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STARDATE 2140.2: CRUSADE IN SPACE (CRUSADE)
Copyright 1994 Glacier Edge Technology
An MVP Software Production
CRUSADE is a game of spaceploitation, with you as the Emperor of the
galaxy, commanding a force of powerful starships and land units to
help to exercise your will. Your objective ... is simply to
conquer or colonize every planet in the galaxy!
This game is shareware. You may freely try it. If you like it or
find it useful, then you must register with MVP Software. To
"register" a shareware game means to purchase it directly from the
developer. (Shareware games are evaluation versions only, which
means you have the right to try them, but after trying them you must
either register them with the author or delete them from your
system. It is unlikely that anyone will check up on you, so
shareware works because of the honesty of users.) When you register
you will receive the entire Crusade in Space saga.
Crusade in Space is just $29.95 plus shipping. So order today!
Registered users receive a special offer on other MVP products.
This is volume one of the Stardate 2410.2: Crusade in Space saga.
To order the registered version, call 800-968-9684 toll-free 24
hours a day. Please have your Master Card or Visa ready when you
call. Or fill out the order form at the end of this file and fax it
to: 616-245-3204. Make sure your credit card number and expiration
date are legible. Or if you prefer mail the order form and your
check to: MVP Software, 1035 Dallas SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507-1407.
For overseas orders or technical support call 616-245-8376.
How to Register Online and Receive the Entire
Crusade in Space Saga Immediately!
MVP is pleased that all MVP shareware products can now be registered
online, with immediate download of the registered version. This
service is available to anyone in the world who has a Master Card or
Visa and can call from a modem. To register Crusade in Space or any
other MVP shareware game online, call InterComm at 1-310-286-0881.
Once you are connected, go to the MVP section. There you may
download any MVP shareware program free of charge, or you may order
and immediately download any MVP non-shareware title or registered
title. It's easy and it's fun, so call today.
Download All the Latest MVP Shareware Games FREE
If your favorite BBS doesn't have an MVP file section, then you may
be missing some great shareware. To get all the latest and greatest
MVP shareware releases, call one of the leading boards listed below,
and check out the FREE MVP file area.
In Grand Rapids, Michigan -- Ryan's Bar (616) 456-1845
In Milwaukee, Wisconsin -- Exec-PC (414) 789-4360
In New York, New York -- The Invention Factory (212) 274-8110
In Boston, Massachusetts -- Channel 1 (617) 354-3230
In Kansas City, Missouri -- Sound Advice (816) 436-8029
In Palo Alto, California -- Space BBS (415) 323-4193
In Reston, Virginia -- World Data Network (703) 620-8900
Or call Intercomm Online at (310) 286-0881, the new source for
all of MVP's shareware and registered software.
Even better, tell your favorite sysop about the MVP Distribution
Network and how he can be assured of getting all of the latest MVP
shareware hits as soon as they are released. See the SYSOP.DOC file
for details.
MVP is Now on CompuServe!
You can get all of the latest MVP shareware releases, and discuss
MVP titles directly with the authors on MVP's new section on the
world's largest online information network, CompuServe. Just type
GO MVPSOFT to get to our section! If you are not a CompuServe
member you are eligible to receive a FREE trial membership,
including software and online time worth almost $55! That's right,
you get the CompuServe Information Manager software for DOS or
Windows, which normally costs $29.95. Plus you get a free first
month of online access, worth $9.95. And to top it off, you get a
usage credit of $15 of additional online time.
To take advantage of this free trial membership to the largest
online service in the world, call 800-848-8199. Ask for rep 671.
And then GO MVPSOFT and talk to the MVP team on CompuServe.
MVP is Now on the Internet and the World Wide Web!
You can get all of the latest MVP shareware releases, find out news
of future activities, and give feedback to MVP on the Internet. To
visit our new home page, just set your WWW browser to this URL:
http://www.mvpsoft.com
While there, you can see descriptions of all our releases, download
the shareware versions with a click of your mouse button, and check
out full color screen shots for all of our games. Be sure to leave
feedback telling us how you like our page!
If you prefer using direct ftp to get our files, you can find them
at the following sites:
ftp.mvpsoft.com/pub/mvpsoft
ftp.uwp.edu/pub/msdos/games/mvp
archive.uwp.edu/pub/msdos/games/mvp
ftp.he.net/pub/mvpsoft
These sites also have many mirrors, so just look for a game site
with an MVP directory, and you'll be assured of getting the best
games around!
