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Listed below are past news about Macintosh games in Japan and world-wide. Note: Links with * are for Japanese page. Some versions and links in this page may outdated.

News of August, 1998

8/31/98 (Mon)

Game Updates

-- Quiver 1.02 (Scott Kevill): Full-featured CAD-class Quake map editor. Version 1.02 features several improvements and fixes such as 3Dfx preview mode. File size is 707 KB (more info). Shareware $20.
Followup: As of August 31, Quiver has been updated to version 1.03.

-- David's Backgammon 2.3 (David Byrum): Backgammon game with many features. No information about the update has been given. File size is 251 KB. Shareware $20.
Followup: As of September 7, David's Backgammon has been updated to version 2.4.

-- ADIEU 1.2* (deko boko soft*): 2D role playing game with a full-scaled fantasy story. Version 1.2 fixes a bug causing freeze on some machine. File size is 910 KB*. Shareware* ¥2,000. Japanese software.
Followup: As of August 31, ADIEU has been updated to version 1.3.

8/29/98 (Sat)

Starbound II Updated to 0.97, The Final Candidate

Catfish Software has updated Starbound II to version 0.97. Starbound II is a networkable strategic space conquest game which has various features including space battle, ground battle, colony development, diplomacy, and many others. Version 0.97 features many improvements including the auto mode of orbital combat and fixes of all known bugs. It is the final candidate release and the full CD-ROM version will be available in a few weeks unless serious bug found. Currently, only PowerPC version is available. File size is 8.1 MB (more info). Each race file has also been updated (more info). Shareware $20.

POSTAL Add-on Pack "SPECIAL DELIVERY" Announced

Running with Scissors announced "POSTAL: SPECIAL DELIVERY". It is an add-on pack for POSTAL, a psycho thriller 3D action strategy game. The add-on contains various new scenario such as "a homeless buffet", "an earthquake survivalist camp", and "the most dangerous golf resort on Earth". It also features many new characters including "lawyers" and "Red Cross workers", hundreds of new audio effects and sound bites, new game modes. For ages 17 and up. To be available soon as hybrid CD-ROM at retail stores in USA or directly from Running with Scissors. (Source: MGL)

3D-Like Inertia Fighting Arcade "SUMO 1.0.2"

Stephen Linhart has released SUMO 1.0.2. SUMO is a 3D-like inertia fighting arcade game inspired by Japanese sumo wrestling. Player controls a ball and hit opponent's ball to get it out of the arena. It features the good feeling of inertia and various opponent ball characters. It supports human vs. computer play and human vs. human play. File size is 1,023 KB. Requires System 6.0 or later. Freeware. (Source: MacGaming.com)

8/27/98 (Thu)

Bubblomania Updated to Version 1.5.4

Jochen De Schepper of SwordLord has updated Bubblomania to version 1.5.4. Bubblomania is a simple arcade game where player controls the needle to crash bubbles coming to the surface. Version 1.5.4 improves opening graphics and allows to open background art files directly from Finder. File size of small version is 577 KB, full version including all background arts is 1.6 MB (more info). Requires PowerPC. shareware $10. (Source: MacUpdate.com)

X-Plane Updated to 4.15, Demo and Upgrade Consolidated into One File

Laminar Research has updated X-Plane, a full-featured comprehensive civilian flight simulator, to version 4.15. In the version 4.15, the demo file and upgrade file are consolidated into one file where using joystick is limited to 5 minutes without CD-ROM. The latest version also features various improvements and fixes. Demo/Upgrade file size is 22.6 MB (more info), updater from previous version (maybe 4.13) is 9.2 MB (more info).
Followup: As of September 9, X-Plane has been updated to version 4.21.

Quiver Updated to 1.01

Scott Kevill has updated Quiver, a full-featured CAD-class Quake map editor, to version 1.01. Version 1.01 features many improvements and fixes such as ones related to the hierarchy view and the entity definitions handling. File size is 705 KB (more info). Shareware $20.
Followup: As of August 31, Quiver has been updated to 1.03.

