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 Some of versions and links in this page may be outdated.

News of April, 1999

4/28/99 (Wed)

Adventure Game Stack "Lost and Found"

Prism Software has released Lost and Found. Lost and Found is the second installment of the adventure game stack series Get Rich Quick where player must find 8 stolen items. File size is 5.5 MB. Requires free memory 3 MB or larger, free HD 11 MB or larger, HyperCard 2.2 or later. Shareware $3.

Fia med knuff Preliminary Version Posted

Ingemar Ragnemalm posted the preliminary version of Fia med knuff 0.2. Fia med knuff is a Roll and move-type board game called Ludo where player moves 4 tokens to the goal. File size is 158 KB. Freeware. Swedish software.

Game Updates

-- Solitaire House 1.0.2 (Ingemar Ragnemalm): Collection of 30 solitaire card games with colorful table design. Version 1.0.2 fixes a bug. File size is 1.5 MB. Shareware $20.

-- Mac Descent 3Dfx 1.20 (Duane Johnson): Unofficial Descent updater that supports 3Dfx. Version 1.20 features improved graphics such as smooth sprites and several bug fixes. File size of Mac Descent 1 3Dfx is 1.7 MB, Mac Descent 2 3Dfx is 1.7 MB. Causeware.
Followup: As of May 10, Mac Descent 3Dfx has been updated to 1.23.

4/27/99 (Tue)

Native Assault Preview Posted

Adrenaline Entertainment posted the preview version of Native Assault 0.9. Native Assault is an upcoming 2D missile arcade game where player launches missiles to shoot enemy missiles. It features the high quality graphics and several power-ups. File size is 1.1 MB (more info). Requires PowerPC, System 7.1 or later, 640 x 480/32,000 colors or better, Sound Manager 3.0 or later, DrawSprocket 1.1.2 or later. Public beta version.
Followup: As of May 6, Native Assault has been updated to version 0.9a.

Q3Finder for Q3Test Released

Scott Kevill, well-known for QuakeFinder, has been released Q3Finder. Q3Finder is Internet players browser for Q3Test featuring live filtering and Auto-refreshing. File size is 211 KB (more info). Requires PowerPC, System 7.5 or later, Q3Test. Freeware.

Game Updates

-- Myth, The Fallen Lords Japanese Version 1.3* (G.A.T.E*): The first installment of popular 3D fantasy action strategy simulation series. Version 1.3 supports third party plug-ins. Updater size is 2.0 MB* (more info*).

-- Myth II: Soulblighter Japanese Version 1.2.1J* (G.A.T.E*): The latest installment of the 3D fantasy strategy simulation game. Version 1.2.1J features increased stability at multi play and other improvements/fixes. Updater file size is 2.0 MB* (more info*).

-- Realmz 6.1.2 (Fantasoft): Popular 2D top view and 3D maze view epic fantasy role playing game. Version 6.1.2 fixes a bug related to the map selection. Full version file size is 14.3 MB (more info), updater size is 376 KB (more info). Also, the scenario Trouble in the Sword Lands has been updated to 6.1.1 with file size 1.9 MB (more info). Shareware $20.
Followup: As of May 13, Realmz has been updated to version 6.1.3.

4/26/99 (Mon)

Unique Robbing Arcade "Kaito Gokko"

Takeshi Sakai* has released Kaito Gokko*. Kaito Gokko is a unique robbing arcade game where player hides a safe in a house and beats a thief breaking into the house to rob the safe. Ether One-player game against computer thief or two-player game is available. File size is 1.3 MB*. Freeware. Japanese software.
Followup: As of May 12, Kaito Gokko has been updated to version 1.1.

Tricolor Puzzle Game "Dongo de Combo"

RedShirt Studio has released Dongo de Combo*. Dongo de Combo is a puzzle game where player finds tricolored balls in the 12 x 12 allay. It features easy mode for children. File size is 141 KB*. Requires Mac OS 8 or later, color monitor. Shareware $5 or ¥700. Japanese software.

