README file for SWAR - by PLBM Games
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File Updated:  January 17, 2004


SWAR requires VGA to operate, and both players play on the same keyboard.

Registration information located at the bottom of this file.

You can register at:  http://www.plbm.com


System Requirements:
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This program requires an IBM PC or compatible with at least VGA.

This program requires that you have more than approximately 500K
of conventional memory available.  If you have less memory the
program will not function correctly.

This program has been tested to run on a 386DX/33 but it is much
smoother on a 486DX2/66 or faster, especially when there are a
lot of different shapes being drawn on the screen at once.

In general, faster systems will run the program more efficiently.

If you encounter difficulty, email support is available at the
following email address:

						support@plbm.com


Sound Blaster Notes:
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This program contains routines to play digital sound on a Sound
Blaster or compatible card.  However, this program does NOT
contain autodetection routines.  This program relies upon the
BLASTER= variable being set appropriately in your environment.
If the BLASTER= variable is set incorrectly, the program may
crash.  If the BLASTER= variable is absent the program will
NOT attempt to use Sound Blaster sound.

Additionally you will need to have free EMS memory to hear
all digital sounds (they're too big to fit in conventional
memory).  The sounds deemed "most important" to game play
will be loaded into conventional memory on a first-come, first-
served basis.  To hear ALL sounds you will need enough EMS
free to fit the file IHSFX.DBO.  Check free EMS with the
MEM command under DOS.


Primary Controls:
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Player 1:
	Left     1 (top of keyboard)
	Right    2 (top of keyboard)
	Thrust   3 (top of keyboard)
	Fire     4 (top of keyboard)

Player 2:
	Left     1 (numerical keyboard)
	Right    2 (numerical keyboard)
	Thrust   3 (numerical keyboard)
	Fire     [Enter] (numerical keyboard)


Also, you may press F2 to select the Setup screen, and adjust various
game options.  This can be most entertaining...  Note that the different
types of ships have slightly different performance characteristics.


Internet Support:
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Contact support@plbm.com for support via email.  You may also check
the following site for upgrades:

		http://www.plbm.com


Credits:
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This program was written by Kurt W. Dekker and is distributed
by PLBM Games.  You may contact Kurt via email at kwd@plbm.com

Special thanks to Archie for talking me into using real sound!

SWAR is Copyright (c) 2004 PLBM Games and Kurt W. Dekker.


Ordering Information:
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To order the full version of this game, send $9.95 registration fee
plus your email address to:

	PLBM Games                                   <sales@plbm.com>
	PO Box 10342                                 <http://www.plbm.com>
	Costa Mesa, CA  92627
	USA
    
You may also visit our website and order online with a credit card.

Include your name, address, phone number and email to ensure rapid
delivery.

All orders are fulfilled VIA EMAIL ONLY - NO DISKETTE WILL BE SENT!
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