Atlus HEXYZ FORCE User Manual

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Atlus U.S.A., Inc. 199 Technology Drive, Suite 105, Irvine, CA 92618

©2010 ATLUS Developed by Sting

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Updating the PSP® system software

This UMD® includes the latest update data for the PSP® system. If a screen prompting you to
update the system software is displayed when you start the UMD

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, you must perform an update

to start the software title contained on the UMD

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.

Performing the update

When you insert the UMD®, an icon (as shown on
the right) is displayed under [Game] in the home
menu. Select the icon, and then follow the on-screen
instructions to perform the update.

Before starting the update:

• Fully charge the PSP

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system battery.

• Connect the AC adaptor to the system and plug it
into an electrical outlet.

During an update:

• Do not remove the AC adaptor, turn off the system or remove the UMD

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.
If an update is canceled before completion, the system software may become damaged, and the
system may require servicing to repair or exchange.

Checking that the update was successful

After the update has been completed, select [System Settings] under [Settings] from the home
menu, and then select [System Information]. If the System Software field displays the version
number of the update, the update was successful.

PSP® Update ver X.XX

Updating the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system

“PlayStation”, “PS” Family logo, “PSP”, and “UMD” are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

For safe use of this product, carefully read the following section of this manual and the Precautions section of
the instruction manual supplied with the PSP

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(PlayStation®Portable) system before use. Retain both this

software manual and the instruction manual for future reference.

Use and handling of UMD

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• This disc is PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) format software and is intended for use with the PSP® system only. If
the disc is used with other devices, damage to the disc or to the device may result. • This disc is compatible for

use with the PSP

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system marked with FOR SALE AND USE IN U.S. AND CANADA ONLY. • Depending on the
software, a Memory Stick Duo™ or Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (both sold separately) may be required. Refer to the
software manual for full details. • If paused images are displayed on the screen for an extended period of time,
a faint image may be left permanently on the screen. • Do not leave the disc in direct sunlight, near a heat

source, in a car or other places subject to high heat and humidity. • Do not touch the opening on the rear of the

disc (recording surface of the disc; see drawing). Also, do not allow dust, sand, foreign objects or other types of
dirt to get on the disc. • Do not block the opening with paper or tape. Also, do not write on the disc. • If the
opening area does get dirty, wipe gently with a soft cloth. • To clean the disc, wipe
the exterior surface gently with a soft cloth. • Do not use solvents such as benzine,
commercially-available cleaners not intended for CDs, or anti-static spray
intended for vinyl LPs as these may damage the disc. • Do not use cracked or
deformed discs or discs that have been repaired with adhesives as these may
cause console damage or malfunction. • SCE will not be held liable for damage
resulting from the misuse of discs.

Ejecting the disc

Press the right side of the disc until it is in the position shown in the
drawing and then remove it. If excess force is applied this may result in
damage to the disc.

Storing the disc

Insert the bottom side of the disc and then press on the top side until it
clicks into place. If the disc is not stored properly, this may result in
damage to the disc. Store the disc in its case when not in use and keep in
a place out of the reach of children. If the disc is left out this may result in
warping or other damage to the disc.

Recording surface

A very small percentage of individuals may experience epileptic seizures or blackouts when exposed to certain
light patterns or flashing lights. Exposure to certain patterns or backgrounds on a screen or when playing video
games may trigger epileptic seizures or blackouts in these individuals. These conditions may trigger previously
undetected epileptic symptoms or seizures in persons who have no history of prior seizures or epilepsy. If you,
or anyone in your family, has an epileptic condition or has had seizures of any kind, consult your physician
before playing. IMMEDIATELY DISCONTINUE use and consult your physician before resuming gameplay if you

or your child experience any of the following health problems or symptoms:

• dizziness • disorientation

• altered vision • seizures

• eye or muscle twitches • any involuntary movement or convulsion

• loss of awareness

RESUME GAMEPLAY ONLY ON APPROVAL OF YOUR PHYSICIAN.

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Use and handling of video games to reduce the likelihood of a seizure

• Use in a well-lit area and keep a safe distance from the screen.

• Avoid prolonged use of the PSP

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system. Take a 15-minute break during each hour of play.

• Avoid playing when you are tired or need sleep.

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Stop using the system immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms: lightheadedness, nausea,
or a sensation similar to motion sickness; discomfort or pain in the eyes, ears, hands, arms, or any other part of
the body. If the condition persists, consult a doctor.

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Do not use while driving or walking. Do not use in airplanes or medical facilities where use is prohibited or
restricted. Set the PSP

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system’s wireless network feature to off when using the PSP® system on trains or in

other crowded locations. If used near persons with pacemakers, the signal from the PSP

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system’s wireless

network feature could interfere with the proper operation of the pacemaker.

