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Season 5, Week 8: The New Zealand Story, MAME; romulan 'tnzs'
Topic Started: 5 Nov 2006, 12:03 PM (3,683 Views)
merman
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Oh dear, going to be a long week...

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Elgin_McQueen
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http://db.gamefaqs.com/coinop/arcade/file/...aland_story.txt


Although what he says is level 1.2 is actually level 1.1 on mine.
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Got to heaven somehow???? And promptly died :blink:
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SirClive
Nov 6 2006, 08:21 PM
Got to heaven somehow???? And promptly died  :blink:

Wow, what a drag. Someone should tell the Christians :(
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Nov 6 2006, 07:21 PM
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Got to heaven somehow???? And promptly died :blink:

i thought it was the other way round ???
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Surely someone else has got to the heaven level and can tell me how I did it :huh:

I haven't had that much to drink (yet).
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I AM playing the right one now.
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I only read about heaven this afternoon. Seems if you get the 3-1 or above, when you die you get a "second chance" by going to heaven - if you survive, you enter the game back where you got killed. ;)
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Keep taking really random warp paths by accident...
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getting better. Need to learn more warps.
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I have only used one warp (on 1-2). Has anyone concluded whether they are any benefit score wise?
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Nov 6 2006, 06:15 PM
http://db.gamefaqs.com/coinop/arcade/file/...aland_story.txt


Although what he says is level 1.2 is actually level 1.1 on mine.

I think u have the wrong version.

Mine was like that until I got the new one Ant posted.
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Can we all make sure to read the thread and that we're playing the correct version? Please?

[size=1]Scores updated in first post[/size]
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SirClive
Nov 7 2006, 07:28 AM
I have only used one warp (on 1-2). Has anyone concluded whether they are any benefit score wise?

It's difficult to tell, since you take a totally different route most of the time, sometimes skipping between levels, and who knows what's in some of them. The first warp on 1-1 is quite useful as you get an instant extra life, however, playing through all the levels is probably going to get you the best score and you'll gain lives as you go along anyway.
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Nov 7 2006, 10:38 AM
The first warp on 1-1 is quite useful as you get an instant extra life...

Really? I get the warp, then jump to somewhere where I get a choice of two other warps: one on the left that jumps you below the kiwi the the cage, and lets you get two letters, and the one on the right that jumps you to the top where you get a line of fruit, then drop down and continue the level from there.

I've never noticed an extra life.
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necronom
Nov 7 2006, 10:42 AM
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Nov 7 2006, 10:38 AM
The first warp on 1-1 is quite useful as you get an instant extra life...

Really? I get the warp, then jump to somewhere where I get a choice of two other warps: one on the left that jumps you below the kiwi the the cage, and lets you get two letters, and the one on the right that jumps you to the top where you get a line of fruit, then drop down and continue the level from there.

I've never noticed an extra life.

thats what ive got , you just KNOW people are playing different versions of this game
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Antiriad2097
Nov 7 2006, 07:47 AM
Can we all make sure to read the thread and that we're playing the correct version? Please?

[size=1]Scores updated in first post[/size]

it's not that easy though as the version you sent doesn't work for me. If we want to be 100% sure we are playing the same version, then we will need to list each file used in the archive along with it's size and date. And also list on which version of mame this works on.

The version I'm running has the same level design as the ST version. It has a warp on the first level just above, and to the left the 2nd platform amongst all the hermit crabs. This then takes you to a "secret room" where you can swim to one of two exits. These exits then take you to 2 different locations within the 1st level. One of the exits allows you to get a couple of letters. No sign of any extra lifes though.

The version I'm running was pm'd to me by Necronom, and has the right .zip name. The version Antiriad sent does not work on my verison of Mame (although I think they both are the right versions - Antiriad's one is missing some files).

I'll list the the archive files when I'm back on my home PC.
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After Ant posted the "official league version", I used his (it seems to be exactly the same as the one I was using previously, apart from it has a few file missing). I added the missing files from my original on to Ant's version and I've been using that ever since.

