Sega XBOX 360 GAMES CHROMEHOUNDS User Manual

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WARNING

efore playing this game, read the Xbox 360™ Instruction Manual and any

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eripheral manuals for important safety and health information. Keep all manuals

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or future reference. For replacement manuals see www.xbox.com/support or call

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box Customer Support (see inside of back cover).

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Important Health Warning About Playing
Video Games

Photosensitive Seizures

A very small percentage of people may experience a seizure when exposed to
certain visual images, including flashing lights or patterns that may appear in
video games. Even people who have no history of seizures or epilepsy may have
an undiagnosed condition that can cause these “photosensitive epileptic
seizures” while watching video games.

These seizures may have a variety of symptoms, including lightheadedness,
altered vision, eye or face twitching, jerking or shaking of arms or legs,
disorientation, confusion, or momentary loss of awareness. Seizures may also
cause loss of consciousness or convulsions that can lead to injury from falling
down or striking nearby objects.

Immediately stop playing and consult a doctor if you experience any of these
symptoms. Parents should watch for or ask their children about the above
symptoms–children and teenagers are more likely than adults to experience
these seizures. The risk of photosensitive epileptic seizures may be reduced by
taking the following precautions:

Sit farther from the television screen.

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Use a smaller television screen.

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Play in a well-lit room.

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Do not play when you are drowsy or fatigued.

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If you or any of your relatives have a history of seizures or epilepsy, consult a
doctor before playing.

Thank you for purchasing Chromehounds™. Please note that this software is
designed for use with the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from
Microsoft®. Be sure to read this software manual thoroughly before you start
playing.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

BACKGROUND HISTORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

NEROIMUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

THE THREE NATIONS OF NEROIMUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

CONNECT TO XBOX LIVE® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

TITLE SCREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

GAME CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

SCREEN DISPLAYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

GARAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

BASIC HOUND PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

VIEW DETAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

ASSEMBLY DATA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

SHOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

HOUND DETAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

STORY MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

XBOX LIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

MAIN LOBBY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

SQUAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

NEROIMUS WAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

INDIVIDUAL MISSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

FREE BATTLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

WORLD AFFAIRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

CREDITS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

NOTE: This product is a work of fiction.

and events are purely coincidental.

Any similarities to actual people, organizations,

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In the late 1980s, peace held the world in check with a
tenuous grasp.

Two of the world’s superpowers faced off in lock step as
mutual fear of nuclear war bonded them in a silent agreement
for years.

However, a single devastating calamity brought an end to that
uneasy balance. Deep rooted distrust and ignorance of one
another led mankind down the foolish path to a third world war.

Twenty years have passed since that day.

The endless warring and struggles gave birth to unprecedented
weapons of war – the machines known as “HOUNDS”
redefined the rules of battle.

BACKGROUND HISTORY

Emergence of Solar Flares

The phenomenon of solar flares expansion which produced radio interference on
a global scale was first reported in 1980. Due to the delayed identification of the
cause, confusion spread across the globe. Consequently, this suspended the
logistics of products and materials around the world, which led to regional riots
and looting. Several nations fell into a state of anarchy because their
governments’ chains of command were paralyzed by the disasters. With lack of
order and control, the war situations all over the world fluctuated. However,
weapons such as ballistic missiles (nuclear weapons) and air units became
unreliable in the aftermath of solar flares.

U.S.S.R.

In the U.S.S.R., due to the delayed understanding of its domestic situations, the
suspension of information functions was prolonged. Consequently, the U.S.S.R.
suffered a historic defeat in Afghanistan due to fierce defiance by anti­government forces. Furthermore, its region was invaded by Afghan troops
(Bagram War). Also in its western region, conflicts with the three Baltic states
intensified, each desiring their independence. As the U.S.S.R. maintained its
tough stance, the war intensified and spread to East and North Europe (East
Eurpean War).

U.S.A.

When violence erupted in various parts of the country, the U.S.A. declared a
national state of emergency and successfully kept damages to a minimum under
the strong leadership of their president. Since then, the U.S.A. prioritized
domestic reconstruction and declared isolationism based on Neo-Monroeism by
withdrawing its fleets from the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans and redeploying them
to local ter

ritories in r

esponse to the increasing threat to Homeland Security.

