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Warlords (tm) III: Reign of Heroes (tm) Demo ReadMe
Windows 95 version 1.0
6/04/97
To help you quickly locate any information you need, here's a list of
what is included in this ReadMe, so you can scroll down to the
appropriate section.
Table of Contents
1. System Requirements
2. Performance Recommendations
3. Windows 95 Installation Instructions
4. About the Demo
5. Troubleshooting
6. How to Contact Technical Support
7. Copyright Information
1. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Windows 95
Pentium 75MHz or faster
16MB RAM
33MB of hard disk space
4X CD-ROM drive or faster
640 x 480 in 256 color mode
Sound Blaster 16 and 100% Sound Blaster 16 compatible sound cards
Video and Sound cards compatible with DirectX 3.0a or higher
*System Configuration: May require minor adjustments to the
configuration of your operating system and/or updates to the hardware
component drivers.
**If you experience problems with the installation or compatibility of
DirectX on your machine, please consult the hardware manufacturers
of your video or sound card. You may also want to check MicrosoftÆs
Web page for more information.
2. PERFORMANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
640 x 480 mode is recommended as an expert mode option because of
the smaller viewing area. In addition, there is no events field in this
video mode making the game even tougher.
Turn off animated water on Pentium 75 and 90 machines. To do so, at
the Game Screen (the screen on which you select sides and set game
options) select Edit Options, then Set Preferences. There is a check box
which allows you to turn off animated water.
3. WINDOWS 95 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Warlords III: Reign of Heroes Demo
Installation Instructions for Windows«
To Install the Program Manually from a CD-ROM
Begin at the Windows 95 desktop, click the Start button on the taskbar
and choose Run. Type D:\War3Demo\SETUP.EXE in the line labeled
Open. (If your CD-ROM drive uses a letter other than D, substitute
that letter for D.) Click the OK button and follow the on-screen
instructions to install the Warlords III Demo.
To Play
Begin at the Windows 95 desktop. Click the Start button, point to
Programs, and then Red Orb Entertainment. Click the Warlords III
Demo menu item to start the program.
To Uninstall
If you need to uninstall the Warlords III Demo, begin at the Windows
95 desktop. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then Control
Panel. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon. Click the
Install/Uninstall tab and select Warlords III Demo from the list of
programs. Click the Add/Remove button and then click the Yes button
to remove the program.
4. ABOUT THE DEMO
The Warlords III Demo will be available through selected publications.
You will find two scenarios in this demo. Both are limited to single
player play. In the full product you will have the opportunity to play
up to seven human opponents over IPX, TCP/IP over the Internet, as
well as Hotseat and direct serial and modem connection.
The tutorial scenario provides an introduction to the basic elements of
game play of Warlords III. We recommend that you take the time to
play through the tutorial. It is very helpful to introduce the product,
interface, and game play elements.
The Elven Guardians scenario is also a great introductory scenario that
provides just enough challenge for both novice and experienced
Warlords. The Elves have an edge. So, if you are new to the game,
choose that side with the beginner option. BorogÆs Tribe in the Psycho
mode is at a distinct disadvantage and should provide a hearty
challenge for even the most experienced Warlord.
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
Q: My demo doesnÆt install, what should I do? or, My demo installed
but it doesnÆt work.
A: We plan to release an updated demo in the first week of July on the
Warlords III Web page. The URL is www.warlords3.com. This
updated demo may solve some of your install or demo problems.
Q: When I try to start Warlords III: Reign of Heroes Demo, I receive
the message "Error Initializing Direct Draw,ö what do I do?
A: It may be a DirectX incompatibility; please contact the hardware
manufacturer of the video card you have in your machine. You may
also want to check MicrosoftÆs Web site for information. It is also
likely that you have Windows set to display 16 colors. Reset your
windows display to 256 color mode.
6. HOW TO CONTACT TECHNICAL SUPPORT
If you have worked through these troubleshooting suggestions and still
need assistance, you can contact Broderbund Technical Support by
using the options listed below. It will be very helpful if you can tell us
your computer make and model, and the brand names of both the video
card and sound card you are using. If possible, have the computer both
positioned near your phone and turned on. Please also be prepared to
give us a detailed description of what happens when you try to run the
program.
You can contact us in any of the following ways:
Internet - Online support is available through our World Wide Web
site at http://www.broderbund.com
CompuServe - Type GO Broderbund at any prompt to access
BroderbundÆs area in CompuServe, or send your questions to
support@broderbund.com
America Online - Use the Keyword: BRODERBUND to find our
Product Support Boards, or address your questions to BBund Tec1 or
BBund Tec2 using AOLÆs electronic mail.
Mail - Send your questions to Broderbund Technical Correspondence,
P.O. Box 6125, Novato, CA 94948-6125.
Phone - Call us at (415) 382-4777 from Monday through Friday
between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Pacific Time.
7. COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
Copyright ⌐, 1997 Strategic Studies Group. All rights reserved.
Warlords is a trademark of Strategic Studies Group. Reign of Heroes,
Red Orb Entertainment, and Broderbund are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of Broderbund Software, Inc. Red Orb
Entertainment is a division of Broderbund Software, Inc. Windows is a
registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation, Inc. All other company
and/or product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of
their respective manufacturers.
Thank you for trying out the Warlords III: Reign of Heroes Demo. We
really hope that you enjoyed our product. Look for it in stores Fall
1997.
End of ReadMe.