The purpose of the game is to get three squares in a row lit with the same color. Your computer opponent has the same goal, and he will try to block you from getting three in a row. This game is similar to the popular game Tic-Tac-Toe, only that it is limited to three squares for each player. After you make your fourth move, your first move will no longer be lit, and it is free to be moved to during your next move.
Channel 8 Software is a group of teenagers who make shareware games for both MacOS and Windows. We try our hardest to bring some great games, useful utilities, and nifty gadgets to your computer at a low price. Currently, Channel 8 Software consists of three members, and we each work on our own programs to ensure that you will be able to get the most out of our best products.
Internet Games
1. Decide who will host the game. The host will go first.
2. Select "New Net Game" from the "File" menu.
3. If you are hosting, click the "Host" button in the window that appears.
4. If you host, your IP (Internet Protocol) will be copied to the clipboard. Send your IP to your opponent via a service such as AOL/AIM, ICQ, or e-mail.
5. If you are joining, paste the IP of the host in the field marked "IP" and click "Join."
The game will now proceed as normal. You can send messages to your opponent by clicking "Message." Messages recieved from your opponent will appear in the floating window, below the text field.
Tips/Hints
1. Think ahead. Nothing helps more than knowing what will happen if you click in each spot.
2. Know how long each piece has been there. It'll do you no good to try to win if one of the three squares goes out!
3. Look at every square before you move. Don't try to block your opponent if you can win instead!
4. Make a strategy. Even if you can't win, block the opponent, or set something up. Remember, you can win different ways in different squares.
5. Know your opponent's strategy. If you are playing against a real person, he or she may have a different strategy than you.
6. Register! You'll be able to save your game instead of having to rush through it before you go somewhere, and you'll be able to perfect your skill against a computer opponent that is much smarter!
Regestration
To register, run the Register application included with this program, enclose a check for $5.00 with the printed form to:
Jim Rodovich
7207 Baring Parkway
Hammond, IN, 46324
No matter where we get our website hosted, it seems to be down more than it is up. Until our site is up and running for good, the only other way that you can contact us is through e-mail:
ch8jim@aol.com
Version History
1.3: 2/10/99
- added statistics tracking feature.
- fixed misspelling of the word "registering" after registration is processed.
- cleaned up miscellaneous code.
1.2.6: 12/1/98
- fixed bug in recieving chat text in net games.
- fixed sneaky glitch with computer intelligance again.
1.2.5: 11/14/98
- added simple chat feature for net games.
- fixed login bug when joining net games.
- fixed bug that would not open the about box.
- cleaned up miscellaneous code.
1.2: 10/31/98
- added internet support.
- fixed strange bug that stopped computer from noticing some moves.
