Goldeneye: Rogue Agent - Why save the world when you can rule it?

Description

GoldenEye: Rogue Agent™ goes where no previous James Bond™ game has dared to tread. Now you have the chance to cross over to the dark side of the Bond universe.

Experience life as a ruthless and unpredictable villain. Why save the world when you can rule it? Going where no previous James Bond game has dared to tread, GoldenEye: Rogue Agent breaks all the rules by transporting players to the dark side of the Bond universe to experience life as a high-rolling, cold-hearted villain. As an aspiring 00 agent dismissed from MI6 for reckless brutality, you hired as an enforcer by Auric Goldfinger, the wealthy super-villain with a lust for all things gold. Cross paths with such legendary allies and enemies as Oddjob, Scaramanga, Xenia Onatopp, and, of course, Pussy Galore on globe-spanning missions of vengeance and demolition as you make your unrelenting rise through the ranks to the top of the villain world. Featured modes include story-driven campaign missions, deathmatch style simulator trials, and objective-based war games for single and multi-player play.

Build your own personalized villain, equipped with a customizable synthetic eye and physical attributes; E.V.I.L. AI engine motivates enemies to react intelligently to your actions and their surroundings to make every shootout more believable, intense, and unpredictable; goldeneye: rogue agent integrates single-player, multiplayer split-screen, and online gameplay for the playstation2 computer entertainment system across all game modes; featured game modes include story-based campaign missions, deathmatch style simulator trials, and objective-based team war games; fight with and against legendary villains and bond girls such as oddjob, dr. no, goldfinger, pussy galore, and xenia onatopp; travel to famous and original bond locations from the mountains of Switzerland to the streets of Hong Kong and from fort Knox to dr. no's crab key lair in the Caribbean; production design by academy award winning sir ken Adam, visionary creator for the look of the bond film universe; character models from Rene morel and wardrobe designed by Kim Barrett.

• Show no mercy: Be as bad as you want to be in intense split-screen and online multiplayer modes.
• Battle the all-new E.V.I.L. AI™: You never know what the enemy will do, so no two games will ever be the same.
• Upgrade your synthetic eye: See through walls, manipulate electronics, deflect bullets, and send enemies flying.
• Fight alongside and against legendary villains: Including Goldfinger, Oddjob, Pussy Galore, and Dr. No.

It is tempting to camp a Machine Trap location until an enemy comes by. However, this is an all too common practice, and your opponents will be looking for it. Chances are, you get sniped or caught from behind while waiting to activate the Machine Trap. Conversely, it is a good idea to look for people camping these locations, as you can get easy kills.

First Encounter

By Alex McLain

There are few game franchises whose mere name can evoke a childish smile and a giddy disposition. GoldenEye is one of them.

The original's sublimely crafted single-player experience was enough to proclaim the first-person shooter (FPS) genre as a viable option for console owners. Had it not been for GoldenEye, we may never have been graced with the expertly crafted Halo®: Combat Evolved and Halo® 2; such is the enormous nature of its impact. Plus, it gave us our first legitimate James Bond experience, with slick presentation and an expert understanding of the license.

Moreover, the four-player split-screen multiplayer mayhem gave GoldenEye a firm and much-loved place in our hearts. It may not have had the plethora of customization options that its spiritual successor (Perfect Dark) boasted, but it pioneered console frag fests with a rock-solid four-player experience that was heavy on the combat and light on frustration (no cheap kills here). It was the ultimate social magnet, too, as a mere whiff of GoldenEye goodness floating out into a dormitory hallway could pull even the most ardent bookworm away with its siren call.

Fans have been yearning for years for a sequel to this now classic game, and while the developer has changed, the call has not gone unanswered. EA has heard your wants and needs, and it has obeyed your request by developing GoldenEye: Rogue Agent™. This is not a remake, as some thought it might be, but instead, it is a sequel that quests to capture the magic of its predecessor.

GoldenEye: Rogue Agent harnesses everything that made the original so appealing. it is fast, frenetic, intense, and unwaveringly solid in the frame-rate department (a key component that rarely gets noticed, but one that is absolutely paramount in a multiplayer FPS). It features well-balanced multiplayer maps and a kick-ass single-player campaign that offers a new take on the Bond universe.

This is Bond without Bond, you might say. Rogue Agentexists firmly within the much-loved Bond universe, and in fact, probably uses more that the license has to offer than any other game before it. That said, you do not play Bond. Instead, you fill the shoes of a MI6 outcast, a former agent whose ruthless tactics and villainous nature did not mesh well with the prim and proper British intelligence agency.