Carmageddon II: Carpocalpyse Now Released in USA

SCI and Interplay Productions has released Carmageddon II: Carpocalpyse Now in USA. Carmageddon II is the latest installment of a cruel racing arcade game. It have many advanced features over the previous installment such as 30 tracks of 10 missions, destructible structures, intelligent polygonal pedestrians of 150 types, 40 new cars and 90 different power up weapons, replay option with 8 different camera views, improved graphic effects. Also, 4 songs of Iron Maiden are featured as the BGM. Requires PowerPC 603/180 MHz, 604/120 MHz or better, Mac OS 7.6 or later (8.0 or later recommended), free memory 32 MB or larger, free HD 350 MB or larger, CD-ROM 2x or faster, 3D RAVE/3Dfx supported. Available at retail stores in USA or directly from Interplay for $39.95).

Game Updates

-- David's Backgammon 2.8.1 (David Byrum): Backgammon game with many features. Version 2.8 is a minor change. File size is 289 KB. Shareware $20.
Followup: As of May 3, David's Backgammon has been updated to 2.8.3.

-- Sandlot Baseball 1.0.2 (Candy House*): Baseball arcade game featuring simple operation and various game modes. Version 1.0.2 fixes a problem related to four-balls. File size is 2.8 MB. Shareware ¥1,500. Japanese Software.

-- DonDen 1.2* (RedShirt Studio): Enhanced Tic-Tac-Toe game where player place tokens to make them in a line while moving opponent's tokens. Version 1.2 features 68K support, improved interface, enhanced computer routine, and a display-related bug fix. File size is 259 KB*. Shareware $5 or ¥600. Japanese software. English version also available with size 229 KB.

-- Bansoko 1.1* (RedShirt Studio): Puzzle game where player puts stickers on designated places. Version 1.1 adds easy mode without time limit. File size is 165 KB*. Shareware $10 or ¥1,000. Japanese software.

-- Gotaku 0.47* (Naoki Iimura*): Simple quiz game ported from DOS. Version 0.47 fixes several bugs and support Appearance Manager. File size is 80 KB*. Also, TEXT<->5TQ, a conversion utility, has been updated to 3.0 with size 26 KB*. Japanese software.

-- ChessWorks 1.4.1 (Mike Bailey): Chess program only for head-to-head net play. Version 1.4.1 fixes a crushing bug and improves performance. File size is 516 KB (more info). Freeware.
Followup: As of May 3, ChessWorks has been updated to 1.4.2.

-- UNO 1.1 e (Mikael Bergerholm): Popular card game to play against computer players. Version 1.1 e allows to show last few played cards and features other improvements. File size is 243 KB. Shareware $5.
Followup: As of May 10, UNO has been updated to 1.2e.

-- Jewel of Arabia: Dreamers 1.2 (Quarter Note Software): Role playing game set in an ancient Arabian empire. Version 1.2 improves the user interface, adds new features, and fixes bugs. File size is 8.2 MB. Shareware $25.

-- Hang2000 1.4 (Space-Time Associates): Newest version of popular word game Hangman. Version 1.4 features European languages support, improved High Score Board, and other improvements/fixes. File size is 426 KB. Shareware $20.

Flash: Q3TEST Posted

id Software posted Q3TEST, a test version engine of upcoming Quake 3: Arena. But currently, each download sites are loaded and difficult to be downloaded. (Source: MacGaming.com)

4/23/99 (Fri)

Game Updates

-- Clan Lord v73.1 (Delta Tao Software): Online fantasy role playing game. File size of v73 is 18.3 MB, updater from v72 to v73 is 284 KB, updater from v73 to v73.1 is 275 KB (more info).
Followup: As of May 10, Clan Lord has been updated to v75.

4/22/99 (Thu)

Game Demos

-- Puzz-3D CD (Wrebbit): 3D jigsaw puzzle game. File size is 1.3 MB (more info).

Game Updates

-- David's Backgammon 2.8 (David Byrum): Backgammon game with many features. Version 2.8 features bug fixes and several improvements. File size is 289 KB. Shareware $20.
Followup: As of May 3, David's Backgammon has been updated to 2.8.3.

-- Chocoletters 1.2.2 (Pierre Durand): Puzzle game where player put 36 letters on 6 x 6 grid using hints about paths between selected two letters. Version 1.2.2 improves the scores window and fixes a bug that makes a tile disappear. File size is 468 KB. Shareware $10.
Followup: As of May 11, Chocoletters has been updated to 1.2.3.