8/26/98 (Wed)

Manhattan Apartment Hunter Demo Posted

IWS Interactive posted the demo of their upcoming Manhattan Apartment Hunter. Manhattan Apartment Hunter is an adventure game set in New York based on a unique story where player is encountered unexpected mystery while searching for a new apartment. The graphics consist real photos of Manhattan and in-door graphics by 3D CG. Also features full voice conversation scenes using voice actors/actress. File Size is 32.3 MB. Requires PowerPC (120 MHz or faster recommended), free memory 16 MB or larger, 640 x 480/32,000 colors or better, QuickTime 3. (Source: MGL)

LittleWing English Site Opened. English Version of Angel Egg and Golden Logress Coming Soon

LittleWing, well-known for popular pinball games Crystal Caliburn and Loony Labyrinth, has opened their English site. They also announced English version of their recent pinball games Angel Egg and Golden Logres are coming soon:

-- Angel Egg: High-quality pinball game based on a unique story of seven Arc Angels. It features the easily-launched up to 6 multiball, frequent jackpots, the colorful semi-3D view table, and a variation of rules and specials. Now available is the Japanese time-limited demo (10.7 MB*).

-- Golden Logres: The latest pinball game to be called the sequel to Crystal Caliburn. It is based on a long story from the legend of King Arthur and featuring 3 different tables that represent explorations in the story. Now available is the Japanese time-limited demo (26.8 MB*).

8/25/98 (Tue)

Hurry Up!! Bruce!! Released

Masaru's MatchBox* has released "Hurry Up!! Bruce!!*". Hurry Up!! Bruce!! is a simple side-scrolling arcade game where player chases a running criminal while jumping over obstacles and getting hamburgers. It features the cartoon-like graphics and the humorous characters with full voices. File size is 3.0 MB*. Requires PowerPC, QuickTime 2.5 or later. Freeware. Japanese software.

TRON-ish Released

Foxchange Productions has released TRON-ish. TRON-ish is a two-player arcade game like TRON where players run around the field while avoiding ruts both players have left. TRON-ish features powerful enhancements such as smooth scrolling field and weapons. File size is 378 KB. Shareware $5.
Followup: As of September 14, TRON-ish has been updated to 1.4.

8/24/98 (Mon)

Full-Featured Quake Map Editor "Quiver" Finally Released

Scott Kevill has released Quiver. Quiver is a full-featured Quake map editor with CAD-class quality. It features texture-mapped 3D views, 3D walk through, object subtraction to cut a hole, hierarchical object grouping, drag and drop support, and other powerful functions to make complex maps easily. File size is 701 KB (more info). Requires PowerPC, System 7.5 or later, QuickDraw 3D 1.5.4 or later. Supports 3D RAVE accelerators. Shareware $20. (Source: MAC GAME LAND 120%*)
Followup: As of August 31, Quiver has been updated to 1.03.

Game Updates

-- Dasshutsu Kikai 2.51J* (Takaaki Mizuno*): Puzzle arcade game where player controls a robot and lead it to the exit. Version 2.51J supports double-clicking of a stage data file. File Size is 368 KB*. Freeware but users must register. Japanese software.
Followup: As of August 25, Dasshutsu Kikai has been updated to version 2.52 fixing a bug that prevents the preference dialog box.

-- Torizo 1.25J* (Takaaki Mizuno*): Puzzle arcade game where player must take certain amount of fruits and go to the exit. Version 1.25J supports double-clicking of a stage data file. File Size is 495 KB*. Freeware. Japanese software.

New 4 Titles Released from "Shock Price 500" Series

SME Intermedia* has released new 4 titles of Shock Price 500 Series. Shock Price 500 Series is a line of low price game CD-ROM. The new 4 titles are as following:

-- Mah-Jong II*: Second installment of Mah Jong game featuring stronger and unique computer opponents.
-- Shogi*: Low price shogi game (Japanese chess-like board game) with speech and editor.
-- Pachinko*: Pachinko parlor simulation game featuring 3 popular tables.
-- Dasshutsu!*: Sokoban-type 2D puzzle arcade game where player move the containers to the given position.

Each requires PowerPC. Available as hybrid CD-ROMs at retail stores in Japan for ¥500 each.

