Step into the boots of Joseph Griffin in Medal of Honor: Rising Sun, a World War II first-person shooter that throws you into the heart of the Pacific theater. From the chaos of the Pearl Harbor attack to daring raids on enemy docks and the desperate fight to reach the USS California, you’ll experience pivotal moments of the war firsthand. This game is for players who want a focused, single-player WWII campaign.
This guide is your essential companion for mastering Rising Sun. We cover everything from navigating the initial Pearl Harbor assault and advanced combat techniques to detailed weapon breakdowns and discovering crucial intel. Whether you're struggling with a specific mission, looking to find all the collectibles, or aiming to achieve a Gold Medal on every level, this guide provides the walkthrough and tips you need to succeed.
9. GAME BASICS
Learn the essential game basics for Medal of Honor: Rising Sun, including movement, items, teammates, secrets, and saving your progress. Get ready to play!
Alright, let's get you up to speed on the fundamentals of Medal of Honor: Rising Sun. Think of this as your quick-start guide to make sure you're not fumbling around when the action kicks off.
Movement: You'll be doing a lot of moving, naturally. The left analog stick is your key to walking and running around the environments, while the right stick lets you aim your view. Keep in mind, though, that not every mission lets you roam free. For instance, during the Pearl Harbor mission, you'll be on a boat and your movement will be restricted.
Items: Keep an eye out for items scattered throughout the levels. These aren't just for decoration! You might find an ammo box that replenishes your weapons and bullets, or discover special 'secret items' that could give you an edge. Always grab what you can!
Teammates: You won't be fighting alone. You'll encounter allies, your teammates, who are there to help you take down the enemy. They're on your side, and thankfully, you can't accidentally shoot them. While they'll contribute, you'll likely be doing the heavy lifting, but it's good practice to try and keep them safe.
Secrets: Each level has hidden film canisters. These are tucked away in secret spots, so you'll need to be observant and explore thoroughly to find them. Snagging one of these will unlock a special movie, adding to your game experience.
Saving: To make sure you don't lose progress, look for phones within the levels. On average, you'll find about two or three per level. Just approach a phone and press the action button to bring up the save menu. You can then select a slot to save your game. Be aware that some of these phones might be hidden or located off the main path you're following.
10. MEDALS
Master Medal of Honor: Rising Sun's medal system! Learn how to achieve Gold in Accuracy, Bonus Objectives, and minimize Hits Taken for every level.
Alright, let's talk about medals in Medal of Honor: Rising Sun. These aren't just pretty badges; they're your proof of mastering each level. Getting a Gold medal in a level means you absolutely crushed it in three key areas: Accuracy, Bonus Objectives, and Hits Taken. Nail these, and you'll be swimming in shiny awards!
Medals Explained:
- American Defence Service — This is awarded for serving on active duty between September 8, 1939, and December 7, 1941.
- Navy Distinguished Service — Given for exceptionally meritorious service to the government in a duty of great responsibility.
- Phillipine Defense — Earned by all servicemen for defending the Philippines between December 8, 1941, and June 15, 1942.
How to Get Gold Medals:
To snag that coveted Gold medal for a level, you've gotta hit the mark in these categories:
- Accuracy — You'll need to keep your accuracy above 75%.
- Bonus Objectives — You must complete two of these per level. Keep an eye out for secrets and specific tasks!
- Hits Taken — This number varies from level to level, so you'll need to play smart and avoid unnecessary damage.
Accuracy Tips:
- Try to only shoot when your aim is actually on the enemy. Don't just spray and pray!
- Heads-up: Melee attacks and grenades don't count towards your accuracy rating.
- Machinegun nests also don't contribute to your accuracy score.
- Only weapons that use limited ammo will count towards your accuracy.
- If an enemy hasn't spotted you, you can actually improve your accuracy by shooting them in the foot multiple times before going for the kill. It sounds weird, but it works!
