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For use only with the N-Gage mobile game deck. Copyright © 2003 Nokia. All rights reserved.N-Gage is a trademark of Nokia Corporation. Other product and company names mentioned hereinmay be trademarks or trade names of their respective owners. Printed in China.

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Part No. 9356941, Issue No. 01

Copyright © 2003 Nokia. All rights reserved.

N-Gage is a trademark of Nokia Corporation. Other company andproduct names mentioned herein may be trademarks or trade names oftheir respective owners.Printed in China. Package contains one game on one game card. Made in Taiwan.The information contained in this user guide was written for SonicN.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL NOKIA BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANYLOSS OF DATA OR INCOME OR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, ANDCONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES HOWSOEVER CAUSED. THECONTENTS OF THIS DOCUMENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS." EXCEPT ASREQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW, NO WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND,EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THEIMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR APARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE MADE IN RELATION TO THE ACCURACYAND RELIABILITY OR CONTENTS OF THIS DOCUMENT. NOKIA RESERVESTHE RIGHT TO REVISE THIS DOCUMENT OR WITHDRAW IT AT ANY TIMEWITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.

EXPORT CONTROLSThis product contains commodities, technology, or software exportedfrom the United States in accordance with the Export Administrationregulations. Diversion contrary to U.S. law is prohibited.

Further detailed information is given in the separate user guide. Do notuse this guide in place of the complete user guide, which providesimportant safety and maintenance information.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerousor illegal. Read the user guide for your gaming device for furtherinformation.

SWITCH ON SAFELY Do not use this product when wireless phone use isprohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.Follow any restrictions or rules in the device’s user guide.

ROAD SAFETY COMES FIRST Obey all local laws. Always keep your hands free tooperate the vehicle while driving. Your firstconsideration while driving should be road safety.

INTERFERENCEAll wireless devices may be susceptible to interference,which could affect performance.

USE SENSIBLYUse the gaming device only in the normal position asshown in the user guide.

ENHANCEMENTS AND BATTERIES Use only approved enhancements and batteries. Do notconnect incompatible products.

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Table of ContentsInserting the N-Gage Game Card . . . . .3

Starting a Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Using the N-Gage Controls . . . . . . . . . .3

Story . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

The Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Basic Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Common Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Individual Character Actions . . . . . . . .7

Starting the Game Modes . . . . . . . . . .9

Game Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Time Attack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Memo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 6

Obtaining Support/Service . . . . . . . . . .1 6

Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 6

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Starting a gameTurn the power switch on.

The game icon will automatically appear onthe Menu screen once the game card issuccessfully installed.

Press , scroll to the game icon and press. Now you’re ready to start the game.

Do not use the USB port during gameplay.

Using the N-Gage Controls

Inserting the N-Gage Game Card1. Make sure the N-Gage game deck is

switched off. If it’s on, press and holdto switch off the device.

2. With the back of the N-Gage game deck facingyou, slide open the cover(Fig. 1).

3. Slide finger into the fingerslot, then lift and removethe battery. (Fig. 2)

4. Remove the existing gamecard or memory card (ifyou have one fitted).

5. Position the N-Gage gamecard in its slot. Make surethat the gold contacts ofthe card are facing downand lined up with thegold contacts on thedevice (Fig. 3).

6. When you have secured the card in place,replace the battery, then replace thecover by sliding it back into place (Fig. 4).

Note: A SIM card must be inserted in the N-Gage game deck before a game can beplayed. Insert a SIM card as described in theN-Gage game deck instruction manual.

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Important: Safety information about video gamesAbout photosensitive seizuresA very small percentage of people may experience a seizurewhen exposed to certain visual images, including flashing lightsor patterns that may appear in video games. Even people whohave no history of seizures or epilepsy may have an undiagnosedcondition that can cause photosensitive epileptic seizures whilewatching video games. These seizures may have a variety ofsymptoms, including lightheadedness, altered vision, eye or facetwitching, jerking or shaking of arms or legs, disorientation,confusion, or momentary loss of awareness. Seizures may alsocause loss of consciousness or convulsions that can lead toinjury from falling down or striking nearby objects.

Immediately stop playing and consult a doctor if youexperience any of these symptoms. Adults who allow teenagers(or children) to play the games should watch for or ask theirchildren about these symptoms as they are more likely thanadults to experience these seizures. The risk of photosensitiveepileptic seizures may be reduced by playing in a well-lit roomand by not playing when you are drowsy or fatigued. If you orany of your relatives have a history of seizures or epilepsy,consult a doctor before playing.

