Sonic Wii U - User Manual

Quickly tilting the Wii U GamePad to the left or right will initiate a Barrel Roll in that direction.
Quickly fl icking the Wii U GamePad upwards will initiate a Flip.
Pressing X (or B) while holding Y will fi re the weapon backwards (where appropriate to pickup).
There are two Use Pickup buttons to make it easier to use while holding the Rear View button.
USE PICKUP DRIFT/ BRAKE
BARREL
ROLL
SWAP PICKUP
ACCELERATE
REAR VIEW
STEERING
PRESS THE HOME BUTTON WHILE THE GAME IS RUNNING, THEN SELECT TO VIEW THE
ELECTRONIC MANUAL.
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE Wii U™ OPERATIONS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE USING
YOUR Wii U HARDWARE SYSTEM, DISC OR ACCESSORY. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT
HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE YOU OR YOUR
CHILD PLAY VIDEO GAMES.
• Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light fl ashes or
patterns, and this may occur while they are watching TV or playing video games, even if they have
never had a seizure before.
• Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an epileptic
condition should consult a doctor before playing a video game.
• Parents should watch their children play video games. Stop playing and consult a doctor if you or
your child has any of the following symptoms:
Convulsions Eye or muscle twitching Altered vision
Loss of awareness Involuntary movements Disorientation
• To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games:
1. Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.
2. Play video games on the smallest available television screen.
3. Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
4. Play in a well-lit room.
5. Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.
Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt. Follow these instructions to
avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin irritation or eyestrain:
• Avoid excessive play. Parents should monitor their children for appropriate play.
• Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don’t think you need it.
• If your hands, wrists, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, or if you feel symptoms such
as tingling, numbness, burning or stiffness, stop and rest for several hours before playing again.
• If you continue to have any of the above symptoms or other discomfort during or after
play, stop playing and see a doctor.
Playing video games can cause motion sickness in some players. If you or your child feel dizzy
or nauseous when playing video games, stop playing and rest. Do not drive or engage in other
demanding activity until you feel better.
WARNING - SEIZURES
WARNING - REPETITIVE MOTION INJURIES AND EYESTRAIN
CAUTION - MOTION SICKNESS
IMPORTANT LEGAL INFORMATION
This Nintendo game is not designed for use with any unauthorized device. Use of any such device
will invalidate your Nintendo product warranty. Copying of any Nintendo game is illegal and is strictly
prohibited by domestic and international intellectual property laws.
REV–F
Controls ................................ 1–3
Warranty .................................... 4
Customer Support ..................... 4
DRIFT/
BRAKE
ACCELERATE
BARREL
ROLL
USE PICKUP
SWAP PICKUP
REAR VIEW
STEERING
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Summary

Important Safety Information

Seizure Warning

Warns about potential seizures triggered by flashing lights during gameplay, advising consultation with a doctor.

Repetitive Motion Injuries and Eyestrain Warning

Advises on preventing muscle, joint, skin, or eye pain from prolonged gameplay by taking breaks.

Motion Sickness Caution

Alerts players to potential motion sickness and advises rest if symptoms like dizziness or nausea occur.

Wii U GamePad Controls

Default Controls - Wii U GamePad

Outlines default button mappings and actions for the Wii U GamePad, including basic maneuvers.

Advanced Controls - Wii U GamePad

Details advanced control schemes and techniques for the Wii U GamePad, like barrel rolls and flips.

Wii Remote and Nunchuk Controls

Default Controls - Wii Remote

Explains default button assignments and movements for the Wii Remote, covering steering and actions.

Advanced Controls - Wii Remote

Details advanced maneuvers and button combinations for the Wii Remote, including flips and barrel rolls.

Default Controls - Nunchuk

Shows default control schemes and actions using the Nunchuk accessory for gameplay.

Advanced Controls - Nunchuk

Illustrates advanced gameplay techniques with the Nunchuk controller, detailing specific actions.

Important Legal Information

Sonic Wii U Specifications

General

Platform	Wii U
Type	Gamepad
Vibration	Yes
Connectivity	Bluetooth
Compatibility	Wii U
Battery	Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Buttons	A, B, X, Y, L, R, ZL, ZR, +, -, Power, Home
Motion Controls	Yes (accelerometer, gyroscope)
Touchscreen	Yes (6.2-inch)
NFC	Yes
Audio	headphone jack