PsL Monthly 1994 January/PSL Monthly Shareware CD-ROM (Public Software Library) (January 1994).iso/reviews/wi_4a

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WI-4a:  Large Windows Games


ARCADE GAMES:
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Bang! Bang!
   Lutton, David B. II
   $10
   #3032
is an artillery game for Windows 3.0. One or two players may participate.
Players take turns firing their cannons at each other, taking angle, velocity,
and wind speed into consideration. The player who blows their opponent to
smithereens is the winner.


Battles on Distant Deserts 1.5 (12-93 CD)
   Glacier Edge Technology
   $15-25
   #12698
is a strategic war game for Windows that presents hypothetical battles
which could have occurred during Operation Desert Storm. You can command
M1A1 Tanks, M2 Bradleys, AH-64 Apaches, Infantry and other units against
Saddam's T72s, T62s, T55 tanks, BMP IFVs, and Infantry in a variety of
tactical situations. You can play against the computer or a friend, and
choose to fight for the Coalition or Iraqi forces.


Blitzer 1.2
   Sherman, Steve
   $10
   #12507
is a "Defenders" type of video game in which you fly a helicopter, try to rescue
the good guys, shoot down the bad guys, etc. The graphics are good, with a
scrolling, mountainous background. (The author can no longer be reached at the
address provided in the documentation.)


Castle of the Winds 1.1 [COTW]  (09-93 CD)
   Epic MegaGames ASP
   $27
   #27774
is a graphic fantasy role-playing game for Windows. Set in the world of
Norse mythology, you must avenge the brutal murder of your godparents.
Many monsters will oppose your quest, and many magic objects are
available to aid you. You can move and fight using the mouse or
keyboard, and there are four difficulty levels Extensive on-line help is
available to get you started. Available on 3.5" 1.44mb Megadisk and CD
only.


Football for Windows
   Tsoft
   $25
   #4058
is a strategic game of football for Windows. You can play against the computer
or a friend. The Offense selects one of twelve plays and its outcome is
decided statistically; that is, you have no control over the actual execution
of the plays, just the selection. This is the nicest implementation of this
type of game we've seen, though we prefer the arcade type of football game
(such as Cunning Football, disk #1428 in GA-05) which gives the player more
control.


Hurricane 1.01 [HURRI1]  (08-93 CD)
   Systems Software Developing, Inc.
   $15
   #12395
is an excellent adaptation of the classic arcade game Tempest. For those
of you too young to remember, your firing cursor travels around a
variety of geometric mazes while you try to shoot the bad guys that come
from the center. VBRUN200 is included on this disk.


Jewel Thief 1.4 [JEWLTHF] (12-93 CD)
   Ligeski, Paul ASP
   $10
   #12723
is a mouse-driven arcade game where you try to steal as many jewels as you can
while avoiding the ever-present guards. Once you steal all the jewels on a
level, a trickier set of guards appears. You start out with nine men, and you
lose a man (or more) each time a guard touches you or you leave the playing
field.


Master of the Maze 1.0 (MASTMAZ)  (10-93 CD)
   Spice Software
   $15
   #12562
is an incredible 3-D maze game. You must escape multiple levels of twisting
mazes, looking for gems and keys. An automapping function helps you see where
you have been.

There are locked doors, secret doors, ropes to climb, ladders to descend, and
much more. 29 mazes are included, ranging from simple to extremely difficult.


Paulie Python 1.0
   Way Out West-ware
   $5-$15
   #12147
is an exciting Windows variation of the old "snake" game. Your job is to slither
around the eight imaginative mazes devouring all the mice and avoiding walls. To
make things more difficult, your tail grows after you eat a mouse and other
surprise obstacles are scattered about.


Prairie Dog Hunt 1.0 for Windows (WINDOG)  (10-93 CD)
   Diversions Software
   $15
   #12563
is based on the cutesy arcade game where you bean helpless prairie dogs with a
hammer as they emerge from their holes. However, in this game you have a
choice of high-powered firearms and get to blast the furry little pests into a
bloody stain.

The impressive 256-color animated graphics and digitized sound effects make
the massacre all the more enjoyable. You can control the number of dogs, and
how many rounds of ammo you get. Watch out for the occasional rabid rodent,
because if you get bitten five times you will die of rabies. <WINDOG.PCX>.


Runner 1.0 (RUNNER)  (10-93 CD)
   SouthBay Software
   $20
   #12564
is a fast and fun animated game for Windows. Your runner must go from level
to level turning on control lights and gathering fuel cannisters.
Unfortunately, there is a rather nasty enemy runner looking to throw you to
your death and turn off the control lights.

Along the way you will encounter bouncing colored marbles that both help
and hinder your progress, a wizard that will grant you another life,
teleportation pods, and much more. Other features include a MIDI music
soundtrack, interesting sound effects, and keyboard/mouse/joystick support.


