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Meet The Warriors

The Warriors keep each other in check and watch each other's back, always making sure no other outfit tries to get up on their turf. According to some of the other gangs they've earned themselves "a pretty heavy rep" down in Brooklyn. Every member of this set displays their colors with pride, refusing to part with their vest even if it means getting their head split- which, for a Warrior, is rare. The Warriors understand the streets. Each member deals out serious damage in a rumble or avoids getting wrecked in his own way. Although there is a clear structure to the gang, they always stick together and every member matters to this Coney crew. In the fight to get to the top and the race to make it back to the Big C.I., The Warriors learn who they can rely on in difficult situations.

As retro game addicts know, the depth of game play in a classic coin-op "brawler" leaves something to be desired. Restricted by limited animations, early video game attempts at street survival featured narrowly defined stories and over-simplified characters. The basic environments were filled with elements borrowed from the set of the latest Chuck Norris movie and left little to explore. In the case of most 8-bit "brawlers", mastering the game consisted of landing a few perfectly timed punches to take out some random thugs or a stage boss. Was it repetitive? Yes. Was it fun? Yes. The kind of fun we haven't had in years. Think back at how many quarters were lost in 1989 to "Crime Fighters" battling the impossible chain-wielding, leather-clad punk with the extreme red and yellow mohawk.

Providing players with all the fun of an old-school addictive brawler on a next-gen system demands a dynamic, tense and cinematic environment. Throwing a cult-classic license in the mix begs for an accurate, familiar and immersive playing experience. To convincingly place The Warriors into a virtual world, the Rockstar Toronto team had to ensure each character kept their own distinctive fighting style and attitude.

Here's the lowdown on each Warrior's style and the skills they bring to the NYC streets.

Arguably the heaviest brawler in The Warriors, Ajax is a trash talking pugilist with a sparkplug temper. He proudly wears his cocky attitude on his sleeve like a badge of honor and is more than happy to be an instigator. He will always respond fists first, never holding back or restraining himself. Ajax also has a weakness for women, although he often has trouble expressing himself the way a gentleman ought to. Ajax talks a big game and is quick to provide a snide remark to friends and foes alike; but in an all out brawl the rest of the Warriors are glad he's on their side.

CLEON

As Warlord, Cleon is the leader who must remain rock solid at all times. His seriousness adds balance to the blend of personalities in the gang. Known for his leopard-print head dress and lethal elbows, Cleon is always prepared to stand his ground - even if it means getting wasted by a group of overanxious Riffs hell-bent on revenge. Raised on the streets of Coney, he doesn't show much emotion, but his quickness never leaves much time to second guess his next decision. Cleon is determined to make a name for the Warriors by proving to every other gang in the city that they are the heaviest set around. From his humble beginnings to his untimely end, Cleon stays true to himself, his home and his crew.

COCHISE

A fighter dripping with natural style, Cochise displays a fluidity in his fighting that is rivaled by none and feared by all. Raised up in Harlem - The Boppers territory - his family moved down to Coney Island where he sought out The Warriors and proved to them he would be a valuable addition to their set. Cochise understands that The Warriors need to stick together if they want to survive and it's this level headedness that has gained him the respect and trust of his fellow Warriors.

COWBOY

Acting as a rock-solid supporting player, Cowboy is a trustworthy soldier who would back up any of his brothers in a brawl. His lack of charisma is made up for in reliability and determination. Not to be underestimated, Cowboy can get real heavy given the right set of tools, and he's very capable of dishing out a serious beating to almost anyone he squares off with. He was brought into the Warriors along with Swan when Cleon invited the two of them to join up and has been sporting the vest and cracking heads ever since.

THE FOX

A walking encyclopedia of street knowledge, Fox was orphaned at a young age and was forced to fend for himself and survive out on the streets. He knows NYC like the back of his hand - from the back alleys of Chinatown to the less than friendly hideaways of East Harlem. Fox is very level headed and his ego never gets the best of him. Initially, some of The Warriors were hesitant about Fox's brawling skills, but these concerns were quickly put to rest during his initiation. Fox's keen eye and cool head help balance out the Warriors' ultra heavy set.

REMBRANDT

The youngest of the gang, Rembrandt, is a writer that tries to put up Warriors tags wherever he can. When marching on enemy turf, Rembrandt snuffs out every piece of other gang graffiti he sees with a quick and simple red "W". Snuffing a rival gang's tag with a throw up takes guts. It is an extreme form of disrespect. From The Big C.I. to the Upper West Side the Warriors mark is well-known. Not being limited to throw-ups, Rembrandt's reputation as a true writer precedes him - he is highly respected for tagging buildings and trains, and he's got a special burner he lays down for the Warriors.

Although Rembrandt is a little soft around the edges, don't confuse his slight stature for weakness; the Warriors would never roll with someone they considered to be a liability. Rembrandt isn't afraid to get into the thick of it and bust some heads by using spraying spray paint in the face of an enemy. Although he is cautious, he still gets wrecked from time to time. The important thing is that Rembrandt keeps getting up. All the Warriors know that this kid earned his vest, and from rumble to rumble, Rembrandt continues to prove that he can stand up with the best of them.

SNOWBALL

A good fighter with plenty of moves, Snow can handle both the Punks and the Furies. Quiet, calm and rational, he can hang tough in any fight. His massive strength is matched by his loyalty to the gang - he doesn't want to see anyone get wrecked. A trusted member of the Warriors, Snow accompanies the delegates to the meeting with Cyrus because he is the Warriors heavy muscle, tested and proven many times before. A skilled fighter, Snow employs combos and power moves with a punishing effect and can be trusted to take on any number of opponents, dealing them off with lethal efficiency.

