Street Fighter V

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Legal Information:

Bionic Commando, its characters, and logos are copyrighted by Capcom. This FAQ is copyrighted and unauthorized use, reproduction, or imitation of its content is prohibited. Permission to use information from this FAQ must be obtained via email, with proper attribution to the original author and source. The FAQ is intended for private, personal use only and must not be used for commercial purposes. It is freeware and meant to assist individual gamers. The FAQ is authorized for hosting on GameFaqs, Neoseeker, GameNotOver, and HonestGamers. Any other hosting requires explicit permission. Unauthorized hosting should be reported to Linuso@hotmail.com. Permission for hosting is granted upon polite request, with a description of the site and a link, provided no content is altered. Content changes are only made by the author during updates, and suggestions can be discussed via email.

About Bionic Commando:

Bionic Commando was developed by Capcom and released on the NES in 1988, initially as "Top Secret" in Japan before being renamed for US and European releases. Despite its innovative gameplay and production, it did not achieve the sales of other Capcom titles like Mega Man. However, it significantly contributed to the platform action genre and popularized the bionic arm-swinging mechanic, influencing later games such as Super Castlevania IV, Mickey's Magical Quest, and Super Metroid. In later years, Bionic Commando gained recognition, being ranked #59 on IGN's list of the 100 best games ever in 2005, ahead of titles like Final Fantasy VII and Sonic The Hedgehog. The game also had an arcade version in Japan, also called "Top Secret," which differed from the NES version. Bionic Commando is available on Commodore 64, Game Boy, and PC, with a Game Boy Color remake also existing. The Japanese version featured Nazis as enemies, referred to as "Nazz," with swastikas as insignia, and Master-D resembling Adolph Hitler. These elements were altered for American and European releases due to potentially disturbing content.

Author's Thoughts on the Game:

The author considers Bionic Commando to be an excellent game, praising its concept and playability. The bionic grappling arm is highlighted as an awesome and well-implemented feature that redefines the platform action genre. The controls are described as superb, ensuring that any failures in gameplay are attributable to player error rather than the game itself. The game emphasizes skill and improvement over luck, encouraging players to refine their abilities.

Unlike many other difficult games, you actually feel that you master the game, and that it was never about luck. If you have beaten it a couple of times, you know that you can put it on anytime and beat it again, with just pure skill.

Another big plus is all the different types of levels you will encounter. No level is like the others, and they all give you different types of challenges, fears and wonders. From the depths of the dark caverns in Area 4 to the creepy swinging passages over deadly water in the harbour in Area 6, and from the hellish computer mazes of Area 8 to the quicksand pits in the wilderness of Area 3, Bionic Commando gives you pure gaming action that only few games can provide.

All this, and together with excellent graphics and music, and a nice story with interesting dialogues, give a perfect platform action game with a great atmosphere and attitude.

3.3. WHY I WROTE THIS FAQ

So why did I wrote a FAQ for this game? Didn't I notice the game is quite old nowadays, and that many FAQ:s were already up on the net? Well, there are a couple of reasons.

First of all, a big reason why I wrote it was for my own personal enjoyment. I like to read and write FAQ:s and other things. Besides, I wanted to get something up on Gamefaqs and other sites on the net, and this game felt like a good one to begin with. This is not my first FAQ ever. I have written FAQ:s and guides before, but never put them up on big sites like this one. My previous ones were mostly for smaller sites or for my friends.

Another reason for writing this FAQ is that I, although I knew that this game already had been covered a number of times, felt that such a great game like this deserved some more FAQ:s.

But the biggest reason why I decided to sit down and create this FAQ was because I simply felt that all the FAQ:s I had found on this game so far were simply not satisfying on all points. They all had some flaws in them. Some of them had information missing, and some weren't even finished. Others had a lot of good information, but were simply not funny to read. Either they had a very bad layout, or they were just very unpersonal, saying things like "Go up. Kill the guard. Enter the door. Go down" etc.

Those guides that were well-written and had a professional layout had another problem however: They sometimes kept on referring to other websites and asked you to put in URL:s in your web browser to watch different pictures and so on. As we all know, NO ONE does that when browsing the Gamefaqs after that critical piece of information. Having a FAQ in that way only creates frustration.

