During the past month I have received emails from two great guys
who both independently of each other decided that a new version
and/or update of Anacreon should be created. I have since put
them in touch with each other, and they would also both like the
input of everyone who plays and loves Anacreon, so I suggested
putting this up on the web site, since this is about the only
place I know of to get new Anacreon information. Anyway, below
are some of the emails they have sent me which I have posted here
so you can see what they are planning, ideas they've had, what
they need from all of us, etc... If anyone thinks they might be
able to help, please email these guys and me and let us know,
whether it's just an idea you'd like to see implemented, a great
new feature you've come up with, a beautiful new Anacreon logo,
or whatever. It doesn't matter, we'd like to hear about it. We
need sounds, graphics, ideas, etc. However, be sure to post your
idea(s) on the Message
Forums, so that everyone else can see it and give
their views. I know the board's been pretty dead, but I'd love to
see some really good discussions get going on there. You guys
have to have some new ideas for gameplay, etc, that would add to
the overall game, so get in there and post!
Works like a charm, is there a way to PBM? or over a
limited netword (a friend and I have set one up at home using
mostly older computers, but I don't think this game will give the
old pentiums any problems. It seems to be set up for multi-play,
but changing seats every turn doesn't seem really effective for
planting hunter killers, etc. Am seriously considering an update
- would the original designer object? Have already spoken to some
of my other SD friends and associates and some seem interested in working on such a project.
Thanks Again
*** The first question the best programmer I know asked was about
the source code. (You mentioned that in your previous note).
If that were available, would be a big help. A caveat,
though, this is still in the idea category. I am having
dinner with two of the other people who would probably be
involved in such a project next Friday, if you have any helpful
info by then, I could present it and see where it would go from
there. But we are definitely talking about it, and last
Tuesday even sketched out possible graphic interfaces.
Debated 3D star maps or not. Those can look really cool,
but in practice sometimes don't work well in terms of strategy -
and that is defenitely what this game is about.
*** Currently working on a PDA app that is taking some time, but
have done some prelims. Am very intersted in getting
together with others interested in project. Will have more
free time in the next week or two than have had recently (covering
for someone with family emergency, sick mother). Also, had
emailed you some basic concept decisions we have been trying to
make, such as 3d or 2d maps, etc. Would like some input
from other gamers. Nothing irritates me more than a clumsy
interface and would like some suggestions on what others like
most. Let me know, and yes forward my address to others
intersted
Thank you, any help would be appreciated. But more
importantly, I need two things from the authors, first I need
permission, second I need formulas such as but not limited to How
industries are computed, how usage is computed, how production is
computed, how enemy empires think, and if adding a larger variety
of ships would be okay. To commemorate the earlier versions,
Anacreon should remain a low graphic game, but it is time it
moves past the text based part. I would want to replace
"P" with a small planet and so on with other text
symbols. Well That is all for now.
Thanks again
*** Because it is now public domain, does that give anyone the
right to make their own version? I have never delt with anthing
like this before. All my software has been original. If I can make the program without his
permission, then I will, but massive testing that he already
completed will have to be redone. For example A planet of 50Billion
has 100% effeciency and so on... what is the formula that it
produces trillium? I know it has a lot more to do with just
population and efficiency, but that was an example. Plus, do you
thing it would be good to make the game turn based (as it is now)
or concurent(all play at same time). Tell me what you and others
think?
These are some of the new ships that I propose.
Scouts... Jump capability No Attack No Armor A fleet of a thousand or more scouts will scout (like a probe,
fleets and planets) Five units in all directions. Less than 1000
scouts will scout in 1 unit in all directions. Great for adding to a fleet.
Spy... Instant Capability N/A N/A A spy is a friend on an enemy world. The cost of a spy is the following 1. 5000 Chemical 2. 5000 Metal 3. 5000 Food 4. 2500 Trillium A spy will turn for +-25% of the above ratings.
These are only a few of the added benefits. I was also
thinking that in real life, we can choose if we want to produce
1000 fighters or 100 starships. So we could choose where the
resources go using a RESOURCE ORDER command, if no orders are
given, two things could happen. Planets could have a one year
instruction, or they could be default (how they are now, produce
a little of everything) So tell me what you think and get back soon.
*** The following would be great, could you also put up a message
that i am seeking the author. That way if anyone has an idea they
might help. There is a George with the same last name as the
anacreon george that worked on Chon X or something. He works for
a company called Genetic Anolamies or silimar to that. I do not
know if it is the same george thought. Thanks again
*** I am looking for some graphics for the new version of Anacreon.
Here is what I need. I have made some graphics, my artist brother
has made some, but anyone that can make some will have a chance
at being used in the program.
A small planet to take place of "P"
Larger (but still small) planets to display on the close up
screen.
A windows (Clear and Crisp) Bitmap file of the sword
throught planet (Anacreon Logo)
I will eventually need a small graphic to show a fleet
instead of the arrow.
I will also eventaully need a picture of each type of ship.
Battle screen will now be full screen. Also I need some input on
whether computer should carry out battles, or whether player
should move ships around in battle?
I also need some sounds, I have made some too, but all are
welcome?
I need...
A planet or fleet of yours has been taken over sound A fleet/planet of yours has been attaked sound Riot Sound Starving Sound Drug Withdrawel Sound Win Battle Sound Loose Battle Sound Take control of planet Sound Game over Sound Win Game Sound Destroyed Empire sound A two way attack sound (engage in battle) A Planet or planets have adavanced to new levels. A sound that beeps every five seconds when turn time is
running out.
More sounds and graphics may be needed later. If you think
you know some that may be needed send them to me. If you know
anyone that likes to make graphics or sounds send them this
message. Please note, sounds may be sounds or voice
confirmations. Also note if five planets were taken over by the
enemy, the sound will only be run once. All sounds and images will be embeded into
the program. Program will require Hard Drive, but that should not
be a problem in todays world.
