This disc is quite unique in that it is designed to work on both Apple Macintosh and IBM Personal Computer compatible machines. With that said, there are unfortunate instances where certain applications designed for both platforms only work under one operating system. Please keep in mind that we are aware of these so-called "bugs", and that future discs will be void of such frustration. However, we believe that these discs will add to the quality of Next Generation, and serve as a catalyst for future, more impressive projects.
You will have many questions that a simple ReadMe(.txt) file cannot answer. We invite you to e-mail us at the address below, and be sure that we will respond in a reasonable amount of time. We want your reaction to this disc. Your recommendations and comments will be seen by our disc editors. Feel free to write us at: disceditors@next-generation.com
Installation for Macintosh Computers*:
1. Insert Next Generation Disc in your CD-ROM drive.
2. Double-click on the NEXT icon.
3. Choose your computer platform. "Start68k" for 680xx machines, "StartPPC" for Power PC machines.
4. The full interface should launch at this point in time.
Installation for IBM compatible personal computers*:
1. Insert the Next Generation Disc in your CD-ROM drive.
2. In Windows95 open "My Computer". In Windows3.1 open "Main" and then "File Manager".
3. Double click on your CD-ROM drive; usually noted as Drive D:
4. Double click on "Start95" for Windows95 users. Double-click on "Start31" for Windows3.1 users.
5. The full interface should launch at this point in time.
*You must have Apple QuickTime installed on your computer to view the Preview movies. Apple QuickTime is provided in the Setup folder at startup. To install QuickTime for Windows, do the following:
1. Insert Next Generation Disc in your CD-ROM drive.
2. Double-click on the NEXT icon.
3. Double-click on the "Setup" folder.
4. Double click on "qt211".
5. Double click on either "QT16" for Windows3.1 users, or "QT32" for Windows95 users.
6. The installation should begin at this point in time.
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Please note the following known difficulties for Next Generation Disc Edition:
Q: "I can't see any movies."
A: You must have Apple QuickTime installed on your computer to view the Preview movies. Apple QuickTime is provided in the Setup folder at startup.
Q: "The sound capability on the Personal Computer side of the disc is somewhat temperamental."
A: Try resetting the sound slider below the Next Generation logo when viewing a movie without sound. If using Microsoft Windows95, check your audio settings if you do not encounter sound when viewing QuickTime movies.
Q: "How do I get back to the Previews screen? (Or any screen for that matter?)"
A: Use the Title Bar (located at the top of the screen) to navigate backward from any location. The Title Bar acts as a reverse button, and also indicates where you are on the disc.
We suggest the following minimum system requirements to those who use our disc:
PC: IBM or 100% compatible; 486DX2/66MHz; 8MB of RAM; 2X CD-ROM drive: SoundBlaster-compatible sound card; Modem recommended (14.4 Kbps minimum)
Macintosh: System 7 or higher; 68040/25Mhz; 8MB of RAM; 2X CD-ROM drive; Modem recommended (14.4 Kbps minimum)
Please keep in mind that some game manufacturers are optimizing for higher system requirements than stated above, therefore certain titles may not be accessible to persons with system requirements similar to those suggested by Imagine Publishing. Check the ReadMe file of each demo in order to clarify individual system requirements.
Macintosh Demos
BOOM
Whats BOOM? BOOM is my new, long awaited (at least by me ;-) game. (created by Federico Filipponi ) Its an arcade game in the grand tradition, bringing the playability and feel of the glorious 8-bit consoles on the Macintosh. It can be described as Bomberman meets Doom.
Next\Demos\Boom Demo\BOOM 1.0
Noir
Demos
Cyberdreams Inc. lures would-be private investigators into smoke-filled rooms, darkened alleyways, secluded mansions and the urban underbelly of Hollywoods classic 1940s detective genre in this shadowy whodunit.
Next\Demos\Noir Demo
Safe Cracker
Where breaking and entering isnt a crime ... its a game.
Next\Demos\Install Safecrackerâ„¢ Demo
X-Plane
X-Plane is the most flexible flight simulator ever released for personal computers. This means that you can use the simulator for everything from pleasure-flying to hard IFR practice to actual engineering flight prediction.
