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CaribStud 2.0c
Copyright(c) 2001, Rose Software
All Rights Reserved
Introduction
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Thank you for trying CaribStud. CaribStud is a Caribean Stud poker game
for the Palm Pilot that has basically the same rules as the Caribean
Stud Poker game that is played in most casinos.
By playing the game on your Palm Pilot or Visor, you can quickly try a
number of betting strategies, and perhaps you can learn to play better
and win a few bucks next time you go to the casino.
The initial bankroll provided by this program is $500. If you run out
of money, you will need to register the program in order to be able to
"buy" additional chips and continue playing the game. The registration fee
is just $5.00. A small sum for all the enjoyment you will get from this
game!
For the latest version of this and other Pilot apps, visit the Rose
Software web page at:
http://www.rosesw.com
How to Play
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The screen for the game is divided as follows:
+---------------------------------------+
| Dealer Card Area Hint |
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| |
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|---------------------------------------|
| Player Card Area |
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|----------+------+---------------------|
| Bankroll | Ante | Play Buttons |
+----------+------+---------------------+
The ante amount can be changed by selecting inside the Ante area. Valid
ante amounts are $5 to $25 in increments of $5. After selecting the ante
amount, press the Deal button to wager the ante amount and deal the cards.
Five cards are dealt each to the player and dealer, with only one of the
dealer's cards being exposed. If you decide to drop your hand, select the
Drop button, and only your ante amount will be lost. If you decide to
bet your hand select the Bet button. You will be wagering an additional
amount equal to twice the ante. For example, if you have a $5 ante amount,
the total amount wagered will be the $5 ante plus a $10 bet.
When the Bet button is pressed, the dealer's remaining cards will be
exposed. If the dealer does not "qualify" (meaning an Ace-King or higher),
then you win an amount equal to the ante. If the dealer does qualify, then
it becomes your hand against the dealer's. If you win the hand, then you
win the ante amount, plus an amount determined by the amount of the bet
(not ante) and the poker hand. Each poker hand will pay out a different
amount.
The payouts are as follows:
Pair or less 1:1
Two Pair 2:1
Three of a kind 3:1
Straight 4:1
Flush 5:1
Full House 7:1
Four of a Kind 20:1
Straight Flush 50:1
ROYAL FLUSH 100:1
In addition to the above payouts, you may be entitled to additional payouts
from the progressive jackpot. These are paid if you bet, but regardless of
whether the dealer qualifies or whether you win the hand or not.
Flush $50
Full House $100
Four of a Kind $500
Straight Flush 10% of progressive jackpot
ROYAL FLUSH 100% of progressive jackpot
The progressive jackpot starts at $10,000, and is increased by $1 for each
hand played. The amount in the progressive jackpot may be viewed by selecting
the "Progressive Jackpot" menu button. Each time one of the above amounts is
won, it is subtracted from the progressive jackpot. However, the minimum value
of the progressive jackpot is always $10,000.
The Hint button in the upper right corner of the screen displays a window
that provides the probabilities of various dealer hands occurring. It also
calculates the player's probability of winning based on the player's hand and the
dealer hand probabilities. If the probability of a player win is greater than
50 percent, then a "Bet" recommendation is made. Otherwise, a "Drop" recommendation is
made. NOTE: The probabilities are in the range of 0 to 1.0, where 1.0 represents
100 percent probability of winning.
Menu Buttons
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The following menu buttons are available:
Statistics - View buy-in amount, winnings, hands won/lost, and hand statistics
for both player and dealer.
Buy Chips 500 - Buy an additional $500 in chips.
Cash in Chips 500 - Cash-in $500 in chips.
Instructions - Game play instructions.
Payouts - Display payout amounts for each poker hand.
Progressive Jackpot - View the current amount in the progressive jackpot.
About CaribStud - Gives version number and other info.
Register - Gives address to send registration.
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Registration
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To register by mail, please send a check or money order for $5(US). Make
check payable to Rose Software, and write "CaribStud" on the check.
Please include your email address so that we can send you a registration
code. Your registration code will then need to be entered via the
Register option in the pulldown menu in order to activate the ability
to purchase additional chips and to be able to reset the statistics.
Your inclusion of an e-mail address also allows me to notify you of updates
and future products. If you would not like this automatic notification,
please let me know. Your e-mail address will never be given or sold to any
other parties.
$5.00 is a small sum for the amount of enjoyment this game will provide.
That's only one bet at a casino, and it lasts lots longer.
Mail to:
Rose Software
7022 Circleview Drive
St. Louis, MO 63123
You may also register on-line by credit card. To pay by credit card, please
visit our web site at:
http://www.rosesw.com
Installation
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Install CaribStud.prc using instapp.exe.
instapp.exe can be found in your pilot directory. (ex.c:\pilot\instapp.exe)
Alternately, this application can be installed via the Palm Desktop application.
Go to the "Install" Icon under Palm Desktop, and then click "Add...". This
will bring up a browse window which you can use to find CaribStud.prc. Select
CaribStud.prc, and the next time you do a HotSync, the application will be
transferred to your Palm Pilot.
Revision History
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1.0 - Initial Release Features
- Basic game operation
- Adjustable ante amount
- Auto pop-up when amount in bankroll can not cover ante plus bet
- Game statistics, including
- Buy-in and winnings
- Number of hands, hands dropped, hands played
-Hand statistics for both player and dealer
- Reset feature for statistics
- Buy additional chips or cash chips in
- Online instructions
- Payout amounts
- Ability to view progressive jackpot
- Auto pop-up when an amount is won from progressive jackpot
- Game state maintained when you switch apps
1.0a - Minor bug fix release
- Modified payouts to match real casino payouts
- Modified text in progressive pot window to fit in form.
- Fixed bug in Progressive Jackpot Winner form, in which form keeps
popping up after first win.
2.0 - Color Release with Hint Feature
- Added support for color devices
- Improved user interface
- Improved presentation of hand statistics
- Hint feature, for displaying player win probability
2.0a, b, c - Minor bug fix releases
Legal Stuff
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Rose Software is not responsible for lost data. We have tested the apps
thoroughly; however, you are responsible for assuring that your pilot system
has been properly backed up in case any software causes your pilot to fail.
Bug Reporting
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In the very unlikely event of a bug, if you are the first registered user to
report the bug, you are entitled to a refund of your registration fee, as well
as a free registration for any of our other products. Please report any bugs
or program suggestions to:
support@rosesw.com
Copyright(c) 1999-2001, Rose Software
All Rights Reserved