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CROBOTS (C) Copyright 1985 by Tom Poindexter, All rights reserved.
CROBOTS ("see-robots") is a game based on computer programming.
Unlike arcade type games which require human inputs controlling
some object, all strategy in CROBOTS must be complete before the
actual game begins. Game strategy is condensed into a C language
program that you design and write. Your program controls a robot
whose mission is to seek out, track, and destroy other robots,
each running different programs. Each robot is equally equipped,
and up to four robots may compete at once. CROBOTS is best
played among several people, each refining their own robot
program, then matching program against program.
CROBOTS consists of a C compiler, a virtual computer, and
battlefield display (text graphics only, monochrome or color).
The CROBOTS compiler accecpts a limited (but useful) subset of
the C language. The C robot programs are aided by hardware
functions to scan for opponents, start and stop drive mechanisms,
fire cannons, etc. After the programs are compiled and loaded
into separate robots, the battle is observed. Robots moving,
missiles flying and exploding, and certain status information are
displayed on the screen, in real-time.
CROBOTS is distributed as Shareware. For your support, you
can receive the source code to the program. See the documentation
for full details.
The following files should be present, on the disk, or in the
library or archive.
CROBOTS.EXE the program
CROBOTS.DOC the documentation
CR-READ.ME this file
CR-PRINT.BAT prints documentation on printer
CR-DEMO.BAT a demonstration bat file
RABBIT.R sample CROBOTS program
COUNTER.R sample CROBOTS program
ROOK.R sample CROBOTS program
SNIPER.R sample CROBOTS program
If any of these files are missing, you can get a copy of the
full package by sending a formatted diskette and a self-addressed,
stamped envelope to:
Tom Poindexter
2903 Winchester Drive
Bloomington, Illinois 61701 USA
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