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┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ NYET III - Test Version 1.0 │
│ │
│ (C) 1993 PROLINE Software │
│ Gebrüder-Woge-Str. 16-17 │
│ D-31061 Alfeld / GERMANY │
│ Tel. 05181 / 26459, Fax. 05181 /26522 │
│ │
│ In the USA NYET III is exclusively distributed by: │
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│ Pearl America Inc. │
│ 4128 1/2 California Ave SW │
│ Seattle, WA 98116 │
│ Tel: 206-938-0336 Fax: 206-938-0338 │
│ CIS: 71154,505 │
└────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
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System requirements
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A completely IBM compatible AT computer (80286 and upwards)
with a VGA graphic card and a hard disk is required for the
start of NYET III. It is not possible to run NYET III on a XT
computer (8088/8086) because 80286 commands have been used in
the program.
Furthermore, free capacities under MS-DOS of approximately 530
KByte are necessary. In case you do not have sufficient
capacity, please read chapter "How to solve memory problems"
for further information.
Either MS-DOS 3.3, DR-DOS 3.41 or even more sophisticated
operating systems are required for NYET III.
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How to solve memory problems
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In case the program does not start after entering the above
mentioned command, there is probably not enough memory
capacity available. We will give you some help, how to handle
the situation.
- In case you started NYET III not directly from DOS level
but e.g. from WINDOWS, Norton Commander, DOS-Shell etc., we
recommend to leave this program and start NYET III again.
- If the capacity is generally not sufficient, a part of the
content of the file CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT must be
removed. Please note, that the computer must be started
again after these changes have been carried out.
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What is NYET III about?
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NYET III is a skill and a mind game, where you have to survive
126 levels and, if possible, master 21 special tasks as well.
This Test Version only consists of 36 levels and 6 special tasks.
The game is divided into 7 blocks with 18 levels each. One
block has to be completed before a new block can be started.
The sequence of the levels in a block are, however, optional.
The major aim is to solve all levels but, moreover, the player
should earn as much money as possible to be able to buy as
many tools as possible. These tools (are called in the
following as arms) will enable you to master even the most
difficult levels.
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Main menu
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After the start of the program and the opening, the NYET III
main menu appears. There are 5 different function keys
available:
F1 Press this key if only one player is playing NYET III
F2 Press this key for a second player.
F3 Press this key to continue a game which has been saved.
F4 Press this key to activate the statistic module which
is documenting your success
F5 Press this key if you want to leave the game.
Furthermore, the keys ESC and ALT-X are defined as:
ESC Press this key to return to DOS (in main menu only)
ALT-X Press this key to return to DOS (this can be done
during the entire game and causes an immediate
termination of the program)
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Game menu
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After the start of the game, the game menu appears no matter
whether you play alone or with a second player. This menu
gives a survey of the next 18 levels to come. Use the cursor
keys and [ENTER] to select the levels. The currently active
level is marked by a pulsating turquoise frame.
Each of these 18 levels is provided with a short description
in the text window at the lower part of the screen. The
pulsating frame contains the following information:
- preview of level
- quantity of the rows to be removed
- degree of difficulty is displayed via a dice ( one eye means
very easy - six eyes means extremely difficult)
- your reward, in case the level has been successfully managed
(depends on the degree of difficulty)
It does not matter in the beginning of the game which level
sequence is chosen. However, it makes sense to start the
levels in a certain sequence when it comes to the difficult
blocks (starting from block 4 and upwards).
If one level has been won, it will be marked accordingly and
cannot be selected again.
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How to save and buy
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Next to the window frame on the left side are buttons to save
the score and to buy arms. These buttons can be reached by the
cursor keys. Please note that the function "save" can only be
selected when you have a "save option". This option can be
purchased in the arms store of NYET III. For more detailed
information concerning these functions, please read chapter
"How to save score" and "How to buy arms".
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The games design
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The main task is to move and turn the down falling stones in
such a way that there are no gaps when the stones are stacked.
The result should be completely filled rows of stones. If a
row has been completed, it will disappear and the above row
takes its place (falls down). In order to win a level, you
have to complete a certain number of rows.
The game is over when the field is full of gaps so that a
stone will reach the upper limit of the field thus leaving no
space for further stones.
Basing on this game design, there are quite a few mean tricks
installed which prevent you to manage the rows and sometimes
even the completion of a level. For more detailed information
see chapter "Game elements".
Of course, you do have the possibility to fight against these
programmed tricks. You will receive money in the course of the
game for performing different tasks. This money can be used to
buy arms and other tools in the arms store.
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How to make money
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There are quite a few opportunities to make money:
- For every level you manage you will be credited with a
reward
- For every row you manage you will be credited with points as
well as money. The more rows you manage at once, the
more money you will receive.
- The collection of diamonds is also a rewarding opportunity
to make money.
- Every block is contains three special tasks. Provided
that you will perform these tasks you will make a high
amount of money. However, these special tasks require your
stake as well.
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Game control
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The keys have already been defined during installation of NYET
III:
* Move stone to the left and right
* Turn stone
* Accelerate stone
Moreover, the following keys are defined as well:
*