Marble Drop ReadMe File

We wanted to make sure that you are aware that this is not the full 
version of Marble Drop. This release is meant to offer a glimpse of 
the full game which is to be released in early 1997. This pre-release 
version is being distributed while we are still early in the production 
process and will therefore not contain many of the components or sounds 
that the final version will contain.

Also, please realize that we have done as much as possible to test 
this version for problems with the levels or breakdowns in the system. 
Since this is a pre-release copy of the game, finding all errors may 
not be possible. So please be aware that things might not work perfectly 
and play the demo accordingly.

Marble Drop Ordering Instructions:

Now that you’ve played this fiendishly fun demo of  Marble Drop, there 
is no doubt that you’ll want to order the full version.  Marble Drop 
will send your mind on twists, turns, spirals and swings. Outsmart each 
puzzle and wrap your mind around an ever more challenging kinetic 
contraption. With all the mesmerizing loops, lifts and spinners, you might 
just lose your marbles.

· 50 different puzzles challenge you with increasingly intricate contraptions.
 
· Over 30 gadgets send your marbles on surprising new paths. Marbles get 
  shot out of cannons, swung by swingbars, spun by spirals and more.
 
· There’s a surprising sound effect whenever your marble hits one of the 
  puzzle’s crazy components.
 
· Earn bonus points for solving puzzles with the fewest possible marbles. 
  Then prepare for perplexing hidden puzzles inside different levels.

· Windows 3.x and 95 versions available on the same CD. 

Price: $29.95

There are now four ways to purchase Marble Drop.
1. Visit your local software retailer.
2. For fast, personal service, call 800-33-MAXIS (M-F, 8 AM to 6 PM Pacific 
   Time).  We accept VISA and MasterCard.
3. Order by mail.  Be sure to include your check or money order payable 
   to Maxis, or your credit card information, signature, and daytime phone 
   number.  Our address is:
 
 MAXIS
 Attn: Customer Service
 2121 N. California Blvd., Suite 600
 Walnut Creek, CA  94596
 
4. Order through our web site.  Contact us at http://www.maxis.com.

Once your order has been received, it will ship within 48 hours (pending 
approval of your credit card order) via first class mail unless otherwise 
specified.  Please allow 8-10 days for delivery.

For U.S. orders only, please add $5.50 freight plus $.50 for each additional 
item for standard shipping.  For orders outside the U.S., please call 
510-927-3900.

We require U.S. funds only and will accept payment by check, money order, 
VISA, or MasterCard. CA, CO, FL, IL, MA, MD, NC, NJ, TX, UT and WA residents, 
please add applicable sales tax.