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- C I P H E R
-
- Crypto-Quotes Puzzle Game
- Release 2.0 March 7, 1991
-
- Nels Anderson
- 92 Bishop Drive
- Framingham, MA 01701-6540
- U.S.A.
-
- DESCRIPTION: CIPHER is a word puzzle game in which you must try to
- discover the real meaning of a quotation or other phrase that has
- been encrypted. To get started either read the .doc file or just
- start up the game and view the help screens to learn how the game
- works.
-
- REQUIREMENTS: CIPHER runs in 640x350, 16 color graphics mode for use
- with an EGA or VGA card. It can also run in color or monochrome text
- mode, so almost any system will work. All video modes support keyboard
- play; VGA and EGA modes also supports mouse play.
-
- SHAREWARE: CIPHER is distributed as Shareware. You are free to try
- the game and make copies for others. If you continue to use the
- game, however, you must pay the author a registration fee of $15; in
- return you'll receive a copy of the latest version of the program, a
- larger collection of puzzles and possibly other software to try out.
- A deluxe version with binder and printed manual is available for $22.
- Disk vendors, please see VENDOR.TXT for distribution requirements.
-
- FILES: The files included in CIPHER v2.0 are as follows:
-
- CIPHER.EXE Cipher program
- CIPHER.DOC Documentation (instructions)
- CIPHER.TXT This file
- NEWS.PCC Title picture
- PUZZLE1.CPZ Puzzle data file
- ORDERFRM.TXT A ready to print registration form
- SHAREWRE.TXT Information on Shareware
- VENDOR.TXT Information for disk vendors, user groups, BBSes
-
- All these files MUST be included when distributing this program. If you
- archive the program for distribution through BBS's, please use the name
- CIPHER20.ZIP (or .LZH, .PAK, etc. as appropriate).
-
- SUPPORT: Support for this software is provided through the )(evious BBS.
- Call 508-875-3618 or 617-449-7322 (300/1200/2400/9600HST, 8N1) and leave
- a C)omment for the sysop. The latest version will always be available
- there first. Mail support is also available; please include an SASE with
- your request. You can contact the author through CompuServe's mail
- system. Address to Nels Anderson [71020,2613]. Finally, you can send
- messages via Internet to address 71020.2613@compuserve.com.
-
- AVAILABLE SOFTWARE: Other software which I've either written or
- contributed to:
-
- EGATREK: Space strategy battle game, using full EGA graphics.
- Based on the classic star trek type games, including
- maps, graphics, communications and even a view outside
- the ship. Winner of Public Brand Software's 1988
- software contest.
-
- "...simply an amazing program, full of surprises and
- strategic challenges."
- -- ProGamer Magazine, Series 2, Volume 8
-
- "EGATrek is such a well-designed game, if you don't have
- EGA hardware, it's a good reason to upgrade."
- -- Shareware Magazine, July-August 1990
-
- MAHJONGG: Addictive solitaire game played with Chinese tiles. Very
- easy to learn but always a challenge to win. Many game
- options including timed games, tournaments, etc. Also
- allows loading optional tile sets (tile editor included).
- Supports EGA and Hercules graphics; mouse optional.
-
- "Gorgeous board and tiles, challenging and addictive play."
- -- PCWorld Magazine, December 1988
-
- "...a visual feast and a mental workout."
- -- Compute! Magazine, April 1989
-
- TILESETS: Several collections of tile sets created by various
- Mah Jongg fans are available. Each collection includes
- at least ten tile sets. Requires Mah Jongg v3.3 or later.
-
- CIPHER: A word puzzle game, yet it uses hi-res VGA or EGA graphics
- for displays (mouse optional). Also will run in text mode.
- Includes over 30 puzzles to solve; registered version comes
- with over 200 additional puzzles. You can also enter your
- own already encrypted puzzles.
-
- SHOOT: "Shooting Gallery" is a colorful arcade game with several
- different rounds to test your aim and reflexes, including
- skeet, quick draw, carnival type shooting range and a wild
- west shootout. Uses 320x200, 256 color mode and a mouse to
- play. Requires VGA or MCGA.
-
- "Shooting Gallery is seven rounds of pure fun!"
- -- Patrick Grote
-
- "...one of the most entertaining, colorful, action-packed
- and challenging games I have seen."
- -- Vulcan's Compute Monthly, August 1990
-
- SUPERFLY: An action game using hi-res EGA/VGA graphics. Chase the
- flies and other insects through twenty different rounds.
- Includes three levels of difficulty, hall of fame, shell
- to DOS, etc.
-
- "RATING: 10.0" (highest rating)
- -- Patrick Grote
-
- MOUSTOOL: A collection of utilities for Turbo Pascal programmers
- wishing to incorporate mouse input in their programs.
- Sample programs included for both EGA and CGA graphics.
-
- SOUNDPAS: A collection of utilities for Turbo Pascal programmers
- to add music and sound effects to their programs. Includes
- units for interrupt and real time sounds.
-
- BASSTOUR: (Written by Dick Olsen). Game that simulates a fishing
- tournament, including rod and lure selection. Runs in
- EGA/CGA/Hercules graphics modes. Uses many of the
- utilities from MOUSTOOL. Do not order this game from
- me; for more information contact: Richard Olsen, 68
- Hartwell Avenue, Littleton, MA 01460.
-
- BASSMAP: Companion program for BassTour which allows lakes to be
- created or modified. EGA and CGA versions provided.
- Requires BassTour or Bass Class.
-
- These programs are probably available on your favorite BBS or from
- your favorite disk vendors. To register them or to order direct, use
- the form in the file "orderfrm.txt" which is all ready to print. The
- "deluxe" version includes the registered software on diskette, plus a
- binder and printed manual (some programs also include quick reference
- cards). The standard version includes just the diskette with the
- registered software. You can also use your VISA or MasterCard to
- order on-line thru the support BBS, Xevious, at 508-875-3618. Use
- the command "DOOR 15" to order.
-
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- Cipher is copyright (c) 1990-1991 by Nels Anderson. All rights reserved.
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