Arkanoid

ARKANOID

It's program code, graphic representation and artwork are the copyright of
Imagine Software (1984) Limited and may not be reproduced, stored, hired or
broadcast in any form whatsoever without the written permission of Imagine
Software (1984) Limited. All rights reserved worldwide. Arkanoid runs on the
Spectrum 48/128 micro computers.

THE GAME
The era and time of this story is unknown. After the mothership "Arkanoid" was
destroyed, a spacecraft "Vaus" scrambled away, only to be trapped in the void.
You control the Vaus and have to penetrate 32 levels and then confront the
"Dimension Changer" whom you must destroy in order to reverse time and
resurrect the "Arkanoid". Frantic action and split second timing combine to
produce the most addictive and compulsive game.

LOADING
1. Place the cassette in your recorder ensuring that it is fully rewound.
2. Ensure that the MIC socket is disconnected and that the volume and tone
controls are set to the appropriate levels.
3. If the computer is a Spectrum 48K or Spectrum + then load as follows. Type
LOAD "" (ENTER). (Note there is no space between the two quotes). The " is
obtained by pressing SYMBOL SHIFT and P keys simultaneously.
4. Press PLAY on the recorder and the game will load automatically. If you have
any problems try adjusting the volume and tone controls and consult Chapter
6 of the Spectrum manual.
5. If the computer is a Spectrum 128K the follow the loading instructions on-
screen or in the accompanying manual.

CONTROLS
The game is controlled by Joystick or Keyboard as follows.
NOTE - High score can only be entered using keyboard control.

Keyboard
Right is B to Space
Left is cap-shift to V
Fire is A to L

Joystick
Kempston and Sinclair (1) Joystick compatible.

HOW TO PLAY
You control the Vaus craft which can be moved left or right. Using your skills, you
must deflect an energy bolt which will gradually break down the walls confronting
you. Certain coloured bricks must be hit more than once and others are
completely indestructible. Alien life forms descend at random to hinder you but
are eliminated on contact with either the energy bolt or the Vaus.
You are aided in your attempts with energy Capsules which are hidden beneath
certain bricks and released upon their destruction. Each capsule has a different
power and is denoted by a letter painted on its side. These are as follows:
S Slows down the speed of the energy bolt, making it easier to position yourself.
C Enables you to catch the bolt, move to the desired position and then fire.
E Expands the Vaus craft, giving you more chance to deflect the bolt.
D Disrupts the bolt into three separate components thereby giving you three
times the effect.
L Arms your Vaus with a laser allowing it to shoot bricks and aliens.
B Breaks the section of the wall enabling your Vaus craft an alternative escape
route to slip through to the next level.
P Awards you an extra life.

STATUS AND SCORING
On screen scoring displays current score, hi-score, number of lives remaining and
level attained.
Points are awarded between 50 and 120 for knocking out a brick, depending on
the colour. Collecting a capsule is 1,000 and hitting an alien scores 100 points.
Extra lives are awarded for collecting the "P" capsules.

HINTS and TIPS
* The disruption capsule is of great use if your bolt is caught behind or enclosed
within, a wall.
* The laser is most useful to break down the bricks which require a number of hits.
* Using the very edge of your Vaus to deflect the bolt will give you a much sharper
angle - most useful for maneouvering it into restrictive places.
Good Luck

This software product has been carefully developed and manufactured to the
highest quality standards. Please read carefully the instructions for loading.
IF FOR ANY REASON YOU HAVE DIFFICULTY IN RUNNING THE PROGRAM,
AND BELIEVE THAT THE PRODUCT IS DEFECTIVE, PLEASE RETURN IT
DIRECT TO:
MR. YATES, IMAGINE SOFTWARE (1984) LIMITED, 6 CENTRAL STREET,
MANCHESTER M5 2NS.
Our quality control department will test the product and supply an immediate
replacement if we find a fault. If we cannot find a fault the product will be returned
to you, at no charge. Please note that this does not affect your statutory rights.

CREDITS

Coding by Mike Lamb.
Graphics by Ronnie Fowles.
Produced by D.C. Ward.
1987 Imagine Software (1984) Limited.

Licensed from Taito Corp., 1986. Programmed for the Spectrum by Imagine
Software. Export outside Europe prohibited.

(French instructions omitted.)
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Document created by Frode Tenneb�, 20061227.