Index

KYE HELP INDEX

_______________________________________________________________________

Game Overview

Playing KYE

Moving KYE

Game Elements

Menu Commands

Status Bar

The Game of KYE Deluxe


GAME OVERVIEW

_______________________________________________________________________

KYE is a game of thought and strategy.  Though it may seem simple at first, its simplicity offers many unique challenges.  The many elements of KYE can interact to provide some brain-busting conundrums.

The objective of KYE is to traverse a maze and collect all of the diamonds that are placed throughout it.  OK, its really not that simple.  There are many items which act as obstacles to your quest.  There are blocks and marbles which move an fall across your path.  There are even beasts which will track you down and destroy you, if given the chance.  There's a lot to consider when walking these mazes.

However, we should point out that this is not a game of fast speed mouse-moves as much as it is of fast thinking.

All levels can be completed by following a simple path.  Speed of movement is not a factor in successfully navigating a maze.

Be prepared, we have placed some of the most intriguing mazes in this Game Pack version of KYE.  If you are up to the task of solving those we have placed here, then you may want to check out The Game of KYE Deluxe.  Further information on the complete game is included in this help file.

_______________________________________________________________________

Related Topics:

Playing KYE

Moving KYE

Game Elements

Menu Commands

Status Bar


PLAYING KYE

_______________________________________________________________________

When KYE begins, you are in the first of several mazes which constitute the game.  You must move the Kye (the green circle) through the maze to collect all of the Diamonds in it.  Kye can be moved using either the mouse or the keyboard.

The walls of the KYE maze are made of gray blocks.  These are impenetrable by Kye or any other character in the game.  Kye can, however, move through the yellow Soft Blocks.  Once doing so these blocks are destroyed, and anything they are holding back is then released into the maze.

Kye can also push Solid Blocks (as long as there is nothing impeding their movement).  these blocks can be very valuable.  Moving them out of the way can help Kye gain access to a diamond or block the path of an attacking Beast.

You will also encounter Arrow Blocks and Arrow Marbles in the KYE maze.  When freed, they will move in the direction of their arrow.  Care should be taken that they have someplace to go, or they could present problems for Kye.

Special items such as the Magnets and Turning Blocks also aid Kye in manipulating the mazes before him.  You will need to become quite familiar with them if you are to succeed in completing the game.

_______________________________________________________________________

Related Topics:

Game Overview

Moving KYE

Game Elements

Menu Commands

Status Bar


MOVING KYE

_______________________________________________________________________

You can move Kye throughout the mazes using either the keyboard or the mouse.  KYE incorporates a unique new way to visually see the results of moving the character on-screen.  A phantom Kye will appear whenever the movement commands are given faster than Kye can travel.  Kye will then move to keep up with the phantom.

Mouse

You can move Kye using the mouse by indicating where you wish Kye to travel and "clicking" with the left mouse button.  Kye will then attempt to navigate a straight path to the phantom Kye.

You can also move Kye in a continuous fashion by "dragging" the mouse with the left mouse button held down.

Kye can move diagonally, but only if the adjacent squares are clear.

Keyboard

You can move Kye using the keyboard by using the cursor keys on the numeric keypad.  The NumLock key must be turned off.

The Home, PgUp, End, and PgDn keys allow Kye to move in a diagonal direction.

Kye can move diagonally, but only if the adjacent squares are clear.

_______________________________________________________________________

Related Topics:

Game Overview

Playing KYE

Game Elements

Menu Commands

Status Bar


GAME ELEMENTS

_______________________________________________________________________

KYE contains many different game elements.  All of these elements combine to make the various mazes in the game dastardly difficult to solve.  These elements fall into four basic groups.  They are:

KYE

This is the main character of the game.  Kye is moved throughout the maze in his search for diamonds using either the keyboard or the mouse.

The Phantom Kye is used to move the Kye across the screen.  The phantom can move anywhere in the playfield regardless of any obstacles.  Kye then attempts follow the phantom.

Blocks

The Soft Block is one that Kye can move through.  However, it is destroyed as soon as Kye travels through it.

The Solid Block can not be destroyed by Kye, however, it can be pushed out of the way if it is not blocked by another object.

Arrows

The Arrow Blocks move in the direction of the arrow when they are not held in place by another object.  When they hit an obstacle they stop dead in their tracks.

The Arrow Marbles act the same as the Arrow Blocks, however they have the ability to roll off of one another or any other round object in the game (with the exception of Kye).

Bouncing Arrow Blocks will move throughout the KYE playfield, bouncing back and forth between any two objects they can.

Special Items

Turning Blocks turn any arrow item which hit them.  There are two types, clockwise and counter-clockwise.  They impart a spin to the arrow blocks causing them to change direction.

Timer Blocks count down until they read zero (0) and then they disappear.  Care should be taken to note the state of any timer blocks so that you can be prepared for when they release.

Emitters send out new arrow items whenever they are timed to do so.  There are two types.  The red-handed Emitters send out Arrow Marbles, while their blue cousins send out Arrow Blocks.

Fire Pits destroy anything unlucky enough to wander into them.  They can be very useful when trying to get rid of objects or  beasts {hint}.

Magnets allow Kye to pickup and move an on-screen object.  When Kye moves next to a magnet, it will attach itself to Kye.  Kye can then use the other end of the magnet to pick up an object.

Beasts are the adversaries in KYE.  If Kye wanders too close to a beast, Kye will lose a life.

One-Way doors only allow Kye to pass in the direction indicated by the flashing arrow on the floor.