8/21/98 (Fri)

Little Wing Posted Golden Logres Pinball Demo

LittleWing, well-known for popular pinball simulations CrystalCaliburn and Loony Labyrinth, posted the demo of the latest pinball game "Golden Logres". Each play time is limited to 60 seconds but user can choose 3 different tables from a menu. File size is 26.8 MB*. Requires Japanese System, but the table designs and voice effects themselves are all in English. LittleWing also has the demos of their other titles including their previous Angel Egg (more info*).
Followup: LittleWing has opened their English site and announced that English version of Angel Egg and Golden Logres are coming soon.

8/20/98 (Thu)

Enhanced Tic-Tac-Toe Game "Trilite 2.0"

John Mauro Software has released Trilite 2.0. Trilite 2.0 is a Tic-Tac-Toe-type game with challenging enhancement where two players put tokens alternately to line up 3 tokens, but, unlike usual Tic-Tac-Toe, each tokens endures only for 3 hands; each player can have at most 3 tokens at a time. Version 2.0 improves interface and sounds. File size is 834 KB. Requires System 7.0 or later. Shareware $5. (Source: MacGaming.com)

2D Puzzle Game "Akeyan Enigma"

Soleau Software has been released Akeyan Enigma. Akeyan Enigma is a 2D puzzle game where player must take the tablets and find a way to the exit in each chamber by using stones and other objects. The game contains a variety of gimmicks and as many as 50 stages. It also features various helps such as Demo Puzzle and Solution Plays. File size is 1.3 MB. Requires 68030 or better, System 7.0 or later, free memory 8 MB or larger, 640 x 480/256 colors or better. Shareware $18. (Source: MacUpdate.com)

8/19/98 (Wed)

Macintosh Football Manager Updated 2.05

Malcolm McQuoid has updaterd Macintosh Football Manager, a soccer management simulation game to version 2.05. Version 2.05 fixes a bug that caused crashes at the end of season and imbroves the Assistant Screen. Demo size is 840 KB (more info). Available directly for £20 or $35.

Site Opened for Ambrosia's Upcoming "Ferazel's Wand"

Ben Spees of Mixed Metaphor Software, who is well-known for Harry the Handsome Executive, opened the site for Ambrosia's upcoming Ferazel's Wand. Ferazel's Wand is a 2D action arcade game of wizardry and magic where player, as a wizard, explores the world while fighting against the enemies by magical spells, weapons, and techniques. It features 2D but high quality graphics thanks to horizontal/vertical parallax scrolling, full-animated characters, and various effects such as lighting and particles. Also, it has a large-scaled world with dozens of unique, multilayered levels as well as over 50 types of spells and weapons. Requires PowerPC. Expected by the end of this year or early next year.

Realistic Lure Fishing Simulation "THE SEA BASS" to be Released on September 18

PONYCANYON* releases THE SEA BASS* on September 18. THE SEA BASS is a realistic sea bass fishing simulation where player challenges a tournament using variety of real-world's lures. Requires PowerPC, RAM 16 MB or larger, 640 x 480/32,000 colors or better, CD-ROM 4x or faster. It will be available as hybrid CD-ROM at retail stores in Japan. Also, preorder* is available now for ¥5,800. Japanese software.

13th Installment of Train Simulator Series to be Released on September 18

PONYCANYON* releases Train Simulator: JR Hokkaido 1* on September 18. Train Simulator* is a series of realistic train driving simulators using QuickTime movies where player can drive a real-world's train of various companies. It is developed by Ongakukan, a software house founded by Minoru Mukaiya who is musician and most popular train enthusiast. Requires Japanese Mac OS. Preorder* is available now for ¥5,800. Japanese software.

Tempus Irae 2: The Lost Levels Coming Soon

Nardo announced the upcoming release of Tempus Irae 2: The Lost Levels. Tempus Irae 2 is a sequel to Tempus Irae, the popular full-scaled total conversion set for Marathon Infinity. It features new 10 levels for solo play and 11 levels for net play with new story line. Nardo opened new Tempus Irae 2 page and posted screen shots and a movie.

