CompuServe Thread

MicroIllusions Purchased

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#16095From: Mike BerroFeb 17, 1992 2:34 PM
Attention Compuserve members! MicroIllusions, Inc has moved and has been purchased by HOLLYWARE Entertainment. Our new address and phone numbers are: HOLLYWARE/MicroIllusions 13464 Washington Blvd. Marina Del Rey, CA. 90291 (310) 822-9200 (310) 390-0457 Fax We are looking forward to developing a strong relationship with the members of Compuserve. Look for new demo's from HOLLYWARE to appear in the game demo library. For all who are interested we are having a special sale for Compuserve members please contact us for further details. Philip Moody, Customer Support, HOLLYWARE/MicroIllusions.
#16118From: Chris AveyFeb 18, 1992 12:27 AM
You guys going to develope games again? There has not been anything in a very long time(thought you were gone along time ago hehe)
#16148From: Mike BerroFeb 18, 1992 3:16 PM
Chris, yes we are developing games again. I have uploaded two demos this month, download them and let me know what you think about them. Philip Moody, MicroIllusions/HOLLYWARE
#16179From: Chris AveyFeb 18, 1992 10:35 PM
Is Land Of Legends sitting around anymore? If that ever came out it would take over as the new winner of "It was Vaporware that really came out someday"
#16146From: Nick MurrayFeb 18, 1992 3:08 PM
Keep supporting the Amiga and I'm sure you will build a strong relationsship with us! (grin) p.s. I am also interested in your special CIS member sale.
#16149From: Mike BerroFeb 18, 1992 3:18 PM
Nick, I'll E-Mail you the specials soon. Philip Moody, MicroIllusions/HOLLYWARE
#16162From: john loweryFeb 18, 1992 7:05 PM
Send me the Specials also.
#16246From: Rodger PadgettFeb 19, 1992 8:47 PM
Me too! I've got a couple of old MicroIllusion games around here somewhere. I'd really like to see more from there! Rodger – via Whap!
#16277From: Howard WootenFeb 20, 1992 2:21 AM
Philip, I'm interested in any information concerning product development and/or support of existing MicroIllusions software. thanks.. Howard. – via Whap!
#16286From: Michael QuonFeb 20, 1992 10:01 AM
Hello Mr. Moody! Sooooo glad to hear from MicroIllusions. I was beginning to think that the company had gone under or something. I know the the thought is rather unthinkable but the way the economy has been … well you know. So what is this special sale for CI$ members and how should I get more info? Write? Call? Thanks! Good Luck! Let's see some Amiga stuff! Michael Quon (73357,3150)
#16299From: Denny Atkin [COMPUTE/AmiFeb 20, 1992 5:16 PM
Good news! So when are you shipping Land of Legends? 😉
#16510From: Mike BerroFeb 23, 1992 4:32 PM
Denny, the program I've been talking to Steve about is called Lords of Time. Land of Legends well we'll see. Philip Moody, MicroIllusions/HOLLYWARE
#16581From: Jim BroekFeb 24, 1992 2:47 PM
Philip, I'm interested in the specials. If you could E-Mail me the info, I'd appreciate it. If you're coming out with anything that supports modem play, I'll buy it sight unseen. Thanks, Jim
#16673From: Randall MichalFeb 26, 1992 10:25 AM
Jim, what games do you have which support modem play? I am an avid modem gamer and a staff member in the Modem Games forum. I have quite a number of Amiga modem games, perhaps we can play a few sometime. Randy
#16681From: Jim BroekFeb 26, 1992 3:08 PM
Randy, Falcon, Populus I & II, The Perfect General, Operation Com-Bat, Firepower, Professional Football Simulator, Fighter Duel, Stunt Track Racer, and PowerDrome. Some of these support only null-modem play. Anyone else have any Amiga modem games? I (along with several of my Amiga using friends) buy any and every game that comes along that supports modem play. If anyone know of other modem games available, I'm interested in finding out what they are. Later, Jim
#16722From: Randall MichalFeb 27, 1992 8:24 PM
