Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.2

Starting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.3

Starting The Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.4

Story . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.5

Single Player Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.7

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.8

Pause Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.9

Terminal Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.10

Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.11

Plugins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.11

Database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.12

Battle Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.12

Battlefield Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.13

Results Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.14

Multiplayer Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.15

Battlefield Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.18

Accept Challenge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.18

Enemies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.19

Plugins (Weapons and Items). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.22

The Battlefield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.26

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.27

Attributes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P.28

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MENU CONTROLSDirectional buttons – Move cursor to select menu category

button – Confirm selectionor button – Cancel selection

WI-FI (WLAN) FEATURESSoftware titles that support Wi-Fi functionality allow you tocommunicate with other PSP™ systems, download data andcompete against other players via connection to a wireless localarea network (WLAN). You can adjust the network settings toallow connection to a wireless local area network (WLAN). Thereare two WLAN modes, Ad Hoc mode and Infrastructure mode.

Note: Player responsible for Wi-Fi fees.

AD HOC MODEAd Hoc mode is a Wi-Fi feature that allows two or moreindividual PSP systems to communicate directly with each other.

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The first wave of computerization and networkingswept the Earth in the late 21st century. Eventuallythe technology evolved from a luxury into anindispensable part of daily life. It deeply affected themedical world as well, promoting the development ofdigital devices that allowed human minds to interfacedirectly with computer networks.

Following the computerization of the planet Earth, amilitary-industrial mega conglomerate waged a topsecret war against extraterrestrial life forms on adistant planet. The mega conglomerate developed the combat simulation program "A.I.D.A." for militarytraining. In spite of high hopes and a massiveamount of resources being dedicated to the project, a fatal flaw in the system led to it being officiallyabandoned during the beta testing stage.

But A.I.D.A. did not disappear...

In fact, it continued to evolve, absorbing andincorporating information from Earth's networks. By the time it was accidentally discovered by a hacker,the program had grown into the form of a massiveand complicated labyrinth. Word of the discoveryspread through the online community like wildfire.Die-hards bored with the current crop of games andhackers obsessed with uncovering rare data filesdescended upon the program in droves. They treatedthe ultra-realistic simulation of the war against thealiens as the ultimate video game experience.

However, the explosive popularity of the gameresulted in an increasing number of digital casualties,otherwise known as "sleepers." A.I.D.A.'s twisted

Ensure that the CODED ARMS UMD™ disc is properly inserted.When the title screen appears, press the START button.

Pressing the START button will prompt you to choose from “NewGame” and “Load Game.” When creating new character data,select “New Game.” When loading character data you havealready created, select “Load Game.” Select one and press the

button to confirm.

Next, select from “Single Player” or “Multiplayer” mode andpress the button to confirm.

MODE SELECTIONYou can select from the following two game modes.

Single Player ModeAllows you to enter each stage, or "Battlefield," as a singleplayer for solo combat. You can collect items, or "files," such asweapons and armor and use them to increase your strength.

Multiplayer ModeAllows you to engage other players in combat using the PSP™'swireless capabilities.

As you play through each Battlefield group, or "sector," you willproceed through battlefields of increasing difficulty. Along theway, you will defeat incoming enemies and collect various typesof files, including weapons and armor. The appearance andabilities of the enemies will change depending on the Battlefieldas well.

GAME FLOWYou must complete the following steps to clear each sector inSingle Player Mode.

Select "START BATTLE" from the Terminal screen.

Choose a Battlefield and a sector.

Proceed through the levels and clear the Battlefield.

Clear every Battlefield in the current sector.

You can now select the next sector.

SAVEPress the START button at any time during Single Player Mode todisplay the Pause Menu. Generally, you can save at any point duringthe game. You may also save your game at the Terminal Screen.

LOADSelect "Load Game" from the title screen. Then select the savefile you wish to load.

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architecture required users to take the extremelydangerous step of completely digitizing theirpersonalities without back-ups in order to jack in. This exposed them to the system's flaw: any userwho died in the labyrinth would permanently losetheir personality.

Complicating the situation, the number ofunpredictably aggressive programs called "bugs" and security programs called "bots" rapidly increasedwithin the out-of-control system, reducing the chancesof a player surviving a run with their personalityintact to less than 40%.

When authorities realized the gravity of the situation,they immediately tried to destroy A.I.D.A.Unfortunately, the program had already spread intoevery conceivable part of Earth's networks, making it impossible to erase. Lacking any other choice, theauthorities announced that the system posed noharm so long as it wasn't accessed--and that doingso was now punishable as a criminal offense.

However, the authorities totally underestimatedusers' hunger for rare data files. Before long anunderground economy had emerged, based ontrading web money for rare data salvaged from thelabyrinth. Enterprising individuals began outfittingthemselves with powerful weapon programs andsetting off into A.I.D.A., wagering their personalitiesand lives for the promise of untold riches.

