GrokkSoft inc.                                        www.grokksoft.com


                       HoverRace for Win95/NT4.0

               
                           IMPORTANT NOTES


                               content

                        - SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
                        - INSTALLATION
                        - STARTING HOVERRACE
                        - PLAYING ON THE INTERNET 
 	                  - USEFULL TIPS
                        - COMMON PROBLEMS (SB32AWE owners look at it)
                        - LICENSE


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This file contains important information about HoverRace and 
you should read it to fully enjoy the game.

If you have any question or problem regarding this game, please do not
hesitate to contact us:

                           support@grokksoft.com
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

   - 486 66 MHz (Pentium recommended)
   - 8 MB of  RAM
   - 8 MB of free disk space
   - PCI or VESA Local Bus VideoCard
   - Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0
   - DirectX
   - DirectX compatible sound card recommended
   - 14KBS Internet connection recommended


INSTALLATION
 
  To install HoverRace you need to unzip the HoverRace package to a
  temporary folder. From there you just need to run the Setup program.

  If you already have an older HoverRace program installed on your
  computer,  it is recommended that you remove it first. HoverRace 
  can be unstalled by running the "Unistall HoverRace" command located 
  in the HoverRace folder.


  *** WARNING to the BETA testers ***

  You need to delete all the tracks of the BETA version, they are 
  incompatible with this new version.  You must recompile them to be 
  able to use them again.



STARTING HOVERRACE

  You can run HoveRace from your Windows START menu. Just click on the 
  HoverRace icon in the HoverRace folder.
 

PLAYING ON THE INTERNET 

  Just need to press F2 in the game and you will be automatically
  connected to our FREE players matching service.

  You should try the INTERNET mode to enjoy this game at the maximum.

  To type a message in the Internet Room type in the white box at the 
  bottom of the screen.

  note: Use only Microsoft TCP Stack and Dialer. "Internet Connect for
        Windows 95(CORE)" do not work with HoverRace.


USEFULL TIPS

   "Press SHIFT to advance"
       In HoverRace the default key to make your HoverCraft mode if 
       the SHIFT key. The UP arrow is used for jumping.

 
   "Do not get discouraged if you do not drive well at first"

       Driving an HoverCraft is not a complex task but it require 
       some dexterity. After 15 minutes of practice you will be 
       able to drive the HoverCraft like an pro. 


   "HoverCraft can be controlled while they not touch ground"

       This is very useful to avoid to fall down in a trap when 
       jumping.


   Note: For more tips please consult the HoverRace documentation 
         (Help menu in the game)
       

COMMON ERRORS
 
  "ddraw.dll not found"

      You need to install DirectX on your system. Most new games will 
      soon use DirectX so it is a good idea to install it now. You can 
      found Direct X on GrokkSoft site:

         www.grokksoft.com/downloadhover.html

  "dsound.dll not found"

      Usually this mean that DirectX have not been correctly installed.
      You must install the DirectSound component to be able to play 
      HoverRace. This component must be installed even if you have no 
      sound card on your system.

      You need to reinstall DirectX on your system. Most new games will 
      soon use DirectX so it is a good idea to install it now. You can 
      found Direct X on GrokkSoft site:

         www.grokksoft.com/downloadhover.html


  "Direct sound error"  or
  "HoverRace crash"

       If you have a SB32AWE sound card you should not use the new 
       drivers provided by CreativeLab. They are incompatible with 
       DirectSound. You should use drivers provided with Windows or
       the original drivers that comes with your sound card.
   

  "I only see a gray screen when I start a game"

       Try to switch to full screen by pressing F8 or F9(try both) when 
       the game is started.


  "The game look ugly"

       Try to increase the resolution. You can resize the window or you 
       can choose a higher resolution in the "Setting" menu.


  "Refresh rate is too slow"

       Try to reduce screen resolution. You can either select the 
       320x200 display mode by pressing F8 or you can reduce displayable 
       area with the minus"-" key.


  "You should be connected to the Internet to use this function"  or
  "Unable to connect to server"

       Server may be temporary out of reach. Retry later. If the 
       situation persist, please contact us:

                    support@grokksoft.com


  "I'm unable to connect to an Internet game. My delay never end 
   computing"

        You should Use only Microsoft TCP Stack and Dialer. Also,
        "Internet Connect for Windows 95(CORE)" do not work with 
        HoverRace.


  "any other error"

       Please contact us:

                    support@grokksoft.com



LICENSE

  By copying or using the HoverRace, you indicate your agreement to
  the terms of this license.  If you do not agree to the terms herein,
  you are not authorized to copy or use HoverRace.

  The HoverRace program, including any images, animations, sounds, 
  and text incorporated in it, is owned by GrokkSoft inc.  and is 
  protected by the Canadians copyright laws and international treaty
  provisions. Except to the extent expressly licensed herein,  all 
  rights are reserved to GrokkSoft inc.  You may not reverse engineer, 
  decompile, or disassemble HoverRace.

  This licence give you the right to play and copy HoverRace for your 
  personal use. Those you did not paid the registration fee are   
  allowed to use a limited set of features of the game. Those who paid 
  the registration fee are allowed to use all the features of the   
  game.

  This licence give you the right to distribute HoverRace as is for 
  FREE. This mean that you must distribute HoverRace in its original 
  compressed format with no content modification.

  If you plan to charge any fee for distribution of HoverRace, or if you 
  plan to include HoverRace as part of a non free package, disk or 
  CD-ROM you must first obtain an authorization from GrokkSoft.

  In no circonstance you are allowed to distribute, in any way, any 
  registration key.

  Limited Warranty and Limitation of remedies:
  NO WARRANTIES.  To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.
  GrokkSoft inc. expressly disclaims any warranty for HoverRace. 



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