Dune 2000

These files replace the older DUNE 2000 files located in the directory in which you originally installed DUNE 2000. If you have made any changes to the original DUNE 2000 files, we highly suggest that you reinstall the game from scratch. Otherwise, the patch will probably not work.

This update also includes all the modifications of the previously available 1.03 update released on 10/28/98.

For further information, other language versions of this patch, and technical support for this and all Westwood titles, please visit http://www.westwood.com

Fixes/Changes in 1.06

* Improved ladder tracking and cheat checking.

New Features in 1.06

* 10 new multiplayer maps.

* 2 new terrain tile sets.

* Updated unit data (balancing tweaks).

* 3 new units which are available in multiplayer or practive mode.

The new unit descriptions are as follows :

GRENADIER
House: Atreides
Requires: Barracks and AT Hi-tech Factory
Range: Medium
Speed: 10km/h
Armor: Light. Grenadiers are resistant to anti-tank weaponry, but very vulnerable to HE and bullet weapons.
Purpose: Grenadiers are cheap and effective anti-infantry units. They out-range light infantry and the grenades pack a heavy punch to other infantry. Their only weakness is the grenades they use which are fairly unstable and tend to detonate when the unit comes under fire, damaging all neighboring units (friend and foe).

SARDUKAR
House: Harkonnen
Requires: Barracks and HK Hi-tech Factory
Range: Medium
Speed: 15km/h
Armor : Medium. Sardaukar are resistant to anti-tank weaponry, but very vulnerable to HE and bullet weapons.
Purpose: The Sardaukar are the elite infantry of Dune, which is reflected in their cost. Only the Fremen can compete with them. Their weapons are effective against infantry and tanks. They are equipped with small mines that detonate if they are run over, damaging any tank that attempts to crush them.

STEALTH RAIDER
House: Ordos
Requires: Light Factory and Ordos Hi-tech Factory
Range: Short
Speed: 90km/h
Armour: Light. Stealth raiders are vulnerable to most types of weapon, but high caliber guns are slightly less effective.
Purpose: The stealth raider is the ultimate scouting weapon. Although its fire power is weak, a pack of stealth raiders can be a real menace to all but the most careful of opponents. They are especially effective if used in conjunction with saboteurs (the stealth raider can clear the path of infantry guards).

Fixes/Changes in 1.03

* Overall network performance improved during internet multiplayer game.

* Improved ladder tracking and cheat checking.

* Removed text messages when players join or leave a channel.

* Adjusted multi-player unit balancing.

* Improved performance in Westwood On-line.

* Additional in-game cheat monitoring added for multiplayer games.

New Features in 1.03

* Added Westwood On-line additional help and tool-tips.

* Added ability to play in-game music during multiplayer and practice missions.

* Added "draw" feature. Press "D" to offer a draw. To accept a draw press "D" before the message goes away.