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Next Generation June Issue - Read Me
This disc is quite unique in that it is designed to work on both Apple Macintosh and IBM
Personal Computer compatible machines. With that said, there are unfortunate instances
where certain applications designed for both platforms only work under one operating
system. Please keep in mind that we are aware of these so-called "bugs", and that future
discs will be void of such frustration. However, we believe that these discs will add to the
quality of Next Generation, and serve as a catalyst for future, more impressive projects.
You will have many questions that a simple ReadMe(.txt) file cannot answer. We invite
you to e-mail us at the address below, and be sure that we will respond in a reasonable
amount of time. We want your reaction to this disc. Your recommendations and
comments will be seen by our disc editors. Feel free to write us at: disceditors@next-
generation.com
Installation for Macintosh Computers*:
1. Insert Next Generation Disc in your CD-ROM drive.
2. Double-click on the NEXT icon.
3. Choose your computer platform. "Start68k" for 680xx machines, "StartPPC" for
Power PC machines.
4. The full interface should launch at this point in time.
Installation for IBM compatible personal computers*:
1. Insert the Next Generation Disc in your CD-ROM drive.
2. In Windows95 open "My Computer". In Windows3.1 open "Main" and then "File
Manager".
3. Double click on your CD-ROM drive; usually noted as Drive D:
4. Double click on "Start95" for Windows95 users. Double-click on "Start31" for
Windows3.1 users.
5. The full interface should launch at this point in time.
*You must have Apple QuickTime installed on your computer to view the Preview movies.
Apple QuickTime is provided in the Setup folder at startup. To install QuickTime for
Windows, do the following:
1. Insert Next Generation Disc in your CD-ROM drive.
2. Double-click on the NEXT icon.
3. Double-click on the "Setup" folder.
4. Double click on "qt211".
5. Double click on either "QT16" for Windows3.1 users, or "QT32" for Windows95
users.
6. The installation should begin at this point in time.
Help Section:
I want to subscribe! Please write us:
subscribe@next-generation.com
I ordered the Disc Edition, but I'm not receiving my disc with the magazine! The graphical
interface is giving me problems! Please write us:
cdrom@next-generation.com
http://support.imagine-inc.com - for instantaneous reply!
I've got an idea for the Disc Editors! Please write us:
disceditors@next-generation.com
I don't have access to the Internet, but I've got a problem with the Disc Edition! Please
write us:
New Media Group
Imagine Publishing
150 North Hill Drive
Brisbane, CA 94005
415-468-2500
Please note the following known difficulties for Next Generation Disc Edition:
Q: "I can't see any movies."
A: You must have Apple QuickTime installed on your computer to view the Preview
movies. Apple QuickTime is provided in the Setup folder at startup.
Q: "The sound capability on the Personal Computer side of the disc is somewhat
temperamental."
A: Try resetting the sound slider below the Next Generation logo when viewing a movie
without sound. If using Microsoft Windows95, check your audio settings if you do not
encounter sound when viewing QuickTime movies.
Q: "How do I get back to the Previews screen? (Or any screen for that matter?)"
A: Use the Title Bar (located at the top of the screen) to navigate backward from any
location. The Title Bar acts as a reverse button, and also indicates where you are on the
disc.
We suggest the following minimum system requirements to those who use our disc:
PC: IBM or 100% compatible; 486DX2/66MHz; 8MB of RAM; 2X CD-ROM drive:
SoundBlaster-compatible sound card; Modem recommended (14.4 Kbps minimum)
Macintosh: System 7 or higher; 68040/25Mhz; 8MB of RAM; 2X CD-ROM drive; Modem
recommended (14.4 Kbps minimum)
Please keep in mind that some game manufacturers are optimizing for higher system
requirements than stated above, therefore certain titles may not be accessible to persons
with system requirements similar to those suggested by Imagine Publishing. Check the
ReadMe file of each demo in order to clarify individual system requirements.
Macintosh Demos
Bubble Trouble 1.0.1
Demos
Macintosh
Press Release: Bubble Troubles world is filled with lusciously-drawn cartoony critters who
give that cranky crab from The Little Mermaid a run for his money. But money isnt what
youll be running from: an otherwise peaceful fish bowl has been filled with bubbles that are
being tossed around in an enthralling game of Squish the Fish!
