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Post by VectorX on Sept 29, 2019 14:24:27 GMT -5
^I don't think anyone would whine about it, really. Original/most homebrew Vectrex carts all these years later were and still are black.
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Post by hcmffm on Sept 29, 2019 14:37:45 GMT -5
Actually, I'd prefer silver aluminum look. But as organisator I can't win any prize, anyway, so no real problem for me.  |
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Post by fmml on Sept 30, 2019 15:47:17 GMT -5
I am not a good enough player to win it anyways but I also find the raw metal look very cool. I am sure though the anodized black cart will look extremely sweet also. |
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Post by VectorX on Sept 30, 2019 16:19:42 GMT -5
^There's the chance of winning the random prize though no matter a person's skill level.
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Post by jbrodack on Oct 1, 2019 21:58:50 GMT -5
Should include Frontier as a homebrew. Looks fun and will give me an excuse to buy it.
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Post by 8-Bit Waves on Oct 1, 2019 22:37:34 GMT -5
Should include Frontier as a homebrew. Looks fun and will give me an excuse to buy it. Frontier is pretty awesome. That is a good one to own regardless of the tournament. I'm trying to decide if I should buy Color Clash. It doesn't look like a game I'd play much. Is it a fun game? I haven't played any of the Revival Studios games at all. |
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Post by hcmffm on Oct 2, 2019 12:01:00 GMT -5
8-Bit Waves, jbrodack: Thank you for your suggesting Frontier. Actually, yesterday, Big Blue and Frontier came to my mind and I had contacted Chris ( cNp). Chris suggested Frontier but he pointed me to a bit of a problem: The end score isn't displayed. A possible workaround might be counting the unlockable things. So maybe...
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Post by hcmffm on Oct 13, 2019 14:12:23 GMT -5
The game list is final, now:
- GCE/MB originals:
Berzerk
Cosmic Chasm
Dark Tower
Hyperchase
Minestorm
Star Castle
Star Trek/Star Ship
- Homebrew:
2048
Frontier
Space Frenzy
Veccy Bird
Vec-Man
Sorry for the late finalization. In the former list there were too many puzzle/riddle games. I've made various changes and hope that we've a good mixture of game, now.
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Post by Malban on Oct 15, 2019 4:49:50 GMT -5
Hi, if I have time to participate - can I use the RadPad controller? There is no extra electronix in it - its just a very well made controller.
Malban
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Post by fruktodlaren on Oct 15, 2019 5:45:41 GMT -5
I might as well ask a similar question. Should I have time to wire up the Skynät controller prototype, would I be allowed to use it?
It is nothing special about the function of that controller either. Just a joystick and buttons in a custom case.
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Post by hcmffm on Oct 15, 2019 14:14:27 GMT -5
Malban, fruktodlaren: If possible you should play with the original Vectrex controller. I know that the Vectrex controllers are worn out by playing a lot but I think they last for quite some time if you push them too hard (in the word's sense).
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Post by fruktodlaren on Oct 17, 2019 14:00:10 GMT -5
Original controller it is then. Good to have that question sorted out before we begin.
Speaking of beginning... I will get the alu cart shell back from the anodiser tomorrow, by box delivery right to the door of the workshop. Then I will do a final testmount with a PCB to check that all is well with the shell and that it still fits in my vectrex. Only after it is verified to work, will it be packed in a nice protective cardboard box awaiting the address of the winner that chooses it as their prize.
Btw, where can I download 2048?
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Post by D-Type on Oct 17, 2019 14:17:16 GMT -5
atariage.com/forums/topic/270483-2048-4k-version/You can download it there. I just re-read that AA thread and TomSon mentions that he was thinking of a tweak that would give different scoring, a 'deluxe' version. I think that the 2048 on recent VecFever firmware is called 'deluxe', so it might be a good idea to state the version to use is the one at the link above.
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Post by VectorX on Oct 17, 2019 15:40:37 GMT -5
Helmut's pretty good at telling us where to download the games and has the official rules stated as to what kind of controllers to use and all once the contest starts. Don't worry.
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Post by hcmffm on Oct 17, 2019 15:56:32 GMT -5
Original controller it is then. .... Good, thank you. The gaming rules in the original post have a section on this matter: "Games must be played on original hardware. This means original Vectrex console and Vectrex controller. If a player doesn't use an original Vectrex controller for some reason he/she should please indicate this when posting his/her first scores. Not allowed are paddles or sensitivity-adjustable controllers, autofire dongles, autofire joysticks, or the usage of several types of controllers."Speaking of beginning... I will get the alu cart shell back from the anodiser tomorrow, by box delivery right to the door of the workshop. Then I will do a final testmount with a PCB to check that all is well with the shell and that it still fits in my vectrex. Only after it is verified to work, will it be packed in a nice protective cardboard box awaiting the address of the winner that chooses it as their prize. Very good. The aluminium cartridge shell is a really cool prize, I think. Thank you very much for crafting and donating it, Tony. Handmade in Sweden.  ...I think that the 2048 on recent VecFever firmware is called 'deluxe', so it might be a good idea to state the version to use is the one at the link above. Thank you for this hint, D-Type. I wasn't aware of the different versions of 2048. I'll add a note in the original post right away.
Helmut's pretty good at telling us where to download the games and has the official rules stated as to what kind of controllers to use and all once the contest starts. Don't worry. Thank you for these flattering words, Darryl. For considering the many details it's helpful if people give me hints. |
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