"Disney's Hide & Sneak" Gameplay FAQ/Walkthrough by Merit Celaire ===================== = TABLE OF CONTENTS = ===================== 1. Introduction 2. Game Story/Objective 3. Introducing the Characters 4. Gameplay Basics 5. About the "Lu-Lus" 6. Status Screen & Items 7. Walkthrough: Level 1 (The Warehouses) 8. Walkthrough: Level 2 (The Museum) 9. Walkthrough: Level 3 (The Ruins) 10. Special Trick Descriptions 11. One "Extra" Surprise 12. How To Use the Corresponding Map Files 13. Credits & Other Important Information =================== = 1. INTRODUCTION = =================== Hi there, Disney videogame fanatics! Your fellow Disney videogame fan Merit Celaire here, ready to help you out on one of the best Disney videogames for the Nintendo Gamecube... "Disney's Hide and Sneak"! Now some may say that this is game aimed only for kids... I beg to differ. While the layout and gameplay may look like it's something that's targeted for kids, it's still enough for any Disney fan to get to. And of course, since this is also like a puzzle game, I can imagine that for some of you who might have difficulty with this game that you might need a little bit of help. Never fear, everyone! I'm here to do my best to help you all out. But first, let's get this Gameplay FAQ/Walkthrough started by getting right to the game's story/objective. =========================== = 2. GAME STORY/OBJECTIVE = =========================== Our story begins... way out in outer space. A mysterious flying mushroom spaceship (called Lu-Lu) appears and hovers over the beautiful planet Earth to verify the scenery. All was going well... that was until a falling meteor appeared out of nowhere and knocked into Lu-Lu. This messed up Lu-Lu's systems, made it spin out of control, resulting in a crash landing on the Earth's surface. Meanwhile, we find our two friends Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in the park preparing to have a picnic. They were also exploring picking up mushrooms until they run into what they consider to be a "giant mushroom". What they did not know was that this "giant mushroom" is that same Lu-Lu that crash landed on earth. One of the two mice gets curious and gets on top of the so-called giant mushroom... and that's where the trouble starts. Once Mickey/Minnie gets on that mushroom, it comes alive, lifts off the ground, and flies away with Mickey/Minnie on it! Note that the game allows you to play as Mickey or Minnie; if you're playing as Mickey, Minnie is the one who's captured. If you're playing as Minnie, Mickey is the one who's captured. But whatever character you choose, you've got to hightail it after Lu-Lu to find your captured friend; however, the journey ahead will not be an easy one. More Lu-Lu's are lurking around everywhere trying to trip up your rescue attempts. But be smart, and be brave, because in this game, it's clever moves that will get you through the tough area, especially if the rooms are full of these mysterious creatures. Prepare to muster up some courage, everyone, and get on the scene. There's a captured mouse that needs rescuing, and quite possibly... a mystery to be solved. ================================= = 3. INTRODUCING THE CHARACTERS = ================================= MICKEY MOUSE: You know him, you love him! He's the one and only Mickey Mouse! Always on call to lend a helping hand, and always stands up for what's right when things go wrong. And this case is no exception, only that he's about to experience the weirdest rescue attempt that he's ever experienced! MINNIE MOUSE: Minnie has really been showing a lot of finesse these days, and that's a good thing. Fans of Minnie Mouse can really attest to that. She'll do whatever it takes to rescue Mickey, while still keeping her terrific charm that has already become her trademark. LU-LUs The mysterious spaceship-like creatures that came from outer space after the meteor crashed into the Lu-Lu which crash-landed on earth. They have been know to be very intelligent creatures. ====================== = 4. GAMEPLAY BASICS = ====================== As the game title suggests, in order for you to prevail in this game, you're going to have to use some 'smarts' to get past Lu-Lus, get necessary items, and even perform 'Tricks' that are beneficial for you to progress. Here are some things to know about that will help you to prevail in each section: WALKING/RUNNING: The phrase "tread very carefully" is seriously applied here, especially in the case of when Lu-Lus are asleep (this will be explained later). On the File Select screen's Options section, you are given the choice to use one of two walking/running commands. It's recommended that you set your Control Stick option to Walk/Run for easier handling and control of your chosen character. TAUNTING: It's fun to see you character do his/her taunts, but don't do this unless you REALLY need to. This has been known to also wake up sleeping Lu-Lus, and if you don't watch out, it could mean trouble. TRICK MODE: This is the most important feature to use right here. Press the "A Button" to go into Trick Mode (the screen will turn gray and the Lu-Lus will go into slow motion). While in Trick Mode, you can use the Control Stick to highlight any available thing you can use (like to get on top of crates, hide in open jars, hide behind masks, and so on). This is also beneficial for if a Lu-Lu has detected you and is threatening to dash into you... if it does, you can choose anything that will help you evade the attack and stay safe. SPECIAL TRICKS: These can be activated by going into Trick Mode and choosing certain items or other objects that would trigger it. These cost stars, and they're taken via your "Star Container" meter on the left side of the screen. Whatever those Special Tricks are... they're considered to be a mystery. If an object is highlighted for the Special Trick to be done, Star Containers will appear in front of the object to let you know how many Star Containers are required to do the Special Trick. Another thing to use at all costs is the Camera Control (which can be used with the yellow C Stick). This can help in terms of trying to locate where the Lu-Lus are before plotting your next move. ========================= = 5. ABOUT THE "LU-LUs" = ========================= During the game, you'll encounter many types of Lu-Lus. Some of them are just an annoyance, while others detect your character, and sometimes trying to catch you off guard and run into you. Whatever the type, all must be avoided... except in the rarest of circumstances. Below is a list of the types of Lu-Lus in this game: "DASH-TYPE": These Lu-Lus have an 'arrow' printed on top of them and attempt to dash into Mickey or Minnie when detected. They come in three sizes; all are still dangerous. "FOOTPRINT-TYPE": Self-explanatory, these Lu-Lus have 'footprints' on top of them. It is heard that when these Lu-Lus are sleeping, you can jump on top of them by using a Trick (by going into Trick Mode), but this will cost you 1 Star Container. "BOMB-TYPE": These Lu-Lus are purple, and they have a "skull" imprint