Bike or Die! v1.2b
(C)2004 Szymon Ulatowski @ toyspring.com
Changes since 1.1
- Supports the Treo 600 Left/Right/Select keys
- Beam levelpacks from the levelpack selector
- Option to drop network connection on exit (useful when sharing one connector for network and hotsync)
- Bug fixed: Was not compatible with some nonstandard launchers
- Bug fixed: No auto off while replaying the game
- Bug fixed: Level result databases are now marked for backup
- Bug fixed: Problem with long levelpack names (the level results were not stored)
- Bug fixed: Beamed recordings and levelpacks were not stored on the receiving device
- Bug fixed: Possible fatal error after beating a high score when the recording options are set to "Ask"
- Numerous minor bugs fixes and improvements
Changes since 1.0
- Bike color selector (Options/Display)
- Supports the additional Zodiac buttons
- Bug fixed: Problems while submitting scores from the palm
- Bug fixed: Up/Down not restarting the game in Tungsten T3 landscape mode
- Bug fixed: Tungsten T3 auto off during the game
- Bug fixed: Tungsten C application buttons not trapped
Shareware
This game is shareware. You should register if you use it often.
The demo version is restricted to 5 levels. After registering, you will get your personal unlocking code, which will allow you to play all 25 builtin levels and the unlimited number of additional levelpacks.
Use this link to purchase the registration code on Handango.com.
Installation
Please install one of the 3 supplied PRC files. Any of the 3 versions will work on any device, but you will miss some features if you install the wrong file.
- BikeOrDie-1.2b-Hires.prc - Will use the enhanced display capabilities of the high resolution PalmOS 5 devices. It requires most memory. Use this file if you own a PalmOS 5 device with the High Resolution screen.
- BikeOrDie-1.2b-Lowres.prc - Doesn't use the high resolution, even if it's supported by the device. It has lower memory requirements. You should install it if you have a color enabled but not high resolution device.
- BikeOrDie-1.2b-BW.prc - Doesn't use the color display. It is the smallest version, suitable for the oldest PalmOS devices.
How to upgrade: Just install the new prc file, don't delete the previous version.
Compatibility: This version supports a new way of cooperation with the level editor. You should upgrade to Bike or Design v1.1 if you are using the level editor.
Note: Some older OS4-based Sony CLIE devices have the High Resolution screen, but the game will not use it. These devices are too slow to provide the acceptable framerate on a 320x320 display.
Rules
- Get all checkpoint flags (red)
- Finish the race by the checkered flag as soon as possible
- Avoid obstacles
On some levels there is no finish flag - just get all red flags to complete the race. Similarly, when there are no red flags you can go to the finish flag immediately.
Controls
There are 5 game buttons:
- Forward: push the pedals
- Brake: stop the bike
- Balance Left & Right: push the bike slightly to maintain balance and help with freestyle tricks
- Flip: allows you to go in the opposite direction.
Use the menu Options/Control to redefine those keys. "Disable other keys" will deactivate unused application buttons.
Additional controls:
- Click and drag on the screen to look around
- Use the Up/Down keys to restart the game
Performance
You can try different display settings to tune the game performance. Use the menu Options/Display to change the display setting. Basicaly, you will gain performance by disabling the high resolution (OS5), additional details, textures or switching to the black and white mode.
Level Editor
Create your own levels for "Bike or Die!". See the "Bike or Design" product page on Handango.com for more details.
Internet Hall of Fame
You can send your best scores to the Internet Hall of Fame.
Just use the menu Rec/Submit my best times if your palm is configured for the internet.
Visit http://bike.toyspring.com/ to see your current position in the Time Trial and Freestyle Competition.
Support
Use the following e-mail address if you have any questions about this software:
support@toyspring.com