All of the dialogue in build 3944 is voiced by a placeholder actor. In addition to this, there's some voiced lines which have no equivalent in retail builds. Some of the dialogue was adjusted slightly before final recording.
Amazon
Antarctica
Optimus Prime
3944
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Retail
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We've detected a concentration of Mini-Con signals some distance from here. We'll get a better picture of the situation as you move forward.
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That smoke. Something's not right. Head over there and investigate further - but be careful, there are Decepticlone patrols in the area. Keep your head down, and keep moving.
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This aircraft was shot down by the enemy. Sensors indicate a nearby research center. The humans must have discovered Mini-Con stasis panels and were transporting them when the aricraft was hit. Your next objective is that research center.
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This area is turning into a flashpoint. The enemy have taken control of the research center, and are seizing Mini-Cons. Get in there, and neutralize the threat.
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There is some additional dialogue associated with Optimus Prime. This includes variations of used dialogue and a transmission.
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Sensors detect a human research center, surrounded by multiple Mini-Con signals. The humans must have discovered the Mini-Con stasis panels, and were probably in the process of transporting them when the plane was shot down. Find that research center.
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This area is turning into a flashpoint. The enemy are raiding that human research center for the Mini-Cons. Get in there, and neutralize the threat.
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This area is turning into a flashpoint. The enemy is raiding the research center for the Mini-Cons. Enter the area now, and stop them.
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OPTIMUS PRIME
We’ve intercepted a transmission from the enemy. Relay begun. Stand by.
STARSCREAM
...When will those stupid Autobots learn to scan an alternate mode without wheels?
MEGATRON
You’re an idiot, Starscream. Your air superiority means nothing here. The Mini-Cons are not hidden in clouds.
STARSCREAM
Megatron, if you had allowed me to lead the attack against the Autobots instead of sending your useless Decepticlone army, victory would have been ours.
MEGATRON
Unlike you, Decepticlones obey commands.
STARSCREAM
My undying allegiance is to you, oh mighty Megatron.
MEGATRON
We shall see.
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Red Alert
3944
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Retail
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Sir, I'm detecting a cluster of Mini-Con signals ahead of your location. We'll get a better analysis of the situation as you move forward.
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Commander, that smoke is highly irregular. Recommend you investigate, but be careful - there are Decepticlone patrols throughout the area. Evasive maneuvers might be your best option.
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Commander, analysis of the wreckage indicates enemy activity. I have scanned and located a human research center nearby. The humans must have discovered Mini-Con stasis panels and were transporting them, when the aircraft was intercepted. Proceed to that research center.
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Retails says "[...] when their aircraft was intercepted."
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This area is turning into a flashpoint. The enemy have taken control of the research center and have begun Mini-Con acquisition. I am reading multiple signals. Sir, you must neutralize the threat.
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Retail says "[...] and are beginning Mini-Con acquisition."
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Deep Amazon
Optimus Prime
3944
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Retail
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We know Cyclonus is in the area, but we can't get an exact lock on him. He may be using the large temple ahead of you as a field HQ. Proceed with caution.
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We've picked up a residual trace of Cyclonus. He's inside the temple. Intercept him before he escapes. |
Retail says, "We've picked up a residual energon trace on Cyclonus."
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You should have visual confirmation of Cyclonus by now. Perform a thorough scan of the temple interior. There must be a hidden escape route.
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There is some additional dialogue.
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We've got a residual trace on Cyclonus. He's entered the temple, but the signal is too weak for us to get his exact coordinates. Enter the temple and find him before he escapes.
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Cyclonus has just emerged at the top of the temple. He must have escaped somehow. Look around, there has to be a shortcut or secret exit. If he can use it, so can you.
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Red Alert
3944
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Retail
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Commander, we know Cyclonus is in the area, but I can't get an exact lock on him. Predictive analysis suggests that he is in proximity of the large temple ahead of you. Recommend you proceed with caution.
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Commander, I have a residual trace on Cyclonus. He's inside the temple. Intercept him before he escapes. |
Retail says, "Commander, I have a residual energon trace on Cyclonus." and drops the contraction for "He's" in the following sentence.
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Sir, you should have visual confirmation of Cyclonus by now. Recommend you perform a thorough scan of the temple geometry. There must be a hidden escape route.
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Mid-Atlantic
Optimus Prime
3944
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Retail
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The Decepticons are using that warship to deploy their forces within operational dropship range of the Mini-Con sights. If we can knock it out, it will be a serious blow to their invasion strategy. Your objective is to board the vessel, and disable it.