TUTORIAL
There is an on-line tutorial available to you once you execute
CRUSADE from Windows. It is located within the HELP information
which can be accessed by selecting the "Help" menu item.
Installation instructions are provided later in this file.
The crusade contained in this shareware version is called
"sharstar.g" and takes place within the SharStar Galaxy. It is the
first crusade you should play with this version of CRUSADE.
Instructions for loading the crusade can be found within the
tutorial.
A more difficult crusade is provided called "hardstar.g" which you
should play after completing the "sharstar.g" crusade.
CRUSADE COMPUTER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
The CRUSADE game requires MS Windows 3.1 or greater to run. Your
computer should be an IBM PC Compatible 386, 486 or Pentium that
operates at 25Hz or faster, and contains at least 4MB of Memory.
CRUSADE needs 4MB of free hard disk storage to uncompress and
operate.
If you have a 386 based computer, then you should play CRUSADE at
the 640x480x16 resolution to obtain the best game performance.
If you have a 486 based computer, then you can play CRUSADE up to
the 800x600x256 resolution for the best performance. CRUSADE can
play at higher resolutions. However, CRUSADE will perform better at
the lower resolutions.
If you have a Pentium based computer, then you should enjoy
excellent performance from CRUSADE at any supported resolution.
SOUND CARD SUPPORT
Sound Support is provided through the use of MPC2 Compatible
Soundcards. Most of the popular soundcards (SoundBlaster, Pro
Audio, Turtle Beach, etc.) are MPC2 Compatible. The soundcard
package typically contains a symbol that indicates MS Windows
compatibility, which often, but not always, means the soundcard is
MPC2 Compatible. If you have a question regarding your soundcard,
then contact the dealer where you obtained the soundcard, or better
yet, contact the manufacturer of the soundcard.
INSTALLATION
CRUSADE can be installed using a "setup.exe" program contained
within the zip file or by using the Program Manager in Windows.
You should place the 1CRU116.ZIP file in a directory of its own, and
use PKUNZIP to unzip it.
USING "SETUP.EXE" TO INSTALL CRUSADE
After unzipping the Crusade in Space file, use the Program Manger in
Windows to run the installation setup program, "setup.exe".
From the Program Manager menu:
1) Select FILE/RUN.
2) Select BROWSE. Select the disk/directory where the unzipped
contents of 1CRU116.ZIP currently reside.
3) Select "setup.exe" from the list of files extracted from
1CRU116.ZIP and click OK.
4) Follow the prompts provided by the setup program to move CRUSADE
to another disk/directory, and to create a program item to
execute it.
USING PROGRAM MANAGER TO INSTALL CRUSADE
After unzipping the shareware file, use the Program Manger in
Windows to create a program item for CRUSADE, which should execute
the "star.exe" program.
From the Program Manager menu:
1) Select FILE/NEW. Accept the "Program Item" setting and click OK.
2) Enter "Crusade in Space" in the "Description" field.
3) Select BROWSE. Select the disk/directory where the unzipped
contents of CIS113.ZIP currently reside.
4) Select "star.exe" from the list of files extracted from
1CRU116.ZIP and click OK.
5) Enter the complete path (disk/directory) where the unzipped
contents of the shareware version currently reside, in the
"Working Directory" field.
6) Select CHANGE ICON, select the CRUSADE icon.
7) Click OK to complete the creation of the program item.
REGISTRATION
When you register CRUSADE you will receive the CRUSADE GENERATOR
which will allow you to create an unlimited number of variably sized
and populated galaxys with the "Galaxy Generation Feature"; and will
allow you to create an unlimited number of games of various
difficulty, alien mix and to even customize the complement of forces
each side receives with it's "Game Generation Feature".
You also will receive the licensed version of the CRUSADE PLAYER
(which does not have finite stardates); which can play the games you
generate, and the four (4) SPECIAL CRUSADES that are offered below.
SPECIAL CRUSADES
"The Terrans Emerge!" - As the Terran Emperor, you will control
the development of the Terrans out into the KausKais Galaxy.
What lifeforms will you encounter? What challenges face you?
"Zardulan Quest" - You command the most powerful lifeform in the
universe .... the mighty Zardula. All others bow before you ...
or will they? Try to conquer the De'atar Galaxy if you dare.