Alternately reviled and respected, these outlaws werenot called hackers. They were called the "Coded Ones."

Pressing the START button at any time during the game opensthe Pause Menu. The Pause Menu allows you to view the levelmap and save your game.

PLUGINSSelect weapon or armor to equip.

MAPDisplays a 3D map of the current level.

OPTIONSAdjust various settings.

SAVESave your game data.

JACK OUTExit game and return to title screen.

You can select from among four controller configurations on theOptions Screen: A, B, C, and D. You can customize the settings forcertain buttons as well.*The following explanation covers Type A, the default controllerconfiguration.

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You can select and adjust various settings from either theTerminal Screen or the Pause Menu.

CONTROL TYPESelect from among four different controller configurations: A, B, C, or D.

FREE LOOKAdjust lock-on and other settings.

SOUNDAdjust the game's sound settings.

ACCEPT CHALLENGEWhen set to ON, you will be able to receive requests from otherplayers for multiplayer battles.

LANGUAGESwitch between languages.

(THIS IS A BIG HEAD )- ACCEPT CHALLENGE

Selecting "PLUGINS" from the Terminal Screen allows you toattach files you have collected on the Battlefield.

Adjust various settings before entering the Battlefield. You canalso view or save your game data.

START BATTLE Opens the Battlefield selection screen.

PLUGINSAttach arms and defense files.

OPTIONSSelect your preferred controller configuration and sound settings.

SAVESave your game data.

DATABASEView details on files that you have acquired.

BATTLE LOGView your records and battle logs.

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The game is played in a first-person perspective.

GAME SCREEN

Health GaugeIndicates your remaining amount of health points (HP). You willlose health points when you are attacked and damaged by enemies.

Rounds in Magazine / Total Rounds RemainingWhen the number of rounds in your magazine reaches zero, yourweapon will reload automatically. When you have no magazinesleft, you will not be able to use your weapon until you acquiremore magazines.

[.utl] File IconDisplayed when you are using a [.utl] file. Disappears when theeffect of the file expires.

CrosshairsUsed to aim at enemies and targets during combat.

Damage IndicatorThe edges of the screen will flash red when you take damagefrom enemy attacks.

Current Level/Total LevelsShows the level on which you are currently playing.*In Multiplayer Mode, this area is also used to indicate the colorand score of each participating player.

MinimapA map showing your surroundings.

Selecting "DATABASE" from the Terminal Screen opens theDatabase Screen. The Database allows you to view the files youhave acquired on the Battlefield.

VIEWABLE FILES

[.arm] Weapon FilesIncludes handguns, laser guns, rifles and similar weapons.

[.cbx] Grenade FilesGrenade-type weapons.

[.dfn] Defense FilesIncludes headgear, body armor and leg guards.

(THIS IS A BIG HEAD )- ACCEPT CHALLENGE

Selecting "BATTLE LOG" from the Terminal Screen allows you to viewyour gameplay records, including logs from your recent battles.

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CROSSHAIRS DAMAGE INDICATOR MINIMAP

[.UTL] FILE ICON HEALTH GAUGE ROUNDS IN MAGAZINE/TOTAL ROUNDS REMAINING

CURRENT LEVEL /TOTAL LEVELS

CODED ARMS supports the Ad Hoc Mode of the PSP™. This allowsyou to use the wireless LAN system to compete against other players.CODED ARMS supports up to four players in Multiplayer Mode.

*Before beginning a wireless game, make sure the WLAN switchof the PSP™ is switched on.*The game will automatically end if you or another player leavesthe wireless connection range of the PSP™.*NOTE: CODED ARMS does not support Internet play via the PSP'sInfrastructure Mode. CODED ARMS only supports multiplayergames arranged between nearby PSP™s using Ad Hoc Mode.

TERMINAL SCREENSelecting "Multiplayer" from the Title Screen opens theMultiplayer Mode Terminal Screen.

Host GameHost a multiplayer game and wait for other players to challengeyou by connecting to your game.

Find GameSearch for a host player to challenge.

OptionsDisplays the same options available in Single Player Mode.

DatabaseDisplays the same options available in Single Player Mode.

Battle LogAllows you to view the results of past battles against other players.

SaveSaves your game data.

This screen displays data from the Battlefield that you have cleared.

SectorShows names of sectors you have cleared.

BattlefieldShows names of Battlefields you have cleared.

Areas HackedShows the number of areas hacked / total number of areas andthe percentage of total areas hacked.

Enemies DeletedShows the number of enemies deleted / total number of enemiesand decode-rate percentage.