After a botched virtual training mission (in which you let poor 007 die), you are exiled from MI6 by M (as played by Dame Judi Dench). Fear not, though. A man of your talents does not go unemployed for long, and before you can say cut scene, you are picked up by the ever greedy Goldfinger and placed in his employ. So begins the Campaign mode for Rogue Agent.

Beyond the Campaign mode, and even the multiplayer options, are a few important additions to gameplay. Rogue Agent may strive to capture the essence of the original GoldenEye, but it is not above making a few improvements. Chief among these are the following.

A Real Golden Eye

that is right, your Rogue Agent actually sports a cybernetic golden eye, as provided by the incessantly creepy Francisco Scaramanga. (Christopher Lee reprises his role from The Man with the Golden Gun.) This eye provides you with special abilities that you will earn as you play through the game. You will be able to see through walls with MRI Vision, effect machinery (and jam guns) with your EM Pulse, deflect bullets with a Polarity Shield, and even harness energy with an Induction Field to throw your enemies from afar.

Rata Tat Tat Al!

Peppered throughout each level—single-player and multiplayer—are Machine Traps. These are like cut-outs of Al Capone in a fun house, but they fire very real guns and deal very real carnage to all in its path. Machine Traps are ruthlessly efficient killing zones, and if used properly (e.g. waiting until a large group is in the affected area), they can make life much easier on you.

it is crucial to use these properly during the singe-player campaign. You can rack up a lot of kills in multiplayer matches with Machine Traps as well. Also, kills made with Machine Traps earn you points for your Rogue Score, which helps unlock items like new multiplayer maps or skins.

You Have to Shoot Him First

It may seem like a small addition, but the ability to daze an enemy and take them as a hostage in the single-player missions is huge. Not only does it offer a bit of realism (especially since you are a bad guy), but it adds a completely new element to your level strategy. it is possible to walk through whole areas with a hostage and not get harmed, which is not only great for getting to the next area, but also conserves ammo. (Note though that you move very cumbersomely with a hostage in tow.)

GoldenEye: Rogue Agent is a refreshing take on an already classic game. it is a natural fusion of an old formula with new design and technology. it is like the original felt like a tune up and a fresh coat of paint for the current generation of consoles, and there is no better proof than playing the multiplayer on XboxLive™, which is fully integrated into Rogue Agent.

Introduction

Oh, you are stylin' and profilin'! Look at you, sexy secret agent man! you are one of the best secret agents in the world, and everything is fine and dandy as far as you are concerned—but what you do not know may hurt you. As usual, just as things have cooled down, you are thrust straight back into the heat of things. it is up to you, dear Bondsman, to save the world from immediate danger.

Basics

Getting Adjusted With Control Set-Ups

At the start of a single player campaign, you will be prompted to choose your control types. The selection is completely up to you, although we prefer the Precision style, as it controls less strange than the Classic choice. Again, this all boils down to personal preference and selection.

Rogue Bonuses

You will receive Rogue Bonus points for eliminating your foes by using sneaky melee kills or headshots. The amount of Rogue Bonuses you receive is based on how many skilled kills you have accomplished; nothing else is "hidden," so to speak. Rogue Bonuses will unlock bonus material.

Mouse Trap!

There are certain traps that can be triggered throughout the game. You get an early glimpse of these things in Fort Knox, where a large compacter will crush the line in front of you. You must learn to use these wisely, as you can carefully remove a large chunk of enemy fire by waiting for the right time to pull the trigger. Beware of intelligent enemies that will hit the trigger on you, though.

Hostage Got!

You can take hostages throughout the game and use their bodies to absorb the bullets that are fired at you. This comes in handy, especially when you are going through tough areas that will require some body armor due to automatic weaponry. This helps considerably when looking for a different way to approach things. Use the weapon as a melee attack to knock the guard out and carry him around with you.

Boss Fights

You may not notice it, but "boss" characters will surely pop up from time to time throughout the game. These guys are usually people that you must bump off for assassination missions, but sometimes they will just be more powerful versions of common enemies. They will need full clips unloaded into them to get'em down and out. You can tell boss characters from normal ones due to the fact that a name will pop up whenever you target them, such as "Pittman."

Ammo Grabbin'!

