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S H A R E W A R E V E R S I O N
17 JAN 1995
Thank you for trying Super "ZAP" Shell! Based on the original ZAP shell for
DOOM I and ][, Super ZAP will support even more games such as the new RISE
OF THE TRIAD and HERETIC. And as new games come out that support 'command-
line' launching, ZAP will pick up on these too!!! Better yet, registering
ZAP is quick and easy, you'll get the full version right away, and you'll be
able to get the updated versions (new options and new games added in) as soon
as they come available! Not enough? Registered users also get a 1 year
subscription to the hottest DOOM-based BBS in the south-west, will full
support for great games like Doom, Heretic, Rise of the Triad (Rott),
Descent and more! So join now and enjoy!
- Dave Vitter, IMPACT Software President
INSTALLING ZAP
==============
Download ZAP from your favoite BBS (I see you already did!), and un-zip it
using PKUNZIP into a directory named ZAP (or whatever you want to call it!).
Now simply type ZAP at the DOS command line to start the program (NOTE : if
the program is missing one of its data files it won't run properly! One
such file is called PATH.CFG....if you loose this file simply make it using
the Dos editor and just add the first line ZAP).
PATH SETUP/PATHS
================
When you first run ZAP you will be asked to set the paths to your favorite
games. Use the TAB key to move from field to field (or click the mouse in
the fields you wish to change). If you DO NOT have a certain game, just
leave those fields blank. Once you set these paths you can change them
easily from the ZAP main menu by picking PATHS. SHAREWARE VERSION : you will
not be able to set the COMM settings or the PHONE directory because you need
to register this program to use your modem (its worth it, so do it!).
***** WARNING *****
Ok, so its not a warning, but I got your attention. You MUST
set the paths carefully! They need to start with the drive letter
followed by a colon, then a backslash, then the directory name!
For example : C:\DOOM
Do NOT use trailing back-slashes! If you don't enter a path, you
won't be able to access that games option menu (but you'll be able
to get to the others, and you can always change the paths later).
If ZAP doesn't seem to want to start your game, and you never even
see the game loading, check your paths!
***NOTE : If you screw up while picking the wad paths, you may have
to manually fix the PATH.CFG file using the Dos 'edit' command. Just
look at the file and fix the error (line 1=Doom path, line2=Doom wad,
line 3&4=Doom ][, line 5&6=Heretic, line 7&8=Rott). Odd lines are
the path to the game files, even lines are the paths to the wads.
ABOUT/REGISTERING
=================
These two buttons simply tell you about the fine folks who brought you this
fine program, and of course how to get the full registered version.
SHELLING TO A GAME
==================
From the main menu, just click on the game you wish to play. Now you'll see
a menu with the game options. If you don't know what an option does you can
read about it below, or just try it. In the shareware version, modem/net
play options and the CD version of DOOM ][ are disabled and only available
in the FULL regsitered version. Once you have the options you wish, just
click on SHELL to load the game the way you wanted to play it. Also found
here is the CHEAT key, as described next.
CHEATS-R-US
===========
On each game's launch-menu there is a button labeled CHEATS! By selecting
this, you'll see an up-to-date listing of cheats you can use in the game to
get certain items or bonuses. For most of the cheats, you'll need to load
the game, start playing, then simply type the word or code in. You can get
extra weapons, supplies, power and more!
GAME LAUNCH OPTIONS
===================
The following is a list of short desciptions of each option available from
the game launch menus. The games DOOM, DOOM ][ and Heretic are all very
similar due to the fact that they were produced by the same company. RISE
of the TRAID at this time is not well document but future registered
versions will include all new updates (they say it will be able to play
WADS-add on levels- and at this time none are available so that feature is
disabled until I get the details).
DOOM / DOOM ][ / HERETIC
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SKILL LEVELS
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These are listed from easiest to hardest, DOOM I and ][ first, then Heretic.
Beginers start with level 1, and when you think you're bad - try 5!
1 - I'M TOO YOUNG TO DIE
YOU NEEDETH A WETNURSE (Heretic)
2 - HEY, NOT TOO ROUGH
YELLOWBELLIES-R-US (Heretic)
3 - HURT ME PLENTY
BRINGETH THEM ONETH (Heretic)
4 - ULTRA-VIOLENCE
YOU ARE A SMITE-MEISTER (Heretic)
5 - NIGHTMARE!
