Midway 4-Player 25" Dedicated Video Game - Manual (Page 10)

Operation 2-2
VIDEO GAME MACHINE (VGM) 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. These tests 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.
• 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 VGM computer 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 VGM computer asks the players which game that they want to play: NBA Showtime Gold
Edition or NFL Blitz 2000 Gold Edition. Players request one or the other via player panel controls. Then
players select a team. The VGM 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 VGM computer returns to Attract Mode.
GAME RULES FOR NFL BLITZ 2000 GOLD EDITION
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 goals score points, just as in real football games.
PLAY SELECTION FOR NFL BLITZ 2000 GOLD EDITION
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.