Dark Forces Editor Version 2.00 by Sean Baker Copyright 1995 Sean Baker HISTORY: I originally released version 1.0 a few days ago. After I released it I realized that I should have called it a beta release as it had many problems with it. So I have written this new version that will now change the graphics of weapons and enemies when they are randomized. WARNING -- This program is not perfect. Once in a while an item or an enemy may not appear. If this happens just restore the level from my program's main menu (NOTE: You must have already backed up the level to restore it. This new version allows you to add the Assault Cannon (this thing really rocks !!!) and you can add ammo for it and missile for it (use the missiles with the cannon by using the secondary fire key).You can also now add more enemies to the demo. Versions 1.6 and 1.7 correct a number of bugs in version 1.5 and also add some new graphics to the gameplay. Version 1.71 corrected a (quite) large error in version 1.7 that messed up if Stormtroopers were added. Version 2.00 is the newest version of DFed. It allows you to edit things in the full version of the game in the same way that you could in the demo editor. USE: To use DFed 2.00 you need to unzip the .ZIP file into your Dark Forces directory. Now go into Windows and run the program using the Run option in the Windows File menu. The executable file name is DFEDWIN1.ZIP. If you do not have VBRUN300.DLL file in your WINDOWS\SYSTEM directory you need to move it there (it's included in the ZIP file. Once the program has been started it is pretty much self-explanatory. A word of caution - The absolute maximum number of objects that can be put into a level is 595 but I do not recommend going over 590. Also -- it takes 20 seconds or so for the program to randomly place 590 objects on my Pentium 90 system. Another caution - when you change the level number you erase ALL of the information you have added to a level. DISCLAIMER: I take no responsibility for any damage this program may do to any of your hardware or software (it hasn't caused me any problems) . IMPORTANT: Objects added with DFed may appear in strange places. Enemies may be trapped in an area smaller than their size. This is due to the random placement of the objects in the level. If you choose the randomize option there is as good a chance that a Dark Trooper Phase 3 will be added as there is that shield units will be. Also, in some levels (such as 14) you will not (unless you know how to edit the .INF files) be able to get very far in the level due to the fact that a "boss" does not exist. Thus, you can not kill the "boss" and thus, certain doors will not open. If this happens try typing LASKIP to skip the rest of the level. Or, if you can not get a certain key type LAUNLOCK and you will get all of the keys and data cards, or if you can't get out the starting area of Jabba's ship type LAPOGO and walk towards one of the windows so that you can continue the level. DISTRIBUTION: This program may be distributed freely as long as two conditions are met. 1) The program can be distributed only in the original .ZIP format. 2) You are not to sell this program in any way without MY permission. REGISTRATION: If you like this program please E-Mail me with any suggestions that you may have for other such programs (please keep in mind though I am writing these programs in Basic). DFed 2.00 is shareware. If you use DFed a you like it (or if you don't really like it but you still use it a lot) please send $5(or more) to the my home address as listed below. By registering DFed you not only contribute to my bank acount but also enable yourself to receive the VB Pro source code to DFed. The source code is, however, available to registered users ONLY. Any distribution by any person(s) except me (unless you are given my express written permission) is illegal. In case you didn't catch the top of this readme DFed and its source has been copyrighted by me (Sean Baker). If you would like a copy of the source code via E-Mail send me a letter (E-Mail) saying that you would like me to send you a copy in .UUE format (include your name so that I can check to see if you are really a registered user or not). If you do not have E-Mail then send a note in your registration saying you would like a copy of the source (be sure to include a DOS formatted 3.5 inch disk and a SASE with enough postage to get it back to you). SPECIAL THANKS TO: Donald Sielke (DSielke@aol.com) for help with the original versions of DFed and for other favors he has done for me (eg: sending me his homemade level). I can be contacted at either of the following two addresses: Internet E-Mail: srbaker@nwoca.ohio.gov. Snail Mail: Sean Baker 335 Sunset Dr. Defiance, OH 43512-1762 Dark Forces the demo,and the full game are copyright LucasArts Entertainment Company and Lucasfilm Ltd. 1994 (and probably 1995 too).