Demos\Bubble Trouble Installer
Command & Conquer
Demos
Macintosh
Press Release: Command & Conquer, is an interactive strategy game like no other. Unlike
traditional strategy games, Command & Conquer offers real-time combat. The emphasis
isnt on turn taking or solving tactical problems like fuel, food, and bullets, but on real-time
thrills, spills, and kills.
Demos\Command & Conquer\Mac C&C demo-full
Damage Incorporated
Demos
Macintosh
Press Release: Take command of the worlds top special forces unit in this extraordinary 3D
first-person shooting extravaganza. Lead four highly-trained marines on six deadly
missions with more than 30 levels. Fight for your life while strategically issuing orders to
your squad. All in 3-D. So real youll be a bloody wreck before its over.
Demos\Damage Incorporated Demo\Damage Incorporated Demo
NetMech
Demos
Macintosh
Press Release: Anybody with the minimum of a Macintosh PowerPC 601-66MHz, 16 MB
of RAM running system 7.5.3 or greater can download NetMech for the Macintosh. You
will be able to play NetMech for the Macintosh using any of the following transports: IPX
network, OpenTransport AppleTalk network, OpenTransport Internet connection, modem,
or a serial connection. *Important Note: You will be able to download, install, and run
NetMech without having previously installed MechWarrior 2. You WILL be able to JOIN a
game without the MechWarrior 2 disc. However, you will NOT be able to host a game
without the MechWarrior Macintosh CD in your CD-ROM drive.
Demos\NetMech Installer
The Jack NetShow
Demos
Macintosh
Press Release: If youre good at other trivia game demos, it dont mean JACK now! Try a
demo of the hottest game around! Play You Dont Know Jack online with this easy-to-
install demo.
Demos\Jack NetShow Installer
PC Demos
Descent To Undermountain
Demos
PC
Press Release: The stone belly of Undermountain below Waterdeep plays home to horrific
monsters, dark magics and unspeakable evils. Experience these terrors and more in the first
AD&D action RPG to offer multi-character development. In this spell-ridden maze of
dungeons and rips in the very fabric of reality lies the ultimate threat... the Flame Sword of
the Spider Queen Lloth. This is a Windows95 demo, however you must go to the root of
this CD-ROM and install this demo from there.
DESCENT\INSTALL.EXE
Hover Race
Demos
PC
Press Release: The first shareware game designed solely for Internet multiplayer fun!
Hover Race is free, easy to install, and is modeled with textured polygons.
HOVER\SETUP.EXE
FPS Football Pro 97
Demos
PC
Press Release: The best-selling and most highly-rated football game now sports network
and modem play, allowing you to challenge friends to a gridiron battle. Whether youre
calling plays, blitzing the quarterback or throwing the long bomb, the competition will be
fierce but an on-line victory is just a game away.
FB97\SETUP.EXE
POD
Demos
PC
Race solo or over the network in this MMX-optimized futuristic racing sim.
POD\SETUP.EXE
Scud
Demos
PC
Press Release: The Scud Heart Breaker, serial number 1373, is from a line of robot
assassins purchased from vending machines. Scud is purchased to destroy
a hideous creature known only as Jeff. This is a Shockwave demo provided to us by
Segasoft. You must have an Internet browser, and the Macromedia Shockwave plug-in to
play this demo. If you have both of the above, go into the CD-ROM:\NEXT\SCUD folder,
and drag the file SCUD256.DCR into your browser window. A README.TXT file is
provided in the SCUD folder to assist you further.
NEXT:\SCUD\DRAG INTO YOUR BROWSER TO PLAY
WAR, Inc.
Demos
PC
Press Release: In the 21st century, private security forces have evolved into powerful
armies under corporate control. Take command of your own and its armed forces, and
assume control of research and development, production, and strategic and tactical combat.
In this, you are both Commander-in-Chief and CEO. This is a Windows95 demo,
however you must go to the root of this CD-ROM and install this demo from there.
WARINC\WARDEMOP.EXE
Online Software
America Online
Internet
Macintosh
See for yourself why over 8 Million people have made America Online our countrys first
choice for online news and information the fastest, easiest-to-use e-mail powerful Internet
access personal finance entertainment live chat free software shopping games and much
more.
