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- * A Z A R I A N beta test version 0.87 *
- * *
- ****** THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN TESTED ON A 1040ST WITH A COLOR MONITOR ****
- * IT WORKS BEST WITH AN ATARI STYLE JOYSTICK *
- * *
- * - It will NOT work on a monochrome monitor. *
- * *
- * - It requires TOS in ROM. *
- * *
- * - Remove all RAMDISKS, AUTO folder programs, and desk accessories!!! *
- * *
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- CHANGES SINCE VERSION 0.85:
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- - 520ST compatibility! TOS in ROM is required. NO OTHER PROGRAMS LOADED PLEASE!
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- - Low memory report. If you cannot run the program, it will tell you first!
-
- - Keyboard support using cursor keys and space bar. ESC aborts and quits game.
-
- - Game pause using "P".
-
- - Offensive action by new basestar, ala BOSCONIAN. VERY, VERY NASTY!!!
- - pods require 2 hits to kill (stop launching of charges)
- - main base requires about 20 hits to destroy
-
- - Homing mines, only if visible... keep moving...
-
- - Elimination of circular pods and starbase for now.
-
- - High score click and repeat editing. Last name entered can be used again
- by pressing return at the first character position.
-
- - FASTER screen I/O!
-
- - Shields utililization!! Beware of low level.
-
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- INSTRUCTIONS:
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- AZARIAN is a space strategy game with arcade speed. You command the LF-9
- starfighter, a agile and rugged craft designed for quick attacks.
-
- Your enemy, the evil Thraxx, a lizard race that specialize in advanced
- organics for transport and weapontry, has spread across the galaxy and now
- threatens to dominate the Terran frontier. They, unfortunately, refuse
- negoitations... That's where you come in...
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- YOUR MISSION OBJECTIVES:
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- - Beware the Thraxx aggressors.
- - Destroy as many basestars as possible.
- - Survive as long as possible.
-
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- VERSION LIMITATIONS:
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- **** IMPORTANT ****
-
- This implementation lacks many of the features that will be released in the
- final version. The sole purpose of this beta test release is to gather user
- feedback on the user interface, the overall FEEL of the game, and to
- implement as many useful suggestions as possible. This version contains:
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- - Full movement capability (Joystick LEFT/RIGHT = turn, FORWARD = thrust)
-
- - Front laser firing (FIRE button)
-
- - Homing photon torpedoes (closest enemy object) (PULL back on stick)
- (You have to be very close and not too fast. Primitive algorithm for now)
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- - Asteroids (Split into 2 tiny asteroids that MOVE when hit, ala ASTEROIDS)
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- - Mines (Proximity detection NOT active)
-
- - Space satellites (Green and white pole-like objects) (Will be used for
- enemy communication...)
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- - Basestar (Green globes. They are very nasty, don't get too close!!)
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- - Blossoms - Blue twirling units that contain 4 enemy Thraxx fighters. (Shoot
- the blossom and the fighters will be released - difficult to catch at once,
- as there is no organized flight plan (attacking you) yet...
-
- - Energy, Shields, and laser temperature indicators (watch these!!)
- A rapid volley of lasers can overheat (disable) lasers.
- Thrust and weapon systems draw from your energy reserve. Watch your ENERGY!
-
- - Score and high score screens. Top ten saved to disk.
-
- - Dynamic explosions!!
-
- - Laser, Photon, Thrust, and explosion sound effects.
-
- - Keyboard support with cursor keys and space bar...
-
- CREATION:
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- AZARIAN is being developed by myself as an attempt to develop top quality
- software for the ATARI ST. It was created using ST GAME TOOLBOX, another
- product currently finishing development that provides over 100 commented
- and useful routines for game design, including object movement, MIDI/music,
- color effects, and lots more. It currently supports ALCYON and MEGAMAX C
- compilers. Full source code is included. Send me a note if you are a C game
- programmer and are interested. Complete AZARIAN source code will also be
- provided with the final version, for a bit more money. I believe in not
- only providing good software, but showing others who are interested just
- how it is done...
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- COMMENTS:
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- Any comments, criticisms, or otherwise are welcomed. This is a somewhat new
- concept, asking the public what they think/want before releasing a game. If
- you have ANY feedback on AZARIAN, then please direct it to the address below.
- Oh yes, Dealers and distributors are most welcome to contact me.
-
- David Thomas Stewart CompuServe [73220,1365]
- Synergy Development
- P.O. BOX 3132
- Cambridge, Ontario
- Canada N3H 4S6
- (519) 740-2878 (VOICE)
-
- Thank you for your upcoming words. I hope you like AZARIAN V0.87!
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