Every time you take down an enemy, you can take their ammunition with you by stealing their weapon. This is very vital to beating the single player Campaign, as you will need ammo to kill, and you need to kill to survive. Just remember to search the area where the enemy was killed after you have bumped them off.

Growing Your Arms Back

You can heal your own wounds, although you cannot regain health from body armor once it has been depleted. To regain your health, crouch down and take a breather instead of getting shot at. Find a safe space, and lie still long enough and your health will magically begin filling back up. Ahh, the marvels of human technology and science.

New Abilities

Use your new abilities that you learn upon completing a mission very wisely. You can only use them temporarily, and we do not note when to use them in the walkthrough—that is for you to decide. We provide the best strategies on how to beat the game without using your abilities, that way you are free to use them whenever you are in a tight spot without feeling obligated to save them in case you will need them later on.

Do not Hide From Enemy Fire Behind Explosive Crates!

Does this one really need a description? Play smart.

Weapons

Spec-9

The standard weapon for Goldeneye in the game, as it works as a 9MM that will surely down some unfriendly guards with precisely aimed headshots in a matter of seconds. it is not the fastest weapon in the game, but you make due with what you have.

Type-S Frag

The Type-S Frag is the standard throwing weapon in the game, which just so happens to complement the Spec-9 perfectly. Do you have a mob of dastardly villains surrounding the outer part of the box you are hiding behind? A well thrown Type-S Frag will do the trick and conserve pistol ammo.

Jackal .357

The standard weapon amongst early enemies is the Jackal .357, a powerful firearm that will do tons of damage if exposed for too long. When fighting an enemy with one, either bumrush them and take them hostage, or simply hide behind a crate of some sort and pop up from behind it just long enough to take care of them.

HS-90

Looking for something a little faster and a little more powerful? Are you simply not so good at headshots, or even shooting a gun? Look no further than the HS-90! This automatic weapon will trim a line of enemies down in no time flat! Just line her up and take her across the board with bullets flying everywhere! Just a few shots will do the trick.

Mamba 12GA.

Looking for a blast from the past? A blast you shall receive with the Mamba 12GA. shotgun. The speed of the weapon is not the fastest in the game, nor is the damage the most efficient, but it will certainly cut enemies down relatively quickly with little mess on your part. it is the perfect weapon when you are going Rambo on'em.

Predator MG

One of the coolest weapons in the game is the Predator MG, which releases a device that spits additional ammunition over a short period of time. Not only is it hardcore in every sense of the word, but it is also futuristic and stylish. Do not leave home without it!

Longbow SR

The Longbow SR is the perfect sniping weaponry. If you are a fan of the “play cool” method, where you simply sit tight and await the enemy's head to pop up around the corner only for you to take it off with a single shot, then this puppy's for you! Note that you can only find the Longbow SR in the Campaign mode.

AR4 Commando

The most common “heavy” weapon in the game, the AR4 Commando will rip a hole into anybody it touches in under 5 bullets. This assault rifle is state of the art weaponry that most would consider an AK-47 — but who are we fooling? That is merely a cheap imitation.

Harpoon RL

The only thing more delightful than a rocket launcher is a rocket launcher that blasts Fleetwood Mac while you shoot it. Sadly, this is not the case, but it is still a rocket launcher, and that counts for something, right? Beware, if you launch this thing is a small room, get prepared for some backlash on the rockets part.

Mag-Rail

The Mag-Rail is in practically every first person shooter, and for a very good reason: it is just fun to use. The Mag-Rail is very handy when attempting an escape, as it will tear through anything put before it.

Venom 200ML

The maximum in stun gun equipment, the Venom 200ML will leave an opponent completely vulnerable to whatever attack you might choose to make them endure. This is a very nice, sneaky weapon that can be used in practically every situation with the exception of “combat zone” style fighting.

MK2 Detonator

If you are looking for the ultimate in sneak attacking, look no further than the MK2 Detonator. Attach the bomb to an unsuspecting guard and wait for him to arrive at a group meeting — kaboom! The main purpose of the weapon, however, is to blow up enemy vehicles. Use it for this purpose as a primary, and have fun with it otherwise.

Tesla EM

Used only in the Campaign mode, the Tesla EM is a charge of electricity, as you likely guessed by the name, which is controlled through the weaponry and released on a networking system to disrupt data and/or disarm certain security measures. Hence why it is not in multiplayer!

Omen XR

Top secret information here! Turn away, nothing to see here! it is a rifle that is rumored to have been in development for years that can make a target disintegrate. Move along people!