Second Conflict for Windows
   Galloway, Jerry W.
   $0
   #3688
the leader of the Empire has died without an heir, leaving the Galaxy in utter
chaos. You are in command of one fleet and one solar system, and up to four
people can play this incredible game of galactic supremacy. You must use
scouts to investigate nearby star systems and decide which ones are worth
colonizing and which are worth fighting for. You can also look at what
opponents are building to determine the size of your attack fleet, and build
transports to move troops and colonists to other star systems.

Although the author refers to this as a "demo" version, it contains more than
enough features to keep any gamer's interest. The graphics and playability are
excellent, and help and strategy hints are always available. 640K and at least
an EGA monitor are required.


Siege! 1.1 (SIEGE)  (10-93 CD)
   Strategic Solutions ASP
   $20
   #12565
is a game where you must try to capture more territory than your opponent.
You can play against computer-controlled players or a friend connected via
modem/comm port/network. Computer players can be "trained" using artificial
intelligence techniques, and the history of each player is saved for future
reference.


Space Exploration-Mission Alpha (SEMA)  (10-93 CD)
   Jeffrey R. Marken
   $15
   #20275
is an excellent Windows adaptation of the classic arcade game Lunar Lander.
You must safely land your spacecraft on the treacherous terrain of several
different planets, each with varying amounts of gravity and special
obstacles.

You must also successfully dock with an orbiting craft after your landing,
keeping a careful eye or your fuel level and horizontal/vertical speed.


Stardate 2140.2: Battles on Distant Planets 1.5 [BDP150] (12-93 CD)
   Glacier Edge Technology
   $15-$43
   #4125
is a complex sci-fi battlefield strategy game for Windows. In the scenario
provided, you must use your troops, tanks, rocket launchers, jets, and
helicopters to destroy all opposing force units before they take over the world.

You can play against the computer, against a human opponent, or watch the
computer battle itself. SoundBlaster compatible cards are supported. Over 400K
of disk space is required.


Stellar Empires 1.0 [STLEMP10] 11-93 CD
   Tahuya Bay Software
   $18
   #12646
is a fast paced game of galactic conquest. A player begins an empire
with a single star. Stars are added through colonization and
annexation of stars held by other empires. The game is complete when
there is only one empire left. The number of stars may vary from 50 to
1500 for short, medium or long games, and have from 2 to 12 players.


TailGunner 1.0a [TGUNNER] 11-93 CD
   Diversions Software
   $15
   #12613
is an action-packed space combat simulation. You are the tail-turret
gunner of a futuristic spaceship, and must fight off hundreds of
hostile ships as you try to escape enemy territory.

Plasma cannons and pulse lasers are your main weapons, and an optional
lock-shoot indicator helps you blow the bad guys out of the sky. Other
features include 256-color graphics, WAV sound support, and more.
Requires VBRUN300.


Warheads for Windows
   Steadle, Eric
   $17
   #3775
is an excellent version of the arcade classic Missile Command. Your job is to
protect your cities from an unending onslaught of incoming missiles. Watch out
for the dreaded Bomber, which appears from nowhere to pepper the skies with
deadly Smart Bombs. The graphics and playability are very good.

On two different test systems, when we first started the game, it ran very
slowly. We restarted Windows and the game and it ran at a more normal speed.


WOWSpill [WOWSPL] 11-93 CD
   World of Windows Software ASP
   $15
   #12614
is an arcade strategy game where you must connect random pieces of
pipe from a water faucet to a drain. Extra points are awarded for
using the bonus pieces and for creating intersections.

There are three different board sizes available, each with its own high
score board. This is a fast-paced, non-violent "thinking" game suitable
for the whole family. Requires VGA and 1 meg of free disk space.


Zanti! 1.2b (12-93 CD)
   Sheaffer, Patrick
   $5
   #20341
is an exciting multi-media arcade game. You must guide the Zanti aliens
into the hands of Earth's military. This is accomplished by connecting
pieces of a tunnel from the invader's ship to an ending piece. If you
have played any of the ôPipe Dreamö type games, you'll understand how
this works. There are great 256-color graphics and digitized WAV files
to add to the enjoyment of the game. This is available on 3.5" 1.44mb
MegaDisk and CD only.


BOARD AND STRATEGY GAMES:
=========================


Boxem 1.0 [BOXEM.ZIP] (12-93 CD)
   Flat Rabbit Software
   $18
   #20326
is a game of logic similar to "pen-the-pig" or "squares". The object of
the game is to build more boxes on the game grid than your opponent.
When a complete box is made, the box is removed to show a portion of a
picture which lies under the playing board. When all the boxes are made,
the complete picture becomes visible and a brief description of the
picture appears. This game features beautiful 256-color pictures and
high quality digitized sound clips. You can also add your own pictures,
sounds, and descriptions to the game. Requires WIN31, 4meg RAM, VGA,
mouse, and a hard disk. This is available on 3.5" 1.44mb MegaDisk and CD
only.


