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- Version History:
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- Changes in version 2.6:
- ¥ converted to a "fat binary" running native on both 680x0 and PowerPC Macs
- ¥ added new diamond pieces with distribution
- ¥ replaced Peter Wagner Short Sample with Animal Instinct
- ¥ added error message when reg name and reg code don't match
- ¥ fixed bug with conflict between show_help and Aaron
- ¥ enabled correct operation when "Tetris Max Data" folder is a Finder alias
- ¥ added highlighting of latest high score in high score list
- ¥ made current music, pieces, background selections visible in prefs dialog
- ¥ added checking for corrupted/malformatted high scores file
- ¥ fixed bug where computer "autoplay" could cause weird phantom menu selections
- ¥ fixed high score saver so it wouldn't create corrupt output files
- ¥ consolidated registration form to one page, email regs no longer available
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- Changes in version 2.4:
- ¥ added shareware notice and instant registration with a code
- ¥ major overhaul of code, rewriting most functions and increasing stability
- ¥ added a high-score file builder that reads scores from v2.3 and v2.3.1
- ¥ included a pre-printed registration form
- ¥ added "personalization" box to optionally display name of the registered user
- ¥ corrected support for 16- and 24-bit color displays
- ¥ allowed longer names to be entered in high score list
- ¥ moved preferences/scores from application to a separate file
- ¥ "autoplay" feature makes computer play against itself for entertainment
- ¥ added new choices for piece styles and background graphics
- ¥ added a volume control
- ¥ add "name","score","rows","date" to high score window
- ¥ "repeat last game" option will give the same sequence of pieces as last game
- ¥ tweaked b&w graphics somewhat
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- Changes in version 2.3.1:
- ¥ separated the "drop" key from the "push" key
- ¥ fixed a few sound bugs
- ¥ modified the way keys are read to make an accidental "double-drop" less likely.
- ¥ changed my mailing address
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- Changes in version 2.3:
- ¥ works in 16 colors/grays (for powerbooks and others)
- ¥ level 10 is now a little tougher
- ¥ new "faster left/right motion" option
- ¥ background music is selectable from GetFile dialog
- ¥ arrow keys can be used
- ¥ ¼pushed down½ pieces stick immediately
- ¥ corrected instruction typos
- ¥ only generates an even number of debris blocks
- ¥ changed high scores to 10
- ¥ tinkered with graphics and sounds a bit
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- Changes in version 2.2:
- ¥ Moved background music to a separate file
- ¥ Added "secret" ways of getting bonus points
- ¥ Added 3D sphere-shaped pieces
- ¥ Changed color backgrounds
- ¥ Added date and rows into high score listing
- ¥ Changed b/w backgound
- ¥ Changed the way music segments are played
- ¥ Added new graphics
- ¥ Added new sounds
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- Changes in version 2.1:
- ¥ Fixed incompatibility with Sound Manager 3.0
- ¥ Pieces now drop at sane speeds when the drop key is pressed
- ¥ added a new practice level with customizable speed
- ¥ changed the black and white graphics
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- Changes in version 2.0:
- ¥ Now runs in black and white, on any Macintosh!
- ¥ Changed background theme to original music by Peter Wagner
- ¥ Different background patterns for each level
- ¥ Option to start with random debris already in place
- ¥ Customizable behavior of the "drop" key
- ¥ Practice feature
- ¥ Next piece display can be turned on and off
- ¥ Pieces can be rotated clockwise or counter-clockwise
- ¥ Pieces rotate about their geometric center
- ¥ Can run on 512x340 pixel screens
- ¥ Reduced number of high scores to 20
- ¥ Music is automatically disabled on 68000-based machines
- ¥ Tiles can be "fancy" or "plain"
- ¥ Fixed a problem that occurred on multi-monitor systems
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- Changes in version 1.2:
- ¥ Increased number of high scores to 25
- ¥ Made it easier to "slide" pieces after they land
- ¥ Added more sounds
- ¥ Miscellaneous bug maintenance
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- Changes in version 1.1:
- ¥ Fixed a bug that caused problems with the sound under system 6
- ¥ Changed to a more interesting scoring system
- ¥ Added more sounds
- ¥ Increased the dropping speed of blocks
- ¥ Added ability to start the game at an arbitrary level
- ¥ Control keys can be modified
- ¥ Better support for different monitor depths
- ¥ Other minor fixes
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