Here is the fixed version that I am using. If you want this removing from the board Ant, let me know, or edit this yourself. Maybe this will stop the confusion.

And some people say choosing "attach drive" then clicking the game is difficult when using other systems...

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Nov 7 2006, 10:56 AM
Antiriad2097
Nov 7 2006, 07:47 AM
Can we all make sure to read the thread and that we're playing the correct version? Please?

[size=1]Scores updated in first post[/size]

it's not that easy though as the version you sent doesn't work for me. If we want to be 100% sure we are playing the same version, then we will need to list each file used in the archive along with it's size and date. And also list on which version of mame this works on.

The version I'm running has the same level design as the ST version. It has a warp on the first level just above, and to the left the 2nd platform amongst all the hermit crabs. This then takes you to a "secret room" where you can swim to one of two exits. These exits then take you to 2 different locations within the 1st level. One of the exits allows you to get a couple of letters. No sign of any extra lifes though.

The version I'm running was pm'd to me by Necronom, and has the right .zip name. The version Antiriad sent does not work on my verison of Mame (although I think they both are the right versions - Antiriad's one is missing some files).

I'll list the the archive files when I'm back on my home PC.

That warp is on my level 1-2 (on the version that Ant listed) not on the first level.
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Nov 5 2006, 12:03 PM
Scores at 07:30 on 07/11/06

1) 229060 - SirClive = 100.00 points
2) 207170 - Opa-Opa = 89.67 points
3) 163640 - A.J.Green = 74.61 points
4) 148220 - Sureshot = 65.69 points
5) 130020 - Necronom = 56.16 points
6) 105850 - Elgin_McQueen = 45.33 points
7) 49930 - Ghostbiscuit = 27.57 points
8) 49100 - Fairziff = 21.83 points
9) 41240 - Merman = 14.56 points

SirClive takes the lead :ph43r:
Merman comes in at the bottom :o

Yay, the first time I have ever been at the top of the table :D

I know it won't last when TK and Madrox get some scores in, but its a milestone for me anyway B)
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Nov 7 2006, 11:13 AM
After Ant posted the "official league version", I used his (it seems to be exactly the same as the one I was using previously, apart from it has a few file missing). I added the missing files from my original on to Ant's version and I've been using that ever since.

Here is the fixed version that I am using. If you want this removing from the board Ant, let me know, or edit this yourself. Maybe this will stop the confusion.

And some people say choosing "attach drive" then clicking the game is difficult when using other systems...

Sorry, not trying to get you in trouble by saying you pm'd me a copy ;)

Anyway, so which level 1-1 do you now have (after using Antiriad's verison, and copying in the missing files)?

It seems we are missing the correct level 1-1, our 1-1 seems to be everyone else's 1-2 :blink:

Once you copy in the missing files and use Antiriad's version, does our old 1-1 become 1-2? (hope this makes sense).
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On the 'NEWER VERSION' level 1-2 from the other version is 1-1. The link that Ant posted (which is coming up as the jap version on mame32 plus) has the 1-1 that I remember from the Amiga and Mega Drive versions, and what I'm using now.

The extra life I'm on about is via the warp on 1-1, which takes you to half of the letters needed to get an extra life (with the Kiwi cage on your lower right, inaccessible). Then you shoot right to open another warp, where you end up in the water (1-4), then you get out and jump up some platforms with those foxes roaming around and the remaining letters are there. This is right next to the Whale.

Edit: my English went out the window the first time I posted this, sorry.
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Nov 7 2006, 12:32 PM
Sorry, not trying to get you in trouble by saying you pm'd me a copy ;)

Anyway, so which level 1-1 do you now have (after using Antiriad's verison, and copying in the missing files)?

I know. I only PM'd you the link because I wasn't sure if Ant wanted the link on the forum.