America Online\Installer
America Online
Internet
PC
See for yourself why over 8 Million people have made America Online our countrys first
choice for online news and information the fastest, easiest-to-use e-mail powerful Internet
access personal finance entertainment live chat free software shopping games and much
more.
AOL\SETUP.EXE
Online Chat Software
The Palace
Internet
Macintosh
The Palace virtual world chat software intuitively combines pictures and sounds with chat.
Create stunning personal avatars by importing your own graphics or use the images
included with the download. Upon registering, you can quickly set up and run your own
Palace server on the Internet! The Palace is Next Generation Onlines real-time chat engine.
After running the installer, simply connect to your Internet Service Provider and double-
click on the executable icon. Once launched select OPEN CONNECTION from the FILE
menu in the menu bar. In the HOSTNAME field of the resulting dialog box enter:
palace.imaginegames.com. The port number used is 9998. Leave the contents of all other
fields as the defaults and click on the CONNECT button. You should then be connected
via TCP/IP to the IGN (Imagine Games Network) Palace. To learn more about The Palace
or receive technical support, please refer to: http://www.thepalace.com/ We look forward
to seeing you there.
Next\Online\PalaceInstall 2.0W
The Palace
Internet
PC
The Palace virtual world chat software intuitively combines pictures and sounds with chat.
Create stunning personal avatars by importing your own graphics or use the images
included with the download. Upon registering, you can quickly set up and run your own
Palace server on the Internet! The Palace is Next Generation Onlines real-time chat engine.
After running the installer, simply connect to your Internet Service Provider and double-
click on the executable icon. Once launched select OPEN CONNECTION from the FILE
menu in the menu bar. In the HOSTNAME field of the resulting dialog box enter:
palace.imaginegames.com. The port number used is 9998. Leave the contents of all other
fields as the defaults and click on the CONNECT button. You should then be connected
via TCP/IP to the IGN (Imagine Games Network) Palace. To learn more about The Palace
or receive technical support, please refer to: http://www.thepalace.com/ We look forward
to seeing you there.
ONLINE\PAL-20W.EXE
QuickTime Movies
Blast Corps
Previews
Nintendo 64
Strategy is the key in this smash-em up mech fest. For the latest in Nintendo 64 coverage,
got to http://www.n64.com
blast.mov
Brahma Force
Previews
PlayStation
There is More! See Next Generation magazine, Issue 30 for editorial coverage regarding
this title.
brahma.mov
Galapagos
Previews
Macintosh
Anarks long awaited title can be seen here on the Next Generation Disc Edition.
galapags.mov
Goal Storm 97
Previews
Imports
There is More! See Next Generation magazine, Issue 30 for editorial coverage regarding
this title. Goal Storm 97 is a title for the Sony PlayStation.
glstorm.mov
K1 The Arena Fighters
Previews
PlayStation
There is More! See Next Generation magazine, Issue 30 for editorial coverage regarding
this title.
k1.mov
Manx TT SuperBike
Previews
Imports
There is More! See Next Generation magazine, Issue 30 for editorial coverage regarding
this title. Manx TT SuperBike is a title for the Sega Saturn.
manxtt.mov
NBA ShootOut 97
Previews
PlayStation
There is More! See Next Generation magazine, Issue 30 for editorial coverage regarding
this title.
nba.mov
Rally Cross
Previews
PlayStation
There is More! See Next Generation magazine, Issue 30 for editorial coverage regarding
this title.
rally.mov
Bomberman
Previews
Imports
This Saturn title is a must for all Bomberman enthusiasts.
satbmgam.mov
Bomberman
Previews
Imports
This Saturn title boasts an impressive animated intoduction - see it here first.
satbmint.mov
Scorcher
Previews
Saturn
Scorcher is you next first or third person view racing game for the Saturn.
scorch.mov
The Crow
Previews
Saturn
There is More! See Next Generation magazine, Issue 30 for editorial coverage regarding
this title.
thecrow.mov
Turok: Disco Mode
Previews
Nintendo 64
Stayin alive is the mission in this dance-enhanced mode for Turok: Dinosaur Hunter. Go
to http://www.n64.com for codes and cheats relating to Turok: Dinosaur Hunter
turkdsco.mov
Turok: Pen & Ink Mode
Previews
Nintendo 64
Turok sans texture-maps is the gameplay featured here. Go to http://www.n64.com for
codes and cheats relating to Turok: Dinosaur Hunter
turokpen.mov
WCW Vs. The World
Previews
PlayStation
There is More! See Next Generation magazine, Issue 30 for editorial coverage regarding
this title.
