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Version History
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Version History:
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Changes in version 2.8:
• fixed the problem in v2.7 that prevented the game from running on 680x0 Macs
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Changes in version 2.7:
• updated with my new address
• fixed bug where starting level 0 could be selected
• fixed bug where new high score files were created with wrong creator id
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Changes in version 2.6:
• converted to a "fat binary" running native on both 680x0 and PowerPC Macs
• added new diamond pieces with distribution
• replaced Peter Wagner Short Sample with Animal Instinct
• added error message when reg name and reg code don't match
• fixed bug with conflict between show_help and Aaron
• enabled correct operation when "Tetris Max Data" folder is a Finder alias
• added highlighting of latest high score in high score list
• made current music, pieces, background selections visible in prefs dialog
• added checking for corrupted/malformatted high scores file
• fixed bug where computer "autoplay" could cause weird phantom menu selections
• fixed high score saver so it wouldn't create corrupt output files
• consolidated registration form to one page, email regs no longer available
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Changes in version 2.4:
• added shareware notice and instant registration with a code
• major overhaul of code, rewriting most functions and increasing stability
• added a high-score file builder that reads scores from v2.3 and v2.3.1
• included a pre-printed registration form
• added "personalization" box to optionally display name of the registered user
• corrected support for 16- and 24-bit color displays
• allowed longer names to be entered in high score list
• moved preferences/scores from application to a separate file
• "autoplay" feature makes computer play against itself for entertainment
• added new choices for piece styles and background graphics
• added a volume control
• add "name","score","rows","date" to high score window
• "repeat last game" option will give the same sequence of pieces as last game
• tweaked b&w graphics somewhat
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Changes in version 2.3.1:
• separated the "drop" key from the "push" key
• fixed a few sound bugs
• modified the way keys are read to make an accidental "double-drop" less likely.
• changed my mailing address
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Changes in version 2.3:
• works in 16 colors/grays (for powerbooks and others)
• level 10 is now a little tougher
• new "faster left/right motion" option
• background music is selectable from GetFile dialog
• arrow keys can be used
• “pushed down” pieces stick immediately
• corrected instruction typos
• only generates an even number of debris blocks
• changed high scores to 10
• tinkered with graphics and sounds a bit
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Changes in version 2.2:
• Moved background music to a separate file
• Added "secret" ways of getting bonus points
• Added 3D sphere-shaped pieces
• Changed color backgrounds
• Added date and rows into high score listing
• Changed b/w backgound
• Changed the way music segments are played
• Added new graphics
• Added new sounds
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Changes in version 2.1:
• Fixed incompatibility with Sound Manager 3.0
• Pieces now drop at sane speeds when the drop key is pressed
• added a new practice level with customizable speed
• changed the black and white graphics
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Changes in version 2.0:
• Now runs in black and white, on any Macintosh!
• Changed background theme to original music by Peter Wagner
• Different background patterns for each level
• Option to start with random debris already in place
• Customizable behavior of the "drop" key
• Practice feature
• Next piece display can be turned on and off
• Pieces can be rotated clockwise or counter-clockwise
• Pieces rotate about their geometric center
• Can run on 512x340 pixel screens
• Reduced number of high scores to 20
• Music is automatically disabled on 68000-based machines
• Tiles can be "fancy" or "plain"
• Fixed a problem that occurred on multi-monitor systems
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Changes in version 1.2:
• Increased number of high scores to 25
• Made it easier to "slide" pieces after they land
• Added more sounds
• Miscellaneous bug maintenance
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Changes in version 1.1:
• Fixed a bug that caused problems with the sound under system 6
• Changed to a more interesting scoring system
• Added more sounds
• Increased the dropping speed of blocks
• Added ability to start the game at an arbitrary level
• Control keys can be modified
• Better support for different monitor depths
• Other minor fixes