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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 Some of versions and links in this page may be outdated.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 May, 2001

5/31/01 (Thu)

Game Updates and Releases (World-Wide)

-- Bub & Bob 1.7.3 (Sebastian Wegner): 2D arcade game like Bubble Bobble Version 1.7.3 fixes music probrem with QuickTime 5. File size is 1.3 MB (more info). Shareware $20.

-- Clan Lord v183 (Delta Tao Software): Online fantasy role playing game focused on collaboration and chatting. Version v183 supports auto update. Also, downloadable updaters are available (more info).

-- Diablo II 1.06b (Blizzard Entertainment): Sequel to the popular realtime dark fantasy role playing adventure game featuring five new character classes and vast world with 4 towns and a lot of dungeons. Version 1.06b includes online-related improvements and fixes. Updater size is 4.0 MB (more info).

-- JMineSweeper 1.2 (HoyaSoft): MineSweeper game for Mac OS X developed with Java. Version 1.2 improves performance, adds some features, and fixes several bugs. File size is 169 KB. Freeware.

-- Pac the Man 4.5.1 (Sebastian Wegner): Packman arcade game Version 4.5.1 fixes music probrem with QuickTime 5. File size is 467 KB (more info). Freeware.

-- StarCraft: Brood War 1.08b (Blizzard Entertainment): Expansion set for the realtime sci-fi space strategy game. Version 1.08b changes game play to adjust difficulty and fixes several bugs. Updater size is 3.3 MB (more info).

-- StarCraft 1.08b (Blizzard Entertainment): WarCraft-like sci-fi real time strategy game where player fights against aliens. Version 1.08b changes game play to adjust difficulty and fixes several bugs. Updater size is 3.4 MB (more info).

-- Temple Tantrum 1.0.2 (Ground Zero Software): Unique 2D arcade game where player moves a explorer by mouse to get gems and other jewels in the Temple. Version 1.0.2 changes the game play, adjusts the difficulty, and fixes several bugs. Full version size is 9.0 MB, updater is 556 KB. Shareware $18.

Game Updates and Releases (Japanese)

-- Bub & Bob Japanese Version 1.7.3J* (Bridge 1 Software*): 2D arcade game like Bubble Bobble Version 1.7.3J fixes music probrem with QuickTime 5. File size is 1.3 MB* (more info*). Shareware ¥2,400.

5/29/01 (Tue)

Game Updates and Releases (World-Wide)

-- Clan Lord v181 (Delta Tao Software): Online fantasy role playing game focused on collaboration and chatting. Full version size is 30.4 MB, updater from CD-ROM version is 15.8 MB, updater from version V169 is 791 KB. Also, Mac OS X Carbon version updater is available with file size 327 KB.

-- Colibricks 1.3 (Michel Colman): Next generation Breakout arcade game with full of unique levels and items. Version 1.3 adds Mac OS X native version. File size is 2.0 MB (more info). Shareware $16.

-- Cro-Mag Rally 2.0b4 (Pangea Software): Unique 3D racing arcade game where humorous cavemen take battles with various primitive racing machines and courses. Version 2.0b4 changes Saved Game feature and fixes bugs with Mac OS X. Updater size is 302 KB (more info). Beta updater. Also, the demo version has been updated with file size 41.5 MB (more info).

-- David's Backgammon 4.0.0 (David Byrum): Backgammon game with many features and options. Version 4.0.0 fixes a crash at the end of the game on some machine. File size is 427 KB. Shareware $20 ($22 for online registration).

-- Domitrix 1.2 (APO Games): Unique column-style puzzle arcade game using Dominoes rule. File size is 350 KB. Shareware $9.95.

-- Double 2.0.3 (PCV): Mac OS X compatible version of Shang Hai-type Mah-Jongg puzzle game. Version 2.0.3 fixes a bug with the help feature. File size is 774 KB. Freeware.

-- Goban v7 (Sen:te): Version v7 improves the interface and fixes bugs. File size is 1.1 MB (more info). Freeware.

-- Jungle Jean 1.0 (Soleau Software): Arcade-style puzzle game with 50 levels set in the Jungle. File size is 3.4 MB. Shareware $18.