Brain Games for Windows 2.0
   WinWare
   $20
   #4501
contains a Battleship game set in outer space, a variation of peg
solitaire, tic-tac-toe, and several others. VBRUN200 is included.


Cell War 1.0
   Funk, Al ASP
   $5
   #12021
is a battle to the death for two rival microorganisms. As you place new
microbes on the grid, they will either grow and propagate or die depending on
their placement. You can play against a friend or a computer opponent with
variable levels of difficulty. Requires WIN31 and a mouse.


Dare to Dream 1: A Darkened Room
   Epic MegaGames ASP
   $34
   #20158
is an incredible graphic adventure game for Windows. Poor 10-year old
Tyler has been having some really bad dreams lately, and tonight he has
been transported into a shadowy nightmare world where he must confront
both his happiest memories and a sinister dark force.

You will explore many beautifully illustrated areas, solve some puzzles,
pick up and use various objects, chat with some unusual beings, and much
more in this commercial-quality game. Other features include an
excellent Sound Blaster-compatible sound track, an "easy" mode for
first-time players, and the ability to save and recall games. If you are
a fan of the Leisure Suit Larry/King's Quest type games, this game is
sure to please.

Requires VGA, a 286+, 1 MB of RAM, DOS 3.0+, and 2.5+ MB of hard disk
space. VBRUN100 is included on this disk. (Available on 3.5" 1.44mb
MegaDisk ONLY!)


Double Match 1.0 [DBM10]  (09-93 CD)
   Puraty, Dan
   $12
   #12475
is a colorful animated game of Concentration for Windows 3.1. Up to
four players take turns matching pictures to reveal parts of a hidden
phrase. You can play against computer opponents with intelligence levels
from dumb to expert.

Other features include amusing sound effects, top 10 score recording,
hidden bonus squares, and more. A sound card is recommended. VBRUN200
is included on this disk.


GatorBytes Game Pak  (08-93 CD)
   GatorBytes
   $10 each
   #20214
is a collection of three amusing games for Windows. In Frog Pond you
must try to remove all the frogs from a lily pad playing board and leave
one in the center. Connect It Up is a challenging game of Connect Four
with three difficulty levels. Elimination is an unusual dice game that
challenges you to beat the odds. VBRUN100 is included on this disk.
Available on 3.5" 1.44 MB MegaDisk only.


Get The Girl! [GTG]  (09-93 CD)
   JAB Software
   $20
   #20245 [2 disks]
is an adult oriented role-playing game for Windows. The goal of your
character is to successfully answer a series of questions by a
beautiful girl in hopes of going out with her.

When a question is asked, you must choose from a menu of possible
answers. If she likes your response, you are allowed more questions. The
256-color pictures, digitized voices/sound effects, and MIDI soundtrack
are very well done. Requires WIN31 and VBRUN200. A sound card is highly
recommended. (The authors can no longer be reached at the address
provided in the documentation.)


Lost in a Labyrinth 1.0
   AddSoft
   $20
   #20205 [3 disks]
is a spectacular three dimensional maze for Windows. It uses beautiful
ray-traced images to give you an accurate eyelevel perspective from
within the maze.

The caption of the window shows which direction you are travelling in,
to help you keep your bearings. Amusing statements pop up when you bump
into walls. Requires 256-color VGA display, a hard disk, and VBRUN200.


Mah Jongg For Windows 3.1 [MJW] 11-93 CD
   Balewski, Ron
   $20
   #4914
is a full-featured version of the Mah Jongg solitaire tile game. Ten
different tile sets are included; more can be created with a compatible
paint program and the accompanying PCX template. Requires VGA.


Maze Master 1.01
   The Flatirons Group ASP
   $12-$15
   #4686
is a maze generating game for Windows. It can produce simple mazes suitable
for young children to monster puzzles with invisible walls for adults.
Solving the puzzle is achieved by dragging the mouse-shaped cursor through
the maze from the entrance on the left to the exit on the right. If you get
stuck, the computer can solve the maze for you. Other features include
bonus scoring, high score hall of fame, maze printing, WAV sound support,
and more.


Mynes
   Freed, John
   $5
   #4450
is a variation of the Minesweeper game included with Windows 3.1. The major
difference is that you can give yourself up to five lives, so that a careless
slip doesn't blow 20 minutes of work. VGA is required.


NCC-1701 1.1
   Analytic Associates
   $20
   #4725
is Win31 version of the classic Star Trek type of game. Your mission is
to clear the spaceways of the deadly Klingons in the alloted time. There
are several Starbases scattered throughout the galaxy to assist you in
repairs. VBRUN200 is included on this disk.


