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{{Infobox|title=Metroid Prime Hunters: First Hunt | {{Infobox|title=Metroid Prime Hunters: First Hunt | ||
|boxart=[[Image:mphbox.jpg | |boxart=[[Image:mphbox.jpg]] | ||
|developer=[[NST]] | |developer=[[NST]] | ||
|publisher=[[Nintendo]] | |publisher=[[Nintendo]] | ||
|categories=[[: | |categories=[[:Category:FPS|FPS]] | ||
|systems=[[Nintendo DS]] | |systems=[[Nintendo DS]] | ||
|releasedates=November 21, 2004 (NA) | |releasedates=[[November 21]], [[2004]] (NA) | ||
|players=1-4 | |players=1-4 | ||
|ratings=N/A | |ratings=N/A | ||
}} | }} | ||
Metroid Prime Hunters: First Hunt is a game demo that was released along with the first few batches of the Nintendo DS. It was a preview of what the Nintendo DS could offer, while at the same time being a preview for the upcoming game: Metroid Prime Hunters. | '''Metroid Prime Hunters: First Hunt''' is a game demo that was released along with the first few batches of the [[Nintendo DS]]. It was a preview of what the Nintendo DS could offer, while at the same time being a preview for the upcoming game: [[Metroid Prime: Hunters]]. | ||
This demo features a very short single-player level to play through, along with a training area for | This demo features a very short single-player level to play through, along with a training area for brushing up on your skills in Morph Ball mode. In addition, you'll find a few multiplayer maps that can be played deathmatch style with others who own a copy of the game. | ||
== Game Modes == | == Game Modes == | ||
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There are multiple control methods you can choose from in the 'Options' menu of Metroid Prime Hunters: First Hunt. While most of the controls differ from method to method, the following control remains same throughout: | There are multiple control methods you can choose from in the 'Options' menu of Metroid Prime Hunters: First Hunt. While most of the controls differ from method to method, the following control remains same throughout: | ||
*Start - Pause the game | * Start - Pause the game | ||
In addition to the Start button, the touch screen features 4 different touch-sensitive buttons that you can press to switch between your available weapons, and to switch between Normal and Morph Ball Modes. | In addition to the Start button, the touch screen features 4 different touch-sensitive buttons that you can press to switch between your available weapons, and to switch between Normal and Morph Ball Modes. | ||
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=== Control Type S - Stylus === | === Control Type S - Stylus === | ||
*Up | * Up: Move forward; pressing Up twice while in Morph Ball mode will initiate a speed boost | ||
*Down | * Down: Move backward; pressing Down twice while in Morph Ball mode will initiate a speed boost | ||
*Left | * Left: Move left | ||
*Right | * Right: Move right | ||
*L | * L: Fire weapon/Use Morph Bomb | ||
*R | * R: Fire weapon/Use Morph Bomb | ||
*A | * A: Move right | ||
*B | * B: Move down | ||
*X | * X: Move up | ||
*Y | * Y: Move left | ||
*Drag across the screen to move the aiming cursor/look around | * Drag across the screen to move the aiming cursor/look around | ||
*Double tap on the touch screen to jump | * Double tap on the touch screen to jump | ||
=== Control Type DR - Dual === | === Control Type DR - Dual === | ||
*Up | * Up: Move forward; pressing Up twice while in Morph Ball mode will initiate a speed boost | ||
*Down | * Down: Move backward; pressing Down twice while in Morph Ball mode will initiate a speed boost | ||
*Left | * Left: Move left | ||
*Right | * Right: Move right | ||
*L | * L: Fire weapon/Use Morph Bomb | ||
*R | * R: Jump | ||
*A | * A: Look right | ||
*B | * B: Look down | ||
*X | * X: Look up | ||
*Y | * Y: Look left | ||
=== Control Type DL - Dual Mirror === | === Control Type DL - Dual Mirror === | ||
*Up | * Up: Look up | ||
*Down | * Down: Look down | ||
*Left | * Left: Look left | ||
*Right | * Right: Look right | ||
*L | * L: Jump | ||
*R | * R: Fire weapon/Use Morph Bomb | ||
*A | * A: Move right | ||
*B | * B: Move backward | ||
*X | * X: Move forward | ||
*Y | * Y: Move left | ||
=== Control Type TR - Touch Shoot === | === Control Type TR - Touch Shoot === | ||
*Up | * Up: Move forward; pressing Up twice while in Morph Ball mode will initiate a speed boost | ||
*Down | * Down: Move backward; pressing Down twice while in Morph Ball mode will initiate a speed boost | ||
*Left | * Left: Move left | ||
*Right | * Right: Move right | ||
*A | * A: Switch weapon to Missiles | ||
*B | * B: Switch between Morph Ball and Normal modes | ||
*X | * X: Not used | ||
*Y | * Y: Switch weapon to Power Beam | ||
*R | * R: Not used | ||
*L | * L: Fire weapon/Use Morph Bomb | ||
*Tap the touch screen to fire your weapon or to set a Morph Bomb (while in Morph Ball mode) | * Tap the touch screen to fire your weapon or to set a Morph Bomb (while in Morph Ball mode) | ||
=== Control Type TL - Touch Shoot Mirror === | === Control Type TL - Touch Shoot Mirror === | ||
*Up | * Up: Changes Samus between Morph Mode and Normal Mode | ||
*Down | * Down: Not used | ||
*Left | * Left: Goes into Power Beam Mode | ||
*Right | * Right: Goes into Missile Mode | ||
*L | * L: Not used | ||
*R | * R: Fire weapon/Use Morph Bomb | ||
*A | * A: Move right | ||
*B | * B: Move backward; pressing B twice while in Morph Ball mode will initiate a speed boost | ||
*X | * X: Move forward; pressing X twice while in Morph Ball mode will initiate a speed boost | ||
*Y | * Y: Move left | ||
