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********** G A M E K E E P E R D O O R W A R E *********
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*********** Quality BBS Door Software for Less! **********
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D E T O N A T E !
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Version 1.2
Copyright (c) Steve Sharpe 1992
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
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Any BBS capable of producing a standard DOOR.SYS file. Detonate! can be played
using ANSI color or monochrome graphics.
SYSTEM OPTIONS
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Detonate! supports the use of FOSSIL drivers and non-standard port addresses.
Refer to the INSTALLATION instructions for more information.
FILES CONTAINED IN DETON12.ZIP
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DETONATE.EXE <-- The main program
DETONATE.DOC <-- The file you are reading!
GAME.CFG <-- The game configuration file
REVISION.DOC <-- Revision notes
FILES CREATED BY DETONATE.EXE
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SCORE.FIL <-- Fastest times for 1-8 bombs detonated*
* REGISTERED VERSION ONLY
OVERVIEW
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Detonate! is a game of luck and deductive reasoning. The object of the game is
to identify the exact location of 8 randomly placed bombs in as little time as
possible. To win, you must place an 'X' in each square where you know a bomb
is located, detonate these locations, and be correct (8 out of 8). To assist
players in isolating bombs, the game reveals a number in each block that has a
bomb adjacent to it. The value of the number indicates how many bombs are next
to this block. For example, if you expose a block with the number 8 in it, the
block is surrounded by bombs because there are a maximum of 8 blocks around any
block in the center of the playing grid. On the other hand, if the block is
blank, there are no bombs in the immediate area of the block. If a player
exposes a bomb, the game is over. The '?' symbol can be used to keep track of
possible bomb locations. 'X' and '?' symbols can be erased and repositioned
but once a block is exposed, no symbols can be placed there.
INSTALLATION
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Detonate! is easy to install. Simply follow these steps:
1. 'Unzip' the file DETON12.ZIP into the directory of your choice. All
files must remain in the same directory.
2. Edit the GAME.CFG configuration file according to the CONFIGURATION FILE
section of these instructions using your favorite word processor. Ensure you
save it as an ASCII text file.
3. Create or edit the batch file your BBS will use to activate the door.
The main door program name is BATTLE.EXE. For example, if you are running
a Spitfire BBS, you would edit SF.BAT to look similar to the following:
:DOOR_A
REM Place Door A Commands Here
CD\SF\DOORS\DETONATE <-- Change to the Detonate! directory
DETONATE GAME.CFG <-- The main program with configuration file argument
CD\SF <-- Change back to the Spitfire directory
GOTO LOOP
NON-STANDARD PORT USE: You may specify the use of non-standard communications
ports with the PORT command. The syntax for the PORT command is PORT:03E8:5,
where 03E8 represents a different base address and 5 indicates the IRQ. For
example, the main program line in the example above would be changed to
DETONATE GAME.CFG PORT:03E8:5 to reflect the use of a non-standard comm port.
FOSSIL DRIVER USE: You may specify the use of a FOSSIL driver with the PORT
command added to the main program command line. The syntax for the PORT
command is PORT:F:P, where F instructs the door to use a FOSSIL driver and P
identifies the port. For example, the main program line in the example above
would be changed to DETONATE GAME.CFG PORT:F:1 if the SysOp wished to specify
a FOSSIL driver on port 1.
NOTE: The PORT command must be the third command in the main program command
line, if used. If not used, the door defaults to the use of the 4 standard
communications ports (1-4) by reading the BBS file.
CONFIGURATION FILE
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Entries in the GAME.CFG file must be accurate or the door cannot be expected
to function properly. Save your changes to the GAME.CFG file in ASCII text
format.
The GAME.CFG file
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Detonate! <-- Line 1 (See below)
c:\sf\door.sys <-- Line 2 " "
The Gamekeeper's Lair <-- Line 3 " "
Steve Sharpe <-- Line 4 " "
000000000000 <-- Line 5 " "
Line 1 - This line reflects the name of the door. The registration algorithm
is based on some of this data. DO NOT CHANGE LINE 1!
Line 2 - Enter the full path and filename for the BBS DOOR.SYS file.
Line 3 - Enter the name of your BBS.
Line 4 - Enter the SysOp's name.
Line 5 - Enter 12 zeros if the door is not registered. Registered users enter
the registration number provided by the author. Other numbers will prevent
the door from running.
[REGISTERED VERSIONS]
Registered versions of Detonate! display the fastest detonation times for 1-8
bombs upon leaving the door.
REGISTRATION
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The registration fee for Detonate! is $10. The unregistered door displays
"EVALUATION COPY" upon entry and exit. Please register or remove the door
within 30 days of first use. As a BBS SysOp, I understand how costly it can
be to register BBS software. I have purposely kept the cost of registering
Detonate! to a minimum with that thought in mind. I believe the fee is
quite reasonable, based on the many long hours of programming required. Upon
receipt of the registration fee, you will be provided with a unique
registration number. Once you insert the registration number into the GAME.CFG
file, the "EVALUATION COPY" messages will be replaced with an opening and
closing message that includes your BBS name.
COMMENTS/BUG REPORTS
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I'm interested in all user comments and bug reports. Please send your comments
to:
Steve Sharpe Call The Gamekeeper's Lair BBS
1835 Stonetree Dr. or (208) 587-1105
Mountain Home, ID 83647 and leave a message
Warranty
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This program has been thoroughly tested on a Spitfire 3.2 BBS,
however, it should perform equally well on any BBS that can
produce a standard DOOR.SYS file.
I make no warranty of any kind, express or implied, including
without limitation, any warranties of merchantability and/or
fitness for a particular purpose. I shall not be held liable for
any damages, whether direct, indirect, special or consequential
arising from a failure of this program to operate in the manner
desired by the user. I shall not be held liable for any damage to
data or property which may be caused directly or indirectly by the
use of this program.
In no event will I be held liable for any damages, including (but
not limited to) any lost profits, lost savings or other incidental
or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to
use this program, or for any claim by any other party.
This warranty is governed by the laws of the State of Idaho.
REGISTRATION FORM
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Detonate! Return to: Steve Sharpe
Version: 1.2 1835 Stonetree Dr.
Registration Cost: $10 Mountain Home, ID 83647
Name ______________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
Phone _____________________________________________________________
Enter GAME.CFG file information below:
BBS Name______________________________________________
SysOp Name____________________________________________
CHOOSE ONE OPTION BELOW:
____ I wish to download my registration number from The Gamekeeper's Lair
BBS at (208) 587-1105. Enter the password you will use to log on to
The Gamekeeper's Lair BBS: _________________________________________
Enter your birthdate for pre-verification: _________________________
Please allow enough time for your registration fee to reach the author
before calling for your registration number.
____ I wish to have my registration number mailed to the address listed
above.
Orders outside the USA add $2.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . _________
Please find enclosed a check or money order for USA $_________
payable to Steve Sharpe. This shows my support of Shareware products
and the Shareware concept. It also shows my encouragement to help further
the development of BBS doors.
I understand that Detonate! is provided as-is and no warranties of
any kind, expressed or otherwise, are included and that I am using it at my
own risk.
Signed: _________________________________________ Date: _________