-- Mystery Island II 1.0 (Koingo Software): Graphics adventure game where player explores a mystery island to avoid alien's planning of invasion. File size is 6.5 MB. Shareware $14.99.

-- Reckless Drivin': Burning Rubber 2 1.3 (jonas echterhoff): High-quality 2D vertical-scrolling racing arcade game where player drives various courses while destroying other cars and objects. Version 1.3 supports Mac OS X final version and fixes bugs. File size is 7.4 MB (more info). Shareware $12.

-- Shapes II 1.0.2 (Carrot Software): New version of the column-style puzzle arcade game with the moving column and various options. File size is 4.1 MB. Shareware $15.

-- Snake Quest 0.6.1 (Eric Patno): Enhanced snake arcade game with a variety of tricks and items. Full version size is 3.4 MB (more info), updater is 668 KB. Freeware.

-- TheCowCatchingGame 1.61 (Martin Wengenmayer): Unique 3D arcade game for Mac OS X where a alien ship catches as many cows as possible. Version 1.61 adds system requirement check. File size is 1.8 MB. Shareware $10.

-- Vortex Next Generation 1.03 (Feline Entertainment): Enhanced version of 360-digree breakout arcade game with 3D graphics and effects. Full version size of Mac OS 9 version is 10.2 MB, Mac OS X version is 9.5 MB (more info), updater for Mac OS 9 version is 4.5 MB, updater for Mac OS X is 4.4 MB (more info). Shareware $20.

Game Updates and Releases (Japanese)

-- Favorite Story 1.5* (T-Soft*): Fantasy role playing adventure game stack where a summoner girl explores the world in the dream. Version 1.5 adds game scenes. File size is 2.0 KB* (more info*). Freeware. Japanese software.

-- TriangleSweeper 1.2* (Tetsuya Hongo*): New MineSweeper-type strategy game played on a triangular grid. Version 1.2 supports Mac OS 9.1, and includes other improvements and fixes. File size of PowerPC version is 675 KB*, 68K version is 645 KB*. Shareware ¥1,000 (¥1,200 for online registration*). Japanese software.

-- VisualMonster 1.2* (Riko Munetoh*): Magic the Gathering-type fantasy card battle game supporting net play and trading. Version 1.2 fixes several bugs. Full version size is 10.4 MB* (more info*), updater is 823 KB* (more info*). Freeware but user registration is required. Japanese software.

-- Summer Days 1.2* (Takeshi Sakai*): Simple adventure game where player walk around the summer beach. Version 1.2 adds new events and fixes bugs. File size is 2.0 MB. Freeware or voluntary shareware. Japanese software.

-- Barricade 1.0.2* (Kiyoshi Takeuchi*): High difficulty puzzle game where player makes all 12 allows direct outward by swapping them. Version 1.0.2 fixes a system error with 68K machines. File size is 803 KB* (more info*). Freeware. Japanese software.

-- Igoppi 1.0.1* (Sabokun*): Simple Go program played against computer. Version 1.0.1 fixes a bug with the menu. File size is 318 KB*. Shareware ¥2,800. Japanese software.

-- Unsoyasan Kiki Ippatsu 1.0* (Yoshihiko Kamio*): Unique arcade puzzle game where player connects path from the start to the goal by sliding 4 x 4 tiles. File size is 1.1 MB* (more info*). Freeware. Japanese software.

-- Kinjito 1.0.6* (Kiyoshi Takeuchi*): Simple puzzle game where player piles colored blocks in the shape of pyramid. Version 1.0.6 improves the internal program. File size is 875 KB* (more info*). Freeware. Japanese software.

-- Gekka Hyojin 1.0.2* (Kiyoshi Takeuchi*): Puzzle game using special card set where player removes pairs of card in a certain rule. Version 1.0.2 improves the screen and internal program. File size is 828 KB* (more info*). Freeware. Japanese software.

-- Jankyu-de Chun 1.0 (Candy House): Pachinko parlor-type Mar-Jongg game compatible with other Medal Mania series games (file name: "Jan9"). Version 1.0 improves the sound effects. File size is 292 KB. Shareware ¥1,000 (¥1,100 for online registration*). Japanese software.