Files DecodedShows the number of files decoded / total number of files andthe percentage of total files decoded.

Jack In TimeShows total play time.

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The following are descriptions of the different Multiplayer game modes.

DEATHMATCHA mode in which all players compete head-to-head on theBattlefield. You gain one point for each time you defeat anopponent. Defeated players will respawn after a short amount of time. The player with the highest score at the end of the game wins.

KEEP THE MARKA game in which all players compete to obtain a special "mark"placed on the Battlefield. If the player holding the mark isdefeated, it is dropped and becomes available for other playersto pick up. Points accumulate for every second you are inpossession of the mark. Defeated players will respawn after ashort amount of time. The player with the highest score at theend of the game wins.

LAST MAN STANDINGA game similar to Deathmatch Mode. Players compete head-to-head on the Battlefield. However, once a player is defeated, theirgame is over and they will not respawn. The last player toremain alive wins.

ENTRY SCREENSelecting "HOST GAME" from the Terminal Screen opens the EntryScreen and waits for other players to connect. Once all playersin the party are connected, select "READY?" to lock the match.*A maximum of four players (including yourself) can participatein a Multiplayer game.

FIND GAME SCREENSelecting "FIND GAME" from the Terminal Screen opens up a listof players who are currently hosting a game. Select a host playerto challenge from the list.

STARTING A GAME GAME MODE You can select from among three game modes. *Only the player hosting the match can select a game mode.

BATTLEFIELD You can select the size, appearance and random generationconditions for the map.*Only the player hosting the match can select a Battlefield.

PLUGINSSelect weapons and/or armor to equip for Multiplayer.

READY? Close all player entries before starting the game.Only players who have selected "HOST GAME" can select to closeall player entries.

START Once all participating players have selected this option, theMultiplayer match will begin.

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Here are some of the enemies you will encounter in the game:This allows you to select the size, appearance and randomgeneration conditions for the map during Multiplayer games. You can select from among four options on the Battlefield Screen.

RANDOMThe Battlefield will be randomly generated at the start of the game.

PRESET Select from Battlefields with preset maps.

MAP CODEA battlefield can be generated by entering a map code.

MAP LOGSelect Battlefield from maps which you have previously played.

(THIS IS A BIG HEAD )- ACCEPT CHALLENGE

When you set "ACCEPT CHALLENGE" to ON in the Options Screen, yourPSP™ will accept requests from other players who want to challengeyou to a Multiplayer game during your Single Player game.

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BUGS (PROGRAM BUGS)HopperThis bug keeps its distance from youand shoots virus rounds from its core,located inside its head. It is nicknamed"Hopper" after its hopping movement.

StinkbombUnhatched eggs most likely belongingto one of the bugs. They releasepoisonous viral gas when you arenearby. They remain stationary, butyou should destroy them to avoidpossible contamination.

Little BomberA small-sized bug, possibly an infantInterceptor. Their scissor-like jawshave not yet fully developed so theyattack by latching onto the player andthen self-destructing.

Single Player mode

Request from challenger Deny Return to

Single Player mode

Multiplayer mode Entry screen

ACCEPT CHALLENGE/ ON

Accept

Cancel by pressing or button

Play multiplayer match

Result screen

SOLDIERS (ASSAULT PROGRAMS)SlugheadThe lowest in rank among the soldiers;only armed with minimal weapons.They may be cowardly, but you can still take damage if you don't watch yourself.

ReflectorThese soldiers protect others with its optic shield that can nullifyincoming attacks.

HoundA standard soldier that is just asskilled as you are. When you are notarmed well enough, they can prove tobe quite a tough adversary.

InterceptorWith pairs of tough scissor-like jaws,these bugs charge at players whenfound. Not only does it use its jaws for attacks, but it can emit viral gas as well.

BOTS (SYSTEM SECURITY)QuicksilverA uniquely-shaped security programthat moves rapidly and attacks in adistinctive linear pattern. This enemyis named after the legendarypoltergeist of the same name.

StingrayA search program that flies aboveplayers and drops grenade bombs.There are no particular weak spots, so it is recommended to eliminate this enemy as soon as possible.

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SalamanderA flamethrower most effectiveagainst bug-type enemies. Its onlydrawback is its limited range.

LightningThis electrical attribute weaponreleases an extremely high-voltage arc. A continuousdischarge is possible due to itslarge-capacity generator.

RPGA standard-type rocket launcherthat causes wide range explosionsupon impact.

[.CBX] GRENADE FILESFrag GrenadeStandard-type grenade. Explodes a few seconds after release.

Bolt GrenadeElectrically-charged grenade that contains a compact ionreactor. Meltdown occurs a few seconds after release,instantaneously discharging high voltage electricity.

