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December_1999
Re: Something cool I didn't realize about Tempest


From: Tek ( )
Date: Wed Dec 01 1999 - 15:15:54 CST


Eric Clayberg wrote:
>
> >I've looked through the manual, but I can only find the FREEZE DEMO mode
> >to zoom down all levels.
>
> Actually, demo and freeze mode are independent of one another and can be
> invoked separately. Having a front mounted freeze switch comes in really
> handy when the phone rings while you are playing a normal game. BTW, there
> are lots of games out there with freeze modes like this (Star Wars and Tron
> come to mind).

You are right about this. I use this feature when nature calls... :)

> >They did not talk about the ability to actually play these.
> >so I guess I've never bothered.
>
> You can play the levels just fine in demo mode...with the added ability to
> "escape" at any time by hitting the start button. The only downside to demo
> mode is that it does not record scores.

Cool - I've tried allready and it is really cool... I'll never 'not try'
a jumper again! :)

Cya !


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