4/20/99 (Tue)

AQUAZONE Power Updater: Silver Arowana Released

OPeNBooK 9003* has released "AQUAZONE Power Updater: Silver Arowana*." It is Add-on module for popular fish breeding simulation "AQUAZONE." Silver Arowana is a large predatory fish live in Amazon River featuring its special behavior such as predation and mouse breeding. Requires 68040 or better (PowerPC recommended), Japanese System 7.1 or later, free memory 25 MB or larger (35 or larger recommended), free HD 60 MB or larger, 640 x 480/256 colors or better. Available as hybrid CD-ROM at retail stores in Japan. Also, "AQUAZONE Arowana Starter Kit*" is available for beginners. Japanese software.

New Titles of pinna Series

OPeNBooK 9003* has released 2 new titles of pinna Series; pinna Gouldian Finch* and pinna Red Factor Canary*. pinna Series is a low-priced limited edition of popular bird breeding simulation "pinna*." Requires PowerPC 601/80 MHz or better (120 MHz or faster recommended), Japanese System 7.5.1 or later, free memory 32 MB or larger (38 MB or larger recommended), free HD 80 MB or larger, 640 x 480/32,000 colors or better, CD-ROM 2x or faster. Available as hybrid CD-ROM at retail stores in Japan. For users of full package version, option disks named "pinna Options*" are also available. Japanese software.

Game Demos

-- Tomb Raider Gold (Aspyr Media): Special edition of the popular 3D exploration action game. File size is 3.9 MB.

Game Updates

-- Game Wizard MacGlide 2.53r7 (Micro Conversions): 3Dfx Glide driver for Game Wizard. File size is 152 KB.

-- Game Wizard Rave 1.1 (Micro Conversions): 3D RAVE driver for Game Wizard. File size is 12 KB.

-- Sim Restaurant 1.991* (Katsuhiro Hitomi): Restaurant management simulation game stack. File size is 504 KB*. Freeware (Mailware). Japanese software.

-- AQUAZONE GUPPY Starter Kit 1.7.0* (OPeNBooK 9003*): AQUAZONE updater for the starter kit. Version 1.7.0 supports "Power Updater: Silver Arowana." The size of the updater is 1.8 MB* (more info*).

-- COLORFUL 1.1.0* (UnderGround*): Quiz game with Tetris-like arcade game play and cut scene graphics. Version 1.1.0 supports mouse operation. Full version size is 1.9 MB*, updater from version 1.0.5 is 45 KB*. Shareware ¥1,000. Japanese software.

-- ChessWorks 1.4 (Mike Bailey): Chess program only for head-to-head net play. Version 1.4 improves the connection dialog and fixes bugs. File size is 392 KB (more info). Freeware.
Followup: As of May 3, ChessWorks has been updated to 1.4.2.

-- Skat 3.2e (Skatmarketing): German traditional card game with computer opponent. Demo file size is 2.7 MB, updater from 3.1b3e is 902 KB.

-- Sheepshead 1.1 (Skatmarketing): German traditional card game with computer opponent. Updater from version 1.0b3 is 1.2 MB.

-- Myth, The Fallen Lords 1.3 (Bungie Software Products): The first installment of popular 3D fantasy action strategy simulation series. Version 1.3 supports third party plug-ins. Updater size is 1.3 MB (more info).

-- Sokoban 2.4.2a (Scott Lindhurst): Freeware clone version of popular puzzle arcade game "Sokoban". Version 2.4.2a fixes a bug at saving and loading scores. File size is 202 KB. Freeware.

-- Grey Tower 1.4.2 (Louise Hope): Interactive fiction-style adventure game. Version 1.4.2 fixes bugs. Full version size is 757 KB, updater is 79 KB (more info).

-- Palace of Sand 1.5.1 (Louise Hope): Interactive fiction-style adventure game. Version 1.5.1 fixes bugs. Full version size is 711 KB, updater is 216 KB (more info).

-- Muddy Water 1.3.1 (Louise Hope): Interactive fiction-style adventure game. Version 1.3.1 fixes bugs. Full version size is 963 KB, updater is 198 KB (more info).

-- Color by Number 1.2.1 (Louise Hope): Interactive fiction-style adventure game. Version 1.2.1 fixes bugs. Full version size is 773 KB, updater is 90 KB (more info).