Next\Demos\X-Plane Demo\X-Plane
PC Demos
If you are having problems installing the PC demos through the interface, this is the place to be. Occasionally we'll experience problems launching from anything other than "Setup.Exe". The notes accompanying the demos below should help you out.
Blood
Youll battle cultists, gargoyles, zombies, hellhounds, and an unholy host of other terrors in your quest to stop Tchernobog. You must not only defeat the Cabal--you must scour its dread name from human memory. If that means eradicating everyone and everything the Cabal has ever tainted, so be it.
BLOOD\INSTALL.EXE
MDK
This is a Next Generation Exclusive! You can only find this 4-level demo on the Next Generation Disc Edition. (Be sure to read the short-backround story of this thrilling new game in the MDK folder at the root of this CD-ROM.) This is the game that Shiny calls Max, Dr. Fluke Hawkins & Kurti. However the industry has already started calling it Murder Death Kill. If you want to run the demo from your hard drive, RIGHT-CLICK on the MDK DEMO folder and select copy, then RIGHT-CLICK on your Desktop or hard drive, and paste. By copying the demo to your hard drive, and then installing the demo, you'll find that your game performance is much better.
MDK\MDKDEM95.EXE
NCAA Final Four
This is NCAA hoops like youve never experienced. Not only is this the best looking basketball game, FINAL FOUR 97 is the best basketball simulation on the PC and PlayStation, period! This is for hoopsters who want a realistic simulation, with all the elements found in the great game of college hoops.
NCAADEMO\SETUP.EXE
Safe Cracker
Where breaking and entering isnt a crime ... its a game.
SAFECRCK\SC_DEMO.EXE
SubSpace
SubSpace -- the first 100% Internet multiplayer action arcade game is up and ready. It is the only Internet game capable of supporting 10,000 players worldwide at one time. It is the only Internet game with 85,000 beta testers and 1,500 new players each day. It is the only Internet game with users in every time zone in the world. Find out why. This is the newest version of Subpace for the PC.
SUBSPACE\SPACE121.EXE
SetupMS Utility
This program was created by David Thielen, Software Developer, Author. David graciously provided us with this all in one driver installer. Statement: I created a setup program that has DirectX, WinG, Win32s, VC++ & MFC run-time DLLs for VC++ 1.0 - 4.2, and Intels Indeo. This installs everything needed for Windows 3.1, Win95, and Win/NT. Its also in a single EXE file (setupms.exe) so there is no danger of files becoming mixed up. (The files are extracted from setupms.exe). For more of Davids work, go to http://www.windward.net
SETUPMS.EXE
Tiger Shark
The year is 2060 A.D. and your fully loaded. Your sub foil TigerShark prototype is forged for war. Built for speed. Dead set on destruction. Under water and over it. TigerShark is hungry.
TSHARK\GO.EXE
Towers II
Telegames is pleased to announce the near term release of its Towers II product for Win95. This graphically enhanced version of the Jaguar hit, also utilizes the latest Microsoft technology such as DirectX. This challenging role playing game will command your attention for weeks at half the cost of competing products.
TOWERS2\TOWERS2D.EXE
X-Car
The envelope of racing technology is pushed daily, continually redefining the high-speed sport of competitive driving. Now be the first to explore that envelope and drive these near-future racing machines in X-Car: Experimental Racing from Bethesda. Enter the racing circuit or compete against your friends via modem or network. X-Car will push your driving skills to the limit as you negotiate real and concept tracks at speeds approaching 300 mph! If you want to run the demo from your hard drive, RIGHT-CLICK on the X-CAR DEMO folder and select copy, then RIGHT-CLICK on your Desktop or hard drive, and select paste. By copying the demo to your hard drive, and then installing the demo, you'll find that your game performance is much better.
XCARDEMO\SETUP.EXE
America Online (Macintosh)
See for yourself why over 8 Million people have made America Online our countrys first choice for online news and information the fastest, easiest-to-use e-mail powerful Internet access personal finance entertainment live chat free software shopping games and much more.
