums/arenas are trademarks of their respective owners and are used by permission.
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