WARNING: PHOTOSENSITIVITY/EPILEPSY/SEIZURES

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Table of Contents

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Controls
Prologue
Characters
The Field
Main Menu
Special Field Commands
Battle
Settings
Install
Credits

GETTING STARTED

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Set up your PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system according to the
instructions in the manual supplied with the system. Turn the system
on. The power indicator lights up in green and the home menu is
displayed. Press the OPEN latch to open the disc cover. INSERT
Hexyz Force™ disc with the label facing away from the system, slide
until fully inserted and close the disc cover. From the PSP
home menu, select the Game icon and then the UMD icon.
A thumbnail for the software is displayed. Select the thumbnail and
press the S button of the PSP® system to start the software. Follow the
on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for information
on using the software.

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system’s

L button

Right button
Up button
Left button

Down button

Analog stick

Controls

R button

√ button
ç button

Ω button
≈ button

START button

SELECT button

NOTICE: Do not eject a UMD® while it is playing.

Memory Stick Duo™

Warning! Keep Memory Stick Duo media out of reach of small children, as the
media could be swallowed by accident.

To save game settings and progress, insert a Memory Stick Duo into
the memory stick slot of your PSP® system. You can load saved game
data from the same memory stick or any Memory Stick Duo containing
previously saved games.

Directional pad Move character, move cursor
Analog stick Move character

≈ button Decide, talk, search, proceed message
Ω button Cancel, walk (run)
ç button Open main menu
√ button Force scan (unlocked mid-game)

L button Spin camera
R button Spin camera, skip messages

SELECT button Show world map, switch message window ON/OFF

Directional pad Move cursor

≈ button Decide
Ω button Cancel
ç button Show stats

L button Display enemy information
R button Speed up battle animation On/Off

Directional pad Move cursor

≈ button Decide

Ω button Cancel

*Based on the situation of the game, some of the buttons may be decided for
you. In cases like these, please confirm which buttons are used.

*You can push

Ω to skip all animation movies you’ve seen before.

Field Controls

Battle Controls

Various Menu Screens

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A Tale of Two Berges...

The Gods’ Remorse spread across the peaceful
world like a wildfire. An epic battle between
Delgaia, the God of Destruction and the Divinities
of Creation ensued, over the fate of mortal life.

Eventually, Delgaia was defeated and sealed into
the world, but the Divinities of Creation also fell,
and the world of Berge was separated in two by a
giant miasma-filled crevasse – the Black Precipice.

One side of Berge was bathed in constant light,
and is known as Lustrous Berge. The other half
is cloaked in constant darkness, and is known as
Dark Berge. The Black Precipice has been in place
for so long that most residents of the world don’t
know that the other half exists...

And now, events loom that threaten
both halves of the world. Fate has
chosen a champion from each half.
The stage has been set. Will it be the
best of times, or the worst of times?

This world’s equivalent of energy, it all flows from the Holy Vessel. It is divided into
Creative Force and Destructive Force. All things contain elements of both types of
Force.

Berge

Berge is the world the story occurs in. It is separated into two parts due to the Black
Precipice formed during the Gods’ Remorse, Lustrous Berge to the west, which lost
its darkness, and the Dark Berge to the east, which lost its light.

Force

After a harsh battle, the Divinities that stood against the God of Destruction died,
but their Force was carried on to the people. The people that inherit the Force of the
Divnities and their Ragnafacts are known as Hexyz. As the God of Destruction stirs,
so do the Hexyz.

The Black Precipice

A great crevasse filled with miasma that appeared during the big disaster known as
the Gods’ Remorse. The miasma warps all life that enters, which effectively bars travel
through the area. The violent aberrations that appear from the Precipice are a threat
to the lives of local inhabitants.

Hexyz

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Characters

Cecilia Armaclite

Age: 17
Cecilia is a cleric serving at the Great
Temple of Palfina in Lustrous Berge.
Her close friends call her Ceci, and her
favorite hobbies are eating and sleeping.

Luffina Gemini

Age: 15
Luffina, or Luffi, is an easygoing
girl who can get along with most
people. She loves to cook, and she is
Rafael’s twin sister.

Rafael Gemini

Age: 15
Rafael is a passionate young man, and
he’s Luffina’s twin brother. He values
his twin sister more than anything else
in the world, and his nickname is Raffi.

Ralu

Age: Unknown
Ralu is a smart-mouthed flying animal
that Cecilia met when she first came
to the Temple. Nobody’s really sure
what kind of animal he is, but despite
his personality flaws, he’s Cecilia’s
best friend.

Ignus

Age: Unknown
Ignus is a Drake who is traveling the
land of Berge for personal reasons.
His primary hobby seems to be
listening to others tell stories.