"A Tioran Test" - As the leader of the timid Tiorans, can you
still manage to conquer the KausKais Galaxy against great odds?
"The Cassian Challenge" - The most agressive and powerful
lifeform of the universe awaits your puny empire. Ha! Ha! You
will not win this crusade into the De'atar Galaxy.
GAME HINT
This is a very complex game, that plays in a simple manner.
It is critical to your success as an Emperor to read the on-line
HELP and TUTORIAL from the Main Map Menu.
Each important control panel, also contains specific on-line HELP
that is available by selecting the QUESTION MARK button.
"PKUNZIP" is copyrighted by PKWARE, Inc.
"Windows" is copyrighted by Microsoft Corporation.
Ordering Information
The Crusade registered version is available from the following
authorized distributors:
In the United States:
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MVP Software
1035 Dallas SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49507-1407
phone: 800-968-9684 24-hour order line only
(616) 245-8376 information, technical support, or orders.
fax: (616) 245-3204
order price: $29.95 plus $3.00 shipping in the US, $4.00 shipping to
Canada, $5.00 shipping everywhere else. Michigan residents please add
appropriate sales tax.
In Australia:
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Budgetware
9 Albermarle St
Newtown NSW 2042
phone: (02) 519-4233 Fax: (02) 516-4236
order price: $A45.00 (includes shipping)
In the United Kingdom:
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Atlantic Coast Plc.
Station Rd.
Colyton, Devon, EX13 6HA
phone: 1297 552222 Fax: 1297 553366
order price: L30 (includes shipping and taxes)
Dealers please enquire.
In Denmark and all of Scandanavia:
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Pro-Soft
Benloese Skel 4 G
DK 4100 Ringsted
phone: 53 61 90 42
fax: 53 61 93 91
order price: 210,00 kr. + VAT 25% + s/h 25,00
In Japan:
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P. & A. Company Ltd
302 Bellwins, 1367-23
Nakagami, Akishima, Tokyo 196
phone: 425-46-9141
fax: 425-46-9142
BBS: 425-46-9143
4500 yen includes shipping and taxes
Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
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Topware PD-Service GmbH
Quadrat 0 3, 2
68161 Mannheim
phone: (0621) 1 26 73 30 Fax: (0621) 1 26 73 33
price: 49 DM (includes taxes) plus 6 DM shipping
The Netherlands and Belgium
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CSD -- Computer Solutions Dorth
Postbus 59
NL-7213 ZH Gorssel
THE NETHERLANDS
phone: (+31)0575.494.545 Fax: (+31)0575.491.222
order price: fl. 65,00 (includes VAT and shipping)
Italy
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Systems Comunicazioni srl
via Olanda
6 - 20083 Gaggiano
phone: (02) 9084 1814
fax: (02) 9084 1682
BBS: (02) 9084 1811
price: Lire 62.000 IVA inclusa
Crusade in Space Order Form
Name ______________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City _______________________________ State ______ ZIP _____________
Country (if outside USA) __________________________________________
Price of Crusade in Space $29.95
Shipping and Handling (US) 4.00
Shipping and Handling (Canada) 5.00
Shipping and Handling (all other countries) 6.00
Michigan residents add sales tax 2.04
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Make check payable to "MVP Software" Total enclosed: $
Master Card/Visa information (credit card orders only)
Card number __________________________________________
Expiration date ______________________________________
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VOLUNTARY QUESTIONS: Please help us determine what features you
==================== would like in future products.
Circle what type of equipment you have: 386 486SX 486DX Pentium
Circle the speed of your computer(Mhz): 25 33 40 50 66 90 ___
Circle any that apply: Joystick Mouse Modem_______ SVGA card
(speed)
Sound Capability: Adlib Sound Blaster SB Pro SB AWE32
PC speaker only Other ____________________________________
Where did you get Crusade in Space shareware version?
Friend CompuServe AOL Prodigy Channel 1 Invention Factory
World Data Network Ryan's Bar Exec-PC Space BBS Sound Advice
BBS (name): _______________________ phone # _______________________
address ________________________________________________________
Shareware Distributor (name): ______________________________________
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Send this order form and your check to:
MVP Software, 1035 Dallas S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49507-1407
Checks must be in US funds and drawn on a US or Canadian bank.
US or Canada 24-hour order line: 800-968-9684. Fax: 616-245-3204.
Tech support, information, or overseas order line: 616-245-8376.