BLACK PLAGUE (Heretic)
AVAILABLE WADS
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Wads are files that can add new levels, sounds or graphics to your game. As
long as you properly define the path to where you keep your wads, they will
be listed in the 'Available Wads' box. For a long list, you can scroll
through the list by click the arrows located on the right side of the box.
To select a wad just double-click the mouse arrow on it using the left mouse
button. This will add it to the box below labeled 'Selected Wads'. If you
wish to remove a wad from the selected box, simply double-click on it and
its gone. Doom can be launched with up to 8 wads and Rott with up to 3 (any
wads selected beyond these limits will not be loaded).
LEVEL WARPING
=============
You can load the game and jump straight to any level you wish by using the
WARP list located on the upper left area. Simply pick which level you want
to go to (For DOOM I and HERETIC it goes EPISODE LEVEL where episode is 1-3
and level is 1-8, for DOOM ][ there is simply 1-32, 31 and 32 being the
secret wolfenstein levels...doh! Sorry, it slipped!) If you select a level
to warp to then change your mind, just select the '-' at the top of the list.
EXTRA OPTIONS
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NO MONSTERS - this will start the game with (duh) no monsters!
TURBO - as the name implies, you'll move very fast
RESPAWN - items and monsters will respawn after 8 seconds
DEVPARM - developers parameters... the frames per second (FPS) is shown as
dots in the upper left corner of the screen and you can take screen
shots of your game in this mode by hitting F1 during play
NO MUSIC - you figure it out
NO SOUND FX - do you need everything explained?
RECORD - this will record your game as a DEMO and save it in the game
directory as a file ending in LMP. You can watch your recorded demo
by loading the game at the command line such as :
DOOM -PLAYDEMO SPAZOUT.LMP
FAST - this will makes monsters move as fast as in the Nightmare level
SCREEN SHOTS - (Heretic only) like DEVPARM, you can take screen shots with F1
RISE OF THE TRIAD OPTIONS
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Not many available at this time, but more should come out soon!
SLOW DEATH - when you die this will slow the motion down so you can see the
blood and limbs flying!
SILLY MODE - all this does is show a few more line on the game load part
SKIP INTRO - this will skip all of the intro and go straight to the 1st menu
START GAME NOW! - will take you straight to playing on good old level 1
THE FUTURE OF ZAP!
==================
As I've said, as soon as I learn of new game load options, new cheat codes,
or especially new games that use command line options to start...I'll release
a new version of Super ZAP! Right now my fav game is DESCENT and I really
wish they'd release some options I could use in ZAP....but oh well... guess
no game could be perfect. This shareware version and the first FULL release
of Super ZAP will be numbered VERSION 2.0 with respect towards the original
Zap. When I add new game options or cheats, the version will increase by
0.1 (such as 2.1). And when a new game is added to Super ZAP I'll increase
the version number by one whole point (like 3.0)! Got it? Just watch the
intro screens at THE SCORE BOARD BBS for news of new-releases.
HOW TO GET THE FULL REGISTERED VERSION OF ZAP!
==============================================
This is the best part of ZAP! This shareware version is distributed widely
to all the inferior BBS's around, but you can get the FULL, UN-crippled
version of Super ZAP for download by calling and joining the hottest BBS in
the south-west, THE SCORE BOARD! Our paying memebers have instant access to
all the updated versions as soon as they are released. So you'll have
registered your program, you'll have instant access to all new changes and
versions, -AND- you'll have full access to an awsome BBS (we have the best
new ad-ons and files for great games like DOOM I and ][, Heretic, Descent,
Rise of the Triad and many more! Flight sims, computer gaming! The best
files can be found here first!!!). How can you loose? YOU CAN'T! What do
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If you're among the first to get this - the release date for the FULL version
of Super ZAP is 23 Jan 1995. The full version will include MODEM/NET play
support, Phone directory for modem players, DOOM ][ CD support, and any new
options I discover!!!
REPORTING BUGS/REQUESTING UPDATES
=================================
I love feedback (the good kind is the best, but of course merde happens!)
If you find a bug or something you think can run better, call THE SCORE and
let me know (there is a new message area devoted strictly to Super ZAP, just
put your message there and address it to the SYSOP). Also, if you know of
a popular game that allows command-line options, or you know of an option or
cheat that I don't (laugh....yeah right) then tell me and I'll add it in!