Playing Manual Controls Version

THE STATUS SCREEN
 * CAUTION*
 * Enemies and partners will continue to move even while this screen is open. If attacked, you will be returned to the normal screen.


 * The buttons listed in explanation here apply to the default control type. Please :be aware that any changes you have made to your personal control scheme will not be reflected here.

MOVEMENT 1
 * Use the directional buttons or the left analog stick tomaneuver your character within the environment.

MOVEMENT 2
 * The directional button controls are based on the position of the character while the analog stick controls are based on the overall presentation on the screen.

AIMING AND ATTACK
 * Hold the R1 button to prepare, use the directional button or left analog stick to aim, then the L1 button to cycle through targets, and the X button to attack.

RELOADING 1
 * Either COMBINE a weapon with the appropriate ammunition on the status screen, or press the L1 button with that weapon equipped.

RELOADING 2
 * Each bullet loaded consumes time. There are items, however, that allow for a full reload in a fraction of the time it normally takes.

SPECIAL ACTIONS
 * To climb stairs, ladders, or similar objects, simply bring the character near the object in question and press the X button.

GIVING ITEMS
 * Use the GIVE command after selecting an item to offer it to other players.

ASKING FOR ITEMS
 * Highlight a partner's item and use the ASK command to request it.

SHOULDERING
 * Approach a wounded friend and press the X button to lend them your shoulder. Press the O button to cancel the action and let go. AI partners also perform this action.

AD-LIB
 * Press the Triangle button and your character will make a comment appropriate to the current situation. You might just be able to glean some clues from this.

APPEAL
 * Communication via the right analog stick. When you have a request, need some help, etc, this communication system could save your life.