on top of them. They also attempt to detect Mickey & Minnie (like the "Dash-Type" Lu-Lus), but once they do, they attempt to get close to him or her and explode after a few seconds. "SWIRL-TYPE": Also self-explanatory: these Lu-Lus have a "swirl" imprint on top of them, and their color is orange. They follow a certain pattern; they do not detect Mickey or Minnie. "STEALTH BOMBER-TYPE": These Lu-Lus are shaped like "stealth bombers". Once they detect Mickey or Minnie, they'll stop at nothing to ram into them... even if it means running into other Lu-Lus in the process. Better take cover quickly! "HORNET-TYPE": These Lu-Lus have the stripes of a hornet. Once they detect Mickey or Minnie, they shoot 'stingers' aimed your character's way. At least they shoot straight, so jump onto a higher surface or get out of the way so that you won't get stung. NOTE: For the Lu-Lus who detect, they also use a 'search arrow' technique to try and catch Mickey or Minnie in their radius. This is also helpful to warn you of any Lu-Lus nearby so that you'll attempt to hide get out of the way as they pass by. Another factor of Lu-Lus is their current 'status'. Observe it well to help to plot out your next maneuver. There are three status symbols that the Lu-Lus use, including: "SLEEPING": When you see a "Z" symbol on top of any Lu-Lu, this is the status right here. In most cases, the only way to get around sleeping Lu-Lus safely is to crawl, no matter what. Using your taunt or running around them wakes them up, and it usually results in trouble. "DETECTED": The majority of Lu-Lus are able to 'detect' and spot your character if he/she is within it's vicinity. If it does detect your character, a "!" symbol will be shown above the Lu-Lu, and sometimes, the Lu-Lu will make a mad dash towards you to attempt to trip you up. Take cover fast! "CONFUSED": If a Lu-Lu makes a mad dash toward your character, and the character has taken cover before the Lu-Lu ever had a chance to nail Mickey or Minnie, it will show a "?" and get back to "normal "patrolling". Good job getting out of the Lu-Lu's way! The final factor of Lu-Lus is that sometimes, even THEY can be tricked! There are two types of tricks to use on them: (1) For the 'footprint' Lu-Lus, you can hop on top of them by going into Trick Mode, and highlighting them! Make sure that they are "sleeping" though so that the trick will be successful. (2) You can 'trick' a "Stealth Bomber Type" Lu-Lu or a "Dash-Type" Lu-Lu to run into any other Lu-Lus in the room. If the trick is successful, the Lu-Lus will run into each other and 'disappear'. Some of them have items on their antennas which they'll leave behind if they get hit... which may be helpful to you (the items will be explained in the next section). Just make sure to get out of the way, because the Lu-Lu is still trying to get YOU! Also, be forewarned... all the Lu-Lus that are hit come back after a few seconds, so grab those items very quickly! ============================ = 6. STATUS SCREEN & ITEMS = ============================ And finally, there's the status screen to help track your progress as you journey through the game. There are three objects that you must keep track off at all costs: STAR CONTAINERS: These are located at the top left side of the screen; they're used to activate special tricks which require them. However, to fill them up, you must collect five Energy Stars for each Star Container. To use Special Tricks, the Star Containers have to be full in order for it to count. LIVES: Located on the top right corner of the screen, it's represented by the heart symbol. If any Lu-Lu comes in contact with you, it'll cost you one of them. If they're all gone, it's game over. However, you'll be able to continue at the last Save Area you reached when the game is over. SPECIAL ITEM: If you acquire a 'key' or any other item, it appears on the bottom right corner of the screen. The Special Items are vital in order to progress. And now, here are the list of items you will encounter: ENERGY STARS: Collect these to fill up your Star Containers and do Special Tricks when necessary. STAR JARS: Crystallized versions of the Energy Stars; collect these to add one more Star Container to your existing ones on the left side of the screen. HEARTS: Collect these to add one more extra life to your reserves. KEYS (SPECIAL ITEM): Mostly seen on Level 1; find these to progress to new sections. ???: There is one more special item which is rumored to open up a 'passageway' for the final level in this game... what could it be? Hint: this 'special item' is hidden in Level 2. Now with all that said and done, it's time to take courage and solve this Lu-Lu mystery. Read on to find out how to get through the first level's set of sections. ============================================ = 6. WALKTHROUGH: LEVEL 1 (The Warehouses) = ============================================ As soon as the captured character is taken by Lu-Lu, they both fly over the warehouses during a very quiet evening (although there isn't anything 'quiet' about the situation, as you will find out in the movie sequence before this level). Your chosen character will be in hot pursuit of this mysterious creature, but he/she will have to get through the warehouses to attempt to uncover this whole Lu-Lu mystery. Tread carefully, but waste no time. There's a mouse to be saved! =============== = LEVEL 1 MAP = =============== ----------------------- - - - Section 1-12 (Boss) - - - ----------------------- | | ----------------------- - - - Section 1-11 (Fl.2) - - (Save Area) - - - -/////////////////////- - - - Section 1-11 (Fl.1) - - - ----------------------- | | ----------------------- - - - Section 1-10 (Fl.2) - - - -/////////////////////- - - - Section 1-10 (Fl.1) - - - ----------------------- | | ----------------------- - - - Section 1-9 - - - ----------------------- | | ----------------------- ----------------------- - - - - - Section 1-6 -===- Section - - (Save Area) -===- 1-7 - - - - - ----------------------- ----------------------- | | | | ----------------------- ----------------------- - - - Section + Section - - Section 1-5A - - 1-8 + 1-8 - - -\ - (West) + (East) - ----------------------- \ ----------------------- | | \ \ | | ----------------------- \ ----------------------- - - \- - - Section 1-4 - - Section 1-5B - - - - - ----------------------- ----------------------- ----------------------- - - - Section 1-3 - - - ----------------------- | | ----------------------- - - - Section 1-2 - - - ----------------------- | | ----------------------- - - - Section 1-1 (START) - - - ----------------------- *************** * SECTION 1-1 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Bomb-Type PROCEDURE: (1) Follow instructions on the screen to safely get to the Star Mark at the North End of the section while not get detected by the Lu-Lu. (2) Go into "Trick Mode" (by pressing A) and select the Star Mark to unleash a Special Trick here (this'll cost you one full Star Container to pull it off). (3) Collect the Star Jar left behind and the key which will let you