Oil Baron 1.2 [OILBRN]  (08-93 CD)
   Funk, Al
   $10
   #12020
is a game of corporate takeover. The objective is to amass the largest
possible amount of wealth by creating companies and trading their stock.
You and your opponents take turns placing game pieces on the board, and if
you place a piece next to an existing one you can create a major
corporation. You can customize the size of the board, how much money each
player starts off with, and more. Requires WIN31.


Panzerkrieg for Windows 3.01
   Blue Chip Computing, Inc.
   $20
   #4734
is a two-player World War II combat simulation. Several scenarios are provided
that allow you to command units of varying types and capabilities. This game
is best played between two machines using a communications link, but it can be
played on a single computer. Average game time is 3 hours.


Rhapsody! A King Kong Battle 1.0 [RHAPSODY.ZIP] (12-93 CD)
   Marken, Jeffrey R.
   $10
   #12711
is an interesting 2-player strategy game for Windows. You must maneuver
your King Kong around the maze-like city to try to capture your
opponent. Each player's turn consists of giving his Kong directions
(North, South, East, or West) and the number of steps to take in that
direction. Your turn is ended if you run into a building or fail to
reach your opponent's location.


Search and Destroy 2.4
   Baron, Randy
   $10
   #4654
is a one-player game of Battleship for Windows. You and the computer
alternate turns bombing locations around the grid, searching for hidden
ships. It keeps a running tally of games won and lost, and a status
section tells which ships have been sunk on either side. Other features
include digitized speech and sound effects.


S.S. BattleShip for Windows 1.1  (10-93 CD)
   SimoneSystems Software
   $20
   #27866
is a multi-featured variation on the classic game of Battle Ship. Special
features include Islands, mines, minesweeping, submerged submarines, the
ability to move your Spy Ship, a high score hall of fame, and more.
Requires VGA and a mouse. VBRUN is included on this disk. (Available on 3.5"
1.44 MegaDisk and CD only.)


SPS Game Pack
   SP Services
   15 pounds Sterling
   #3793
is a collection of three games for Windows. ARACHNID and TOWERS are two
challenging variations of solitaire. MINES is a strategy game in which you
maneuver around a grid avoiding hidden bombs.


Stelly's Puzzle Potpourri
   James W. Stelly
   $15
   #3549
is a collection of three classic sliding tile puzzles. Interesting background
information is provided for each puzzle, and on-line help is readily available.


Taipei!
   Norris, Dave
   $10
   #3690
is an excellent game of Mahjongg for Windows 3.0. Features include beautiful
full-color tiles, selectable BMP backgrounds, user-defined tile layouts, and
an on-line help file. Several tough layouts are included. 400K of disk space
is required.


Tee Time 1.2 [TEETIME.ZIP] (12-93 CD)
   MerryWare
   $20
   #12715
is an interesting strategy/puzzle game based on Tetris. The object of
the game is to clear all the blocks on a 10x10 playing grid. The target
blocks do not fall but appear in a window for placement, and can be
rotated and reversed. The playing grid is divided into four 5x5
quadrants by two mirrors, one vertical and one horizontal. A row or
column clears when it can be divided into two halves that are "negative
mirrors" of each other. This is a very challenging game.


VB Jigsaw 1.0
   $0
   #12270
is a fantastic on-screen jigsaw puzzle. Unlike other jigsaw puzzles in
PsL that only split the screen into small rectangles, this one gives
your choice of several shapes, such as stars, circles in rectangles,
elipses, and more.

Any BMP graphic file can be used for a puzzle. The program will give
hints if you get stuck, and can also animate the solution for you. A
colorful Bart Simpson puzzle is provided. VB source code and VBRUN100
is included on this disk.


WinJig 0.9
   Tosa, Y.
   $1
   #12045
is a fun jigsaw puzzle game for Windows. It allows you to use any .BMP image
as the subject for the puzzle, and you can select various sizes for each
puzzle. A check feature shows all incorrectly placed pieces inverted to help
you solve the puzzle. Other features include WIN31 sound support, several
sample graphic files, and more.


[WINSAW] 11-93 CD
   LeVitt, Richard
   $0
   #12638
is a Windows jigsaw puzzle. You can load any Windows BMP image file
from disk and the program converts it into a random set of tiles which
you can select and drag into position to recreate the original
picture. Only the Windows BMP file format is supported but other
formats such as PCX and GIF can be converted into BMP files with
programs like Paint Shop. VGA and VBRUN300 required.


WinTrek 1.4
   Jaworski, Joe
   $20
   #20134 [2 disks]
is an excellent Trek-type game for Windows 3.1. It combines colorful
animated graphics with authentic digitized sound clips. Your mission (as
usual) is to clear your sector of hostile alien craft without being
disintegrated in the process. Requires 950K of hard disk space, VGA, and
a mouse.


