Unused Audio

This is a sub-page of Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction.

Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction has a bunch of unused Gadgetron Helpdesk audio.

Helpdesk Messages#

The audio banks for the game contains many unused messages for the Gadgetron Helpdesk. Among these are messages for cut power-ups as well as flavor messages that don't teach the player anything useful.

Audio	Transcript	Notes
	"You can see what devices you're carrying by viewing the Devices screen. Press the START button, then select 'Devices' from the pause menu."
	"Plasma Beasts are synthetic organisms that provide additional defense for you and your loved ones. Once discharged, they will lie dormant until an enemy comes in close proximity."	Would have played when first acquiring the Plasma Beasts, similar to messages for other weapons.
	"Confuzzler Gas will confuse your enemies into attacking each other instead of you."	Would have played when first acquiring Confuzzler Gas.
	"Double-tap the R1 button to propel yourself forward using your new Charge Boots!"	Would have played when acquiring the Charge Boots while playing with the third person control scheme. In the final game, only a text pop-up with no voiceover dialogue is used to explain the Charge Boots. The Charge Boots are also used by double-tapping R2 instead of R1.
	"When electrified, you can damage enemies simply by touching them."
	"Cloaking will make you temporarily invisible to enemies. Please note that cloaking is prohibited in locker rooms and slumber parties."
	"When kromed, non-electrical enemies cannot harm you."	The power-up is referred to as "Krome" in the script files.
	"The overdrive power-up allows you to deal massive damage to enemies."
	"The plasma shield puts up a temporary barrier that blocks enemy attacks."
	"Special combat devices can be purchased from your friendly neighborhood Grummel. Be sure to tell them Gadgetron sent you for a discount on Groovitrons!"
	"Very good, customer 91802! You're now approximately 8.379 percent less likely to die in combat."
	"Congratulations, customer 91802! You are now recertified for intergalactic combat. We at Gadgetron appreciate your business, and wish you the best of luck in saving the universe."	Would have played on Kerwan.
	"The Gadgetron Legal Department would like to remind you that stylized violence should only be inflicted on hostile alien life forms and viral marketers."	Would have played on Kerwan.
	"At Gadgetron, a living customer is a paying customer. Let's go over just a few more ways to ensure a longer life."	Would have played on Kerwan.
	"Gadgetron acknowledges that this maneuver breaks the laws of physics and cheerfully invites you to suspend your disbelief."
	"The Gadgetron Legal Department would like to point out that while our products will make you jump higher and run faster, they will not make you more appealing to the opposite sex."
	"The Gadgetron PR Department would like to remind you that discharging gelatonium in the homes of family and friends is considered rude."	Would have played in the gelatonium plant on Cobalia.
	"Very good! At Gadgetron, gravity is your friend."	Would have played while traversing the first gravity ramp in the gelatonium plant on Cobalia.
	"The Gadgetron Legal Department would like to point out that the force of gravity is not a Gadgetron invention. Should gravity ever fail, neither Gadgetron nor its subsidiaries may be held liable."	Would have played while traversing the second gravity ramp in the gelatonium plant on Cobalia
	"To access the Weapons Vendor, press the Action button. Be sure to check back often for new weapons that become available!"	Would have played when the player approaches the weapons vendor on Cobalia.
	"To view your weapons, check out the weapons menu screen! Press the START button to access the menu!"	Would have played on Cobalia.
	"The Groovitron creates auditory stimuli that temporarily mesmerizes your opponents. To throw a Groovitron, hold the Action button, then tap the R1 button to scroll to the Device Quick Select. Once you've selected the Groovitron, press the Fire button to throw it."
	"You can upgrade your weapons using Raritanium. Select the weapons upgrade node, and press the X button to create the upgrade!"	Would presumably have played when accessing a weapon's upgrade tree for the first time. In the final game, the raritanium upgrades are explained by the weapons Grummel instead.
	"You do not have the proper equipment to use this launch pad."	Would presumably have played on Kortog when standing on a gelatonium launch pad before acquiring the Robo-Wings. In the final game, all launch pads are hidden before the Robo-Wings are acquired.
	"Gadgetron has detected unknown robotic aviation hardware. Stand on the launch pad, and press the Action button to activate your aviation device."	Would have played after acquiring the Robo-Wings on Kortog.
	"Tilt the controller to fly using your Robo-Wings. Tilt forward to dive and back to swoop upwards. You can also fly straight by holding the controller level."	Would have played when the player first takes flight with the Robo-Wings. In the final game, a text pop-up with no voiceover is used to explain the Robo-Wing controls.
	"To gain altitude, flap your wings by pressing the jump button!"	Would presumably have played while the player is flying with the Robo-Wings. In the final game, flapping the Robo-Wings is explained in the text pop-up that appears when you first use the Robo-Wings.