proceed into Section 1-2. (4) Head north to the exit to use the key and proceed into the next section. *************** * SECTION 1-2 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: None PROCEDURE: (1) Collect any available Energy Stars here to partially fill up the Star Containers that you currently have. *************** * SECTION 1-3 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Dash-Type, Footprint-Type PROCEDURE: (1) Carefully head for the NW area of this room to find a key which will get you into Section 1-4. (2) If you need to fill up your Star Containers, there are Energy Stars located in the SW and SE areas. You might have to go into Trick Mode to select the container(s) itself to hop on top of them to collect the Energy Stars. (3) Head for the NE area of the room to unlock the door and gain entry into Section 1-4. *************** * SECTION 1-4 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Footprint-Type, Bomb-Type PROCEDURE: (1) Upon entering the room, you'll get a message saying that you'll be able to perform a trick on any sleeping Lu-Lu which has a footprint symbol. There's one straight ahead, but make sure you have one full Star Container to perform the trick. Also, make sure that you walk slowly and lightly as you approach it. (2) After stomping on the footprint-type Lu-Lu, make haste to the NW area of the section and jump on the single container. Do another jump trick to get on the second row of containers and collect the Energy Stars that can be found on there. (3) The key to proceed into Section 1-5 is located in the middle of the room. The Bomb-type Lu-Lu will be patrolling this area, make sure that it doesn't notice you as you try to grab the key. (4) Head back to the NW area of the room to unlock the door and proceed to Section 1-5. *************** * SECTION 1-5 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Dash-Type PROCEDURE: (1) Upon entering, you'll see two dash-type Lu-Lus strategically located at the start. You'll find them sleeping, so carefully 'sneak' around them until you get to the crates; go into Trick mode and jump on the crates. (2) After hopping on them, there should be a Lu-Lu approaching. It's a dash-type Lu-Lu. Once you see it's 'search arrow', get in the path so that Lu-Lu will notice you, but get out of the way quickly before it attempts to charge right at you. (3) Before leaving Section 1-5, there is a barrel located at the SE area of the room. Approach the barrel and go into Trick Mode to select it immediately to get in before the dash-type Lu-Lu nearby attempts to charge at you. You'll fall into Section 1-5B, which will be a passageway to Section 1-8 (West). For more details, scroll down on this guide to Section 1-8 to view complete procedures to explore the area. (4) The exit to Section 1-6 is located at the NE area of the room. If the Lu-Lus are asleep, sneak past them to get to the door. If the Lu-Lus aren't, attempt to make a mad dash to the door and exit the section. *************************** * SECTION 1-6 (Save Area) * *************************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: None PROCEDURE: (1) First, collect the Star Jar located in the SW area of this section. To get there, you've got to head to the NW area and then head south to find an 'opening' in the fence to get through. You should be able to get the Star Jar after that. (2) The 'Save Area' is located in the middle of this section; head for that spot to save your current game. (3) Now, head to the east area of the section and enter the open door to proceed into Section 1-7. *************** * SECTION 1-7 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Dash-Type, Swirl-Type PROCEDURE: (1) From the entrance, immediately head south and go into Trick mode once near the crates. Select the crate and jump on it to get the Energy Stars located on top of those crates. After this, you should be in the middle of the room. (2) From there, head north while being very careful not to run into the 'swirl-type' Lu-Lu patrolling that area of the section. (3) Get on the crates on the east end of the room and go south on them to reach the door leading into Section 1-8 (East). *************** * SECTION 1-8 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Dash-Type, Swirl-Type PROCEDURE (If you came from Section 1-5B, you'll be on the WEST SIDE of this section): (1) A Star Jar can be found on this side of the section; you can't miss it. However, make sure to grab it and get out of the area fast, because two dash-type Lu-Lus will appear after a few seconds. The barrel back to Section 1-5B is located on the SW area on this section; use it the same way you used the barrel in Section 1-5A. Of course, use Section 1-5B to backtrack to the ladder which sends you back to the barrel you entered in Section 1-5A. PROCEDURE (If you came from Section 1-7. you'll be on the EAST SIDE of this section): (1) Get on the crate at the beginning on this section and use the C Stick to move the camera and check to see if the coast is clear before attempt to go past the dash-type Lu-Lu patrolling this part. Just as long as the Lu-Lu isn't facing you, you're O.K. (2) After heading south, look to your left using the C Stick to see another dash-type Lu-Lu patrolling the middle area. Wait until it's in a place where your character will not be spotted, then dash to the three crates seen in that same area (be careful not to get spotted by the dash-type Lu-Lu you just passed). When you approach the crates, go into Trick Mode and select the lowest crate so that you can jump onto it. (3) Now look ahead, because there's another key to be picked up... this is your ticket into Section 1-9, but you're going to have to backtrack to Section 1-6 to open the door to that said section. There's a swirl-type Lu-Lu patrolling around the key; make sure to grab it when the time is right. After that, retrace your steps back to Section 1-7, then backtrack to the exit to return to Section 1-6. Then head to the NW area of Section 1-6 to find the door and use the key you just acquired to unlock it and proceed into Section 1-9. *************** * SECTION 1-9 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Dash-Type, Bomb-Type, Footprint-Type PROCEDURE: (1) Upon entering this section; approach the crate, go into Trick Mode and select it to jump onto it. (2) In the middle of the room, there's a dash-type Lu-Lu patrolling the area. Dash past it when it's not facing you all the way north until you see an opening to get in the east area of the section. Head south from that point to get the Heart item to add one more life to your reserve. (3) Backtrack to the middle area, carefully avoiding the patrolling Lu-Lu. Head south again from that point while doing this to get back on the crate and jump to safety. (4) On the crate, use the C Stick and put it in the SW positing to be sure the coast is clear on the south area of the section (because there is a bomb-type Lu-Lu patrolling this part of the area). If the coast IS clear dash west to approach the SW area of the section; (5) When you approach