-- Mac Descent 3Dfx 1.19 (Duane Johnson): Unofficial Descent updater that supports 3Dfx. Version 1.19 features IPX/Kali support, the new software rendering version, and other improvements. File size of Mac Descent 1 3Dfx is 1.7 MB, Mac Descent 1 Software is 1.7 MB, Mac Descent 2 3Dfx is 1.7 MB, Mac Descent 2 Software is 1.7 MB. Causeware.
Followup: As of May 10, Mac Descent 3Dfx has been updated to 1.23.

-- Nethergate 1.0.2 (SpiderWeb Software): Quasi-3D Fantasy role playing game with theme of the battle between Romans and Celts in ancient Britannia. Version 1.0.2 fixes a variety of problems and supports mouse holding for moving. Updater size is 1.3 MB (more info).

-- Realmz 6.1.1 (Fantasoft): Popular 2D top view and 3D maze view epic fantasy role playing game. Version 6.1.1 fixes a character data-related bug. Full version file size is 14.2 MB (more info), updater size is 375 KB (more info). Shareware $20.
Followup: As of May 13, Realmz has been updated to version 6.1.3.

-- Starbound II 0.99 (Catfish Software): Strategic space conquest game with various scenes. Version 0.99 improves play balance and supports network multi play. File size is 13.9 MB, Expansion Pack for registered users is 8.3 MB (more info). Shareware $20.

-- Clan Lord v72 (Delta Tao Software): Online fantasy role playing game. File size is 18.2 MB, updater is 351 KB (more info).
Followup: As of May 10, Clan Lord has been updated to v75.

-- Warbirds 2.6 (iMagic Online): WWII flight simulator for net play with various aircraft. File size is 10.9 MB, updater from 2.5r3 is 6.1 MB (more info). Also Ki-61 (Japanese "Tony") cockpit file is added with file size 676 KB (640 x 480) or 1.2 MB (1024 x 768).

4/19/99 (Mon)

2D Arcade-Style Fighting Game "Squirrel Kombat"

Monkey Farm Software has released Squirrel Kombat. Squirrel Kombat is a 2D arcade-style fighting game where player fights in various interactive scenes. It features 5 fight scenes such as forest and city, 11 humorous characters, unique special moves, and a variety of play modes such as the two-on-two mode. File size is 2.2 MB. Requires PowerPC/60 MHz or faster, free memory 15 MB or larger, free HD 5.7 MB or larger. Shareware $15.

Bug-Chasing Board Game "Neuron Bug Hunt"

D F Curran Productions has released Neuron Bug Hunt. Neuron Bug Hunt is a chasing board game for 2 to 8 players where players chases an invisible bug in a complex neuron network. File size is 391 KB. Shareware $10. (Source: MacUpdate.com)

Simple Batting Baseball Game "Sokai Ringo Yakyu"

Higaki Seisakujo* has released Sokai Ringo Yakyu*. Sokai Ringo Yakyu is a simple batting baseball game where player hits as many home runs in given time as possible. file size is 3.0 MB*. PowerPC 604e/120 MHz or better recommended, 32,000 colors required. Freeware. Japanese software.

Word Quiz Game "TOPIC TANGLE"

Soleau Software has released TOPIC TANGLE. TOPIC TANGLE is word quiz game where player unscramble the mystery words in given time using hints. It features as many as thousands words of 160 topics. File size is 1.9 MB. Requires 68030 or better, System 7.0 or later, RAM 16 MB or larger. Shareware $18.

Anime-Like Interactive Novel "WiLL"

Queens Software* has released WiLL*. WiLL is an anime-like interactive novel based on love story set in a high school. It features full voice story using voice actors. Requires PowerPC (120 MHz or faster recommended), RAM 23 MB (recommended), display 640 x 480 or better (32,000 colors or better recommended), Apple CD-ROM, QuickTime 3.0 or later. The demo version also available with size 3.0 MB*. Available directly for ¥2,500 including shipping. Japanese software.

