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. - - - - - Cipher is copyright (c) 1990-1991 by Nels Anderson. 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