Sega Bass Fishing 2 User Manual

Sega Bass Fishing 2 is a memory card compatible game. With this game,
19 blocks of memory are needed to save a game file. The following
data is saved: option settings, records, characters, and new lures
acquired during gameplay.
Thank you for purchasing Sega Bass Fishing 2. Please note that this software
is designed only for use with the Dreamcast console. Be sure to read this
instruction manual thoroughly before you start playing Sega Bass Fishing 2.
C O N T E N TS
SETTING UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
GAME DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
HOW TO FISH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
STARTING THE GAME . . . . . . . . 10
FREE FISHING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
TOURNAMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
CHARACTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
DATA BOOK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
LOAD/SAVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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Sega Bass Fishing 2 Specifications

General

Genre	Fishing
Release Date	2001
Publisher	Sega
Players	1-2
Platform	Dreamcast
Developer	Sega
Game Modes	Arcade, Tournament

Summary

Setting Up Your Dreamcast Fishing Game

VMU Setup for Game Saves

Instructions for connecting the VMU to the Dreamcast Controller to save game files.

Using the Fishing Controller

Guidance on connecting and using the fishing controller, including memory card use.

Understanding the Game Display

In-Game Fishing Display Elements

Explanation of elements shown on screen during active fishing.

How to Fish and Control Actions

Selecting Fishing Areas

Guide on choosing a fishing location using the Analog Thumb Pad or D-Pad.

Boat Movement and Controls

Choosing Casting Direction

Casting Method Selection

Advanced Fishing Techniques

Changing Lures During Gameplay

Casting with Different Controllers

Hooking a Fish

Steps to successfully hook a fish when it bites, emphasizing timing.

Managing the Fish Fight and Catch

The Fight: Line Tension Gauge

Managing line tension using the gauge and rod control to prevent breaks.

Catching the Fish

Using the Catch gauge to successfully reel in and secure the fish.

Starting and Playing Game Modes

Starting a New Game

Steps to begin a new game and navigate the main menu.

Free Fishing Mode Explained

Details on playing Free Fishing with customizable area, season, time, and weather.

Selecting Fishing Conditions

Tournament and Character Features

Participating in Tournaments

How to select and enter tournaments against CPU players.

Weigh-In Process

Character Customization and Abilities

Game Data and Saving Information

Loading and Saving Game Progress

Instructions for managing game data using the VMU for loading and saving.

Important Save Notice