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This Mini-Con provides you the ability to glide over long distances. This will be ideal for exploring areas which are otherwise inaccessible. Looks like the Decepticons aren't the only ones who can fly, now.
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Glide to the warship from here. Access the hangar bay via the hydraulic elevators located on the flight deck. Once you are below deck, proceed through the warship through the bridge. When the bridge is secure, begin sabotage procedure.
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We have established a remote connection to the warship navigation systems and analyzed the data. Its final destination is Alaska. That must be where Megatron has his base. Continue to the bridge and disable this vessel.
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Take cover, it's Tidal Wave! You have got to destroy him. His body is heavily armoured, but his head is vulnerable. his height will make it difficult to attack. Try to maneuver into optimal weapon range.
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An additional voice line is present, which is a variation of Tidal Wave's in-engine intro cutscene.
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It's Tidal Wave! His body is heavily armoured, but his head is vulnerable. His height makes it difficult to attack him. Maneuver into optimal weapon range.
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Red Alert
3944
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Retail
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Commander, the Decepticons are using that warship to deploy their forces within operational dropship range of the Mini-Con sights. If we can knock it out, it will be a serious blow to their invasion strategy. Our objective is to board that vessel and disable it.
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Commander, this Mini-Con provides you with the ability to glide over long distances. This will be ideal for exploring areas which are otherwise inaccessible. Recommend you study its operational parameters before proceeding.
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Retail cuts "Commander," from the beginning of the sentence.
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Sir, you can glide to the warship from here. Access the hangar bay via the hydraulic elevators located on the flight deck. Once below deck, recommend you proceed through the warship to the bridge. When the bridge is secure, begin sabotage procedure.
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Retail says "Sir, from here, you can glide to the warship."
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I have established a remote connection to the warship's navigation systems and analyzed the data. Its final destination is Alaska. That must be the location of Megatron's base. Continue to the bridge and disable this vessel.
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Retail adds a "Sir," to the beginning of the sentence.
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Sir, it's Tidal Wave. Recommend you take immediate cover. You have got to destroy him. Density scans reveal his body is heavily armoured, but his head is vulnerable. His height will make it difficult to attack him. Suggest you maneuver into optimal weapon range.
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Alaska
Optimus Prime
3944
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Retail
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Our sensors detect a strong energon signal at the summit of that mountain. We believe it is the Decepticon base. Megatron has used the rough terrain to his advantage. Head for that lake, we'll update you further when we can. Roll out. |
Retail says "Transform and roll out!"
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Waypoint reached. Stay alert, the terrain in this area is perfect for an enemy ambush. Keep moving towards that canyon.
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Waypoint reached. The enemy are using these canyons as transport corridors to link their defense perimeter to the base. Follow the canyon, but watch for switchbacks in ravines.
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You must reach the summit. The cliff is too sheer to climb, but you may be able to find a way up the inside of the mountain. You'll have to blast your way through. Good luck. |
Retail cuts "Good luck." from the end of the dialogue.
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You should have a visual on the enemy base by now. Hm. Keep moving towards the summit, it's got to be there. Proceed with caution, a fall from this height could void your warranty.
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There is additional dialogue detailing events and objectives which do not appear in the finished product. There is also a variation of the cliff dialogue.
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Watch your footing! A fall from this height could send you into stasis lock. Keep yourself close to the mountain wall, and follow the cliff to the summit.
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We should be getting visual confirmation of the enemy base from your position. The Decepticons have been feeding us false data, it's a trap!
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Crystalized energon... And it's stable as well. Amazing. There must be enough here to power an entire army. And if there's even more on Earth, we could use it to revitalize Cybertron. But if the Decepticons claim it, they could rage absolute war across the galaxy. First the Mini-Cons, and now this. Looks like we might be on Earth for a little bit longer.
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Red Alert
3944
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Retail
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Commander, our sensors detect a strong energon signal at the summit of that mountain. I believe it is the Decepticon base. Megatron has used the rough terrain to his advantage. Head for that lake, I'll update you with further information when I can.
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Waypoint reached, Commander. Stay alert, the terrain in this area is perfect for an enemy ambush. Keep moving towards that canyon.
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Waypoint reached, Commander. The enemy are using these canyons as transport corridors to link their defense perimeter to the base. Follow the canyon, but watch for switchbacks in ravines. |
Retail says, "The enemy is using these canyons[...]"
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Commander, you must reach the summit. The cliff is too sheer to climb, but you may be able to find a way up the inside of the mountain. You'll have to blast your way through.
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Sir, watch your footing! A fall from this height could send you into stasis lock. You should have visual confirmation of the enemy base from your position. Strange. Keep moving towards the summit, it's got to be there.
