User Guide

The Camera
There are several camera types available during the game. Use the Directional Pad.
Trailer Camera - Tap the Directional Pad
This is the default camera mode. The camera stays right behind the dolphin at all times
and points in the direction Ecco is facing. This camera is best suited for general game-
play due to its responsiveness and ease of targeting.
Remote Camera - Tap the Directional Pad
This camera looks at the dolphin at all times and follows him at a fixed dis-
tance. The camera will not try to stay behind the dolphin instead it allows
Ecco to turn his side to the camera as well as face the camera. Swimming
around with a Remote Camera provides a more graceful, cinematic type of experience.
Above Water Camera - Press and hold the Directional Pad
This camera hovers above the water surface. It stays above dolphin at all times and looks at Ecco. This camera
provides the best views when doing acrobatic jumps above the water.
Side/Backward Camera - Hold Trigger L(Left) or Trigger R (Right) or both simultaneous-
ly (Backward) This camera allows the player to look sideways, left or right with the camera
without changing Ecco’s current direction of travel. You can even look backwards.
Switching between Cameras
To switch between the three camera modes, use the Directional Pad in any direction. A “click” sound effect
will play when switching through the Trailer, Remote, and Above Water Camera view.
Camera Types
Switch between Trailer and Remote
Cameras
Look Left
Look Right
Look Backwards
Switch Above Water Camera ON/OFF
Directional Pad
Short Press in any Direction
Trigger L
Trigger R
Trigger Land Trigger R Together
Directional Pad
Long Press in any Direction
Input
Pausing the game
You may pause the game at any time (except during “letterboxed” cut
scenes) by pressing the START Button. This will open a menu from
which you may resume playing; view your “inventory” of songs and
gifts; check the status of the number of Vitalit Crystals you have
found; or exit the game. If you select “EXIT”, the game will go back
to the title screen. You can also remove the menu by pressing the X
and Y Buttons simultaneously; pressing them again will return the
menu. If you do press the X and Y Buttons simultaneously, to remove
the menu, you will need to press them again in order to display the
menu and get back to the game.
OPTIONS
The Option screen allows you to set different parameters
• Language:You can select English, German, French, or
Spanish.
• Controller:You can choose one of two controller
configurations, Type A, or Type B.
• Audio:You can adjust the music volume, switch between stereo
and mono, or listen to the sound effects and music.
• Jump Pack: Enable or Disable Jump Pack (sold separately).
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