WNDomino
   Thompson, Bill J.
   $10
   #4299
is a game of Double-Six dominoes for Windows. Unlike the DOS-based dominoes game
(on disk GA-05: #0828), this game only lets you see the last domino played in
each direction. This makes it more difficult to visualize what has been played,
although a chart on the side shows that info. The game seems to be a little
flakey under Windows 3.1. Despite the "flaws", this is a fun game of dominoes.
VBRUN is required.


CARD/CASINO GAMES:
=================

Bridge For Windows
   Full Circle Software
   $53
   #12119
is a simple bridge game for novices. It deals random hands, but picks
the best for you and the second best hand for your partner, so you don't
ever get to defend. You always bid first, which limits the type of
bidding you do. The bidding and play of the game are pretty weak. The
user interface is cluttered, very slow, poorly designed, and buggy.

To add insult to injury, the $49 (plus $4 shipping) registration fee is
much higher than retail bridge games (available from PsL) like Omar
Sharif ($39) and Bridge 7 ($35), both of which are much more
sophisticated.

So why are we adding this program? Well, for one thing, despite its
short comings, it should be enjoyable for novices, and it is the only
shareware bridge game for Windows. (A shareware bridge game for DOS is
in the library, but is not much better.)

In addition, we have seen this program raved about in other shareware
catalogs which charge you for TWO disks, the second of which just has
VBRUN100 on it. PsL offers it on one disk without VBRUN, which many
people already have. If you need VBRUN100, you can order disk #9015 from
PsL.


Calculation Solitaire
   Thomas, Daniel ASP
   $15-$20
   #20003/3334
is a well-done game of solitaire. Features include card dragging, saved top
scores, multiple difficulty levels, hints, and more.


Canfield for Windows
   Thomas, Daniel ASP
   $20
   #20003/4037
is an interesting and fun variation of solitaire. If its five levels of
difficulty are not enough, you can define your own levels. Other features
include cheating, auto-play, hints, extensive help, and much more. This is a
very nicely done game, with many challenging options.


CardShark Bridge Tutor Level I
   Ford, Nelson ASP
   $25
   #12079
assumes you know absolutely nothing about bridge and teaches you everything
you need to know to bid and play a good, sound game. It is also a good review
course for experienced players. This is an interactive tutorial which displays
deals, asks frequent questions for reinforcement, and has review quizzes.

Level I consists of one course on Play and four on Bidding: (1) Intro to
Bridge & Opening Bids, (2) Responding to Opening Bids, (3) Rebids by Opener,
(4) Competitive Bidding. The course on Play covers basic offense and defensive
play. Advanced course files are commercially available covering intermediate
and advanced bidding and play, conventions, specific bidding systems, etc.


CardShark Hearts 4.06 [CSHEARTS] (12-93 CD)
   Ford, Nelson ASP
   $29
   #4361
lets you play Hearts against three computer hands. Features include an
AutoPlay/Hint mode, Show All Hands, automatic cash-in when one hand has
all high cards remaining or when all points are in, animated players
with digitized sounds, user selectable playing styles and strengths, and
the ability to change your mind after selecting a card but before
playing it.

Other features include a "Duplicate" mode, which lets the computer
replay your hand against the other computerized players and a Ten/Jack
of Diamonds =-10 option. This is one Hearts game you will have a tough
time beating. A mouse is required. (Ask for free disk #9016 if you need
VBRUN200, which is also required.)


Casino BlackJack for Windows 2.1s
   Pyramid Software Development
   $10
   #12235
lets you play the game of blackjack against the computer. You can play
from one to four decks, and start out with up to $100,000 to bet with.
The game allows multiple splits and doubling down, and lets you
customize the rules. Strategic hints are displayed, as well as an
optional card-counting chart. This is an entertaining game with nice
graphics. A 386SX or higher is recommended.


Ecneuqes 1.1 [ECNEUQ]  (09-93 CD)
   Smith, Matthew L.
   $10
   #12476
is an unusual combination board/card game. The object of the game is to
place chips on the playing board matching the corresponding card
played from your hand. The first player with two rows of five chips wins
the game.

Features include game save/recall, multimedia sound support, two levels
of play difficulty, and more. Requires VBRUN300.


Keno for Windows 1.2a [KENO] 11-93 CD
   Hofer, Don
   $10
   #12617
is based on the popular Vegas gambling game. You start out with a
bankroll of $500. You choose from 1-12 picks and place a bet. Twenty
numbers will be selected at random and matches are labeled a hit. If
enough hits are obtained it produces a payout according to the odds.
VGA required.


Pyramid Solitaire
   Waddell, James
   $0
   #12236
is an interesting variation of solitaire for Windows. The object is to
clear all cards from the pyramid by selecting pairs of cards that total
13 points. A mouse is required.



Solitaire Pak
   Waddell, James
   $0
   #12304
is a set of four card games for Windows. Included are Acey-Ducey, Golf
Solitaire, Poker Solitaire, and Pyramid Solitaire. A 386-20 with 2 meg
RAM is recommended, and a hard disk and VGA is required.


