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Welcome to the shadows, operative. Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell, released in 2002 by Ubisoft, throws you into the tactical stealth world as Sam Fisher, a highly trained NSA operative. You'll be using groundbreaking stealth techniques, navigating treacherous environments, and employing an arsenal of gadgets to complete your missions. This isn't a run-and-gun shooter; it's a game that demands patience, precision, and mastery of the environment to stay unseen and unheard.

This guide is here to help you conquer every aspect of Sam Fisher's original mission. We'll cover everything from mastering his core stealth techniques to navigating challenging levels and utilizing every gadget at your disposal. Whether you're aiming for a perfect playthrough or just trying to get past a particularly tough spot, this guide will ensure you become the ultimate operative.

GAME INFORMATION

Welcome to the Game Information section for Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell! This guide covers the basics you need to know before diving into the stealth action. We'll break down the game's genre, who developed it, and what you can expect in terms of gameplay and ratings.

Game Details:

Title: Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell
Genre: Stealth Action/Third Person Shooter
Console: Playstation 2
Rating: M15+
Players: 1 player
Developer: Ubi Soft
Country: Australia
Author: fluxwildlyuncut (Rhys Palazzolo)
E-Mail: Palazzol@eon.net.au
Guide Version: 1.3

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Version History:

Version 1.0 (30/04/03): Main walkthrough nearly complete, Abattoir finished.
Version 1.1 (09/05/03): Added 'Chinese Embassy II' mission and reader contributions.
Version 1.2 (20/05/03): Completed guide with 'Presidential Palace', added more reader contributions, and fixed errors.
Version 1.3 (Current): Updated 'Presidential Palace' details (hold-up, killing Nikoladze), added significant reader contributions, proofread for spelling/grammar, added FAQ and updated Reader's Notes.

Guide Contents:

Introduction (The Story So Far, About Stealth Action, Sam Fisher Profile)
In-Game Tips
Walkthrough (Training, Police Station, Defence Ministry, Oil Refinery, CIA HQ, Kalinatek, Nuclear Power Plant, Chinese Embassy, Abattoir, Chinese Embassy II, Presidential Palace)
Frequently Asked Questions
Credits

Introduction: The Story So Far

It's the year 2003. The NSA, facing threats hidden by sophisticated digital encryption, has launched Third Echelon. This initiative revives classic espionage techniques, boosted by advanced surveillance and combat tech for aggressive data collection in hostile areas. When traditional methods fail, Third Echelon can conduct physical operations. Operating in secrecy, Third Echelon deploys Splinter Cells: elite operatives supported by remote teams. They're small, sharp, and nearly invisible.

On March 10, 2004, the CIA reported a loss of contact with Agent Alison Madison in Georgia, who was monitoring communication disruptions. A second operative, Agent Blaustein, was sent to T'bilisi to find her, but then...

Inventory

This section details the various items available to Sam Fisher in Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell. Effective inventory management is crucial for success, especially when dealing with mission-specific objectives and avoiding alarms.

Key Items:

SC Pistol
Laser Mic
Optic Cable
Lock Pick
Disposable Pick x1

Mission Walkthrough: Grinko's Driver

The mission begins on a rooftop. Rappel down the wall using the chimney. Enter through a window and crouch. Wait for a guard to inspect the bookshelf, then neutralize him. Shoot out the camera above the door. Use the computer, then proceed through the door and right. In the next area, use L3 to peek around the corner. Eliminate the approaching guard with a headshot to avoid setting off the alarm. Neutralize the second guard in the room and hide both bodies in a dark corner. Proceed through the door on your left into a stairwell. Use night vision to reach the top floor and find a medical kit. Descend the stairs, shooting out cameras on every second landing. You will pass a checkpoint at the bottom.

In the car park, shoot out the camera on the wall. Hide behind a blue car and shoot out another camera. Locate Hamlet. It is recommended to sneak up on him and grab him when he is urinating in the corner. Interrogate Hamlet to learn about Grinko's meeting with Philip Masse. Knock Hamlet out and hide his body in a dark corner.

Return to the room with the two guards. Shoot out the camera above the door. Enter the room, use the two computers, and then use the vent to proceed. You will reach a save point.

Mission Walkthrough: The Courtyard Laser Grid

Activate night vision to navigate the ducts. Follow the vent until you reach a grate overlooking a chef. Continue to the end and drop into a cold area. Approach the door cautiously. Wait for a guard to enter and speak with the chef. Once the guard leaves and the door closes, sneak in and knock out the chef. Open the door and neutralize the guard, or sneak up on him. Hide the guard's body in the dark cafeteria. Proceed past where the guard was to the stairs. Ignore the guards asking for a colonel and continue down the stairs.

At the bottom, you will find two sets of stairs in a dark area. Take the left set. Midway down, shoot the guard standing below. If you miss, the alarm will sound. The other guard will investigate the body; neutralize him. If you miss the first shot, return to the top of the stairs, and the second guard will come to you. Hide both bodies under the stairs. Avoid the area with chairs and double doors to prevent setting off an alarm. Use the com...