Demo
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This demo represents about 5% of what will be a complete game. There isn't that much to
do in the game at the moment except fly around and shoot. Most of what you'll see in this
demo is arbitary. Things such as graphics, interface and control are likely to change.
The basic game engine so far demonstrates high resolution graphics and more thorough
usage of the d-cache to keep the vsync relatively low. Some graphical effects are also
demonstrated such as stream effects from the missiles and the ships engines but these
will be improved. Other features have been implemented which aren't enabled in the demo -
other ships and other weapons. Wormhole and other explosion effects have also been
implemented, but you dont get to see them. Virtually no AI has been implemented yet,
so the code that controls the wingmen is temporary. A majority of the time spent on the
game so far has been on design.


Eventually
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The finished game should feature the following:
Extensive visual effects
Varied missions (total of 16 are planned)
Wingmen & complex artificial intelligence
Huge plot with mini cut scenes (still being scripted)
Japanese style character stills (hopefully!)


Controls
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D-PAD		Turning and thruster control
L2,R2		Strafing thrusters
TRIANGLE	Afterburners
CROSS		Fire primary weapon
SQUARE		Fire secondary weapon (currently unlimited)
CIRCLE		Change orders (only formation works so far)
START		Pause


FAQ
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Q: Arent you recycling your previous 2D game?
A: Although it might seem similar to my previous 2D game I can assure you this project
   has been written from scratch. Everything is done differently, and the engine runs
   a lot more efficiently. The gameplay will also be much more refined.

Q: Why high resolution?
A: The problem with my previous game was low resolution, which was a mistake. High
   resolution enables me to fit more detail onto the screen so that the player can
   see more of what is around them.

Q: More ships?
A: Weapons, upgrades and ships will become available as you progress through the game.
   This will form part of the storyline.

Q: What is the storyline?
A: This is still being written, although anything can change. My aim is to give the
   game a Japanese feel since they always seem to come up with the most elaborate
   plots. There will be a sort of RPG element to the game, since there are various
   characters who form part of the storyline. Someone is currently creating stills
   for these characters which will be used as in cut scenes between missions.

Q: Are you likely to finish this?
A: I am extremely determined to finish this project, and I will pull in other
   people to help develop it if necessary. I hope to get the finished game on
   the cover of OPM.


Help
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GRAPHICS PROGRAMMER
If you think you can design a more realistic looking background for the game,
please contact me. The background must at least include stars, planets and nebulas.
It will run in tandem with the game and must use as little vsyncs as possible.
I will provide you with all the images I have.
SOUND PROGRAMMER
I wish to implement a mod as the sound track for the game, but I don't have the
tools or the knowhow. If you can help, please get in touch.


Contact
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Created by Harvey Cotton.
All suggestions or comments are welcome.
Mail: hc054@mdx.ac.uk
Http: www.netyaroze-europe.com/~harveyc/