Beyond Good & Evil

Set on the remote, tranquil planet of Hillys, Beyond Good & Evil follows Jade, an orphan caregiver and freelance reporter living in a lighthouse sanctuary. When the planet comes under continuous attack from the mysterious DomZ alien race, the governing military regime—the Alpha Sections—promises total protection. However, suspicions arise about the true motives of the military forces. Recruited by the underground resistance movement IRIS Network, Jade sets out on a dangerous mission to photograph and expose the dark conspiracy linking the military forces to the alien invaders. Accompanied by her adoptive uncle Pey'j, a skilled wild boar mechanic, and HH, a brave resistance soldier, Jade navigates subterranean facilities, ancient temples, and sprawling oceans. Gameplay offers a rich mix of mechanics: using Jade's camera to document rare fauna for reward credits, collecting evidence to publish underground news reports, engaging in staff-based martial combat, and navigating hazardous waterways on her customizable hovercraft. With its unforgettable soundtrack, charming cast of characters, and timeless story, Beyond Good & Evil remains one of the defining action-adventure titles of its era.

Quick Specifications

• Platform: Nintendo GameCube

• Developer: Ubisoft Montpellier

• Publisher: Ubisoft

• Release Date: November 11, 2003 (North America)

• Genre: Action-Adventure / Stealth / Puzzle

• Players: 1 Player (Single-player)

• ESRB Rating: T (Teen)

Key Features

• Investigative Photography Mechanics: Use Jade's camera to snap photos of evidence to expose government secrets and document indigenous wildlife to earn credits for hovercraft upgrades.

• Diverse and Fluid Gameplay Mix: Seamlessly transition between martial arts melee combat, stealth infiltration, environmental puzzle-solving, and fast-paced hovercraft piloting.

• Compelling Story and World-Building: Explore a rich sci-fi universe filled with memorable characters, emotional narrative arcs, and thought-provoking political themes.

• Companion System: Work alongside AI-controlled companions like Pey'j and HH, utilizing their unique abilities to perform teamwork attacks and solve complex puzzles.

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

What is Jade's primary weapon and tool in Beyond Good & Evil?

Jade's primary melee weapon is her Dai-Jo staff for combat, while her camera serves as her main investigative tool for taking evidence photos and cataloging the wildlife of Hillys.

What role does the hovercraft play in the game?

The hovercraft serves as Jade's main vehicle for traveling across the open waters of Hillys, navigating flooded tunnels, participating in mini-game races, and engaging in naval combat with boss monsters.

Is Beyond Good & Evil considered an open-world game?

While it features open hub areas—such as the oceans and city waterways of Hillys that you can freely explore in your hovercraft—the story progression and dungeon areas follow a structured, linear narrative path.

Are there mini-games and side activities in Beyond Good & Evil?

Yes, players can enjoy several side activities including hovercraft races, air hockey games at the local bar, pearl collection hunts, and photographing every biological species on Hillys to earn rewards from the Science Center.