the SW area of the section, the game will give you a clue about doing a Special Trick when the footprint-type Lu-Lus are lined up. The thing is, your character has to be on the Star Mark located nearby on the floor to activate it. When the Lu-Lus are line up, get into Trick Mode, and choose the Lu-Lus to do the Special Trick immediately (this'll cost you two Star Containers). (6) After this, your character will be on the second floor of this section; but it's recommended that you drop back down to the first floor and take the entrance behind the ladder to Section 1-10 (First Floor). **************** * SECTION 1-10 * **************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: None PROCEDURE: * These are only passageways to Section 1-11 (both floors). **************** * SECTION 1-11 * **************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Bomb-Type PROCEDURE: (1) There are levers to be pulled which will adjust the hooks so that your character can get to the other side of this section's second floor. First, upon entering carefully crawl to the east area and hop on the crates until you approach the NE area of the section. Then, go into trick mode and select the lever to reposition the middle hook to the center of the section's second floor. (2) Backtrack carefully to the south area of the section, then crawl to the NW area. However, you're gonna have to go into Trick Mode and select the 'wagon' to crawl under it. (3) Go into Trick Mode again and select the lever there to adjust the remaining hooks to the far right. (4) Select the lever again to get all three hooks to the middle. Now that's your clue in terms of where the hooks need to be so that your character can get across once he/she is on the 2nd floor of this section. (5) Backtrack back to Section 1-9, and climb the ladder to take the entrance back to Section 1-10 (2nd Floor), then go straight to return to this section, but on the second floor. (6) Now stand on the star mark and go into Trick Mode to execute another Special Trick to get you to the other side. This will cost you two Star Containers to pull this off. (7) There is a Save Area after your character gets on the other side of this section's second floor. Save you game, then go to the door to proceed into the final section of this level. *********************** * SECTION 1-12 (Boss) * *********************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Dash-Type PROCEDURE: Here, you're going to have to be brave and use cunning to outsmart the Lu-Lu that's blocking you from exiting the level. There are two ways to defeat it so that you can proceed to the exit. (1) The game gives you a clue in terms of how to outsmart the Lu-Lu trying to run into you. In order for you to get it's attention, get up in front of it and when it detects you, get into an open barrel quickly and go into Trick Mode so you can jump into it. But once you're in the barrel, get out quickly because Lu-Lu is preparing to charge into it. Once it does, get out of the way. The dash-type Lu-Lu slams into the barrel. Deal a total of four hits to it and it's done. (2) If you have 1 full star container, you can do a Special Trick to knock the Lu-Lu out of commission immediately. You'd have to get in front of it first and go into Trick Mode to select it. This'll cost one full Star Container. After the battle, grab the Star Jar it leaves behind. The gate will now be open, so jump down and head north to finish Level 1. ======================================== = 8. WALKTHROUGH: LEVEL 2 (The Museum) = ======================================== As soon as you exit the warehouses, we'll cut to the captured character still flying on top of the severely damaged Lu-Lu. Mickey/Minnie are now exhausted at this point, yet they still are desperate to get off and go home. However, they're amazed to find out that this Lu-Lu can 'talk' and knows what they're saying. What's more, Lu-Lu is desperate to get home too. Lu-Lu explains the story to Mickey/Minnie about how it crash landed on earth, and says that in order for it to get outer space, it'll need to 'call home' since it's not able to fly back up much higher because of damage inflicted by the meteor. Now that the truth has been finally told, Mickey/Minnie are happy to help Lu-Lu out. He/She tells Lu-Lu that there's a place at the Ruins that can help in order for it to call home. Of course, the mystery is still not over. Even though the character you're using doesn't know the whole story yet; he/she still plays a vital part to find a certain clue to put this entire puzzle into place. There's rumor that Lu-Lu may have dropped a mystical item which might be able to aid in the call home, and it is hidden in the museum. Time to head inside the building and get that item. Let's get busy! ==================== = FOREST LOBBY MAP = ==================== After you complete Level 1, you'll enter this section. This is considered to be the 'bridge' between the three levels. The Ruins Entrance section is also included here, but it's currently closed until you find the that 'vital item' by exploring the Museum. You're also able to go back into Level 1, but you'll enter into Section 1-12 where you exited the level after the Lu-Lu battle. Since the Ruins Entrance is closed, as soon as you enter the Forest Lobby, immediately head east and go into the entrance of the Museum to start Level 2. ************************ * To Ruins Entrance /\ * * (entracne to || * * Level 3 || * * currently || * * CLOSED) || * ************************ | | | | | | ----------------------- - - ********************************** - Forest Lobby -======* To Section 2-1 (Museum) -> * - - ********************************** ----------------------- | | | | | | *********************** * To Section 1-12 | * * (Warehouses) V * *********************** =============== = LEVEL 2 MAP = =============== ----------------------- --------------- --------------- - - - - - - - Section 2-7 -===- Section 2-8 -===- Section 2-9 - - - - - - - ----------------------- --------------- --------------- | | ----------------------- --------------- --------------- - - - - - - - Section 2-6 -===- Section 2-5 -===- Section 2-4 - - - - - - - ----------------------- --------------- --------------- | | ----------------------- --------------- --------------- - - - Section 2-2 - - - - Section 2-1 (START) -===- (Save -===- Section 2-3 - - - - Area) - - - ----------------------- --------------- --------------- *************** * SECTION 2-1 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Dash-Type, Footprint-Type, Swirl-Type PROCEDURE: (1) Upon starting the level, you'll enter in the NW area of this section. From that position, head south to the SW area. (2) While watching out for the footprint-type patrolling the SE area of this section, from your position at the SW area, go east. Wait until there's a chance when you'll be able to walk around it safely and enter the door located at the SE area. *************** * SECTION 2-2 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: None PROCEDURE: * This is only a section for the