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The '''debug menu''' is a special menu in ''[[Super Smash Bros.]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'' that can | [[Image:Debug Menu.png|300px|thumb|The Combat Debug menu in ''Super Smash Bros.''|right]]The '''debug menu''' is a special menu in ''[[Super Smash Bros.]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'' that players can access with the use of an [[Action Replay]]. The code that accesses the debug menu depends on the version of ''Melee'' the player has. | ||
==Function== | ==Function== | ||
The debug menu was a feature that was used by the developers to test certain aspects in the game, generally as an attempt to prevent glitches or errors from appearing, hence its name of debug. The developers never removed the debug menu from the games, | The debug menu was a feature that was used by the developers to test certain aspects in the game, generally as an attempt to prevent glitches or errors from appearing, hence its name of debug. The developers never removed the debug menu from the games, however; as a result, hackers, through the use of devices such as Action Replay, were able to access the menu, as well as give any and all codes relating to the menu. | ||
The debug menu allows a player to do many different things in the game that normally would not be possible, such as gaining access to any [[character]], [[stage]], [[item]], and [[mode]] in the game, including those not accessible through normal play. They can also view all the [[trophy|trophies]], such as [[Samus Unmasked]], all character endings, and other features, including [[Beta | The debug menu allows a player to do many different things in the game that normally would not be possible, such as gaining access to any [[character]], [[stage]], [[item]], and [[mode]] in the game, including those not accessible through normal play. They can also view all the [[trophy|trophies]], such as [[Samus Unmasked]], all character endings, and other features, including [[Beta|unused elements]]. Players can also modify the actual gameplay, such as causing specific items to spawn at any spot, swapping movesets, or modify the [[Artificial Intelligence]] of the computer. | ||
Using devices to access the Debug Menu, however, can be risky; the game can crash if the player uses incorrect parameters (such as attempting to play as [[NONE]], winning a game with | Using devices to access the Debug Menu, however, can be risky; the game can crash if the player uses incorrect parameters (such as attempting to play as [[NONE]], winning a game with [[Master Hand]] or using [[AKANEIA]] as a stage). In the worst cases, the game can cause save games to corrupt in ''SSB'' or ''Melee'', or at worst, corrupt the entire card for ''Melee''; as such, it is generally recommended that it is not used with a memory card plugged in, or at least have a backup. | ||
==Debug menu exclusives== | |||
==In ''SSB''== | |||
==In '' | In order to get to the Debug Menu, a [[GameShark]] or an emulator must be used. | ||
*Note: SSB has a Combat Debug Menu and a System Debug Menu. The former tests the aspects of the fighters to see what's right for the game. The latter is used for making changes to the game directly on the [[N64]], so programmers wouldn't have to return to the computer. | |||
In order to get to the | |||
Combat Debug Includes: | Combat Debug Includes: | ||
*The player can gain access to any stage, even the ones that are not in the final game, such as [[Kirby Beta Stage 1]] or [[Kirby Beta Stage 2 | *The player can gain access to any stage, even the ones that are not in the final game, such as [[Kirby Beta Stage 1]] or [[Kirby Beta Stage 2]]. | ||
*The player can gain access to any character, as well as boss characters. | *The player can gain access to any character, as well as boss characters. | ||
*The player can adjust the damage of each character. (Adjusting damage was not possible in the original game and ''Melee''. In ''[[Brawl]]'', one can adjust it via [[Handicap]]s). | *The player can adjust the damage of each character. (Adjusting damage was not possible in the original game and ''Melee''. In ''[[Brawl]]'', one can adjust it via [[Handicap]]s). | ||
*The player can make the [[CPU]] characters always stop, walk, evade, or attack. | *The player can make the [[CPU]] characters always [[stop]], [[walk]], [[evade|run]], or [[attack]]. | ||
*Changes cannot be saved. | *Changes cannot be saved. | ||
System Debug Includes: | System Debug Includes: | ||