Here is the starting screen for the first three levels on the version I am using:

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And I don't think I have the same one as SS, as I can only get 2 E's and an X from the first level, and no warp to 1-4 or inaccesible cage (I just jump up to it).
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Which is the wrong version ;)
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im using the same as necronom is that right ?
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No, that's the 'NEWER' version.
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Kaiserpc
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confused.com ! :blink: :D

yep Necronom that's the same as me - which looks like it is the wrong version. Our level 1-1 is everyone else's level 1-2. Maybe we should have 2 leagues this week wrong version vs the right version ;) . My current high score of around 100,000 will obviously not count.

I now need to find a version of mame32 that works with the "correct" version. So what version is everyone using? I've got mame32 0.100.

Once I get the "correct" version running I will be on to my 3rd version of New Zealand Story this week :o
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Not a bad little game - but need a new joypad - the keys are a killer!!!1

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I agree, you have the wrong one. I have thesame as Sureshot. I did have the other one originally. But I have to say that the one I am using now (that comesup as Japan on mine too) is much better. Te additional level at the start gets you into the game much better.
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Nov 7 2006, 03:08 PM
I now need to find a version of mame32 that works with the "correct" version. So what version is everyone using? I've got mame32 0.100.

I am using 087 and it works beautifully.
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Cheers,

Progress eh! Having to install an older version to get something to work. I really don't want to re-install mame :( . I might end up installing the older version in another directory, and then just installing New Zealand Story (the correct version!!!!!)
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but i downloaded the tnzs which i thought was correct :( can anyone show the begininng of level 1-1,1-2 and 1-3 just to clear it up once and for all as i printed a picture of my first level a couple of days ago and now people are saying that aint right ???
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I have the same as Necronom and TK, which looks like thje wrong one. I downloaded the one Ant put up, changed the name and aftr auditing the only one it said I have was tnzsj file, which seems to be the right one, but i've been playing with the tnzs file.


This is why I put up a post sayin i'm using the same one as TK, is this right, which noone responded to.


K i'm gonna start playing with the other one now, if anything an extra level at the start should mean bigger scores.
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Better score, couldn't care less now if I'm using the right version or not...

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I'll show you how to get this life instead:

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Nov 7 2006, 04:53 PM
I have the same as Necronom and TK, which looks like thje wrong one. I downloaded the one Ant put up, changed the name and aftr auditing the only one it said I have was tnzsj file, which seems to be the right one, but i've been playing with the tnzs file.


This is why I put up a post sayin i'm using the same one as TK, is this right, which noone responded to.


K i'm gonna start playing with the other one now, if anything an extra level at the start should mean bigger scores.

exactly i posted my first level which is obviously the same as some others on here the first day but no-one seems to have mentioned that it is 'wrong' ?
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I think everyone was still confused at that point.
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Nov 7 2006, 05:25 PM
I think everyone was still confused at that point.

what and there not now ! lol
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I'm confused!

But I am playing the one Ant put up - and says its the Jap version.

If its the correct version - then yipeeee, I'll carry on playing.

If its not the correct version - then yipeeeeee, I'll carry on playing.


I'll end up with a shit score anyway <_<
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I think we should debate this a little more, maybe until Sunday morning. that way no one will have time to beat my score ;)

And just for clarity, my version starts with the first screen in SS's extra life post.
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it suits me to play the same as SS and co cus the game is easier :) no spiky caterpillars for one !
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K, i'll simply post a better score with the proper version anyway so not a hassle.

Yeah i'm finding this version easier too.
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Proper version.
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finally got the right version working - although mame thinks it's the Jap version
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I'm fairly confident I have the correct version now.

Great game BTW!!!
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Got to boss with bombs, was never gonna work. I'd say warps aren't great, apart from the one's involving letters, you just end up on a harder letter with a lower score.
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Nov 7 2006, 11:19 AM
Yay, the first time I have ever been at the top of the table :D

I know it won't last when TK and Madrox get some scores in, but its a milestone for me anyway B)


Told me so!
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