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C I P H E R
for Windows
Crypto-Quotes Puzzle Game
Release 1.1 September 1, 1994
Nels Anderson
585 Edmands Road
Framingham, MA 01701
U.S.A.
DESCRIPTION: Cipher for Windows 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 use the help system.
REQUIREMENTS: Cipher for Window runs under the Microsoft Windows 3.x
environment and is known to work in EGA, VGA and some SuperVGA modes.
SHAREWARE: Cipher for Windows 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. U.S. residents should include $2 shipping for the
standard version or $4 for the deluxe version. Foreign shipping is
$4 for either version. Disk vendors, please see VENDOR.TXT for
distribution requirements.
FILES: The files included in Cipher for Windows v1.1 are as follows:
CIPHERWN.EXE Cipher program
BWCC.DLL Run time library
CIPHERWN.DOC Documentation (instructions)
CIPHERWN.TXT This file
CIPHERWN.HLP Help data file
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
FILE_ID.DIZ Standard program description for BBSes
CATALOG.EXE Runnable catalog of other products
All these files MUST be included when distributing this program. If
you archive the program for distribution through BBSes, please use
the name CIPHWN11.ZIP (or .LZH, .PAK, etc. as appropriate).
SUPPORT: Support for this software is provided through the )(evious
BBS. Call 508-788-6951 (300 through 28000 bps HST/v.32/v.34, 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 hi-res 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 VGA, 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
TMATCH: A variation on concentration solitaire or "memory", but
adds multiple player version (up to four players) or play
against the computer. Many scoring and difficulty settings
allow use by any age player. Uses the same tiles for
playing pieces as Mah Jongg solitaire and includes the tile
editor.
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
or any version of Tile Match.
CIPHER: A word puzzle game, yet it uses hi-res VGA or EGA graphics
for displays (mouse optional). Also will run in text mode
(MS-DOS version). Includes over 30 puzzles to solve;
registered version comes with over 200 additional puzzles.
You can also enter your own already encrypted puzzles.
Versions for both MS-DOS and Microsoft Windows are available.
Additional puzzle collections are also available.
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.
"...so habit forming you'd better not start playing if
you have anything else to do."
-- PC Magazine, vol. 10 #17 (10/15/91)
"RATING: 10.0" (highest rating)
-- Patrick Grote
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 508-788-6951. Use
the command "CREDIT" to order.
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Cipher for Windows is copyright 1994 by Nels Anderson. All rights reserved.
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