Here are some of the plugin files youwill acquire in the game:

[.ARM] WEAPON FILESPistolA standard automatic handgun usedmostly as a secondary arm: A cost-effective weapon program developedin China.

Laser PistolA plasma-discharging handgun. Whileit doesn't have rapid-fire capabilities,charging its shots will cause greater damage.

Assault RifleA standard fully-automatic rifle. Thisshould be a minimum requirementwhen entering the system. Make sureyou have one armed.

Pulse RifleThe alien's main choice of weapon.Resembles the laser pistol, except it isfar more powerful. It doesn’t haverapid-firing capabilities, but chargingits shots will unleash a high dischargeof plasma energy.

Grenade LauncherA weapon that launches small-sizedfrag grenades. It may not be aspowerful as hand grenades but youcan launch them at longer ranges.

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ARM Booster Reinforces [.arm] files and increases damage toenemies. This is only effective for a limited period of time.

DFN BoosterReinforces [.dfn] files and reduces damage fromenemies. This is only effective for a limited period of time.

Damage 0Program that nullifies damage from enemy attacks.This is only effective for a limited period of time.

Bullet FreeThis utility program allows usage of weapons withoutammo consumption. This is only effective for a limitedperiod of time.

InvisibleThis utility program keeps the user invisible for alimited amount of time. Firing weapons will cancel its effects.

Level ScanRuns a scan on the current level and displays theentire map, including file and enemy locations. This isonly effective for a limited period of time.

[.DFN] DEFENSE FILES Tactical HelmetA basic defense program which reduces head damage.

Assault JacketA basic defense program which reduces body damage.

Leg GuardsA basic defense program which reduces leg damage.

[.UPG] UPGRADE FILES Health ExtensionAn add-on patch that increases your maximum health.

Optimize KeyAn add-on patch that increases a weapon’s firepower. Collectingenough of them will upgrade the version of your [.arm] file. Thisitem also upgrades [.cbx] files.

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[.UTL] UTILITY FILES

The following is an explanation of terminologies used in the game.

BATTLEFIELD Sector = The game divides the Battlefields into different groupsbased on their difficulty.

Battlefield = Refers to individual stages in the game.*There are four types of Battlefields.CityBaseRuinsInfinity

Level = Each floor within a Battlefield.Area = Each room or passage in a level.

FILE Weapons and items are named in the form of computer files.The file extensions have the following meanings.

Equipable items:[.arm] = Weapon files[.cbx] = Code-based Explosives or Grenade files[.dfn] = Defense files

Consumable items:[.med] = Medical files[.utl] = Utility files[.blt] = Ammunition files[.upg] = Upgrade files

OTHERSDatabase = A list of item descriptionsPlugins = Items you are currently carryingAttachments = Equipped itemsSlots = Equipment slots

The Battlefield is a virtual-reality construct created by thecombat simulation program A.I.D.A.

RANDOM MAP GENERATIONThe Battlefield you play on is comprised of rooms and pathwaysthat are organized into "areas." Every time you play a game, therandom map generation system changes the exact form of theareas and the placement of enemies and items.

GATESEach floor of a Battlefield is referred to as a "level." Levelscontain three types of gates:

Level Gate (Blue)This is the exit which leads you to the next level.

Escape Gate (Red)These gates allow you to return to the Terminal Screen. However,passing through this gate does not clear the Battlefield.

Terminal Gate (Yellow)This is the final exit located at the final level of a Battlefield.Enter to clear the Battlefield.

GAME OVERIf you die on the battlefield, you can restart your game fromyour most recent save data. You can also restart the Battlefieldfrom the beginning using the Terminal Screen. However, doing sowill result in losing all of the items you have obtained on theBattlefield.

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All enemies and certain weapons have different attributesassigned to them. Changing your weapons according to theenemy’s attributes will be an advantage when fighting againstthem. There are five different attributes in total.

PLUGIN ATTRIBUTES L = LightP = PhysicalE = ElectricalH = HeatV = Virus

ENEMY ATTRIBUTESBugsMost bugs dwell in the dark so they tend to be weak againstattacks of light attributes. For example, using the Laser Pistol or Pulse Rifle can effectively inflict damage on these enemytypes. Some bugs are resistant against viral attacks, so avoidattacking them with weapons that have the virus attribute.

SoldierThe alien soldiers originate from a different planet so the Earth’sgravity feels lighter for them, but at the same time, they cannotendure attacks with physical attributes. Some soldiers are fully-equipped and may be resistant against weapons with heat orvirus attributes.

BotsAttacking bots with weapons that have the electrical attributecan short out their system and result in more damage. Sincethese machines are created with titanium alloy, they are highlyresistant against weapons with physical and virus attributes.

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