-- Nikaku-dori FINAL 2.0* (Tetsuya Hongo*): Enhanced version of another Mah Jong tile puzzle game popular in Japan. Version 2.0 supports Mac OS 9.1 and adds a solitaire mode. File size is 936 KB*. Shareware ¥1,000 (¥1,200 for online registration*). Japanese software.

-- Bi - Masatora Uesugi 1.1.8* (Higaki Keiji*): Second installment of the unique fictional conquest simulation game where player conquers Africa with old Japanese samurai lords. Version 1.1.8 adds a promote command and fixes bugs. File size is 696 KB*. Shareware $12. Japanese software.

-- Urakata Game 1.0* (RYUKI GAME STATION*): Simple interactive adventure game stack where player, as a TV staff, gets ready for a program. File size is 174 KB* (more info*). Freeware. Japanese software.

-- Robai 1.0.2* (Kiyoshi Takeuchi*): Unique board puzzle game where player moves and recombines 8 pairs of double-parted tokens to place them in the designated positions. Version 1.0.2 improves the click operation. File size is 843 KB* (more info*). Freeware. Japanese software.

-- Hundari Kettari 1.0.0* (Kiyoshi Takeuchi*): Unique roll and move board game where player moves token around 7x7 grid board by rolling a dice and attack opponent's token. File size is 959 KB* (more info*). Freeware. Japanese software.

5/14/01 (Mon)

Game Updates and Releases (World-Wide)

-- Bushfire 1.10 (Strange Flavour): Arcade game where player fights forest fire. Version 1.10 adds a save game feature and fixes bugs. Full version size is 10.9 MB, updater is 2.0 MB. Shareware £2 or $3 ($4 for online registration).

-- Captain Bumper 1.00 (MacRun Software): 2D shooting arcade game featuring smooth high speed scrolling and cartoon-style animation. File size is 17.8 MB (more info). Shareware $25.

-- Cro-Mag Rally 2.0b3 (Pangea Software): Unique 3D racing arcade game where humorous cavemen take battles with various primitive racing machines and courses. Version 2.0b3 supports DrawSprocket on Mac OS X (Mac OS X 10.0.2 Update required). Updater size is 302 KB (more info).

-- Escape from Monkey Island 1.1.1 (Aspyr Media): 4th installment of the popular advanture game series featuring real time 3D graphics. Updater size is 796 KB (more info).

-- Majesty 1.0.1 (MacPlay): Fantasy strategy simulation game where player, as a king, manages a Kingdom and challenges various quests. Version 1.0.1 improves startup with multi monitor, fixes unnecessary TCP/IP connection, adds killfinder option, and fixes some problems. Updater size is 1.1 MB (more info).

Game Updates and Releases (Japanese)

-- Escape from Monkey Island with Japanese Manual 1.1.1* (JapanCentral.com*): 4th installment of the popular advanture game series featuring real time 3D graphics. Updater size is 796 KB* (more info*).

-- Are Are Arrage Ball 1.0.1 (Candy House): Pachinko parlor-style arrange ball game compatible with other Medal Mania series games. Version 1.0.1 improves the sound effects. File size is 241 KB. Shareware ¥1,000 (¥1,100 for online registration*). Japanese software.

-- Click Game 1.1* (NanDeYanen Games*): Mini game collection played by clicking 9 buttons. Version 1.1 improves setting screens, and includes other improvements and fixes. File size is 674 KB*. Freeware. Japanese software.

-- Happiness 1.2* (Takeshi Sakai*): Role playing adventure game where player walks around streets in a town and experiences various events. Version 1.2 adds several events and fixes hang-ups. File size is 5.0 MB. Freeware. Japanese software.

-- The lost diary chap. 0 1.0* (Kijibato): Full scrolling 2D arcade game where 2 children explore the world of a fantasy picture book with various enemies and tricks. File size is 682 KB. Freeware. Japanese software.

-- Hikoki Pachinko 1.0 (Candy House): Pachinko parlor game compatible with other Medal Mania series games. Version 1.0 improves the sound effects. File size is 380 KB. Shareware* ¥1,000. Japanese software.

-- Bi - Masatora Uesugi 1.1.7* (Higaki Keiji*): Second installment of the unique fictional conquest simulation game where player conquers Africa with old Japanese samurai lords. Version 1.1.7 fixes several bugs. File size is 696 KB*. Shareware $12. Japanese software.