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


Registration information located at the bottom of this file.

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

Cheat Mode is Alt-F3 (registered version only).


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

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

If the game is running too slow, press F4 to toggle on and off
frame dropping, which will improve performance on slower systems.


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 GALSFX.DBO.  Check free EMS with the
MEM command under DOS.


Primary Controls:
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Cursor keys:  left and right:  maneuver your laser cannon
Space/Ctrl/Up Arrow:  fire your laser cannon


Additional Keys:
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[P] - pause the game ([P] or enter to restart)
[J] - toggle joystick on/off
[Ctrl-J] - calibrate joystick
[F1] - Review this file (HELP)
[F2] - Display high score chart
[F4] - Toggle frame dropping (for slower computers only)
[F5] - Toggle sound on/off
[F10] - Quit game, go to menu
[ESC] - Quit game, go to DOS


Game Notes:
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Galaxi is a tribute to various old 1980s "shooter" games and
features similar and familiar move and shoot routines for the
aliens.

Your job is:  DESTROY ALL ALIENS

Do this by blasting them with your laser cannon while maneuvering
to avoid enemy Divers and Bombs.


Score Advance Table:
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	Alien Type             In Convoy            Diver
	~~~~~~~~~~             ~~~~~~~~~            ~~~~~
	Flagship                   60            150/200/300/800

	Red Alien                  50                 100

	Purple Alien               40                  80

	Blue Alien (pawns)         30                  60

Any time you lose all of your laser cannons (you start with four)
the game is over.  Additional laser cannons may be earned for
every 10,000 points of scoring.


Play Hints:
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Never sit still (at least not for long).  Aliens aim directly for
your laser cannon and if it's within their range they will hit it
every single time.  Keep moving so they can't draw a bead on it.

Aliens also dive for your cannon, swooping down at you in a "dive
bomb" approach pattern, varying depending on the color and type
of alien.


Credits:
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Galaxi was created by Kurt W. Dekker exclusively for
PLBM Games, at http://www.plbm.com

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


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


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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