Diamonds are the goal of Kye.  It is up to Kye to finish a level by collecting all of the diamonds on every level.

_______________________________________________________________________

Related Topics:

Game Overview

Playing KYE

Moving KYE

Menu Commands

Status Bar


MENU COMMANDS

_______________________________________________________________________

GAME

Pause (Alt-P)

Halts all action on the playfield.  The title-bar indicates that the game is in paused mode.

Enable/Disable Sound (Alt-S)

Turns on/off sound on systems equipped with a Windows compatible audio card.

Exit (Alt-X)

Ends the current game of KYE.

LEVEL

Restart Level (Alt-R)

Restarts the current level.  This is useful if you manage to get Kye trapped, or have created a situation in which it is impossible to finish the level.

Levels

Lists the names of all of the levels which have been completed so far.  If you wish to replay a level, you can simply choose it from the menu.

_______________________________________________________________________

Related Topics:

Game Overview

Playing KYE

Moving KYE

Game Elements

Status Bar


STATUS BAR

_______________________________________________________________________

At the bottom of the KYE screen is a status bar which contains important information regarding the state of the current game.  The following graphic shows the various areas of the status bar.

Lives

This is the number of lives which Kye has left.  Kye can only lose a life if attacked by a monster.

Level Number

This is the number of the current level.  There are twenty-five (25) levels in KYE.

Number of Diamonds

This is the number of diamonds which remain in the level.  Kye must collect all the diamonds remaining to finish a level.

Hint Text

This text provides a clue as to the best way to proceed in completing the level.

_______________________________________________________________________

Related Topics:

Game Overview

Playing KYE

Moving KYE

Game Elements

Menu Commands


The Game of KYE Deluxe

_______________________________________________________________________

If you are intrigued by KYE, and are up to a challenge, you should check out The Game of KYE Deluxe from Apriori Software Corporation.  The Game of KYE Deluxe is a GREATLY enhanced version of this sampler version of KYE.  Some of the new features of KYE Deluxe are listed below.

Exciting New Features:

200+ Levels

KYE Deluxe features over 200 of the most challenging puzzles ever designed for a computer game.  Each one of these new levels takes full advantage of the many new features unique to KYE Deluxe, enhancing the challenge and game experience.

A New Level Editor

You can also create your own challenges for KYE Deluxe by creating your own unique levels.  You can even exchange levels with friends to challenge them with your own devilish conundrums.

Exciting New Graphics

KYE Deluxe features all new 3D graphics.  KYE Deluxe also fully supports all 16 and 256 color cards under Windows for stunning visual effects.

Expanded Animation

All characters in KYE Deluxe now feature enhanced animation.  Creative animation brings character to each of the various monsters, traps, and creatures in KYE Deluxe enhancing gameplay.

Enhanced Sound Support

KYE Deluxe fully supports all sound cards under Windows.  Each action is easily identifiable by its sound.  Clues as to how to best solve a level can also be gleaned by carefully listening to the high-quality sound effects.

Sound Configuration

You can also customize the sounds in KYE Deluxe any way you wish.  All of the sounds are user configurable and can be replaced with any standard Windows audio file you choose.

Selectable Difficulty

You can set the difficulty of KYE Deluxe to best challenge you.  You can also challenge yourself as you work your way through to becoming a KYE Expert.

New Scoring

KYE Deluxe allows you to keep score and challenge your friends and co-workers for best score.  A high-score table lets you keep track of the KYE Champion and Challengers.

New Beasts

KYE Deluxe incorporates several new beasts and monster types each with their own unique character.  Understanding how to complete the KYE maze may rely on best understanding your adversary.

Traps and Bonuses

Traps and Bonuses have been added to KYE Deluxe.  You'll have to be careful to avoid the traps, but the bonuses may be very important if you are to successful navigate the maze.

New 3-D Interface

KYE Deluxe also features a much improved and enhanced 3D interface.  With all of these new features, we also made them more fun to use...  and to PLAY!

KYE Deluxe also features SO MUCH MORE...

Look for it soon from Apriori Software Corporation


Kye
This is the main character of the game.  Kye is moved throughout the maze in his search for diamonds using either the keyboard or the mouse.


Phantom
The Phantom Kye is used to move the Kye across the screen.  The phantom can move anywhere in the playfield regardless of any obstacles.  Kye then attempts follow the phantom.


Arrow Blocks
The Arrow Blocks move in the direction of the arrow when they are not held in place by another object.  When they hit an obstacle they stop dead in their tracks.


Arrow Marbles
The Arrow Marbles act the same as the Arrow Blocks, however they have the ability to roll off of one another or any other round object in the game (with the exception of Kye).


Soft Blocks
The Soft Block is one that Kye can move through.  However, it is destroyed as soon as Kye travels through it.


Solid Blocks
The Solid Block can not be destroyed by Kye, however, it can be pushed out of the way if it is not blocked by another object.


Turning Blocks
Turning Blocks turn any arrow item which hit them.  There are two types, clockwise and counter-clockwise.  They impart a spin to the arrow blocks causing them to change direction.


Magnets
Magnets allow Kye to pickup and move an on-screen object.  When Kye moves next to a magnet, it will attach itself to Kye.  Kye can then use the other end of the magnet to pick up an object.


Beasts
Beasts are the adversaries in KYE.  If Kye wanders too close to a beast, Kye will lose a life.


Diamonds
Diamonds are the goal of Kye.  It is up to Kye to finish a level by collecting all of the diamonds on every level.


Apriori Software Corporation

63 Washington Ave.

Streamwood, IL  60107

You can contact us via CompuServe at ID# 71333,273