wcw.mov
Xevious 3D/GT
Previews
PlayStation
Xevious plus 3-D equals a renewed appreciation for this retro original.
xevious.mov
Zap Snowboarding Tricks
Previews
Import
Feel the brisk mountian air and rapid acceleration in this import for the Sega Saturn.
zapsnow.mov
Bushido Blade No.1
Previews
PlayStation
Movie No.1: Select your weapon, and prepare to fight.
bushido1.mov
Bushido Blade No.2
Previews
PlayStation
Movie No.2: Varied terrain makes for novel gameplay in this clip.
bushido2.mov
Bushido Blade No.3
Previews
PlayStation
Movie No.3: This clip demonstrates wounded competitors dueling on one knee a piece.
bushido3.mov
War Gods Movie No.1
Previews
Nintendo 64
This port from Midway is your chance to bring the arcade home. Go to http://www.next-
generation.com for a Preview of War Gods for the Nintendo 64.
wargods.mov
War Gods Movie No.2
Previews
Nintendo 64
This port from Midway is your chance to bring the arcade home. Go to http://www.next-
generation.com for a Preview of War Gods for the Nintendo 64.
wargods2.mov
Uprising
Previews
Visit Cyclone Studios
Built in-house with Cyclones Terratech Engine, Uprising is your chance to battle futuristic
military clans from a first-person perspective. Action and strategy are blended to produce
non-stop intellectual challenge.
cyclone2.mov
The Need For Speed 2
Previews
PlayStation
Race with passion in this highly anticipated sequel for the Sony PlayStation.
needspd2.mov
Over Blood
Previews
PlayStation
Use your mental and manual dexterity in this third-person RPG for the PlayStation.
ovrblood.mov
Fire Pro Wrestling
Previews
Saturn
Body-slam your way to the top in this sports title for the Saturn.
firepro.mov
Assault Suit Leynos 2
Previews
Saturn
There is More! See Next Generation magazine, Issue 30 for editorial coverage regarding
this title.
leynos2.mov
Mass Destruction
Previews
Saturn
Blow up everything in this fantastic third-person shooter for the Saturn.
massdest.mov
MegaMan X4
Previews
Saturn
A new edition in the Megaman saga, check out this clip of Megaman X4.
mgmanx4.mov
Victory Goal 97
Previews
Imports
You see it here as Victory Goal 97, but in the US we will call it World Wide Soccer 98.
Victory Goal 97 is a title for the Sega Saturn.
vgoal97.mov
Warcraft 2
Previews
Saturn
Though very early in develoment, we thought you would appreciate a peak at Warcraft 2
for the Saturn.
warcrft2.mov
One
Previews
Visit ASC Games
ASC Games and design house Visual Concepts invited Next Generation to Alpha ONE-
their newest working title for the PlayStation. Among other features, ONE boasts genuine
3-D gameplay, and a variety of lush environments. This clip presents both gameplay, and
a few asides from one of Visual Concepts artists. See this issues Alpha section for more
editorial regarding this title.
9red.mov
Big Bass Wold Championship
Previews
PlayStation
Capture the essence of bass fishing with this first-ever 3-D fishing simulation.
bassfish.mov
Grand Slam Baseball
Previews
PlayStation
We offer continuous coverage of sports titles for the PlayStation. Check out this Preview
clip of Grand Slam Baseball.
granslam.mov
Requiem
Previews
Visit Cyclone Studios
Co-founded by Helmet Kobler in 1994, Cyclone Studios is developing Requiem for the
PC. Cyclone invited Next Generation to their headquarters in San Mateo, California to
Preview Requiem, which is slated for release in First Quarter 1998. This clip highlights
both gameplay and design features native to Requiem.
requiem.mov
Triple Play Baseball 98
Previews
PlayStation
We offer continuous coverage of sports titles for the PlayStation. Check out this Preview
clip of Triple Play Baseball 98.
triple.mov
VR Baseball 97
Previews
PlayStation
There is More! See Next Generation magazine, Issue 30 for editorial coverage regarding
this title.
vrbase.mov
All Star Baseball ‘97
Previews
PlayStation
allstar.mov