Save Area, located at the SE area of the room. It's recommended to save before entering the next door, located in the east area of the room. *************** * SECTION 2-3 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Dash-Type, Bomb-Type, Footprint-Type PROCEDURE: (1) Head south and carefully proceed through the bottom area while going through 'openings' as necessary to avoid being detected. Grab the Star Jar at one of those openings at the far SE area. (2) From there, use the camera control to ensure that there are no Lu-Lus that will be detecting you. Then, dash to the SE wall and go north to get the Heart item to add an additional life. (3) Do the same camera-check procedure and then find your way to the North Wall. Once you reach the North Wall safely, head east again to take the stairs up to Section 2-4. *************** * SECTION 2-4 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Dash-Type, Stealth Bomber-Type PROCEDURE: (1) Upon entering, immediately head near the jars and hide (make sure the lids are opened; go into Trick Mode and select one of them). (2) Once you're confident that the coast is clear and no Lu-Lus are facing you, jump out of the jar you were in and head for the objects nearby that you can select and jump on top of. From there, survey the rest of the section and you'll find that there's a Star Jar waiting in the west area of the room. Recheck to see if the coast is clear before jumping off and proceeding north to the north wall. In the case that the Lu-Lus notice you when you're at the North Wall, go into Trick Mode and select the 'masks' to hide behind them until the coast is clear in terms of proceeding west to the NW area, then heading south to the west area of the room to grab that Star Jar. (3) Backtrack to the South area of the section; once you are, head west to the SW area of the room and take the door to Section 2-5. *************** * SECTION 2-5 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: None PROCEDURE: * Just head west to take the door to Section 2-6. *************** * SECTION 2-6 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Dash-Type, Stealth Bomber-Type PROCEDURE: (1) Get to the middle area, go into Trick Mode and select the object to hop on top of it. Use camera controls to survey the territory and plot your next moves. (2) Use 'evasive actions' to get past the Lu-Lus here and head to the door located at the NW area and proceed into Section 2-7. *************** * SECTION 2-7 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Dash-Type, Stealth Bomber-Type, Bomb-Type PROCEDURE: (1) Carefully head to the middle of the south area to grab the Heart item waiting for you. Make sure to tip-top around this part, or you'll wake up the Bomb-Type Lu-Lu. (2) Now carefully proceed to the middle area of this section, then crawl past the Bomb-Type Lu-Lu (if it's still asleep) to the east wall. Then go south until you reach the SE area of this section where you'll see a door to proceed into Section 2-8. *************** * SECTION 2-8 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: None PROCEDURE: * Head east to enter the door to Section 2-9. *************** * SECTION 2-9 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Swirl-Type PROCEDURE: * This is it! The mystery item has been revealed! It's a crystal shaped like the Lu-Lu that crash landed on earth. No time to marvel at it now; it's time to find a way to grab it. There are two ways that you're able to get that item: (1) NORMAL PROCEDURE: If you have enough courage, you can proceed to where the swirl-type Lu-Lus are which are supposedly guarding the crystal. Luckily, they all follow a certain path, so when there's an opening to get the crystal safely, nab that opportunity to snatch it and add it to your inventory. (2) SPECIAL TRICK PROCEDURE: If you have at least two full Star Containers, you're able to pull off a Special Trick in this area. However, upon entering this section, you're going to have to head all the way east, then head all the way north until you reach the ladder. Then, climb that ladder and head west until you see a rope. Then go into Trick Mode and select that rope. Mickey/Minnie will then figure out a way to get that item, but from above. Now that you've got the Lu-Lu crystal item in your inventory, it's time to get the heck out of here. Unfortunately, you'd have to backtrack through all those rooms to get back to Section 2-1 and exit... unless... you have two Star Containers in handy! Better save the time, and just backtrack west to Section 2-8. Then once you return to that section, then head west until you see a Star Mark in the middle of the room. Go into Trick Mode and select it... I'll leave the details until later in the guide, but I can tell you this... this will send you all the way back down to... Section 2-2! Once your character has arrived at this section, go to the save title and save the game before heading west back to Section 2-1. Then, hotfoot it (with caution, of course) back to the NW area of the section to finish this level. This part of the case is now closed... but the mystery is not over yet, as you'll find out in the next level's walkthrough. ======================================= = 8. WALKTHROUGH: LEVEL 3 (The Ruins) = ======================================= You'll be back at the Forest Lobby, and the only thing to do now is to head west until you see a pathway going north. Go on that pathway to proceed to the "Ruins Entrance". The area does look like it, but it's a bit small in size... that is until... when Mickey/Minnie proceed further inside, the Lu-Lu crystal item starts to glow and act strangely. The circular tile then starts to come alive which would mean that the ruins itself... are actually underground! This definitely can confirm one thing... the entrance itself to Level 3 has changed from this status... ============================= = FOREST LOBBY MAP (Before) = ============================= ************************ * To Ruins Entrance /\ * * (entracne to || * * Level 3 || * * currently || * * CLOSED) || * ************************ | | | | | | ----------------------- - - ********************************** - Forest Lobby -======* To Section 2-1 (Museum) -> * - - ********************************** ----------------------- | | | | | | *********************** * To Section 1-12 | * * (Warehouses) V * *********************** ...to THIS status!!! ============================= = FOREST LOBBY MAP (After!) = ============================= ************************ * To Ruins Entrance /\ * * (entracne to || * * Level 3 || * * NOW || * * OPEN!) || * ************************ | | | | | | ----------------------- - - ********************************** - Forest Lobby -======* To Section 2-1 (Museum) -> * - - ********************************** ----------------------- | | | | | | *********************** * To Section 1-12 | * * (Warehouses) V * *********************** And because of this, you can now enter. To do so, just step on that same circular tile to head down and start the third and final level. =============== = LEVEL 3 MAP = =============== --------------- - - - Section 3-C - - (Final) - - - --------------- | | | | ----------- --------------- ----------- - - - - - - - Section - - Section - - Section - - 3-3 - - 3-B - - 3-6 - - - - - - - ----------- --------------- ----------- | | | | | | | | | | | | ----------- ----------- --------------- ----------- ----------- - - - - - Section - - - - - - Section -==- Section -==- 3-A -==- Section -==- Section - - 3-2 -==- 3-1 -==- (START) -==- 3-4 -==- 3-5 - - - - - - (Save Area) - - - - - ----------- ----------- --------------- ----------- ----------- Your final missions starts at this point.. The game will let you know that you have to explore this level and find four switches in order to exit the ruins (via the ramp located in Section 3-B) and enter Section 3-C where the final challenge is waiting. A few things to take notice of: * The switches to raise the ramp in Section 3-B can be pressed in any order, however it's recommended to follow the walkthrough itself for this level to find and press the switches in a timely manner. * The Save Area in Section 3-A is located on the west side of the room, just near the entrance to Section 3-1. When you return to this section, make sure to save before proceeding any further to rooms that you haven't explored yet. Now it's time to take care of this level's details... *************************** * SECTION 3-A (Save Area) * *************************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: None PROCEDURE: * This is the 'lobby' to these three rooms: (1) Section 3-B (2) Section 3-1 (3) Section 3-4 * There is a Heart item waiting for you in the NE area of the room; pick it up before proceeding into any other rooms in this level. * An Energy Star is located on the NW area of this room. *************** * SECTION 3-B * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: None PROCEDURE: * Find the four switches hidden in the NUMBERED sections of this level to raise the ramp. Once all of them have been found and pressed, you'll be able to hightail it out of here and into Section 3-C, the final part of this level. * In the event that you need Energy Stars to fill up your Star Container meter, you're able to pick up six stars in the room - three on the west area, and three on the east area. *************** * SECTION 3-1 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Stealth Bomber-Type, Swirl-Type, Hornet-Type PROCEDURE: * This is the 'lobby area' to Sections 3-2 and Section 3-3. Avoid detection by the Lu-Lus and head all the way west to enter the door to proceed to Section 3-2; head to the NW area of the room to enter the door to proceed into Section 3-3. * The exit back to Section 3-A is located in the NE area of this room. * There are some Energy Stars here if you need them to fill up your Star Container meter. *************** * SECTION 3-2 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: None PROCEDURE: Here, your character must step on colored tiles to create 'steps' in the North area of this room to reach the 'switch' to raise the ramp up a level in Section 3-B. The switch itself is located in the NW area of this room. The layout of the tiles on the floor will look like this: ================ = = = Green Tile = = = ================ ================= ================== =============== = = = = = = = Orange Tile = = Reset Steps = = Blue Tile = = = = = = = ================= ================== =============== =============== = = = Red Tile = = = =============== In order to raise the steps so that you can reach the switch, you must step on the color tiles in this order: (1) Red Tile (2) Green Tile (3) Orange Tile (4) Blue Tile After this, go to the stones that were raised making sure to get close to the lowest step of stones that you recently raised. Then go into Trick Mode and choose it. Your character will jump on it. Next, go west as your character hops on those steps until he/she reaches the platform with the switch. Go into Trick Mode again and select the switch to press it down. That's one down, three more to go. Wait up! Before you leave this section, there's also a Star Jar to be picked up in the opposite side of the room. To get it, first you've got to reset the steps. In order to do so, just simply head for the middle tile which will bring the steps all the way back down. Then this time, hit the colored tiles in this order: (1) Blue Tile (2) Orange Tile (3) Green Tile (4) Red Tile Then to the same procedure that you did to reach the platform, but this time, you're heading EAST to grab the Star Jar. * Energy Stars are located in the west area of this room. * The exit back to Section 3-1 is located on the SE area of the room. *************** * SECTION 3-3 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: None PROCEDURE: The switch is located on the North area of this room; you're able to get there in two ways: (1) NORMAL PROCEDURE: Step on the moon tile to briefly 'reveal' a pathway to the other side. While attempting to cross, remember where that pathway was and be careful not to fall off; doing so will cost you a life. (2) SPECIAL TRICK PROCEDURE: There's a clue word here: "bridge". Head all the west and get on it. Then when you get near the edge (not all the way, of course; you don't want to fall off!) go into Trick Mode and select it. This'll require three full Star Containers. Once on the other side, get to that switch, go into Trick Mode and select it to raise the ramp another level. Two down, two to go! * The exit back to Section 3-1 is on the SW area of the room. Your best bet it to cross back to the other side using the bridge. *************** * SECTION 3-4 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Dash-Type, Stealth Bomber-Type, Hornet-Type PROCEDURE: * This is the 'lobby' to Sections 3-5 and 3-6; do same procedure as Section 3-1. Entrance to Section 3-5 is located at the SE area of the room; entrance to Section 3-6 is located at the NE area of the room. * Energy Stars are located at the South area of this room, on top of the blocks. * The exit back to Section 3-A is located on the NW area of the room. *************** * SECTION 3-5 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Hornet-Type, Dash-Type PROCEDURE: (1) Upon entering this section, the game gives you a clue to 'find the statue that does not match the others'. Those statues are in the middle of this room, and they're covering the switch. One way to take care of this: Special Trick Procedure! The statue that does not match is located on the North side of that batch. Once you're there, go into Trick Mode and select it. Your character will have a very 'neat' surprise in terms of clearing the statue batch. This will cost three full Star Containers, by the way. Once the statues are cleared, get to the switch and select it to press it down. Now it's three down, one more to go. (2) But before you leave the room, head for the SE area of this room and select the rope once you reach there. Then climb up to the second floor of this room where you can collect Energy Stars and a Star Jar on the W and NW areas of this