SWAN

Swan is Cleon's second in command, making him the acting War Chief during the long walk home. Hard and focused, Swan is a man of few words who chooses to express himself through fist clenching moments of awkward silence. When he does speak, it's immediately understood why he is Cleon's worthy successor as leader of the Warriors. He is well built and relies on an equal balance of raw strength, level headedness and technique. When the Punks ambush the Warriors in Union Square, Swan makes sure to throw the last guy through the bathroom stall door, leaving the Punk head first in the toilet.

A mix between kung-fu and refined street brawling, Swan commands instant respect; you'd never find him lipping off or getting too hot-headed when the heat is on. Using his instinct, he leads the Warriors back to Coney Island, constantly negotiating the finer details of a well thought through plan. Wanted by the Rogues and hunted by the Riffs, Swan does everything he can to get the Warriors back to Coney without getting wasted.

VERMIN

Vermin is a true soldier. He's been with The Warriors from day one and always has their best interests in mind. Vermin can brawl and has a unique way of combining chaos and order in his fighting style. With some of the most devastating attacks of any of the Warriors, Vermin is a force to be reckoned with. Although he can be a bit of a pessimist, Vermin's most compelling characteristic is the ability to put a smile on the face of his fellow Warriors.

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PS2 Cheats

This is the complete list of cheats for the PS2. Thanks to Zach for posting them! They have all been checked and work. Check out the game forum for more hints and tips.

God Mode..........UP, Triangle, L3, Select, X, L2
Give Player All Items..........R1, R2, L1, X, Down, L1
Give Knife..........Down, Down, Select, Up, Up, L3
Give Unbreakable Bat..........L3, L3, Circle, Up, Circle, Select
Give Bat..........Square, R2, Down, Down, L1, L1
Give Molotov Cocktail..........Right, Select, Circle, Left, Circle, Square
Give Machete..........L1, X, R1, R1, Select, R2
Give Pipe..........R2, Circle, Select, Up, L1, Right
Unlock Brass Knuckles..........Circle, Circle, Circle, L1, Select, Triangle
Unlock Steel-toe Boots..........R3, R2, R1, L3, L2, L1
Unlock Cuff Key Drops..........Left, X, X, R2, L1, Down
Unlock Cuff Drops..........Up, X, Up, Select, L3, L1
Uncuff Self..........Triangle, Triangle, Triangle, Select, Triangle, R1
Flash Capacity Upgrade..........L2, X, R2, L1, L1, Circle
Flash Upgrade..........Down, Left, Up, Up, Square, Right
Combat Stamina Upgrade..........X, L1, Down, Square, Up, X
Sprint Stamina Upgrade..........L2, Select, Select, Select, Select, Triangle
Hobo Advice Upgrade..........Circle, Circle, Down, R2, L2, Circle
Hobo Allies Upgrade..........R1, R1, L1, R1, L1, Up
All Weapons Dealers On the Map..........Right, R1, Circle, X, Select, Square
Finish Current Level..........Down, Square, X, Select, R1, Left
100% in game..........L1, Select, Square, Down, L2, Right
Turn off Map..........Select, Square, Left, Square, R3, R2
99 Credits for Armies of the Night..........Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right
Unlimited Sprint..........Down, Square, Left, X, L1, Select
Unlimited Rage..........Square, Circle, Triangle, Select, X, Left
Clear Police Wanted Level..........Up, Select, X, Triangle, Triangle, Circle

XBOX Cheats

This is the complete list of cheats for the XBOX. Check out the game forum for more hints and tips.

God Mode..........R, Back, X, Down, L, Right
Give Player All Items.........Black, Click Left Thumbstick, R, A, Down, R
Give Knife..........Down, Down, Back, Up, Up, White
Give Unbreakable Bat..........White, White, B, Up, B, Back
Give Bat..........X, Click Left Thumbstick, Down, Down, R, R
Give Molotov Cocktail..........Right, Back, B, Left, B, X
Give Machete..........R, A, Black, Black, Back, Click Left Thumbstick
Give Pipe..........Click Left Thumbstick, B, Back, Up, R, Right
Unlock Brass Knuckles..........B, B, B, R, Back, Y
Unlock Steel-toe Boots..........Click Right Thumbstick, Click Left Thumbstick, Black, White, L, R
Unlock Cuff Key Drops..........Left, A, A, Click Left Thumbstick, R, Down
Unlock Cuff Drops..........Up, A, Up, Back, White, R
Uncuff Self..........Y, Y, Y, Back, Y, Black
Flash Capacity Upgrade..........L, A, Click Left Thumbstick, R, R, B
Flash Upgrade..........Down, Left, Up, Up, X, Right
Combat Stamina Upgrade..........A, R, Down, X, Up, A
Sprint Stamina Upgrade..........L, Back, Back, Back, Back, Y
Hobo Advice Upgrade..........B, B, Down, Click Left Thumbstick, L, B
Hobo Allies Upgrade..........Black, Black, R, Black, R, Up
All Weapons Dealers On the Map..........Right, Black, B, A, Back, X
Finish Current Level..........Down, X, A, Back, Black, Left
100% in game..........R, Back, X, Down, L, Right
Turn off Map..........Back, X, Left, X, White, Click Left Thumbstick
99 Credits for Armies of the Night..........Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right
Unlimited Sprint..........Down, X, Left, A, R, Back
Unlimited Rage..........X, B, Y, Back, A, Left
Clear Police Wanted Level..........Up, Back, A, Y, Y, B