Patrice Mallette Updated 3 Titles, Now Released as Freeware

Patrice Mallette has updated following 3 titles:

-- Skyracers 1.2: Roll and move game where player must moves the spaceship to the goal before the opponent reaches it. File size is 1.2 MB.

-- ColorMind 1.6: MasterMind puzzle game where player guesses color sequence. File size is 1.6 MB.

-- Traditions 1.3: Realistic wedding simulation game where player must consider budget and stress to bring success to the plan. File size is 6.3 MB.

All above were sharewares before these updates, but now become freewares. He is also developing a new board style arcade game MazeBall where player rolls a ball in the maze.

8/18/98 (Tue)

Crosswind Simulations Officially Announced Mac Port of Upcoming Flight Simulator "Stormbird"

Crosswind Simulations officially announced Macintosh port of upcoming flight simulator Stormbird. The decision comes from good result of the Stormbird Mac Poll to research Mac users' demand for the WWII German jet fighter simulator.

Game Updates List

-- Skat 3.1.1e English Version (Fa. Rasche): German traditional card game with computer opponent. No information of the update has been given. Demo size is 1.8 MB, updater is 353 KB. Full version is available directly for $49.

-- Doppelkopf 1.21e English Version (Fa. Rasche): German traditional card game with computer opponent. No information of the update has been given. Demo size is 1.7 MB, updater is 354 KB. Full version is available directly for $44.

-- Mr. Cat's Quest 2.5 (Foxchange Productions): 2D Ground-digging puzzle arcade game. No information of the update has been given. Full version size is 627 KB. Shareware $10.

-- Blobs 1.8.0 (Foxchange Productions): Puzzle arcade game where player places 3-colored blobs and makes them disappear by a rule. Version 1.0.8 features bug fixes, small changes, and improved graphic speed. Full version size is 743 KB. Shareware $10.

-- Warbirds 2.01r4 (iMagic Online): Internet head-to-head play WWII flight simulator with various aircraft. Version 2.01r4 fixes several problems. Full version size for PowerPC 601 is 7.9 MB, 603/G3 is 7.9 MB, 604 is 7.9 MB (more info). Updater size for PowerPC 601 is 997 KB, 603/G3 is 1,003 KB, 604 is 1,003 KB (more info).

-- The Tower II* (OPeNBooK 9003*): Sequel to tower management simulation The Tower (Sim Tower) featuring expansible MAPs and Plug-ins architecture. Posted are a new installer and a library updater. The size of The Tower II Installer 1.0.2.1-J* is 323 KB*, The Tower II ShPluginLib 1.0.4-J Updater* is 702 KB* (more info*). Full version is available at Japanese retailers.

-- Macintosh Football Manager 2.04 (Malcolm McQuoid): Soccer management simulation game. Version 2.04 fixes a bug that caused the team's lineup to revert and screen bugs. Demo size is 840 KB (more info). Full version is available directly for £20
Followup: As of August 19, Macintosh Football Manager has been updated to 2.05.

8/17/98 (Mon)

Radio Program Production Game "Doki Doki ON AIR 2"

BOTTOM UP* has released "Doki Doki ON AIR 2*". Doki Doki ON AIR 2 (developed by Dream Japan, supervised and co-produced by Nippon Cultural Broadcasting) is a sequel to Doki Doki ON AIR, a radio program production role playing game featuring real-world's DJs and voice actors/actresses. The player, as a rookie director, produces a new radio program to get high rating. PowerPC recommended, Japanese System 7.5 or later, RAM 16 MB or larger, free HD 15 MB or larger, 640 x 480/256 colors or better. Available at retail stores in Japan. Japanese software.

Mac Game Planet Renewal

Mac Game Planet, a Mac gaming resource site, has been newly reopened after long site-down. The new site features the Daily News from their own sources as well as the plenty of reviews and demos.