Civilization II Multiplayer Gold Edition Released

MacSoft has released Civilization II Multiplayer Gold Edition. It is a special version of the popular political & strategy simulation game that consists networkable multiplayer version of Civilization II and add-on scenarios, Conflicts in Civilization and Fantastic Worlds. Conflicts in Civilization features several new scenarios such as American Civil War and Jihad. Fantastic Worlds features 15 fantasy and sci-fi based scenarios. Civilization II Multiplayer Gold Edition requires PowerPC, System 7.5.3 or later, free memory 10 MB or larger, color monitor. Also Open Transport is required for multiplayer game. Available at retail stores in USA or directly for $49.99.

4/13/99 (Tue)

Tracktor Beam Released

Tri-Bar Software has released Tracktor Beam. Tracktor Beam is a sci-fi arcade game where player carries a crate using a drone with a tractor beam. It features action-packed, highly-addictive game play with unique play feeling and as many as 30 levels with various items and traps. File size is 1.3 MB. Requires 68040 or better, System 7.0 or later, free memory 3 MB or larger, free HD 2 MB or larger. Shareware $10.

Simple Picture Matching Game "Scribbles"

Jim DeVona has released Scribbles. Scribbles is a simple and unique picture matching game where player remembers an image the opponent drawn and select the original one from six randomly reshaped images. It features a variety of difficulty settings and a single player mode using randomly generated images. File size is 101 KB. Requires PowerPC, 256 colors or better. Maybe freeware.

Unique Triangle-Matching Puzzle Game "Trinity"

Divinity Software has released Trinity. Trinity is a unique puzzle game played against computer players where player places triangles so that the numbers on them matches. It can be played by the simple rule but various bonus points allow more strategic play. File size is 1.3 MB. Requires System 7.0 or later, 640 x 480/246 colors or better. Shareware $15.

Train Simulator: Southern France to be Released on June 17

Ongakukan* and PONYCANYON* releases Train Simulator: Southern France* on June 17. Train Simulator* is a series of realistic train driving simulators using QuickTime movies where player can drive a real-world's train of various locations. Requires Japanese Mac OS. Preorder* is available now for ¥8,800. Japanese software.
Followup: The release date of Train Simulator: Southern France is changed to July 7.

Unique Baseball Simulation Game "Yakyu-Biyori"

Zesty Ltd.* has released Yakyu-Biyori*. Yakyu-Biyori is a unique role playing baseball simulation game stack where player manages amateur team and games. It features simple game play and auto-generated players with unique characteristics. File size is 1.4 MB* (more info*). Requires PowerPC (603e/180 MHz or better recommended), Mac OS 8.5 or better recommended, free memory 9 MB or larger, 256 colors, HyperCard 2.3 or later. Shareware ¥700. Japanese software.

2D Motor Cycle Arcade Game "Kazeto Kanojo"

Takeshi Sakai* has released Kazeto Kanojo*. Kazeto Kanojo is a 2D motor cycle arcade game where player rides a motor cycle around street to do a shopping. It features the unique game style that requires safe riding. File size is 1.7 MB*. Requires Japanese System 7.1 or later, free memory 4 MB or larger, free HD 3 MB or larger, 256 colors or better. Freeware. Japanese software.
Followup: As of April 13, Kazeto Kanojo has been updated to 1.1.

4/12/99 (Mon)

Game Updates

-- GameMaker 2.8 (Al Staffieri Jr.): Card-based graphic adventure creation tool. Version 2.8 fixes a bug at displaying the screen. Updater file size is 289 KB (more info). Demo version has also been updated to version 2.8 with file size 144 KB.

-- Realmz 6.1 (Fantasoft): Popular 2D top view and 3D maze view epic fantasy role playing game. Version 6.1 fixes type 1 errors on some machines. Full version file size is 14.2 MB (more info), updater size is 375 KB (more info). Also, the scenario Trouble in the Sword Lands has been updated to 6.1.1 with file size 1.7 MB (more info). Shareware $20.
Followup: As of May 13, Realmz has been updated to version 6.1.3.

-- Clan Lord v71 (Delta Tao Software): Online fantasy role playing game. File size is 18.2 MB, updater is 303 KB (more info). Beta updater.
Followup: As of May 10, Clan Lord has been updated to v75.

-- Power Rally Special Stage 1.5* (ORION PROJECT*): 2D scrolling rally racing simulation game. Version 1.5 adds a new game mode. File size is 2.2 MB*. Shareware* ¥500.