Super Craps 1.0 for Windows [CRAPS]  (08-93 CD)
   Chris Peterson
   $25
   #20226
is a colorful game of craps for up to two players. It features animated
rolling dice, casino-style betting, and digitized WAV files with talking
commentary for systems with sound cards.

This game does not provide help for novices, so you must have at least a
fundamental knowledge of the game of craps. Requires VGA and a hard
drive. Available on 3.5" 1.44mb MegaDisk and CD only.


Super Video Poker [SVPOKE]  (08-93 CD)
   Elton Inada
   $15
   #12396
is a game of Jacks-or-better video poker for Windows 3.1. It will also
let you play a Joker's Wild variation. Other features include clever
card animations, sound effects, a probability/statistics display, best
hand suggestions, user-defined payoff tables, and an autoplay mode.

Games can be saved and restored, and all hands can be saved to a disk
file. There is also a cheat mode, to make playing a little easier.
Context-sensitive help is available at all times. Requires a 640x480 VGA
display.


Thieves and Kings 1.2 [THINGS]  (09-93 CD)
   Pixel Perfect
   $20
   #12019
contains two challenging solitaire games for Windows: King's Corners and Forty
Thieves.


Vegas 1.0
   DeskSoft
   $39
   #12430
is a blackjack game for Windows. It includes VBCARDS.DLL which is required by
other shareware card games. VBRUN100 is included on this disk.


Video Poker 1.3S [VPOKER]  (08-93 CD)
   Pyramid Software Development
   $10
   #12237
is a nice 5-card draw video poker game for Windows. You can bet from one
to five coins, and high hands are automatically highlighted before you
draw. Other features include editable payoff schedule, WAV sound
support for WIN31 users, and keyboard/mouse input.


WinJack 2.2
   Linddicoet, Brett
   $12-$19
   #2902
is a game of Blackjack for Windows. You can double down, split, buy insurance,
and more. The program is fast, with well-done graphics and animation. This is
an excellent simulation, with many playing options available.


WinBJ
   Skylight Software
   $20
   #4298
is an advanced casino blackjack game for Windows. Features include animated
dealing, card counting help, win/loss statistics, a tutor, and much more. You
can double down, split, buy insurance, and surrender. The tutor can also
automatically pop up to offer help from several different playing strategies.


WORD & TRIVIA GAMES:
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Cipher for Windows
   Anderson, Nels ASP
   $17-$26
   #3768
is a cryptogram-quotes game. Several puzzles are included and you can easily
create more. Features include on-line help, hints, save/restore, a hall of fame,
and much more.


Cross Words Deluxe 1.0 [CWD]   (10-93 CD)
   Strategic Solutions ASP
   $20
   #12474
is an electronic crossword puzzle book for Windows. Features include
clue assistance, answer peek, and auto-save of work in progress. The 25
puzzles included can be solved on screen or printed.


Crossword Clipper for Windows
   PC Help-Line ASP
   $50
   #4120
is a crossword puzzle layout/publishing tool for puzzles created with the DOS
program Crossword Creator (#7440/1840). This program is not an editor, but a
customizable viewer with a WYSIWYG display that lets you re-size the grid,
select fonts, and more. It makes full use of the Windows Clipboard for pasting
puzzles and clues into other applications. VBRUN is included with this
package.


DeQuoter 1.0 [DEQUOT]  (08-93 CD)
   Shadoware
   $12
   #12394
is a fantastic game that challenges you to decipher famous quotations.
When one of the 200 quotes is displayed, you have five minutes to move
all the letters into the correct spaces. Hints can be given at a cost of
30 seconds each.

The digitized sound and music is very well done, and the 256-color
animations are equally impressive. Other features include a high score
list, and bonus time when your score reaches 1000. Requires Windows 3.1.
A sound card is optional, but highly recommended.


Grids 4 Kids
   Pritchett, Glenn
   $15
   #3974
is a set of four games for children 6-10: Tic-Tac-Toe, a Concentration type
game, Simon Says pattern matching, and a simple code decipher game. High
scores are kept for each player. This is a very attractive, well-done package.
VBRUN is included with this package, and a hard disk or high density floppy is
required.


Hangem 1.0
   Jarrett, Eric
   $5
   #4904
is a Windows version of the well-known word-guessing game. One or two
players can play, and a game can be won with as few as 2 or as many as
30 correctly guessed words. Two-player games have the option of entering
your own words for your opponent to guess. VBRUN200 is included on this
disk.


KBS: Crosswords for Windows
   KBS Systems
   $25
   #4397
is a crossword puzzle game for Windows. Ten puzzles are included with three
different skill levels available for each one. You can either drag a letter to
it's intended spot, or you may click on a clue and type in the answer. Other
features include a cheat mode that instantly fills in a word, the ability to
save partially solved puzzles, a puzzle solve option, and more. VBRUN is
required.