	"Use the left stick to fly using your Robo-Wings. Press the stick forward to dive and back to swoop upwards."	Would have played when the player first takes flight with the Robo-Wings with tilt controls disabled.
	"To swim faster, engage your Hydro-Pack by holding down the R1 button."	Would have played in the Hall of Knowledge on Kortog. In the final game, a text pop-up with no voiceover is used to explain the Hydro-Pack. Presumably cut as it would have overlapped the Tachyon Robot voiceover in the area.
	"To dive underwater, press the Square button. While swimming, you can return to the surface by pressing the X button, or dive further by pressing the Square button."	Would have played in the Hall of Knowledge on Kortog. In the final game, a text pop-up with no voiceover is used to explain swimming controls. Presumably cut as it would have overlapped the Tachyon Robot voiceover in the area.
	"To steer during freefall, simply tilt your controller in the desired direction."	Would have played when freefalling. In the final game, a text pop-up with no voiceover is used to explain the freefall controlls.
	"Use the left stick to steer while freefalling!"	Would have played when freefalling with tilt controls disabled. In the final game, a text pop-up with no voiceover is used to explain the freefall controls.
	"Gadgetron encourages you to broaden your horizons by scouring the remains of your shattered civilization."	Would presumably have played on Fastoon.
	"You've discovered a Lombax Flight Component. Commence feeling good about yourself!"	Would have played on Fastoon after collecting the first Lombax Flight Component.
	"Only three components left. You are on fire today!"	Would have played on Fastoon after collecting three Lombax Flight Components.
	"Your Lombax space craft needs only one more part!"	Would have played on Fastoon after collecting five Lombax Flight Components.
	"To use the teleporter cannon, stand on the pad and press the Action button."	Would have played on the Nundac Asteroid Ring after being near the first teleporter cannon for a while without using it.
	"You must first purchase a Gyro-cycle before using this launcher. You can find one for sale in this spaceport."	Would have played when approaching the Gyro-cycle launcher on Rykan V before purchasing the Gyro-cycle.
	"You can steer the Gyro-cycle by tilting your controller in the desired direction. To stop rolling, simply hold the controller level."	Would have played when entering the lava refineries on Rykan V with the Gyro-cycle with tilt controls enabled. In the final game, the Gyro-cycle does not use tilt controls.
	"You can steer the Gyro-cycle using the left stick. Let go of the stick to stop rolling."	Would have played when entering the lava refineries on Rykan V with the Gyro-cycle. In the final game, a text pop-up with no voiceover is used to explain the Gyro-cycle controls. Was presumably cut as it would overlap a Tachyon Robot voiceover in the same area.
	"Insomniac Games has worked hard to create the majestic fantasy world you see before you. Shame on you for trying to break it."
	"To switch out of your Holo-Pirate Disguise, select a new item from your quick select or press the Square button."
	"Weapons carrying an electrical charge are ineffective against electrified enemies. Try using a different weapon."	In-game, the message explaining electrical enemies' immunity to electrical attacks is spoken by Clank.
	"Initiating a speed burst can help you avoid certain obstacles."
	"Now would be a great time to mention our optional Gadgetron insurance package. The affordable way to protect yourself from innocent bystanders!"	Would have played on Rykan V.
	"Hold down the X button to give your Gyro-cycle a burst of speed."	Would have played while using the Gyro-cycle in the lava refineries on Rykan V.
	"Roll into a Gyro Launcher to get cannonballed into the air."	Would have played when approaching a Gyro Launcher in the lava refineries on Rykan V.
	"Use the left stick to pilot your Lombax Starship. To fire your primary weapon, press the Circle button."
	"Shooting space debris is a great way to earn gold bolts and raritanium."
	"Gadgetron's Legal Department would like to point out that killing cute little penguins is frowned upon in most social circles. Please seek immediate help."
	"Fusion Grenades can effectively neutralize almost any attacker. Once equipped, press the Fire button to throw one."
	"The Tornado Launcher's multi-stream suction discs simulate real world cyclones. Once equipped, simply press the Fire button, then steer the tornado by tilting the controller."	A different message is used to explain the Tornado Launcher in-game.
	"Originally designed for trillium ore splitting, Razor Claws allow you to slash your agressors in style. Once equipped, press the Fire button to start cutting!"
	"These Gadgetron-engineered Nano-Swarmers have stingers packed with pyrocidic nitro-cells. Once equipped, press the Fire button to release a nano hive."
	"The Negotiator is designed to take out multiple enemies at long distances. To fire a rocket, simply equip the launcher, then press the Fire button."
	"With the new Pyro Blaster, char-broiling your enemies has never been more fun. Once equipped, press and hold the Fire button to release a stream of piping hot pain!"
	"The Mag-Net Launcher uses polarized raritanium to create a deadly, electromagnetic mesh. Once equipped, press the Fire button to cast one over an enemy!"