-- ChessWorks 1.3.5 (Mike Bailey): Chess program only for head-to-head net play. Version 1.3.5 changes About window. File size is 389 KB (more info). Freeware.
Followup: As of May 3, ChessWorks has been updated to 1.4.2.

-- Chocoletters 1.2 (Pierre Durand): Puzzle game where player put 36 letters on 6 x 6 grid using hints about paths between selected two letters. Version 1.2 features several improvements such as the better sound play. File size is 466 KB. Shareware $10.
Followup: As of May 11, Chocoletters has been updated to 1.2.3.

-- U-BOAT II: DRUMBEAT 2.5 (Deadly/Games): Real time U-Boat simulator. Version 2.5 supports G3 and Mac OS 8.x. Upgrade disk is available for $20 (more info).

-- M4 1.5 (Deadly/Games): Realistic WWII tank battle simulator. Version 1.5 supports G3 and Mac OS 8.x. Size of the updater from 1.4.5 or later is 1.1 MB, upgrade disk is available for $15 (more info).

-- iSmon 1.0.1 (DayLate & DollarShort Software): Simon-type memory game stack with screen design using iMacs. Version 1.0.1 fixes a script error caused by system menus. File size is 204 KB.

4/8/99 (Thu)

Game Updates

-- Deco 1.0.2 (Monkey Byte Development): Unique Tetris-like arcade puzzle game. File size is 617 KB. Shareware $14.95.

-- Colonisation 3.1 (Alain Paschoud): Simple strategic war game. File size is 351 KB. Shareware $10 or 15 FRS.

-- Burbank Rummy 1.2 (Scott A. Henderson): A variant of Rummy card game. File size is 759 KB. Shareware $10.

-- ChessWorks 1.3.4 (Mike Bailey): Chess program only for head-to-head net play. Version 1.3.4 improves chat messages. File size is 386 KB (more info). Freeware.
Followup: As of May 3, ChessWorks has been updated to 1.4.2.

-- pinna 1.2* (OPeNBooK 9003*): Realistic bird breeding simulation. Version 1.2 adds the cage timer option and preview. Updater size is 11.5 MB* (more info*).

2D/3D Hybrid Shooting Arcade "Galactic Patrol"

Monkey Byte Development has released Galactic Patrol. Galactic Patrol is a Galaxian-style 2D/3D hybrid shooting arcade game where player shoots alien fleets in 3D, vertically-scrolling 2D, and holizontally-scrolling 2D levels. It features as many as 25 levels to play and a variety of power up weapons. Demo file size is 3.1 MB. Requires PowerPC (G3 recommended), System 7.5.3 or later (Mac Os 8.5 or later recommended), RAM 16 MB or larger, 640 x 480/256 colors or better, DrawSprocket (1.1.4 recommended). Available directly for $19.95, or $24.95 in CD-ROM.

Fox Arcade: Sci-Fi Pinball Shipped

Fox Interactive has shipped Fox Arcade: Sci-Fi Pinball. Fox Arcade: Sci-Fi Pinball is a colloction of pinball games based on Fox films and TV shows such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Aliens, Predator and The Fly. Requires PowerPC 603e or better, System 7.5 or later (Mac OS 8.0 or later recommended), RAM 16 MB or larger (32 MB or larger recommended), HD 100 MB or larger (250 MB or larger recommended), 800 x 600/32,000 colors or better, CD-ROM 4x or faster. Available as hybrid CD-ROM at retail stores in USA.

4/5/99 (Mon)

Game Updates

-- Clan Lord v70 (Delta Tao Software): Online fantasy role playing game. File size is 18.2 MB, updater is 284 KB (more info). Also, the macro file has been updated with file size 3 KB. Beta version. Full retail version coming soon.
Followup: As of May 10, Clan Lord has been updated to v75.

-- Dark Vengeance 1.2 (MacSoft): High quality 3D action adventure with theme of horror and darkness. Version 1.2 offers better operation by improved mouse control and new camera modes, as well as improved graphics and networking. Updater size is 3.8 MB, NetPack 1 that contains new net maps and skins is 2.0 MB. Also, demo version has been updated with file size 32.4 MB.

-- Jazz Jackrabbit 2 1.2.3* (Japan Central*): SONIC-type parallax scrolling 2D high-paced action arcade game. Version 1.2.3 support net play as a client. Updater size is 408 KB. Beta updater.