Play safelyTake a break from playing games at least every half hour. Stopplaying immediately if you begin to feel tired or if you experiencean unpleasant sensation or pain in your hands and/or arms. If thecondition persists, consult a doctor. Use of vibration can aggravateinjuries. Do not turn vibration on if you have any ailment in thebones or joints of your fingers, hands, wrists, or arms.

CARE AND MAINTENANCEYour game card and game deck are products of superior designand craftsmanship and should be treated with care. Thesuggestions below will help you protect your warranty coverageand enjoy your game for many years.

• Keep the game card and game deck dry. Precipitation, humidityand all types of liquids or moisture can contain minerals thatwill corrode electronic circuits.

• Do not use or store the game card and game deck in dusty,dirty areas.

• Do not store the game card and game deck in hot areas.

• Do not store the game card and game deck in cold areas.When the game deck returns to its normal temperature,moisture can form inside the game deck and damageelectronic circuit boards.

• Do not attempt to open the game card or game deck otherthan as instructed in the user guide.

• Do not drop, knock, or shake the game card and game deck.

• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strongdetergents to clean the game card or game deck.

• Keep the game card out of the reach of small children.

All of the above suggestions apply equally to your game card,game deck, and any enhancement.


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The Characters

Sonic is the world's fastestsupersonic hedgehog! He's basically carefree, but hecan also be short-tempered. Hecan't stand evil and if there'ssomeone in trouble, it would goagainst his kind nature not tohelp them. Amy is a cheerful and peppy

hedgehog who has decided she is Sonic's girlfriend.She's cute, but her Piko PikoHammer makes her a formidable foe.

The mad scientist who viewsSonic as his arch-nemesis.He has launched a host of evilplots, only to see them ruinedby Sonic.

Knuckles is a rascal echidnawith a heroic heart. He is a littlegullible, but possesses suchenormous strength that he cancrush massive boulders withease.

Miles is a gentle fox with 2 tailswho happens to love robots.He can use his 2 tails like theblades of a helicopter to fly inthe air.

The evil scientist, Dr. Eggman, has hatched another dastardly plot. He plans to build a Dr. Eggman Empire by turning all the animals into robots. “If I gather all 7 Chaos Emeralds,I’ll gain unimaginable power !” You can’t just sit back and watch while Dr. Eggman takescontrol of your comrades ! Command Sonic as he dashes into action along with his pals,Amy, Knuckles, and Tails, to stop the evil Dr. Eggman !

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Individual Character Actions

Spin DashController Key + 5 Key » Release Controller Key

Spin around in place to build up speed, then dash.



Spin While MovingHold Controller Key while moving forward or backward.

Spin around while moving.

Jump Dash5 Key + Controller Key 2X or 2X

While jumping, press or on the Controller Keytwice to dash in mid-air.

Spin Attack5 Key » 5 Key

During a jump, press the jump Key once more touse the Spin attack.

Somersault7 Key while on ground

Press the 7 Key 3 times in a row to slide.Press the 5 Key during a somersault to make aspinning jump backwards.

Spin While MovingHold Controller Key while moving forward or backward.

Spin around while moving.

Propeller Flying5 Key » 5 Key (Press 5 Key repeatedly while flying.)

During a jump, press the jump Key again to startflying.

Swimming5 Key

Dog-paddle through the water. Press the 5 Keyrepeatedly to float to the top of the water

Tail Attack7 Key while on ground

Attack with tail by whipping it around.

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Common Actions

Look upPress and hold Controller Key

Look up. (After a short time the screenwill scroll upwards.)

* Looking up and down can be useful in finding hidden pathways and rings.

Look down. (After a short time thescreen will scroll downwards.)

Look downPress and hold Controller Key

DashPress and hold Controller Key

Switch from a run to a dash. (The character's speed will keep increasing.)

Upper Items: Menu controlsLower Items: Gameplay controls

* Key assignments can bechanged (5 Key and 7Key only) on the Optionsscreen (P.14)

* Enlarge / Shrink thescreen with the # Key.

* Adjust the sound withthe 0 Key.

Controller KeySelect Mode, Menu Items

Walk or Run Left/Right

Left Selection KeyStart

Pause

5 KeyEnter selectionJump, Jump-Attack

7 KeyCancelSpecial Attack

Right Selection KeyBack/CancelPause

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Starting the Game Modes

Press the Left Selection Key on the Title screen to enter the Mode Selectscreen. Move the Controller Key up or down to make a selection,then press the 5 Key .

GAME STARTThis is the Main Game. Control Sonic and his 3 friends as they fight to clear all 7 Zones.