The Scrambler 1.0
   DunsonWare
   $7
   #20162 [3 disks]
is a word-scramble game. Difficulty ranges from beginner to advanced, so this
game is suitable for both children and adults. To further increase the challenge
you can also set time limits. Other features include a cheat mode that changes
the letters to green when you have them in the correct order, digitized sound
support for systems with sound cards, high score table, and more.


Spin'n Win 1.0a (SNW10A)  (10-93 CD)
   Dan Puraty
   $12
   #12566
is a unique animated version of Wheel of Fortune for Windows 3.1. Up to
three players take turns spinning for dollar amounts and trying to guess
letters to solve a phrase.

Features include an editable phrase file, customizable WAV sound file support,
top-10 high score record, bonus rounds, and more. This is a fun game for all
ages. Requires VBRUN200. <SPIN.PCX>


WinWheel 1.7 [WINWHE]  (09-93 CD)
   Mueller, Russell ASP
   $19
   #3550
is a Wheel of Fortune type game. VBRUN100 is required.


Other Games:
============

Baseball Stats 3.1 [BASESTAT]  (09-93 CD)
   MOJO Software
   $25
   #20257 [2 disks]
keeps track of Little League, Softball, and School Baseball Team
statistics. It automatically calculates the batting average, on-base
percentage and slugging percentage of the players. A variety of sorting
options are provided. After each game, you simply input the new figures
and the averages will update automatically. Stats can be printed, and
a phone book can also be printed. VBRUN300 is included.


Basketball Stats 1.1 [BBSTAT]  (09-93 CD)
   #20244 [2 disks]
   MOJO Software
   $25
keeps track of youth and school basketball team statistics. Averages are
automatically calculated after you input the new figures after each
game. It also keeps track of player names and telephone numbers. All
data may be sorted and printed. VBRUN300 is included.


Football Stats 1.4 [FBSTAT]  (09-93 CD)
   MOJO Software
   $25
   #20258 [2 disks]
helps keep track of Youth and School Football Team statistics. You
simply input the new figures after each game and the average and
percentage fields will update automatically. It also keeps track of
player names and telephone numbers. Stat sheets and phone books may be
printed. VBRUN300 is included.


The Cube 1.0
   KillTime Software
   $15
   #12046
is a rotating cube puzzle. Skill levels range from Beginner to Master.
Requires VGA and a mouse.


The Greens 1.5 [GREENV]  (08-93 CD)
   Shadoware
   $22
   #12302
is an exciting game of miniature golf for Windows. This version includes
six challenging holes, complete with water and lava hazards, bridges,
and dimensional portals. The angle of your shot and the power of your
swing are controlled with the mouse.

If your ball goes into the water or lava you'll have to start the hole
over, so you will have to quickly learn to putt accurately. The
beautiful color graphics and excellent sound effects add a high level of
realism to play.

Other features include an original MIDI soundtrack, up to four player
competition, high scores list, and much more. 256color VGA is required.


HorseCalc 1.1a
   Track Research
   $35
   #12062
is an easy-to-use thoroughbred handicapping calculator. You simply enter seven
data items (jockey's winning %, horse's wins, Beyer speed rating, etc.) for
each horse you want to evaluate. The program will then calculate an Overall
Ability Rating to help you choose the best bet. VBRUN100 is on this disk.


Matches
   Quality Concepts
   $10
   #3301
is a unique "Concentration" game. In addition to trying to remember/match hidden
pictures, there is an option to match pictures and words. This is an excellent
game for both children and adults. A hard disk is required. (The authors are
no longer at the address provided in the documentation.)


Memory Tiles
   Patch, Kevin L.
   $10
   #3956
is an attractive Concentration type game. You can use either shapes or pictures
for tiles, or a combination of both. Several different sizes of playing grids
are provided, or you can create a custom grid of any dimensions.


NFL Forecaster 2.0w [4CASTER] 11-93 CD
   Tylutki, George ASP
   $20
   #12645
assigns each NFL team an offense and defense ranking and a sum ranking
(offense and defense combined) using scores from previous games. Based
on these rankings Forecaster predicts winners of games and the point
spreads. You can maintain various statistics and print several types
of reports.


Personal Golf Tracker 1.1 [PGT11] (12-93 CD)
   Hancock, John ASP
   $25
   #20334/12410 [2 disks]
is a golf score database with extensive analysis of your golf game. You
can calculate handicaps, averages, scores, statistics, improvement,
Points, and more. This is suitable for individual golfers or leagues.
Includes VBRUN200 on the second disk.


Statkeeper 1.3 [STATKEEP]  (09-93 CD)
   Shipley, William G.
   $25
   #12494
records golf scores and course information. You can generate
statistics including averages for par 3's, 4's and 5's and number of
birdies, pars, and bogies. You can also calculate 18 hole and 9 hole
handicaps based on 1993 USGA rules. VBRUN200.DLL included.