-- Unreal 2.2.0 Beta 3 (Westlake Interactive): High quality 3D first person shooting adventure game. Version 2.2.0 Beta 3 fixes crushing bugs. The size of the updater from version 2.2.0 Beta 2 is 239 KB (more info).

-- the Warrior Master 1.8* (GARAGE 17*): Simple and humorous table-talk style fantasy role playing game. Version 1.8 features new events, new enemy characters, improved game difficulty, and bug fixes. File size is 2.6 MB*. Freeware. Japanese software.

-- SpaceDeubza 2.0 (MooseFactory): Invaders-type arcade game. File size is 8.0 MB. Shareware $15.

-- ChessWorks 1.3.3 (Mike Bailey): Chess program only for head-to-head net play. Version 1.3.3 fixes castling-related bugs and others. File size is 386 KB (more info). Freeware.
Followup: As of May 3, ChessWorks has been updated to 1.4.2.

-- Blaster Jets 1.1.5 (Lo's Software): 2D shooting arcade game. File size is 1,004 KB. Shareware $5.

-- MisterMind 5.0 (Lorenzo Puleo): MasterMind-type board game. File size is 953 KB. Shareware $20.

-- Mac Descent 3Dfx 1.18 (Duane Johnson): Unofficial Descent updater that supports 3Dfx. Version 1.18 features better graphics of powerup items and other improvements. File size is 1.7 MB, Descent Demo version is 1.7 MB, Descent 2 version is 1.7 MB. Causeware.
Followup: As of May 10, Mac Descent 3Dfx has been updated to 1.23.

-- Imperialism II: Age of Exploration 1.0.2 (SSI): The latest installment of the empire management and conquest simulation game. Version 1.0.2 improves computer AI and fixes several crashing bugs. Updater size is 2.0 MB.

Unique 2D Arcade Game "DANGOR 3 BROTHERS"

Kouichiro Kakizaki* has released DANGOR 3 BROTHERS*. DONGOR 3 BROTHERS is a unique 2D arcade game where player gathers the 3 balls of same color using two lances. file size is 100 KB*. Requires PowerPC, display 800 x 600 or better. Freeware. English software with Japanese documentation.

StarCraft Released

Blizzard Entertainment has released StarCraft. StarCraft is a Sci-Fi real time strategy game using WarCraft game engine where player fights against aliens while developing space colonies. Also, the demo version has been posted with file size 28 MB (more info). Requires PowerPC, Mac OS 7.6 or later, RAM 16 MB or larger (32 MB or larger recommended), 640 x 480/256 colors or better, CD-ROM 2x or faster (4x or faster recommended for movie). Available at retail stores in USA.

Imperialism II: Age of Exploration Released

SSI and Mindscape has released Imperialism II: Age of Exploration. Imperialism II, developed by Frog City Software, is the latest installment of the empire management and conquest simulation game where player manages an European empire to amass enough power and unite Europe by combining various elements such as exploration, trade, diplomacy, and conquest. It features a variation of units/technologies, advanced AI, sophisticated interface, and good tutorial. Also the demo version has been posted with file size 41.8 MB. Requires PowerPC (604 or better recommended), Mac OS 7.6 or later (8.5.1 recommended), RAM 32 MB or larger, free memory 17.5 MB or larger (25 MB or larger for LAN play), 800 x 600/32,000 colors or better, CD-ROM 4x or faster, QuickTime 3.0.2 or later. Available as hybrid CD-ROM at retail stores in USA.
Followup: As of April 5, Imperialism II: Age of Exploration has been updated to 1.0.2.

4/1/99 (Thu)

Game Updates

-- Realmz 6.0.6 (Fantasoft): Popular 2D top view and 3D maze view epic fantasy role playing game. Full version file size is 14.3 MB, updater size is 379 KB (more info). Shareware $20.
Followup: As of May 13, Realmz has been updated to version 6.1.3.

-- UnrealFinder 1.0.2 (Scott Kevill): Unreal Internet server browser bundled with full retail version of Unreal. Final version. File size is 384 KB (more info). Shareware $15 (price for the set of QuakeFinder, QuakeFinderQW, and UnrealFinder).