Top-Secret Tips

By Alex McLain

Mastering the Eye

Your Rogue Agent (as well as any skin you choose to play in multiplayer matches) is gifted with a powerful cybernetic golden eye. it is easy to fall into complacency and play this game like any other first-person shooter (FPS), but if you do, you are likely to be spit out the bottom of a multiplayer match or get kicked back to your last Campaign checkpoint, if you forget to utilize the functions of your golden eye. They are:

• MRI Vision

  Click this on when you want to see through solid objects (boxes, equipment, walls, etc.). You are able to see the silhouette of whatever enemies lie in wait. it is a great way to scout out the upcoming area. If you use this strategically, you should rarely be surprised.

  Tip: If you combine this ability with a gun that can pierce through walls (e.g. the Mag-Rail), you are able to take down enemies without ever being seen.

• EM Hack

  This ability allows you to produce electromagnetic pulses that causes havoc with weaponry and allow you to operate machinery from afar. You can jam your enemies' guns (you will see a little highlighted box appear around their weapon when this is available), and you will be able to remotely trigger devices.

  Tip: Triggering Machine Traps remotely in multiplayer matches can get you quick kills. Often, your opponents will check the location of the Machine Trap, and if they do not see an enemy standing next to it, they will proceed through the endangered area. Crouching down, where you can view the area and still trigger the Machine Trap with your EM Hack, will earn you a quick kill.

• Polarity Shield<

  This function allows you to become impervious to bullets for a short time. Note: In multiplayer matches, using this ability drains all the energy from your eye, so use it sparingly.

  Tip: Not only does the Polarity shield make you impervious for a short time, but activating it will fool the MRI Vision of your opponents as well.

• Induction Field

  This will allow you to throw your enemies from afar. It drains quite a bit of energy, but when properly used, it can get you out of a quick jam.

  Tip: Try using this ability on high ground, especially when your enemy is next to a railing or can otherwise be tossed down. It may not automatically kill them*, but it can get them out of your hair for a bit.

  *Note: In Campaign mode, the Induction Field is an immediate kill. In multiplayer, Induction Field behaves differently, however. it is called EM Pulse, and it stuns your enemy (like a melee attack), causing the rumble pack to vibrate.

• Melee Attack

  there is so much gunplay in GoldenEye that it is easy to forget that you have access to a melee attack. This attack is not only powerful, but it is also preferable when in close contact, as it requires less precise aim (especially if they are running circles around you). Plus, it helps preserve ammo (especially important in the single-player campaign), which can be at a premium at times.

• Machine Traps

  Environmental hazards are plentiful in both the single-player campaign and multiplayer maps. Make sure you know where they are activated from, and keep a sharp eye (using the MRI Vision when you can) to make sure no one is lurking about, waiting to use them. Also, it is common for people to camp at these locations, so if you are having trouble finding enemies in multiplayer, try looking for your opponents that have activated Machine Traps.

• Keep Moving

  First off, no one likes a camper. Secondly, with MRI Vision available to your enemies in multiplayer, chances are you get spotted and fragged, if you stay in one place for too long.

• Shotgun From Afar

  Most would say that the Shotgun is only effective up close. Sure, that is where it does the most damage, but a well-placed Shotgun blast from a distance can also knock your opponent off their feet, giving you plenty of time to run to point-blank range for the next shot.

  The best chance for success in Rogue Agent is to find that perfect balance between the run-and-gun twitch abilities you need and good tactics. Knowing the maps, understanding your special abilities, discovering the weaknesses and strengths of each weapon, and even finding the weaknesses and strengths of your own abilities gives you the edge you need to succeed.

Cheats

Paintball Mode:
RIGHT, LEFT, RIGHT, LEFT, DOWN, DOWN, UP, UP

All multi-player mode skins:
Press DOWN, LEFT, UP, LEFT, RIGHT, DOWN, LEFT, UP

Full Eye Power:
L, R, L, WHITE, WHITE, BLACK, R, WHITE

Full Health and Armor:
R, R, BLACK, WHITE, BLACK, R, L, BLACK

Unlock Eye Powers:
L, L, BLACK, BLACK, R, BLACK, L, WHITE

One Life Mode:
Beat the game on the hard difficulty setting to play One Life Mode.

To unlock all single player and multi-player levels in GoldenEye:
Rogue Agent enter DOWN, RIGHT, DOWN, RIGHT, UP, DOWN, UP, LEFT at the extras menu.