Asia

In China, a shortage of materials triggered frustration against the central
government. Riots throughout the nation developed into a state of near civil
strife. Although the government quelled them by military means, the imbalance of
commodities was unresolved due to their old-fashioned method of distribution. At
the time, the government had to respond to both domestic and foreign (Central
Asia) issues which consequently forced the national/regional modernization
process in Asia.
In the meantime, Japan lost most of its American backing and decided to
approach China for its national security and supply of resources.

Europe

With much cooperation among Eastern/Central European countries, the Western
nations struggled to overcome the crisis of the solar flares, and had difficulties
securing enough resources for reconstruction. While the U.S. and U.S.S.R. both
relaxed their foreign polices in the Middle East to resolve their domestic issues,
Eastern/Central countries took it as a good opportunity to gain control of oil
resources and intensified their intervention to the ongoing lran-Iraq War.
However, they also announced a policy of non-interference in the Baltic War of
Independence.

Middle East

The Iran-Iraq War began in 1980 and started to shift toward the advantage of
Iran due to the delay of U.S.A.-U.S.S.R. intervention. But Iraq regained momentum
with the assistance of Western nations who regarded this as a chance to
strengthen their ties in the Middle East.

1945 End of World War II

Establishment of Rafzakael (P.4)

1960’s U.S.A.-U.S.S.R. Space Race

1970’s Vietnam War

1980 Iran-Iraq War

1980 Expansion of the Solar Flares (P.2)

1981 Bagram War (P.2 see U.S.S.R.)

East European War (P.2 see U.S.S.R.)
President of the United States issued a new homeland security doctrine

1982 Japan-China Joint Statement (Shanghai Declaration)

1986 New Foundation of Far East Union (China, Japan, Southeast/South Asia)

1988 End of Iran-Iraq War

1989 Independence of Sal Kar

1992 End of East European War

Independence of Tarakia

1993 End of Bagram War

1994 U.S.S.R. divided: Great Soviet Socialist Republic and Republic of Russia

1996 Independence of Morskoj

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Democratic RepublicDemocratic Republic

Republic of MorskojRepublic of Morskoj

Kingdom ofKingdom of

Democratic RepublicDemocratic Republic

Republic of MorskojRepublic of Morskoj

Kingdom ofKingdom of

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Area: 68,540km
Population: 4,520,000
Capital: Xeres
Ethnicity: Mixed
Language: English
Religion: Multi-religion/Denominational
Head of State: President (4yr term)
Gov. Type: Republic
Industries: Farming, Iron & Steel,

Currency: Tarakian Dollar

RAFZAKAEL

A secret society founded by arms developers from around the world. With
its powerful connections to every conceivable country, organization, and
movement, they have access to just about anything related to war. They are

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to “control the market.”

NEROIMUS

THE THREE NATIONS

OF NEROIMUS

Democratic Republic
of Tarakia

A multi-ethnic nation located in the Western
region of Neroimus. Although the nation
declared independence after the Eastern
European War (1981-92), the connections

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Machinery

ed to have their own militar

with its Western European allies to counter
the Ex-Soviet/Afghan power within
Neroimus is hard to deny.
Since the War of Black Sea (1998-2000), the
nation has been heavily supported by the
U.S.A. which was interested in expanding
into their Eurasian
diplomacy. Tarakia is
more modern and
democratic compared
to its neighbors in
Neroimus, but it
struggles to find a
common consensus
within the country.

y which is dispatched to various war fronts

Area: 62,380km
Population: 3,580,000
Capital: Ostrov
Ethnicity: Native of Morskoj, others
Language: Morskovian, Russian
Religion: Russian Orthodox, others
Head of State: President (4yr term)
Gov. Type: Republic
Industries: Mining, Timber, Farming,

Currency: Isra

Area: 20,800km
Population: 2,280,000
Capital: Kaffa
Ethnicity: People of Sal Kar
Language: Karic
Religion: Sal Kari State Religion
Head of State: Prime Minister
Gov. Type: Limited Monarchy
Industries: Oil, Gas
Currency: Ziyad

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Metallurgy

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Republic of Morskoj

The former Soviet state is located in the
Eastern region of Neroimus. The people of
Morskoj are now independent, but suffered
many hardships as a minority when the
U.S.S.R. had control.
Geographically, the country is covered with
rigid mountainous areas which were once
rich with mining resources.
Morskoj currently faces a state of tension
against the Great Soviet Socialist Republic
who is scheming for a reunion. However,
the nations are on
much friendlier terms
with the Republic of
Russia who is also in
opposition towards
the G.S.S.R.