floor. The Lu-Lus are also patrolling here, so be very careful. (3) You're able to drop back down to the first floor; look for the openings to get you down there. * The exit back to Section 3-4 is at the SW area of this section. *************** * SECTION 3-6 * *************** TYPE OF LU-LUs INVOLVED: Hornet-Type PROCEDURE: * The game will give you a clue to 'use someone or something to find the switch in this room. The only way to find the switch in this section is by 'sneaking' to the NW area of this section, because the Hornet-Type Lu-Lu is sleeping. Once there, that statue to your left is your clue to finding the switch; do a trick to slide under it and find a secret passageway. Use it to find out that the final swich is located there! Go into Trick Mode, select the switch to get on it to raise the ramp in Section 3-B for the final time. Now you're clear to get out of this place! * Backtrack to the main room and 'sneak' to the middle of the room to grab another Star Jar. * The exit back to Section 3-4 is located at the SE area of this room. Now that all the the switches have been found and pressed... and the ramp has been raised all the way... it's time to dash out of this crazy place. First, you've got to backtrack to Section 3-A, then head north to take the entrance to Section 3-B. Then head all the way north on the ramp to take the door to proceed and run smack dab into... ************************************** * Section 3-C (The Final Challenge!) * ************************************** ...where you'll find Lu-Lu and your friend who you've been frantically searching for in quite a while. However, now the final task awaits, and it involves the Lu-Lu crystal that you found in the museum. Lu-Lu and your friend will tell you that the crystal will help in terms of Lu-Lu calling home, however, they need your help in order to complete the task. And that's where you come in. The final mission is this: there are three 'color' statues to jump on to assist in Lu-Lu's call home. However, you'll have to press them in the correct order that Lu-Lu tells you. The procedure that Lu-Lu will give goes like this: (1) 3 color statue sequence (2) 5 color statue sequence (3) 7 color statue sequence If any time you mess up on any of those three, you'll have to start over at the 3 color statue sequence. To step on the statues go into Trick Mode and select it to jump on it. Once you finish the 7 color statue sequence, it's mission accomplished; and with your help, it's finally called home! I won't spoil the ending, but I can tell you that from this point, this case is finally CLOSED! =============================== = 10. SPECIAL TRICK SURPRISES = =============================== Word of caution: this will definitely spoil the game's secrets, so it isn't recommended to check into this unless you're REALLY curious about what they are. Otherwise, read on. Now for those who are curious about all the "Special Tricks", I'm going to reveal what they are in this game. I'll also give it a title, along with the description, the Star Container requirement and which Level/Section is the target for that Special Trick to be used. SPECIAL TRICK #1: Located at Warehouses, Section 1-1 (1 Star Container) * MICKEY: "Mickey's Backflip" After taunting the Bomb-Type Lu-Lu, Mickey heads toward the wall and does a backflip at the last moment; the Lu-Lu crashes into the wall, and blows up leaving the Star Jar behind. * MINNIE: "Minnie's Wall Climb" Minnie's extremely scared about the Bomb-Type Lu-Lu chasing after her. Once Minnie reaches the wall, she unbelievably runs up the wall; when she does, the Lu-Lu crashes into the wall and blows up. After this Minnie realizes that she's climbed the wall, only to fall off and hit the floor afterwards. SPECIAL TRICK #2: Located at Warehouses, Section 1-9 (2 Star Containers) * MICKEY: "Springboard Maneuver" Mickey uses the footprint Lu-Lus to his advantage to jump on the Lu-Lus headed toward him and makes a super jump from the third one to reach the second floor of this section. * MINNIE: "Close Call!" Minnie's extremely scared of the footprint-type Lu-Lus headed in her direction. After she ducks the first time to avoid the Lu-Lus, the Lu-Lus go the other direction to get after her again. This prompts Minnie to run for her life, but unfortunately trip over. However, we see in slow motion that the Lu-Lus have passed Minnie as she's about to hit the floor. Once Minnie has hit the floor, she has noticed three thuds from the Lu-Lus that tried to capture her. They're now at the ladder; Minnie climbs on top of them to reach the ladder and reach the second floor of this section. SPECIAL TRICK #3: Located at Warehouses, Section 1-11 (2nd Floor) (1 Star Container) * MICKEY: "Mickey's Gymnastic Talent" As the title states, Mickey uses his gymnastic talents to get to the other side of Section 1-11, 2nd floor. * MINNIE: "Minnie's Crazy Crossing" As Minnie figures out how to try and get to the other side, Mickey is there in spirit to encourage her to try it. When she attempts, she unforunatley has her dress caught on to the hooks every time to try and jump to the other side. A very hilarious move, but at least she made it, and that's what matters. SPECIAL TRICK #4: Located at Warehouses, Section 1-12 (Boss) (1 Star Container) * MICKEY: "Barrel Attack!" As this starts, Mickey uses his Energy Stars and taunts the dash-type Lu-Lu, making it really, really mad. Mickey tries to jump kick at it, but to no avail. However, the Enegry Stars also summoned the barrels to form a very strong male-like object. Once this has been done... let's just say that the dash-type Lu-Lu is going to encounter a very painful defeat for messing with Mickey. * MINNIE: "Barrel Rescue!" Minnie is scared and doesn't know what to do to fight back against this dash-type Lu-Lu. However, the Energy Stars that she has help to form a very strong male-like object made from the barrels in the room. Then Mickey appears in spirit and says that he'll help Minnie out of this jam, then give Lu-Lu the very agonizing hit that put it out of commision, permanently. SPECIAL TRICK #5: Located at Museum, Section 2-9 (2 Star Containers) * MICKEY: "Reaching From Above" Mickey attempts to use the rope he found to get the Lu-Lu crystal item from above. Although the rope wasn't long enough; Mickey still had enough arm length to get it. Once it accidentally slips out of Mickey's hand, Mickey still had quick reflexes to get it; thanks heavens, or it would have been more trouble. * MINNIE: "Rope Attempt Gone Bad" When Minnie discovers the rope and thinks of a plan to try and get the Lu-Lu crystal item from above, she gets nervous thinking that the plan wouldn't work in her favor. Mickey appears in spirit again and encourages Minnie to try the plan. Then after tying the rope around herself, she attempts to make the jump to get down to the crystal... but unfortunately, the rope around Minnie wasn't tight enough... and this caused Minnie to slip off and fall. However, she bounces on the swirl type Lu-Lus instead and goes all over the place. With precise