Shogi End Games Collection AI Tsume Shogi 3 Released. Also AI Tsume Shogi 4 to be Released on September 4

ASCII SOMETHING GOOD* has released the third installment of AI Tsume Shogi series* named "AI Tsume Shogi: Sono-3, Seidono Maki*". Tsume shogi is a collection of end games of Japanese chess-like shogi game where player must find out the best hands from various end game dispositions. AI Tsume Shogi series is the most powerful tsume shogi game with the strongest computer algorithm where player must always give the best way for each end game. The latest installment features new 200 end games written by a tsume shogi expert. Requires PowerPC, Japanese System 7.5.3 or later, RAM 16 MB or larger (32 MB recommended), free HD 10 MB or larger. To be available as a hybrid CD-ROM at retail shops in Japan. Japanese software.
ASCII SOMETHING GOOD also release the fourth installment of the AI Tsume Shogi series* on September 4. It will features 200 new end games with 4 levels.

Full-Scale Role Playing Adventure Game "ADIEU"

deko boko soft* has released ADIEU*. ADIEU is a story-oriented 2D role playing adventure game where player, as a ordinal boy, explores a large-scaled fantasy world to find the secret of his past and his birth. It features the simple click-only operation, the hart-warming long story, and various vivid events/characters. The game play takes a long time but has excellent game balance; needs no boring repeat of battles and no dull searching for trivial items. File size is 910 KB*. Requires Japanese System 7.1 or later, free memory 4 MB or larger, QuickTime 2.0 and QuickTime Musical Instruments. Shareware* ¥2,000. Japanese software.
Followup: As of August 31, ADIEU has been updated to version 1.3.

Another Survival Simulation Game "Ocean Bound" Released

SpiderWeb Software has released Ocean Bound. Ocean Bound is, developed by Richard White, a desert island survival simulation game where player must build a village while fighting against wild animals, hostile natives, and starvation. It features as many as 60 full scrolling maps of unique islands. File size is 1.1 MB. Requires 68020 or better, System 7.0 or later, free memory 2.5 MB or larger, 640 x 480/256 colors or better. Shareware $15.
Followup: As of September 8, Ocean Bound has been updated to version 1.1.

Survival Simulation Game "Beached II" Released

Marcus Boxall has released Beached II. Beached II is a sequel to Beached, a survival simulation game where player must survive in a small tropical island while building boat to escape before a hurricane comes. The sequel features competition and trading with computer survivors. Player must trade with others to survive because the player has few tools in hand and there are very little resource in the island. File size is 394 KB. 68020 or better, System 7.0 or later, 256 colors or better. Shareware $8.

Game Updates List

-- Kinga 3.0.2 (Jason Sidwell): Gambling game with an Egyptian theme. Full version size is 6.4 MB. Shareware $15.

-- Puzzler 1.0.3 (Bjorn Carlin): Classic piece-filling puzzle game. Version 1.0.3 adds 2 new levels (now 39 levels) and speeds up loading by optimizing the application file. Full version size is 166 KB. Shareware $10.

-- Rotate 1.1 (Tim Williamson): Breakthrough-type arcade game where player hit the ball by rotating a square. Version 1.1 adds the level editor and the practice mode as well as fixes bugs. Full version size is 144 KB. Freeware.

-- Gaps 2.2 (Thomas Reed): Solitaire card game where player arranges the cards to line them up in order by suit. Version 2.2 Fixes a bug at creating a preferences file. Full version size is 573 KB. Shareware $5.

-- Realmz 5.1.6 (Fantasoft): Popular 2D role playing game. 5.1.6 features only internal change. Full version size is 10.5 MB (more info), Updater size is 1.5 MB (more info). Shareware $20.

-- Revenge of Monsters 1.0.4* (YellowNail Software '98*): Large-scaled fantasy role playing game where player, as a monster, fights against human heroes. Several bug fixes. Full version size for PowerPC is 2.9 MB*, 68K is 2.8 MB*. Shareware ¥2,000. Japanese software.

-- X-Plane 4.13 (Laminar Research): Full-featured flight simulator with beautiful texture graphics using OpenGL. Version 4.13 features many bug fixes and visual improvements. Demo size is 22.6 MB (more info), upgrade file from 3.x is 20.8 MB (more info). Available directly for $199.
Followup: As of September 9, X-Plane has been updated to version 4.21.