America Online\Installer
America Online (PC)
See for yourself why over 8 Million people have made America Online our countrys first choice for online news and information the fastest, easiest-to-use e-mail powerful Internet access personal finance entertainment live chat free software shopping games and much more.
AOL\SETUP.EXE
Engage Games Online
Prepare to be blown away... ENGAGE games online features an impressive array of high-end multi-player games, broad-appeal entertainment content, chat areas, bulletin boards, tournaments, shopping and other diverse activities. Accessible through 2-D and 3-D graphically rich and animated interfaces, all of the major gaming genres will be represented, and most games will be worldwide exclusives. The Online world will never be the same...
ONLINE\SETUP.EXE or ENGAGE.EXE
The Palace (Macintosh)
The Palace virtual world chat software intuitively combines pictures and sounds with chat. Create stunning personal avatars by importing your own graphics or use the images included with the download. Upon registering, you can quickly set up and run your own Palace server on the Internet! The Palace is Next Generation Onlines real-time chat engine. After running the installer, simply connect to your Internet Service Provider and double-click on the executable icon. Once launched select OPEN CONNECTION from the FILE menu in the menu bar. In the HOSTNAME field of the resulting dialog box enter: www.next-generation.com Leave the contents of all other fields as the defaults and click on the CONNECT button. You should then be connected via TCP/IP to the Next Generation Palace. To learn more about The Palace or receive technical support, please refer to: http://www.thepalace.com/ We look forward to seeing you there.
Next\Online\PalaceInstall 2.0W
The Palace (PC)
The Palace virtual world chat software intuitively combines pictures and sounds with chat. Create stunning personal avatars by importing your own graphics or use the images included with the download. The Palace is Next Generation Onlines real-time chat engine. In conjunction with your Internet Service Provider, The Palace software allows you to chat and interact with other gamers in Next Generation Onlines Palace. After running the installer, simply connect to your Internet Service Provider and double-click on the executable icon. Once launched select OPEN CONNECTION from the FILE menu in the menu bar. In the HOSTNAME field of the resulting dialog box enter: www.next-generation.com Leave the contents of all other fields as the defaults and click on the CONNECT button. You should then be connected via TCP/IP to the Next Generation Palace. To learn more about The Palace or receive technical support, please refer to: http://www.thepalace.com/ We look forward to seeing you there.
ONLINE\SETUP.EXE
Amok
Previews
Saturn
amok.mov
Brahma Force
Previews
PlayStation
brahma.mov
City of the Lost Children
Previews
PlayStation
city.mov
Command and Conquer
Previews
PlayStation
c&c.mov
Crusader No Remorse
Previews
PlayStation
crusader.mov
Descent Maximum
Previews
PlayStation
descent.mov
Die Hard Arcade
Previews
Saturn
diehard.mov
Final Fantasy VII
Previews
PlayStation
ff7.mov
Grand Slam Baseball
Previews
PlayStation
grndslam.mov
Heir of Zendor
Previews
Saturn
zendor.mov
Broken Helix
Previews
PlayStation
helix.mov
Independence Day
Previews
PC
id4.mov
Independence Day
Previews
PlayStation
id4.mov
K-1 The Arena Fighters
k1.mov
Lost Vikings II
Previews
Saturn
vikings.mov
MechWarrior II
Previews
PlayStation
mech.mov
Megaman 8
Previews
PlayStation
megaman.mov
NBA Shootout
Previews
PlayStation
shootout.mov
Rage Racer
Previews
PlayStation
ragerace.mov
Scorcher
scorcher.mov
Super Puzzle Fighter 2 Turbo
Previews
Saturn
puzzle.mov
Toshinden 3
Previews
PlayStation
tosh3.mov
Vandal Hearts
Previews
PlayStation
vandal.mov
VMX Racing
Previews
PlayStation
vmx.mov
Wing Commander IV
Previews
PlayStation
wc4.mov
Makoto Uchida Q. 1-11
Previews
Interview
Exclusive video interview! Mr. Uchida, veteran producer for Segas AM1 division is responsible for such games as Altered Beast, Wing Wars, Golden Axe, and most recently Die Hard Arcade. You will hear the voice of Mr. Uchidas translator. Mr. Uchida is seated on the left hand side of the table.
