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GAME OPERATION
STARTING UP
Whenever you turn on the machine or restore power, the system executes boot ROM code. The boot
ROM contains self-diagnostic tests that automatically verify and report the condition of the disk drive and
other hardware. The screen is blank during these tests. If the hardware fails a test, the system displays
an error message. The message appears for 30 seconds or until someone presses a button.
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If nobody presses a button, the system quickly completes tests, and then loads game software.
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To skip boot ROM tests and activate the Menu System, press and hold the TEST MODE button.
You’ll find this button behind the coin door.
Having passed power-up tests, the system enters Attract Mode. Attract Mode consists of typical game
scenes and sounds, alternating with high scores. Attract Mode continues until game play commences.
Players insert currency or tokens to start the game. Pressing a START determines which player receives
the credit. The game computer asks whether players want to play
NBA Showtime or NFL Blitz 2000 Gold
Edition. Players request one or the other via player panel controls. Then players select a team. The game
computer associates one team with the Player-1 and Player-2 joysticks. The Player-3 and Player-4
joysticks assume control of the opposing team. Play begins after a countdown period. Play progresses
like a real-life football or basketball game. At Game Over Mode, players may choose to begin again. If
players choose not to continue, then the system returns to Attract Mode.
NFL BLITZ 2000 GOLD EDITION GAME RULES
INSTRUCTIONS
Play instructions appear on the information panel over and under the video monitor.
ONE TO FOUR PLAYERS
Players may enter their names for future reference. Then they select teams and run the first play. Players
may choose an offensive or defensive play. Additional game information appears on the screen as
needed. Team statistics appear at the end of each quarter.
CONTROLLING CHARACTERS
The joystick and action buttons control characters on the field. The joysticks respond to different amounts
of deflection as well as direction.
GAME ACTION
Standard league football rules apply, with two exceptions: First downs require 30 yards, and teams only
have seven active players. Game adjustment settings determine game length and speed.
The player view of the action changes automatically whenever a better camera angle becomes available.
The game sounds include announcer comments and crowd noises.
SCORING
Touchdowns and field goals score points, just as in real football games.
NFL BLITZ 2000 GOLD EDITION PLAY SELECTION
STANDARD PLAYS
The player may select any of the offensive or defensive plays in the game. Players can choose from
pages of standard plays loaded into the game. Use the indicated pushbuttons to view and select any
play.
CUSTOM PLAYS