*Tap the touch screen to fire your weapon, or to set a Morph Bomb (in Morph Ball mode) | * Tap the touch screen to fire your weapon, or to set a Morph Bomb (in Morph Ball mode) | ||
== Items == | == Items == | ||
=== Weapon Energy === | |||
This item looks like 3 batteries grouped together. Collect to add 100 energy units to your reserves. | This item looks like 3 batteries grouped together. Collect to add 100 energy units to your reserves. | ||
=== Double Damage === | |||
When collected, this item (which slightly resembles a 'biohazard' warning icon), gives your weapon double the damage. | When collected, this item (which slightly resembles a 'biohazard' warning icon), gives your weapon double the damage. | ||
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== Weapons == | == Weapons == | ||
=== Bombs === | |||
When in Morph Ball mode, you can set bombs that will detonate after a few seconds. With a carefully placed and timed bomb, you can propel yourself upward. | When in Morph Ball mode, you can set bombs that will detonate after a few seconds. With a carefully placed and timed bomb, you can propel yourself upward. | ||
=== Power Beam === | |||
Samus' | Samus' default weapon; the Power Beam fires ball-shaped bursts of energy. Metroid Prime Hunters: First Hunt uses an ammunition system, so when you run out of energy, you must find items to restore it. | ||
=== Missiles === | |||
Missiles are slightly slower than the Power Beam, but pack a punch. You can destroy a single target without any trouble, or damage multiple targets with a carefully targeted missile. | Missiles are slightly slower than the Power Beam, but pack a punch. You can destroy a single target without any trouble, or damage multiple targets with a carefully targeted missile. | ||
=== Electro Lob === | |||
The Electro Lob is only available in multiplayer mode, on the Assault Cradle and Trooper Module maps. This weapon creates a green ball that will damage enemies within it's area of effect. In addition, the Electro Lob will temporarily distort the screen of anyone (including yourself) caught within | The Electro Lob is only available in multiplayer mode, on the Assault Cradle and Trooper Module maps. This weapon creates a green ball that will damage enemies within it's area of effect. In addition, the Electro Lob will temporarily distort the screen of anyone (including yourself) caught within its area of effect. | ||
== Multiplayer == | == Multiplayer == | ||
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All the multiplayer options are available from the Multiplayer menu. | All the multiplayer options are available from the Multiplayer menu. | ||
*To start/create a game, choose 'Create New Game'. Choose one of the maps, and then tap 'Start' when everyone has joined. | * To start/create a game, choose 'Create New Game'. Choose one of the maps, and then tap 'Start' when everyone has joined. | ||
* To join a game, choose 'Join Other Game'. Then select from the list of games (if available). | |||
*To join a game, choose 'Join Other Game'. Then select from the list of games (if available). | |||
== Multiplayer Maps == | == Multiplayer Maps == | ||
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=== Ancient Vestige === | === Ancient Vestige === | ||
The Ancient | The Ancient Vestige is a small area, and includes an open area and a track for those for Morph Ball mode. At either end of the open area, you'll find a device that propels you up to some ledges where there are a few power-ups. | ||
Time Limit: 5 minutes | * Time Limit: 5 minutes | ||
Map Size: Small | * Map Size: Small | ||
=== Trooper Module === | === Trooper Module === | ||
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The Trooper Module is a circular room, with a number of walls and shields placed in a square pattern. There is also an outside track area that can be accessed in Morph Ball mode. | The Trooper Module is a circular room, with a number of walls and shields placed in a square pattern. There is also an outside track area that can be accessed in Morph Ball mode. | ||
Time Limit: 5 minutes | * Time Limit: 5 minutes | ||
Map Size: Medium | * Map Size: Medium | ||
=== Assault Cradle === | === Assault Cradle === | ||
The | The Assault Cradle is the largest of the available maps. It is a ring-shaped arena with a good amount of debris that makes it difficult to move and locate enemies. There is also an outside area where you can hide, but be careful, as you can fall off the area to your death. | ||
Time Limit: 7 minutes | * Time Limit: 7 minutes | ||
Map Size: Large | * Map Size: Large | ||
== Unlockables == | == Unlockables == | ||
=== Special Movie === | |||
After earning a high score in all 3 game modes, you'll unlock a video preview for the game [[Metroid Prime Hunters]]. You can then re-watch the movie again by tapping the small flashing dot on the title screen. | After earning a high score in all 3 game modes, you'll unlock a video preview for the game [[Metroid Prime Hunters]]. You can then re-watch the movie again by tapping the small flashing dot on the title screen. | ||
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* [http://www.metroidhunters.com Metroid Prime Hunters Official Website] | * [http://www.metroidhunters.com Metroid Prime Hunters Official Website] | ||
[[Category:Nintendo]] | [[Category:Nintendo]] | ||
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[[Category:Nintendo DS]] | [[Category:Nintendo DS]] | ||
[[Category:Nintendo Software Technology]] | [[Category:Nintendo Software Technology]] | ||
[[Category:Single player]] | |||
[[Category:Multiplayer]] | |||
[[Category:2004]] | |||
[[Category:November 21]] | |||