TIME ATTACKTry to be the fastest one to clear each Zone. The top 3 times for each character can beviewed in "RECORD" (P. 13)

OPTIONSChange various game settings. (P. 14)

EXITEnd the game.

Auto-saveAll saving is accomplished through auto-saves. Auto-saves are performed at certain times, such as when a Zone is cleared, when a new record is achieved inTime Attack, or when game options are changed.Please do not switch the POWER OFF during auto-saves.



Hammer Attack7 Key

Press the 7 Key while standing still or moving toattack with the Pico Pico Hammer. Press the 7 Keyrepeatedly to launch the attack a second time.Spin While Moving

Hold Controller Key while moving forward or backward.Spin around while moving.

Gliding/Swimming5 Key » 5 Key (Hold 5 Key down while in air/water.)

Press the Jump Key again during a jump to glideslowly back down to the ground. Press the ControllerKey in the opposite direction to turn around.Knuckles can also perform the same techniques whileunderwater to swim.

ClimbingController Key

If Knuckles bumps into a wall while gliding, press onthe Controller Key to climb or descend the wall freely.

Punch Attack7 Key while on ground

Press the 7 Key three times to deliver a one-two-uppercut attack. The third punch will be a high-risinguppercut.

Hammer JumpController Key + 7 Key

Smash the hammer against the ground to jump higher thannormal. Amy can also use this technique when in motion.

Giant StepsController Key + 5 Key

Take a giant step forward.

Head Sliding AttackController Key + 5 Key » 7 Key

Press the 7 Key while Giant Stepping to make ahead sliding attack.

Hammer Whirl5 Key + Controller Key + 7 Key

Whirl the hammer round and round.

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Game Start

Rings: An extra life is gained when a character picks up 100 rings in a single Act. If acharacter is carrying even one Ring, then he or she will not lose a life even ifdamaged. However, if the character does get damaged, all the rings he or shepossesses will be lost and scattered around the character who can then lose a life.

Points: Points scored during the game.

Time Display: If the time exceeds 9:59, the character loses a life.

Lives Remaining: If a character loses a life when this number is 0, the game ends.

Checkpoint: There are several checkpoints in each zone. By passing through a checkpoint,a character can restart from that point even if he/she loses a life.

Number ofRings Collected

Time Display

Rings

LivesRemaining

Points

Checkpoint

Jump on the Special Spring toenter a Special Stage.Use the Controller Key to movethe character around and collectthe rings.

Game Start

Select a character from the 4 available, then collect rings while heading forthe goal. Along the way, Sonic and his friends will have to avoid a host oftraps and enemies. A battle with Sonic's arch-nemesis, Dr. Eggman, awaitsthe heroes at the end of each Zone.

Character SelectionMove the Controller Key to select between Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, or Amy, thenpress the 5 Key .

Act SelectionIf this is the first play with the character you have selected, the game will start from Act 1of Zone 1. If you have already cleared Act 1 of Zone 1 with the same character, the ActSelection screen will be displayed. Press on the Controller Key to select theAct to start from, then press the 5 Key to enter the selection.

Gameplay

Each Zone contains 2 Acts.Act 1 is cleared by reaching the goal.

Act 2 is cleared by destroying Dr. Eggman's BossRobot at the end of the Act and freeing Sonic'scomrades from inside the capsule.

When the first 6 Zones are cleared,the Final Zone appears. After all 7Chaos Emeralds have beencollected and all Zones have beencleared with all 4 characters, anExtra Zone will appear.

ClearZone 1Act 1

Zone 1Act 2

Zone 1Boss

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FinalZone

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Time Attack

Time Attack lets players race for the fastest time and view time records.The fastest 3 time records for each character are recorded.When "TIME ATTACK" is selected, the Menu screen will be displayed.Press on the Controller Key to select, then press the 5 Key .

Start: Select a character, then race against the clock.When the Character Selection screen is displayed, press on the Controller Key toselect "START" or "RECORD", then press the 5 Key .Next, select an Act. Only Acts that have been cleared in the regular game mode can beselected. Press the 5 Key again to begin the Time Attack.The Acts are the same as in the main game. The time it takes to reach the goal in Act 1,or defeat the boss and break open the capsule in Act 2, is the clear time.

To stop the Time Attack in the middle of a game,press Left Selection Key to display the Pausescreen, then press the 5 Key .To go back to the Time Attack, press LeftSelection Key again to exit the pause screen.

RecordsSelect this mode to view the fastest Time Attack times. The top 3 records for each character are displayed. Select a Zone and Act, then press the 5 Key to view the besttimes. Press on the Controller Key to view records for other characters.Press the 7 Key to finish viewing records and return to the previous screen.