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Starship
Upon entering the crashed portion of the Starship, each of the three playable Autobots verbally respond to HQ.
3944
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Retail
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OPTIMUS PRIME
Yeah, I'm okay.
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Retail changes this dialogue to say, "All systems operational."
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RED ALERT
Systems nominal.
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HOT SHOT
Yup.
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Optimus Prime
3944
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Retail
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The structural integrity of the ship is at critical. Location and condition of Starscream: unknown. Begin a systematic search of ship. Find Starscream, and take him out.
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Autobot, report! Do you copy?! Repeat, do you copy?!
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Roger that. The nose of the ship seems to be buried in the ice. The bridge has been completely destroyed. You're lucky to be alive. We've scanned for an exit, a cargo hatch has blown off further up the hull. You'll have to climb your way back up through the ship to locate it. The blast doors and elevators are still operational, you'll need to use them in your ascent. Scan carefully, and look for a safe path up. We're running a region scan now to locate Starscream.
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The exit is just ahead. Get out there and find Starscream. I'll interrogate him when you're done.
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Roger that. The nose of the ship seems to be buried in the ice. The bridge has been completely destroyed. You're lucky to be alive. There's an open cargo hatch just ahead. Get out there and find Starscream. I'll interrogate him when you're done.
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Is this even used? Shows up in retail too.
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These doors are magnetically sealed. You'll have to open them manually. Look around, there might be an unlocking device somewhere nearby.
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OPTIMUS PRIME
Autobot, report! Do you copy?! Repeat, do you copy?!
RED ALERT
Systems nominal.
OPTIMUS PRIME
Roger that. The nose of the ship seems to be buried in the ice. The bridge has been completely destroyed. You're lucky to be alive. We've scanned for an exit, a cargo hatch has blown off further up the hull. You'll have to climb your way back up through the ship to locate it. The blast doors and elevators are still operational, you'll need to use them in your ascent. Scan carefully, and look for a safe path up. We're running a region scan now to locate Starscream.
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Red Alert
3944
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Retail
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Commander, the structural integrity of the ship is at critical. Location and condition of Starscream: unknown. Recommend you begin a systematic search of ship. Find Starscream, and neutralize him.
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Commander, report. Do you copy? Repeat, do you copy?
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Roger that. The nose of the ship seems to be buried in the ice. The bridge has been completely destroyed. You're lucky to be alive. I've scanned for an exit, a cargo hatch has blown off further up the hull. You'll have to climb your way back up through the ship to locate it. The blast doors and elevators are still operational, you'll need to use them in your ascent. Scan carefully, and look for a safe path up. I'm running a region scan now to locate Starscream.
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Commander, the exit is just ahead. I have a lock on Starscream, he is still in the area.
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Red Alert has some unused dialogue associated with his name, although one of them appears to use Optimus Prime's placeholder voice for the entirety of it.
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RED ALERT
Commander, report. Do you copy? Repeat, do you copy?
OPTIMUS PRIME
Yeah, I'm okay.
Red Alert
Roger that. The nose of the ship seems to be buried in the ice. The bridge has been completely destroyed. You're lucky to be alive. I've scanned for an exit, a cargo hatch has blown off further up the hull. You'll have to climb your way back up through the ship to locate it. The blast doors and elevators are still operational, you'll need to use them in your ascent. Scan carefully, and look for a safe path up. I'm running a region scan now to locate Starscream.
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OPTIMUS PRIME
Autobot, report! Do you copy?! Repeat, do you copy?!
OPTIMUS PRIME
Yeah, I'm okay.
OPTIMUS PRIME
Roger that. The nose of the ship seems to be buried in the ice. The bridge has been completely destroyed. You're lucky to be alive. There's an open cargo hatch just ahead. Recommend you get out there and find Starscream. We have a lock on him, and he's still in the area.
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A variant of the third chunk of dialogue is spoken by Red Alert's retail voice actor in the retail game in some alternative (unused?) dialogue.
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Pacific Island
Cybertron
Optimus Prime
3944
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Retail
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The Mini-Cons have combined to enhance your combat capabilities to ultimate levels. Prepare for immediate launch. Counter-attack Unicron when the time is right. Look for the most direct access to his power core. That's the critical target. But move quickly, if Cybertron is destroyed, all is lost.
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Red Alert
3944
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Retail
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Commander, the Mini-Cons have combined to enhance your combat capabilities to ultimate levels. Prepare for immediate launch. Counter-attack Unicron when the time is right. Look for the most direct access to his power core. That's the critical target. But move quickly, if Cybertron is destroyed, all is lost.
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Retail drops the contraction and instead says "That is the critical target".
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