8/7/98 (Fri)

F/A-18 Korea 1.01b1 Updater Posted, Now Supports Voodoo 2

Graphic Simulations posted beta updater (1.01b1) of F/A-18 Korea, a multipurpose fighter simulator supports 3Dfx. Version 1.01b1 now supports new 3Dfx Voodoo 2 graphic cards. Updater size is 774 KB (more info).

Radical Tank Battle Game "War Machines"

Monkey Farm Software has released War Machines. War Machines is a simple tank battle arcade game only for 2 players. The players control each machine in split scrolling screen and defeat alien weapons by shooting or simply pushing into them. It features radical music, sounds, and visual effects. Although it has only one stage and no goal, Monkey Farm Software plans to develop full-featured version if there is enough response from users. File size is 973 KB. Requires PowerPC, free memory 16 MB or larger, free HD 13 MB or larger. Freeware.

Bubbles Updated to 1.3, Including Various New Features

ElegantSoft has updated Bubbles to version 1.3. Bubbles is a board-based puzzle game where player must assemble similar balls in a line from 8 kinds some of which are placed on the field in every turn. Version 1.3 features the option to set timeout for a turn, GameField Manager to create custom board, and other many improvements. File size is 928 KB. Requires PowerPC, Mac OS 7.6.1. Shareware $10. (Source: Macintosh WIRE*)

8/6/98 (Thu)

Stormbird Mac Poll to Research Mac Users' Demand for the Upcoming Flight Simulator

Crosswind Simulations opens Stormbird Mac Poll page to research Mac users' demand for upcoming flight simulator "Stormbird". Stormbird is a shareware WWII flight simulator of German jet fighters Me 262 and Me 163. It features various interesting game modes including "Historical" and "WWII-1946" mode. Also features editors to create camouflage coloring/missions/campaigns and the 3D reference section listing all units.
The Mac Poll page only asks your E-mail address and whether you want Mac port. Crosswind Simulations seems to be eager to port Stormbird to Macintosh if there is enough interest.
(Source: MacGaming.com)
Followup: Crosswind Simulations decided to port Stormbird to Macintosh.

idin Updated to 2.1

Gemjm has updated idin to 2.1. idin is a simple 2D shooting arcade game where player controls the helicopter to defeat opponent while avoiding anti air attacks. Version 2.1 fixes several bugs. File size is 1.7 MB (more info). Shareware $5.

Jump Zampoli Updated to 1.03

RampZamp has updated Jump Zampoli to version 1.03. Jump Zampoli is an arcade game like old game "Acrobat" where little creature Zampolis jump to crash balloons with help of seesaw. Version 1.03 increases maximum lives to 4. Full version size is 5.2 MB, updater is 74 KB. Requires PowerPC (Power Macintosh 7300 or better with VRAM 4 MB or larger recommended), System 7.1 or later (Mac OS 8 or later recommended), free memory 7 MB or larger. Shareware $20.

Monkey Shines Updated to 1.2.1

Fantasoft has updated Monkey Shines to version 1.2.1. Monkey Shines is a 2D arcade game where player controls Bonzo the monkey to explore the dungeon avoiding enemy characters. Version 1.2.1 allows 68K users to play this latest version thanks to new InputSprocket 1.3. Full version size is 7.5 MB, updater is 4.1 MB. Requires 68020 or better, System 7.1 or later, free memory 4.9 MB or larger, 640 x 480/256 colors or better. Sound Manager 3.1 or later recommended. Shareware $20.

Azimuth Software Updated 2 Titles

Azimuth Software has been updated following 2 titles:

-- Jur 1.6.3: Puzzle arcade game feels like the combination of maze game and Daleks. The new version revises the memory requirements. File size is 48 KB. Maybe freeware.

-- MazeBuilder 1.0.2: Maze generating utility. The new version revises the memory requirements and fixes a preferences-related bug. File size is 15 KB. Maybe freeware.

John Mauro Software Updated 2 Titles

John Mauro Software has been updated following 2 titles:

-- Cyberopoly 1.1: Monopoly-parody board game of the computing industry. No information about the update has been given. File size is 597 KB. Shareware $15.