Jim, the Modem Gaming Lobby here on CIS is a prefect place to allow for direct connect/null modem capable games. Since the connection has already been made to CIS, no phone call needs to be made. :> Let's see, the modem or null modem capable games I have are Falcon, Populous, Powermonger, Flight Of The Intruder, F-16 Combat Pilot, Flight Simulator II, Armour-Geddon, Battle Chess , Fighter Duel. There are a number of other modem capable Amiga games, including Knights Of The Sky, Jet, and several modem capable shareware games, which can be found in this forum and others on CIS. There are other modem capable games, though I can't recall any offhand. If you are interested in playing any of the games we have in common, let me know, I'll pick up the phone call for the first time, or we can meet in the Lobby area. Randy
#16738From: Jim BroekFeb 28, 1992 3:00 PM
Randall, Where are you located? I'm in Escondido California, which is sort of a satelite city to San Diego. The connect time at 2400 baud on CI$ is what… 12.50 per hour? It may be cheaper to dial direct unless you happen to live in Zimbabwe. BTW… The Perfect General is (IMHO) the perfect Wargame…simple interface, in-depth and flexible strategy and modem capable. If you have an inclination towards this type of game I wholely recommend it. Let me know what the possibilities are of connecting and what game you prefer. Later, Jim
#16752From: Randall MichalFeb 28, 1992 10:32 PM
Jim, yeah, it would be considerably cheaper for us to call direct, since I live in Rancho San Diego. :> Down here in the southeast county, and maybe it's a slight long distance call, but it will be cheaper than the lobby! :> The lobby I mentioned is good for real long distance games, since the rate in the actual play area drops to $6 an hour for anything up to 2400 baud. I have yet to buy TPG, but expect to soon. I have the demo of it, looks like fun! For now, want to hook up in Falcon, or one of the other games we have in common? Let me know, and we can set something up! Randy
#16782From: david deciaccoFeb 29, 1992 2:59 PM
Hi randy could you give me some info on modem games for the amiga . I have flightsim II and KOTS but on reading KOTS info sheet it can only be played with a null modem link .I would like to try a modem link so any info would help DAVE – via Whap!
#16807From: Jim BroekMar 1, 1992 2:49 AM
David, I'm not an expert modem gamer, but the best way to learn I've found is to get together with another Amiga gamer and connect your Amigas together via a null modem. This way you're in constant verbal communication as you work your way through the set-up and configuration. You can pick up a null modem for about 10 bucks at radio shack plus you'll need a gender changer for another 6 bucks. Later, Jim
#16831From: Denny Atkin [COMPUTE/AmiMar 1, 1992 1:52 PM
The absolute BEST modem game, bar none, is Fighter Duel: Corsair Vs. Zero. There's absolutely no slow down when playing against another player, even at low baud rates.
#16688From: Rodger PadgettFeb 26, 1992 7:25 PM
MicroIllusions, I have been an owner of Photon Paint 2 since 1988. Is there an upgrade policy still in effect for it? Does MicroIllusions still have a graphics program available? Rodger – via Whap!
#16689From: John PendergrassFeb 26, 1992 8:26 PM
Rodger, there isn't an 'upgrade' to PhotonPaint2, but there is a sequel to it. NOT available from MicroIllusions. It's called 'SpectraColor', and is available from Oxxi. Apparently the authors of the program decided to start doing business with Oxxi, rather than MicroIllusions. SpectraColor is Much improved over PP2. I know Oxxi has special pricing for previous PP2 owners, so you might give them a call. TTFN –jp–seattle–
#16720From: Rodger PadgettFeb 27, 1992 7:21 PM
Thanks! Rodger – via Whap!
#17035From: Mike BerroMar 5, 1992 10:55 PM
Rodger, we are currently working on an upgrade but it is a few months off. Thats all I can tell you for now. Philip Moody, Customer Support, MicroIllusions.
#17054From: Rodger PadgettMar 6, 1992 9:26 PM
I'll keep looking for more from ya'll on this in the coming months! Thanks, Rodger – via Whap!
#17104From: ERIC WESTREICHMar 7, 1992 7:30 PM
Will there by any upgrades to Music-X Eric – via Whap!