Bonus Objective Tips:
- Make sure you explore every nook and cranny of the map. You never know when you'll stumble upon something that's part of a bonus objective.
- Don't be afraid to consult this guide to find out exactly what the bonus objectives are for each level. Knowing them beforehand makes a huge difference.
Hits Taken Tips:
- Always try to use cover. Peek around corners before you expose yourself.
- Master the art of Circle Strafing to dodge enemy fire.
- Normal strafing and quick dodges can help you avoid explosions.
- Your best defense is a good offense: shoot the enemy before they can get a shot off on you.
- Keep moving! Standing still makes you an easy target for the enemy.
11. CHEATS
Master Medal of Honor: Rising Sun with our guide to all cheats! Unlock bullet shields, silver bullets, unlimited ammo, and more. Your ultimate cheat code list is here!
Hey there! So you're looking to spice things up in Medal of Honor: Rising Sun, huh? Maybe make things a little easier, or just a lot weirder? I've got you covered. These cheats are entered at the password screen in the Options menu, and then you can toggle them on or off in the 'Bonus' section. Let's dive in!
Health Cheats
- Bullet Shield Mode: Enter TANG. This is awesome for those tough spots. Basically, any bullets fired at you just... don't hit you. You're basically invincible to gunfire.
- Silver Bullet Mode: Enter TILEFISH. This one's a game-changer for offense. Every enemy you shoot goes down in a single hit. Makes clearing rooms a breeze!
- Perfectionist: Enter HOGFISH. Now, this one's a bit of a double-edged sword. It makes the Japanese soldiers able to kill YOU with a single shot. Use this if you're feeling *really* confident or want to amp up the challenge significantly. Be careful!
Weapon Cheats
- Unlimited Ammunition: Enter GOBY. No more scrambling for ammo clips! You can just keep firing to your heart's content. Perfect for those long firefights.
- Rubber Grenade Mode: Enter DAMSEL. These grenades are less about explosive damage and more about... well, bouncing around. It's more for laughs than tactical advantage, but hey, it's fun!
- Snipe-O-Rama Mode: Enter PUFFER. This is fantastic for lining up those perfect headshots. It makes all your guns function like a sniper rifle, giving you that zoomed-in view. Great for picking off enemies from a distance.
Fun Cheats
- Men with Hats: Enter SEAHORSE. This one's purely cosmetic and hilarious. Your characters will suddenly sport all sorts of random objects on their heads. Pure silliness!
- Invisible Soldiers: Enter TRIGGER. When this is active, you'll only see the enemy's guns and helmets floating in the air. It's a really trippy visual and can be quite disorienting, but super cool to see.
- Achilles Head Mode: Enter MANDARIN. This makes things tricky – enemies can *only* be killed with a headshot. Precision is key here, so aim carefully!
- Popeye Arms: Enter SPINEFOOT. This one's just for a laugh, making your character's arms comically large, like Popeye.
Miscellaneous Cheats
- All Missions: Enter BUTTERFLY. Want to jump straight into any mission you want? This is the code for you. No more playing through in order if you don't want to.
- All Replay Items: Enter GARIBALDI. This unlocks everything you'd need for replaying missions, letting you go back and try for those perfect scores or just experience the game again with everything available.
Have fun experimenting with these! They can really change how you play the game.
12. SECRETS
Discover secrets in Medal of Honor: Rising Sun, including how to control the main menu background and unlock multiplayer skins with skeleton keys.
- 1Control Main Menu Background: Move the Right Analog-stick to control the background animation displayed at the main menu.
- 2Unlock Multi-player Skins: For each mission you complete and receive a medal, you will also be given a skeleton key. This key opens a small box that contains a new skin for use in multiplayer mode. There is one such box available per mission, with the exception of the Pearl Harbor mission.
- Focus on earning medals in each mission to collect skeleton keys.
- Remember that the Pearl Harbor mission does not offer a skin unlock.
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