Finally, almost all the FAQ:s were written for very experienced players. They expect the players to take advanced and dangerous shortcuts just to save time, and so on. Having advanced tactics in a walkthrough is fine, as long as there is an option available. Think of all the inexperienced players that play this game.

So that's why I decided to make this FAQ perfect on all points. I wanted to include everything important in the game and for the player. I wanted everything to be into this single FAQ, and not spread out on different places. I wanted the FAQ to be easy to read and simple to navigate, and finally, I wanted to write the FAQ for the less experienced players.

I am very well aware that I might fail myself on these points. People might think that my FAQ has serious defects in it, and if they do, then blame me. Here is the deal: If you feel that this FAQ could be improved in some way, then drop me a line via the mail. I wrote this FAQ for YOU, not for myself, and the most important thing is that you feel comfortable with it. Just remember to give constructive critiscism, and don't flame. And please mark the mail with "Bionic Commando FAQ" or something like that in the subject line so I know what it is about. The mail adress is: Linuso@hotmail.com

4.1. STORY

Unknown country. Some time in the 1980's...

Many years ago, an enormous war was held between two big organizations. The first one was the evil Empire, often nicknamed "The Badds", who wanted nothing else than to take over the world and rule it with strong dictatorship. Against them was the Federation, an organization who fought for peace and democracy, and did all they could to stop the Empire's plans. Eventually, after a long battle, the Federation won, and the Empire was put back for a while, reforming their battle units.

A while ago, some top secret plans were found by the Federation. It was the old plans of the Empire. The plans described a very detailed construction process of a terrifying and deadly new super weapon called "The Albatross". However, the plan was scrapped when the person with the key knowledge, Master-D, was killed.

However, the Empire's new leader, general Killt, reformed his army. He also started top secret research projects in order to finish The Albatross. Although the chances for these plans to succeed looked sli

Alright, let's dive into Part 4 of our Street Fighter V journey! This section is all about getting a handle on the game's controls, especially that super important bionic arm. Think of it as your primary tool for pretty much everything, from swinging across gaps to just moving around.

We'll break down the basic controls first, and then get into the nitty-gritty of using that bionic arm. It might seem a little tricky at first, especially with some of the swinging sections later on, but trust me, with a little practice, you'll be a pro in no time. The key is to really understand how it works early on, so you can nail those tougher challenges when they come up.

Basic Controls Overview:

First off, let's look at the controller. You've got your trusty Directional Pad (D-Pad) for movement, and the A, B, Start, and Select buttons. Each one has its own job:

• Directional Pad (D-Pad): This is your main movement tool. Up moves elevators, Down makes you crouch or moves elevators down, Right lets you walk right, and Left lets you walk left. Plus, all directions have a 'bionic arm usage' function tied to them, which we'll get to soon!
• A-BUTTON: This is for bionic arm usage, confirming choices in menus, and moving dialogues forward.
• B-BUTTON: Your go-to for firing your weapon, or backing out of conversations and screens.
• START-BUTTON: Use this to activate accessories or to start the game itself.
• SELECT-BUTTON: This one's for pausing the game or choosing options when you're on the title screen.

Quick Escape: If you ever find yourself in a really sticky situation, or just realize you forgot something crucial, you can press A + B + Start all at once. This will bail you out of the current area and take you back to the map screen. It's a lifesaver if you're about to lose all your lives!

Mastering the Bionic Arm:

Now, let's talk about the star of the show: the bionic arm. Seriously, this thing is your most important tool. You'll be using it for everything, and some later levels have some pretty intense swinging sections that can end you if you mess up. So, pay close attention here, and definitely practice on the earlier, easier levels until you've got the hang of it. I'll use 'arm' as a shorthand for 'bionic arm' from now on to keep things simple.

The arm is pretty versatile. You'll be using it for movement, interacting with the environment, and more. Make sure you're comfortable with how it works in different directions, as you'll need it for precise maneuvers. Don't rush this part; getting good with the arm early on will make the rest of the game much smoother!