	"Congratulations, customer 91802! You've acquired the RYNO IV, the pride and joy of the Gadgetron bio-weapons division. Once equipped, press and hold the Fire button to vaporize multiple enemies!"
	"The Shard Reaper shoots a cluster of deadly spikes at an astounding eight-hundred cubits per second. Once equipped, simply press the Fire button!"
	"Tired of enemies hogging up all the health? Try using the Leech Bomb, Gadgetron's newest in health transferral technology! Once equipped, press the fire button to absorb the health of nearby enemies!"
	"Congratulations on your purchase of Mr. Zurkon! Once equipped, this humble and eloquent synthenoid can be summoned by pressing the Fire button."
	"The Transmorpher temporarily turns menacing foes into harmless, lovable penguins. Once equipped, press the Fire button to try out this marvelous invention!"	Used in the demo.
	"The Visi-Copter is Gadgetron's newest remote-controlled assault device. Equip the copter, then press the Fire button to throw it!"
	"You can pilot your Visi-Copter by tilting your controller in the desired direction. Press the Circle button to fire a fusion rocket. Press the X button to ascend, the Square button to descend, and the Triangle button to self-destruct."	Would have played when first deploying a Visi-Copter if tilt controls are enabled. In-game, a text pop-up with no voiceover is used instead.
	"You can pilot your Visi-Copter using the left stick. Press the Circle button to fire a fusion rocket. Press the X button to ascend, the Square button to descend, and the Triangle button to self-destruct."	Would have played when first deploying a Visi-Copter if tilt controls are disabled. In-game, a text pop-up with no voiceover is used instead.
	"Death Springs are coiled thermite grenades that spring towards enemies with deadly results. Once equipped, press the Fire button to release a spring cluster."
	"Buzz Blades will ricochet off any hard surface, mercilessly killing anyone in their path. Once equipped, simply press and hold the Fire button!"
	"Nanotech at maximum level."
	"Your Razor Claws will deal more damage as you lacerate enemies in succession."
	"Press the Action button to interrupt these messages! You can disable help messages in the options menu."	The final game doesn't let the player interrupt help messages, unlike previous entries in the series.
	"To view your current missions, select the missions menu from the pause screen!"
	"The Groovitron creates an auditory stimulus that temporarily mesmerizes your opponents. To throw a Groovitron, select the device from your quick select menu, then press the Fire button to throw it!"	Plays in the demo after the first grindrail section.
	"Congratulations! You have defeated Emperor Tachyon. At this point, you can time warp back to just before you finished the game, or you can enter challenge mode. In challenge mode, you start a new game against tougher enemies but all of your experience, weapons, armor, and money from the current game carry over. There are other surprises as well!"
	"Press the Triangle button to use the turret. To fire, press the Circle button."
	"You have just been particalized! This amazing power-up temporarily increases your speed."
	"You have just been particalized! This amazing power-up temporarily increases your speed, while allowing enemy attacks to phase right through you."
	"Your Swingshot will only auto equip if used while over a gap. To equip your Swingshot manually, simply select it from the quick select menu."
	"To hack the lock, use the left analog stick to slide the bridge connector across circuit gaps. The lock will open when the energy spark completes its circuit path. If the spark hits an open gap, the lock will reset."	Would have played at the start of the first Decryptor puzzle if tilt controls are disabled. In-game, only a text pop-up with no voiceover is used if tilt controls are disabled, while a fully voiced message is played if tilt controls are enabled.
	"Use the left stick to pilot your Lombax Starship. To fire your primary weapon, press the R1 or Circle button."
	"Use the left stick to pilot your Lombax Starship. To fire your primary weapon, press the R1 button. Use the right stick to move your targetting reticule."
	"Your Predator Launcher will only fire when enemies are nearby."
	"You must press and hold the Fire button in order to lock on to enemies with the Predator Launcher."
	"To enter aim mode, press and hold the look button. You can then aim using the left or right stick."	In the final game, the player can move in aim mode with the left stick.
	"To center the camera, tap the L1 button."	The ability to center the camera was removed in the final game.
	"To fire your secondary weapon, press and hold the L1 button, then move the cursor over multiple targets. Release the L1 button to launch the attack."	A different message is used to explain the missile attack in-game.
	"Congratulations! You've upgraded to the Lightning Ravager. Your weapon has been modified with a quantum energy conductor that sends electricity leaping from enemy to enemy."	A slightly different message is played in-game when the player upgrades to the Lightning Ravager.
	"Congratulations! You've upgraded to Shredder Claws. A Floomis shockwave synthesizer has been added to your weapon. Good for you, bad for anyone brainless enough to come within striking distance."	A slightly different message is played in-game when the player upgrades to the Shredder Claws.