-- Digital Wipeout 2.0: Bingo-style puzzle game using 3 dices and the four basic arithmetic operations. 2.0 features the customizable board picture and the bar graph timer. File size is 1.2 MB. Shareware $10.
Followup: As of September 3, Digital Wipeout has been updated to 3.0.

8/5/98 (Wed)

Starbound II Urgently Updated to 0.96

Catfish Software has urgently updated Starbound II, a networkable strategic space conquest game, to version 0.96. Version 0.96 fixes an odd bug that occasionally wiped out the population. It also adds a new option to turn off the auto debug mode. Full version size is 8.1 MB, updater from 0.90 or 0.95 is 591 KB (more info).
Followup: As of August 29, Starbound II has been updated to version 0.97, the final candidate.

The Tower II Updaters Added and Updated

OPeNBooK 9003* has added and updated following updaters for The Tower II* (Japanese version of upcoming Yoot's Tower):

-- The Tower II Installer 1.0.2*: New installer for The Tower II. It allows to install the software onto HD with little free space. 324 KB*.

-- The Tower II ShPluginLib 1.0.3-J*: Library updater that fixes various bugs such as illegally growing data file and closed empty elevators. 1.5 MB*.

-- Shusei Shinjuku Final*: Installer script to fix Shinjuku MAP. Revised condition for the final item. Requires The Tower II Installer 1.0.2. 407 KB*.

-- Shusei Hawaii Final*: Installer script to fix Hawaii MAP. Revised condition for the final item. Requires The Tower II Installer 1.0.2. 252 KB*.

-- Shusei Kegon Kit*: Installer script to fix Kegon-no Taki MAP. It features revised condition for the final item as well as fixes a bug. Requires The Tower II Installer 1.0.2. 546 KB*.

-- Shusei Hotel Kit*: Installer script to fix Shinjuku and Hawaii MAP. Fixes several bugs related to hotel management. Requires The Tower II Installer 1.0.2. 437 KB*.

-- Shusei Tenants*: Installer script to fix Shinjuku and Hawaii MAP. Fixes bugs related to several tenants. Requires The Tower II Installer 1.0.2. 543 KB*.

Go to The Tower II Update History page* for more information (Japanese).
Followup: As of August 18, several updaters for The Tower II has been updated (more info*).

Farfetch Software Posted The Final Release of Mazeworld Trilogy as Freeware

Farfetch Software posted the final maintenance release of Mazeworld Trilogy as following:

-- Mazeworld 1.0.5: First person-style adventure game where player has conversations or combats using four kinds of projectiles. 621 KB.

-- Mazeworld Catacombs 1.0.5: 3D first person perspective shooting game where player must find out the exit and jewels while fighting against enemies. 522 KB.

-- Mazeworld Abyss 1.5.3: 3D first person perspective shooting game featuring fantastic graphics and up to 4 player multi windows game on one machine. 1.3 MB. Requires PowerPC.

-- Mazeworld Abyss 1.1.7: Old version of Mazeworld Abyss including 5 scenarios with various game modes. 1.4 MB. Requires PowerPC.

These titles were originally shareware but they become freeware now. There will be no farther upgrades for them.

Macintosh Football Manager 2.01 Released

Malcolm McQuoid has released Macintosh Football Manager 2.01. Macintosh Football Manager is a soccer management simulation game where player manages a team to let them win the Premier Championship and the FA Cup. Version 2.01 features the new optimized program written entirely by Pascal rather than HyperCard as previous version. The newest version also features many improvements and fixes in the game play and user interfaces. Demo of version 2.0 is available (1.6 MB, more info). Requires 68030 or better, System 7.1 or better (Mac OS 8 compatible), free memory 2.3 MB or larger (3 MB or larger recommended, 4 MB or larger for PowerPC), free HD 2 MB or larger, 640 x 480/256 colors or better, QuickTime (Musical Instruments recommended). Available directly for £20 or $35.
Followup: As of August 19, both full version and demo version of Macintosh Football Manager has been updated to 2.05. Demo size is 840 KB.