timing she grabs the item, and attempts to do a springboard-type jump on a Lu-Lu to get back to the second floor of Section 2-9. The rope attempt did go bad, but at least Minnie got what she came for. SPECIAL TRICK #6: Located at Museum, Section 2-8 (2 Star Containers) * MICKEY: "Dinosaur Neck Grinding!" Mickey does a courageous jump on the dinosaur's neck bone and grinds all the way down back to Section 2-2. * MINNIE: "Dinosaur Helper" As Minnie looks down knowing she's got a long way to go to get back down to the first floor of the museum, the dinosaur... COMES ALIVE?!?!?! But it's actually helpful. As Minnie attempted to run away from it, it actually picks Minnie up from the bottom of her dress and gently lays her all the way down on Section 2-2. Minnie's still stunned that she's met a helpful dinosaur... SPECIAL TRICK #7: Located at Ruins, Section 3-3 (3 Star Containers) * MICKEY: "Bridge Springboarding" Simply stated, Mickey uses the edge of the bridge's first half to get to the other side of Section 3-3. While doing this, he lands on the other side of the bridge, bringing it down. He also nails a few snapshots in the process as well. * MINNIE: "Bridge Springboarding, Crazier Version" As Minnie wonders how she's going to get across, Mickey appears again in spirit scaring the holy heck out of her. As if that's not bad enough, the first half of the bridge begins to slowly go down, then suddenly springs up sending Minnie all over the place... first by hitting the other side of the bridge, bringing it down; then that same part of the bridge springs her up again into one of the statues. Spotlights appear and target where Minnie will come out... on the other side of the room near the switch. Now THAT is scary. SPECIAL TRICK #8: Located at Ruins, Section 3-5 (3 Star Containers) * MICKEY: "Mickey's Dance Party" Mickey's getting down, along with a bunch of other statues. Weird, yet true. * MINNIE: "Minnie's Tap-Dancing Charm" Minnie takes the time to show us her tap-dancing moves along with a statue. Now, in terms of the statue tap dancing, it's very weird. But, it's still not a waste; fans of Minnie will really love how she struts her stuff. ============================ = 11. ONE "EXTRA" SURPRISE = ============================ By completing the game with at least one of the two characters, you'll unlock the "Theater Mode". This can be accessed at the File Select Screen by heading all the way left. When selected, you'll be able to see all the scenes that were done for the game. However, you'd have to play through the game itself and see these sequences at least once during gameplay in order to view it again in this mode. Here's the listing of those sequences: (1) Prolouge: It All Began in Outer Space... (2) Minnie Gets Captured (3) Mickey In Pursuit (4) Mickey's Special Trick 1: "Mickey's Backflip" (5) Mickey's Special Trick 2: "Springboard Maneuver" (6) Mickey's Special Trick 3: "Mickey's Gymnastic Talent" (7) Mickey's Special Trick 4: "Barrel Attack!" (8) Lu-Lu Explains the Story to Minnie (9) Mickey's Special Trick 5: "Reaching from Above" (10) Mickey's Special Tirck 6: "Dinosaur Neck Grinding!" (11) Mickey Finds the Entrance to the Ruins (12) Mickey's Special Trick 7: "Bridge Springboarding" (13) Mickey's Special Trick 8: "Mickey's Dance Party" (14) Mickey Finds Minnie and Lu-Lu (15) Final Scenes (Mickey's Story) (16) Mickey Gets Captured (17) Minnie in Pursuit (18) Minnie's Special Trick 1: "Minnie's Wall Climb" (19) Minnie's Special Trick 2: "Close Call!" (20) Minnie's Special Trick 3: "Minnie's Crazy Crossing" (21) Minnie's Special Trick 4: "Barrel Rescue!" (22) Lu-Lu Explains the Story to Mickey (23) Minnie's Special Trick 5: "Rope Attempt Gone Bad" (24) Minnie's Special Trick 6: "Dinosaur Helper" (25) Minnie Finds the Entrance to the Ruins (26) Minnie's Special Trick 7: "Bridge Springboarding, Crazier Version" (27) Minnie's Special Trick 8: "Minnie's Tap-Dancing Charm" (28) Minnie Finds Mickey and Lu-Lu (29) Final Scenes (Minnie's Story) ============================================== = 12. HOW TO USE THE CORRESPONDING MAP FILES = ============================================== I have included image versions of the "Disney's Hide & Sneak" maps to correspond with this Gameplay FAQ/Walkthrough. Here's how they work: * For the Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 maps: For the room which have any items/Lu-Lus, the indicators tell which ones are included in that room, as well as the amount you'll encounter in that room. For example, if you'll encounter 3 Swirl Type Lu-Lus and 2 Energy Stars in the room you're entering, then the layout is this: (SWIRL-TYPE Lu-Lus) 3 (Energy Stars) 3 * Refer to the Map Key on the Level 1, 2, and 3 maps to identify which 'icons' refer to which Lu-Lus/items you'll encounter. The top side of the Map Key refers the Lu-Lus, and the bottom side refers to available items, except for the "S" icon, which of course, means that there's a "Save Area" in that section. * For the "Forest Lobby Map", the three rooms just simply indicate the 'entrances' to the three levels. The only exception is that in the SW area of the Forest Lobby Map, you'll reenter at the exit of Section 1-12 (The Warehouses). ===================================================== If anybody else has played the game and detects any corrections that need to be made, please do not hesitate to let me know so that I can update this gameplay FAQ as soon as possible. Thanks in advance! This concludes my strategy guide for the "Disney's Hide & Sneak" game; hope you found it helpful so that you'll be able to solve even the most toughest areas and explore everything the game has to offer. And last, but not least, Mickey & Minnie also hope that we'll spend some more time with them, even after the game is done and all is unlocked (thank heavens for that Theater mode)... which is definitely a plus for all of us fans of the two. Until then, we'll see you all later, Disney videogame fans! Merit Celaire out. ============================================= = 13. CREDITS & OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION = ============================================= "Disney's Hide & Sneak" Game: (C) 2003 Disney Interactive/Capcom Co., LTD./Capcom USA, INC. Developed by Capcom CO., LTD. Characters are (C) 2003 Disney. "Disney's Hide & Sneak" Gameplay FAQ written and copyrighted by Merit Celaire (2004). This FAQ may only be seen on the GameFAQs website (http://www.gamefaqs.com), unless I specify otherwise, and may not be placed on any other website without my permission. To contact me: EMAIL: mcelaire@daisysunshine.zzn.com INSTANT MESSAGING: AOL INSTANT MESSENGER: mcelaire MSN MESSENGER: mcelaire@hotmail.com In the event that someone contacts me in relation to any additional material(s) that may need to be added/updated, please don't hesitate to contact me through these methods. If the info is valid, I'll add them on the next update and add you to the acknowledgments list on this FAQ. FAQ completed on 5/30/2004; last updated on 5/31/2004 Corresponding map image files completed on 5/30/2004