Planaria
   Douglass, Bruce Powel
   $0
   #4838
is a Windows version of the classic Snake type game. You wander the
screen as a hungry worm, devouring cute little kittens and avoiding all
obstacles (including your own ever-lengthening tail). Each time you
ingest a feline holes appear in your tail, providing additional escape
routes.


Scorekeeper 1.3
   Shipley, William G.
   $35
   #4124
helps keep records of each of your golf rounds, as well as course
information. Handicaps are calculated using the USGA Handicap System.
Equitable Stroke Control adjustments are made automatically for all
scores entered hole by hole.

The adjusted score for each round is shown when scores are listed, and
your current handicap as well as a graphical plot of your handicap for
the last year can be displayed. Statistics for stroke averages, number
of birdies, pars, and bogies can also be displayed. VBRUN200 is included
with this package.


Triple Yahoo! 2.0F  (12-93 CD)
   Puraty, Dan
   $10
   #12305
is a Windows version of Triple Yahtzee for up to four players. After
each roll the game automatically displays the available score, and you
can choose the score that you decide is best for each column. Point
values in the 2nd and 3rd columns are doubled and tripled.

Other features include WAV sound file support, a high score list,
amusing dice animation, and more. Requires WIN31 or Windows MME, and
VBRUN200.


WinAdv
   $0
   Strobl, Wolfgang
   #3872
is the classic text adventure Colossal Cave redone for Windows 3. It retains the
feel of the original game while adding some distinct Windows advantages. A
scrolling text window provides descriptions of your surroundings, and an input
window allows you to click on directional buttons or type in other commands.
Games can easily be saved/recalled, and on-line help is provided.

As a bonus, this program will also run in DOS, instead of giving the customary
"This program requires Windows" message. This is an excellent and refreshing
adaptation of the Grandfather of all adventure games.


WinFish 1.0 [WINFISH]  (09-93 CD)
   Novotak, Andrew
   $19
   #20247
is an incredible multimedia fishing simulator. You can select your own
rod, reel, and bait depending on which type of fish you're angling for.
The fish finder helps you locate a spot containing fish.

When a strike occurs, you'll have to be quick to set the hook or you'll
be telling stories about the one that got away. This game features
beautiful 256-color animations and realistic digitized audio clips.
Requires WIN31, 3meg RAM, and VGA. Available on 3.5" 1.44mb MegaDisk and
CD ONLY!


WinGO! [WINGO]  (09-93 CD)
   Dolan, Bob
   $10-$15
   #12479
is a fun and challenging game of Bingo for Windows. It allows you to
play against several different levels of computer opponents. Other
features include multi-card games, high score listing, speed control,
and more. VBRUN200 is included on this disk.


Windows Coloring Book 1.0 [WCB10A, WCB10B]  (09-93 CD)
   Kinderware
   $30
   #20246 [2 disks]
allows children to use over 400 colors and patterns to color pictures on
the computer. Up to ten different users can choose their own icon and
save their creations for later viewing or continued coloring.

The simple mouse-based controls are suitable for ages 3 and up, and an
easy mode can be selected to remove potentially complicated menu
commands. Pictures may be printed in black and white or color. This is
an excellent tool for teaching eye-hand coordination while encouraging
individual artistic expression. Requires Windows 3.0+, VGA, 4 meg RAM,
hard drive, and a mouse. VBRUN200 is included on these disks.


Z&Z Color 1.0 (ZZCOLOR)  (10-93 CD)
   Jason Balmuth
   $18
   #12567
is a color-by-number program for children ages 3 and up. This entertaining
package helps teach colors, numbers, letters, and improves memory skills.
Several pictures are included and you may also create your own. Requires 2
meg RAM and a mouse.


Windows Lotto 1.0
   Data Solutions ASP
   $38-$49
   #27867/4653 [2 disks]
is a lottery analysis program for Windows. It provides a comprehensive set
of analysis charts for handicapping lottery numbers, and features a Quick
Pick option that picks the best numbers to play.

Numbers that are picked can be used with any of 24 wheeling systems, and
the program also checks resulting bet tickets for winning matches. This is
compatible with all lotteries that pick 5, 6, or 7 numbers including
Powerball. Sample data from Florida lotteries is included. VBRUN is
included on this set.


Windows Slot Machine 0.3
   BFM Software
   $11
   #4443
is an animated slot machine game for Windows 3.1. You just click on the
quarter to bet, and click on the handle to start rolling. Ad Lib compatible
sound cards are supported, and you can edit payoff combinations.


Windows Wizard
   Campbell, George
   $0
   #4431
is an animated fortune-telling game. You simply type in a question, and the
Wizard will answer you in an eerie voice. (The Wizard's mouth moves and eyes
blink.) Requires Windows 3.1, sound card, and VBRUN.

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