Kingdom of Sal Kar

The extended history of the Sal Kari
Dynasty is rooted to the ancestors of the
great Ottoman Empire. Historically, the
nation experienced a prolonged period of
hardship since their kingdom’s fall, but
recovered greatly during the period when
the Middle East was reorganized.
Despite the fact that this nation was forced
to depend on imported foods and consumer
goods due to the nation’s size and desert
land, the world quickly turned its attention
to Sal Kar since their abundant
underground resources were discovered.
Religiously, the nation
pledges not to fight a
war, but its military
arrangements are
aggressively updated.

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GETTING STARTED

Saving and Loading

Create a new Chromehounds Game Data file to store your offline (Story Mode)
progress and game settings, or load any previously saved data from your storage
device. A single Chromehounds Game Data file (140 KB) can be saved per Gamer
Profile, but you are allowed to store a maximum of 50 files of your HOUND’s
structure (
will be autosaved when a progress/ modification is made. In the event that there
is insufficient memory, please refer to the System area of the Xbox Dashboard.

HDTV Settings

To display the game in high definition display modes, connect your Xbox 360
console to a TV with component input using an Xbox 360 Component HD AV
Cable. Slide the switch on the AV port connector to “HDTV.” The HDTV position
should be selected on the Xbox Dashboard if the TV supports HD resolutions
such as 480p, 720p, or 1080i.

Dolby®Digital

This game is presented in Dolby®Digital 5.1 surround sound. Connect your Xbox
360 console to a sound system with Dolby Digital technology using a digital
optical cable. Connect the digital optical cable to the base of an Xbox 360
Component HD AV Cable, Xbox 360 VGA HD AV Cable, or Xbox 360 S-Video Cable.
From the System area of the Xbox Dashboard, choose Console Settings, then
select Audio Options, then Digital Output and finally select Dolby Digital 5.1 to
experience the excitement of surround sound.

Xbox Live

Play anyone and everyone, anytime and anywhere on Xbox Live®. Build your
gamer card profile. Chat with your friends. Download content at Xbox Live
Marketplace. Send and receive voice and video messages. Get connected and
join the revolution.

Connecting

Before you can use Xbox Live, connect your Xbox 360 console to a high-speed
Internet connection and sign up to become an Xbox Live member. For more
information about connecting, and to determine whether Xbox Live is available
in your region, go to www.xbox.com/live.

Family Setting

These easy and flexible tools enable parents and caregivers to decide which
games young game players can access based on the content rating.
For more information, go to www.xbox.com/familysettings.

Assembly Data – 100 KB) from the Garage (P.11). Note that your data

CONNECT TO XBOX LIVE

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Registration required to access online features. Internet connection required.
Terms and condition are found at
You must be 18 to subscribe to Xbox Live.

http://www.xbox.com/live.

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Member Content

Choose to access or block other players’ Gamer Profiles and player-made
content (image and text) from your Privacy Settings (via Edit Gamer Profile).

Achievements

This game supports the Xbox Live Achievements system. As you play the game
(Story Mode and Xbox Live), you will earn medals which will be credited as your
Achievements to your Gamer Profile – refer to the Xbox Dashboard to view the
status of your Achievements for Chromehounds.

TITLE SCREEN

Press the START button at the Title Screen and
choose from the following options:

Story Mode: Single player offline missions

classified by various Role
Types. Go to P.16 for details.

Xbox Live: Multiplayer online game –

Xbox Live Gold Membership is required to participate.
Go to P.18 for details.

Options: Change various game settings – see below for details.

Options can also be accessed within the Story Mode and
Xbox Live.

OPTIONS

Use the D-pad/left stick 73to choose from the following settings and 15to
adjust the settings.

Brightness: Display the color bars and adjust the brightness of the

BGM: Adjust the volume of the background music.

SE: Adjust the volume of the sound effects.

Y-Axis: When set to Inverted, the vertical controls are reversed

X-Axis: When set to Inverted, the horizontal controls are reversed

Language: Change the language of the game – TEXT ONLY.

Vibration: Set the vibration feature of the controller On/Off.

screen.

(tilting

(tilting

will turn down).

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will turn right).

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