Time DisplayTime elapsed from

the start of thegame.

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Items

Here is a description of all the items that appear during gameplay. Most items come in boxes,which must be broken to get to the item inside.

Controls in the Special Stage:5 Key Speed Up 7 Key Trick Move

Obstacle: You will lose some of the collected rings if you crash into it.

Continuing: Continues are gained when the player picks up a Chao inSpecial Stages. Chaos, otherwise known as an A-life (Artificial Life), are cuteblue/green creatures from Chao World that give the player a continue ifcollected on the special stage. Continues allow the player to keep playingeven after the Game Over Screen appears. After a continue, the characterstarts from the beginning of the Act.Press the 5 Key before the counter reaches 0 to continue.

Power SneakersGain extra speed for a limited time.

InvincibleBecome invincible for a limited time, receiving no damageand destroying enemies merely by touching them.

5 RingsPick up 5 rings at once.

10 RingsPick up 10 rings at once.

? RingsPick up an unknown number of rings.

ShieldProtects from damage. Disappears after one use.

Magnetic ShieldThis shield magnetically attracts all rings around itand protects from damage. Disappears after one use.

Extra LifeGain an extra life.

Number ofRings Collected

Number ofRings Needed:Collect this many ringsbefore the checkpoint to advance further.

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Change various game settings or listen to game music. Select with theController Key , then press the 5 Key .

Change the difficulty level of the game.There are two levels, "NORMAL" and "EASY."

Select whether or not running out of time causes characters to losea life.

Listen to the various sounds used in the game.Select a sound, then press the 5 Key .

Change the functions of the 5 and 7 Keys. "NORMAL" is thedefault configuration, and "REVERSE" switches the functions.

Delete all game data.

Exit Options Mode.

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TIME UP

SOUND TEST

BUTTONCONFIG.

DELETE GAME DATA

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Nokia Limited WarrantyNokia warrants to the original consumerpurchaser that the Nokia N-Gage gamecard shall be free from defects in materialand workmanship for a period of 90 daysfrom the date of purchase. If the NokiaN-Gage game card is found to bedefective in material and workmanshipwithin that 90 day warranty period, theNokia N-Gage game card will be replacedfree of charge. This limited warrantydoes not apply if the defect shall havebeen caused by negligence, abuse,damage, modification, tampering or anyother causes not related to defectivematerials or workmanship. Please retainthe original or a photocopy of your salesreceipt to establish the date of purchasefor warranty replacement. Forreplacement, return the Nokia N-Gagegame card, with its original packagingand receipt, to the retailer from whichthe game card was originally purchased.In the event that you cannot obtain areplacement from the retailer, pleasecontact Nokia. If Nokia no longerproduces the game card, Nokia, at its soleoption, may substitute a game card ofanother game title or refund thecustomer’s purchase price.

LIMITATIONS ON WARRANTYTHE BENEFITS CONFERRED BY THIS LIMITEDWARRANTY ARE IN ADDITION TO ANY OTHERRIGHTS AND REMEDIES UNDER ANY APPLICABLELEGISLATION THAT CANNOT BE EXCLUDED.OTHERWISE, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAWTHE NOKIA N-GAGE GAME CARD AND ALLSOFTWARE CONTAINED ON IT ARE PROVIDED TOYOU "AS IS," WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THIS NOKIALIMITED WARRANTY. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SETFORTH ABOVE, NOKIA EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALLWARRANTIES, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN,EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIESOF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR APARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL NOKIABE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL ORINCIDENTAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROMPOSSESSION, USE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE NOKIAN-GAGE GAME CARD OR THE SOFTWARECONTAINED ON IT, INCLUDING DAMAGES TOPROPERTY AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BYAPPLICABLE LAW, DAMAGES FOR PERSONALINJURY, EVEN IF NOKIA HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THEPOSSIBILITY OF THOSE DAMAGES. SOMECOUNTRIES AND/OR AREAS DO NOT ALLOWLIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIEDWARRANTY LASTS, OR PERMIT THE EXCLUSION OFCONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, SOTHE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOTAPPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY PROVIDES YOUWITH SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY HAVEOTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM TERRITORY TOTERRITORY.

Obtaining Warranty and TechnicalSupportTo receive warranty and additional support,including troubleshooting assistance, pleasecontact Nokia at: www.n-gage.com

Register Your Game OnlineTo register, go online at: www.n-gage.com

Copyright © 2003 Nokia. All rights reserved.N-Gage and N-Gage logos are trademarks orregistered trademarks of Nokia Corporation.Other company and product namesmentioned herein may be trademarks ortrade names of their respective owners.


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