*The player can play all sound effects, including ones not included in the final game, such as (what are presumed to be) [[Final Smash]]es. | *The player can play all sound effects, including ones not included in the final game, such as (what are presumed to be) [[Final Smash]]es. | ||
*The player can test | *The player can test 3D animations, such as a paper airplane. | ||
*The player can watch "New Character Signals" for every character. | *The player can watch "New Character Signals" for every character. | ||
*Changes can be saved. | *Changes can be saved. | ||
==In '' | ==In ''Melee''== | ||
In order to get to the Debug Menu, an Action Replay or an emulator must be used. | |||
*Note: The Combat and System Debug Menus are combined. | |||
In order to get to the | |||
Features include: | Features include: | ||
*The player can gain access to any stage, even ones not included in the final game, such as [[AKANEIA]] | *The player can gain access to any stage, even ones not included in the final game, such as [[AKANEIA]]. | ||
*The player can gain access to any character, including [[Boss]]es and even [[Sandbag]]. | *The player can gain access to any character, including [[Boss]]es and even [[Sandbag]]. | ||
*The player can make the CPU characters always stop, walk, run, and attack. | *The player can make the CPU characters always stop, walk, run, and attack. | ||
*The player can use modes and CPU behaviors used in [[Events]] (see below). | *The player can use modes and CPU behaviors used in [[Events]] (see below). | ||
*The player can erase data on the Memory Card. | *The player can erase data on the Memory Card. | ||
*Changes can be saved. | *Changes can be saved. | ||
== | ====Debug menu-only CPU modes==== | ||
[[ | *'''AIR''' restricts the CPU's [[jump]]ing height. This does not affect the height gained by the character's [[up special move]], meaning that this mode has far more of an effect on aerial play than it does on the character's recovery. | ||
*'''COOPERATIVE''' causes the CPU to follow the player and attack them. | |||
*'''DEFENSIVE''' causes the CPU to only use defensive tactics, such as [[shield]]s and [[roll]]s. | |||
*'''EVZELDA''' may cause [[Zelda (SSBM)|Zelda]] to transform into [[Sheik (SSBM)|Sheik]] more often, as she does in the event match [[Event 9: Hide 'n' Sheik|Hide 'n' Sheik]]. If this is the case, it may stand for "Event Zelda". | |||
*'''FREAK''' causes the CPU to stay where they are, but attack when an opponent comes near. Used in the event match [[Event 6: Kirbys on Parade|Kirbys on Parade]]. | |||
*'''ITEM''' causes the CPU to attempt to grab all [[item]]s that appear. Otherwise, the CPU is normal. It is most likely used for CPUs in event matches like [[Event 7: Pokémon Battle|Pokémon Battle]]. | |||
*'''NANA''' is the default mode for the partner [[Ice Climbers (SSBM)|Ice Climber]], so that he/she follows the leader, attacks with the leader, etc. | |||
*'''NOACT''' causes the CPU to do absolutely nothing. This is not to be confused with [[Stand]], where the CPU will still attempt to [[recovery|recover]] if knocked off. | |||
*'''ONLYITEM''' causes the CPU to only use [[item]]s, as opposed to using any other [[attack]]s. | |||
*'''SPLWLINK''' and '''SPLWSAMUS''' cause the CPU to only use their [[down special move]] when set to [[Link (SSBM)|Link]] and [[Samus (SSBM)|Samus]] respectively. They are used in the event match [[Event 3: Bomb-fest|Bomb-fest]]. "SPLW" is possibly an abbreviation of "Special Low", which reflects that the character only uses their down (or "low") special. | |||
*'''STRUGGLE''' causes the CPU to attack the nearest opponent, regardless of whether they are a human or a CPU. This is different from normal CPU behavior because a normal CPU will dedicate its attention to human opponents, unless a CPU stands between it and a human, or if there are no human opponents in the match. | |||
== | ==In ''Brawl''== | ||
''Brawl'' does not have a Debug Menu, but there are test modes when a player hacks the game. | |||
== | ==Links== | ||
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xF9z_snHdfg Combat Debug N64] | |||
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZnQ89fSG1U ''Melee'' Debug] | |||
[http://tcrf.net/Super_Smash_Bros. Article on ''SSB'''s Debug.] | |||
[http://tcrf.net/Super_Smash_Bros._Melee/Master_Debug_Menu Article on ''Melee'''s debug.] | |||
==Trivia== | |||
*There is a [[Kirby]] reference in the background ''SSB'' System Debug Menu. ''[[Earthbound (game)|EarthBound]]'' also has this in its debug menu. | |||
*There is no menu music in the SSB Combat menu, unlike in ''Melee'', where the menu music is running. | |||
==See also== | |||
*[[Action Replay]] | |||
[[Category:CPU Modes]] | |||
[[Category:Hacking]] | [[Category:Hacking]] | ||
