Link's Crossbow Training Cheats - Wii
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Wii
Downloadable Link's Crossbow Training Cheats
Hints
Secret Alternative Third Areas
While playing a "Target Shooting" level, keep on the lookout for scarecrows. Once one is found, shoot the torso of the scarecrow 8 times. The head will inflate, allowing you to shoot it for 1000 points. Do this with the two scarecrows in the level (the second one will only appear if the first has already been shot), and instead of taking you to the default third area, the game will bring you to an alternative area, with more gold targets.
Ignore the Zapper
This is a pretty obvious hint, but one worth stating nonetheless. While this game comes with the zapper peripheral, the game is much easier and more manageable by using the Wiimote and nunchuck as they are, without the peripheral. This is especially good to know if you're going for the extremely difficult Platinum Medals on each stage.
Orange Crystals
As you've already mentioned in another hint, there are extra points that can be acquired by breaking pots, barrels, skulls and the like. However, pay close attention as you break these objects, as sometimes Orange Crystals lurk within. These will reward you with extra points, in the range of 200-800 points per crystal.
Correction by Colin Moriarty: If you shoot a jar or other object and a gold coin comes out, shoot the gold coin immediately. They're worth 1,000 points if shot immediately, and as the coin floats down, it becomes worth less and less, until it's worth next-to-nothing.
Scarecrow Points
For a quick 3,000 points on any given level, hit any scarecrow ten consecutive times in the chest. Then, hit him once in the head. If done correctly, you'll net 3,000 points.
Medal Breakdown
Here's a score breakdown for the game. You can earn the medal listed by scoring the appropriate amount of points on any series of stages.
20,000 Points - Bronze Medal
40,000 Points - Silver Medal
60,000 Points - Gold Medal
80,000 Points - Platinum Medal
Shoot Doors
If you want to make some extra points, try shooting the doors on various buildings you encounter. When you do, balloons will appear which can be shot for 100 points a piece.
Platinum Medals
Platinum Medals seem nearly unobtainable in many stages throughout the game. The prime way to build up your points to "platinum levels" is to simply rack up large streaks of hits without missing. Otherwise, you will have considerable difficulty in getting Platinum Medals everywhere.
Tri-Force
Make sure to never miss a target while you're playing through a level. Not only will this build your own point total higher, but if you reach the end of the stage without missing, a 5,000 point Tri-Force will be presented to you.