Software of the Month Club
February 1997 CD-ROM Program Guide


- DOS Games -

CRASH
Pedal to the metal
Trap your opponents as you race through this high-speed game. 
You leave a trail of light as you move across the game board. If 
your opponents touch the wall, they crash and you win. Watch 
out for their light trails! Shoot through walls and attack other 
cars with your rocket launcher. Three people can play this game, 
but only one will survive.
*   Race against up to nine computer-players
*   Three different levels
*   Choose from four views 
*   Supports your joystick, game pad and sound card
(Application by Michael Haar)

Cribbage 2.3
Traditional game
Challenge the computer to the classic game of Cribbage. The 
first one to the finish wins! Choose from two score limits -- 121 
and 61 pegs. 
*   Automatic or manual scoring 
*   Track statistics
*   Choose between large and small cards
(Application by David Teach; Mouse recommended)

Gin Rummy 5.0
Card game
Pit your skills against the computer in this updated version of the 
classic Gin Rummy. First player to 500 points wins! Play with 
your keyboard or mouse.
*   Automatic sorting option
*   Lists high scores and player statistics
*   Choose between normal and Oklahoma rules
*   Adjustable Gin and undercut values
(Application by David Teach; Mouse recommended)

Nova Chess 1.12
Checkmate
Put the computer in check in this customizable chess game. 
Change the color of the pieces, board, text and background. You 
can even rotate the board to change the view. A great program 
for mastering chess skills.
*   Hint features show you the best possible move
*   Take back and undo moves
*   Set difficulty by limiting time between moves
*   Change sides before or during play
(Application by Thomas Starke; Requires a DOS mouse driver)

PCS Pinball
Tilt!
Ring up the points in this action-packed pinball game! Compete 
against others to become the Pinball Wizard. Spacebar shoots the 
ball, Shift buttons work the flippers -- you can even shake the 
table.
*   Up to six players
*   Choose from two tables
*   Enable or disable sound
*   Two resolution modes
(Application by Joachim Gelhaus & Ansgar Sherp, vIRTUAL 
tECHNOLOGIES)

PCTris 
Head-to-head challenge
This amazing program takes Tetris-style games to a new level, 
making it a challenge for two players. Complete levels by 
forming rows with differently shaped blocks. When you form a 
row, it disappears from your screen -- and is added to your 
opponent's game!
*   Simultaneous two-player action
*   Change your control buttons as you play.
(Application by Michael Haar, Digital Nightmares)

Quest: The Dungeon Escape 2.0
Trapped!
Can you escape from dark dungeons in this amazing adventure 
game? Battle monsters as you look for the keys and jewels you 
need to advance to higher levels. Gain experience points by 
combating monsters and finishing levels. 
*   Ten experience levels
*   Eight enemies to battle, including ghosts, goblins and dragons
*   Find secret rooms and passages
*   Info bar displays your strength, experience and more
(Application by Michael Duhm, MWD Software)

Feature Program
REPLICATOR 1.0
Ditto
Conquer the town of Dullsville with your powerful replicator. 
There's one problem -- you have to build it first. Search the city 
for replicator parts and keep your eyes open for weapons. Watch 
out, there are other scientists trying to accomplish the same goal.
*   49x49 game board
*   Search the city sector by sector
*   View items in your possession
*   Save features 
(Application by Raymond G. White; Requires a DOS mouse 
driver)

$TOCKER$ 1.0
Cha-ching
Make money -- if you can -- as you buy and sell stock with this 
Wall Street simulator. Get bank loans, make deposits and keep 
track of stock fluctuations. 
*   Read a daily newspaper
*   Three difficulty levels
*   Save up to five games
*   Choose from 28 stocks
(Application by Gerry Cote; Mouse recommended)