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Manic Miner ZX81
By Spider in Manic Miner [Remakes]
This is the third party ZX81 version of Manic Miner, written in 1984. It is a standard ".p" ZX81 tape file.
It is not (given the limited memory available) identical to other platforms, however there are eleven of the familiar caverns present although its a fantastic achievement and credit to the author for being able to do this at all.
You do start with five lives instead of three however but the game is quite difficult so that is a very sensible compromise.
The game language is Czechoslovakian
A third party review of it can be found here (external link)
The scrolling message reads:
366 downloads
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Manic Miner Oric Atmos
By Spider in Manic Miner [Remakes]
Manic Miner for the Oric Atmos. Possibly *might* be compatible with the Oric 1 (if it has a memory/rom addon)
There are actually two versions of this present generally on the Internet. One is credited to Matt Smith (this is the one in French with the bugs) and the other also mentions his name (and mentions
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JetSet Willy Acorn Electron
By Spider in Jet Set Willy [Originals]
JSW 1 for the Acorn Electron. The conversion itself was written by Chris Robson.
This contains three files:
The tape (.uef) as well as both types of disc image (DFS .ssd and ADFS .adf)
The game code is identical however the disc versions include a loading screen too. All screens appear present matching the Spectrum/BBC/Amstrad versions.
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JetSet Willy 2 Acorn Electron
By Spider in Jet Set Willy [Originals]
JSW 2 for the Acorn Electron. The conversion itself was written by Chris Robson.
This contains three files:
The tape (.uef) as well as both types of disc image (DFS .ssd and ADFS .adf)
The game code is identical however the disc versions include a loading screen too. Given the Electrons memory this version is in effect based on the 'tape' BBC Micro version, which is quite cut down. In summary most of the 'Space' screens are present but very few of the Mansion screens.
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Manic Miner BBC Micro
By Spider in Manic Miner [Originals]
Manic Miner for the BBC Micro. The conversion was written by D.J.Coathupe.
The caverns mostly mirror other versions with a few exceptions:
1. There is no 'Solar Power Generator' instead there is a 'Meteor Showers' cavern. This is just as difficult as Skylabs, if not more so.
2. The Final Barrier is also completely different in its layout too.
The download includes the disc version, a tape version and the keypad code sheet too. This is required for the tape version. The disc version also features instructions during load too, these are not present on the original tape version mainly I suspect for a reduction in loading time.
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JetSet Willy BBC Micro
By Spider in Jet Set Willy [Originals]
Jetset Willy for the BBC Micro. This version was written by Chris Robson.
The download contains both a tape (.uef) and disc (.ssd) image. The game code is identical in both.
It closely mirrors the Spectrum version in the map layout, minus the four 'built in' bugs in that version.
35 downloads
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JetSet Willy (cheat) BBC Micro
By Spider in Jet Set Willy [Patched]
Jetset Willy for the BBC Micro, written by Chris Robson.
Note this is a cheat version with immunity applied. The author of the 'patch' is unknown.
It closely mirrors the Spectrum version in the map layout.
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JetSet Willy 2 BBC Micro
By Spider in Jet Set Willy [Originals]
Jetset Willy 2 for the BBC Micro. Written by Chris Robson.
The download contains several files:
1. A tape version as a .uef file , this is commonly referred to as the 'tape' or 'cut down' version
2. A disc version of the tape version as an .ssd , this is just a .ssd of the .uef above
3. A disc version of the disc version
That may not make sense but the 'tape' version is very much cut down and a lot of the 'mansion' rooms are absent to make room for the 'space' rooms instead.
The 'disc' version is about 95% identical to the Spectrum version in its layout and most of the familiar rooms are all present and correct. This version features all the mansion too, they are loaded in chunks as you progress through the game.
32 downloads
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JetSet Willy 2 (cheat) BBC Micro
By Spider in Jet Set Willy [Patched]
Jetset Willy 2 for the BBC Micro, written by Chris Robson.
The download contains two .ssd disc files, both the 'cut down aka tape version' and the 'full disc' version.
Note these are cheat versions with immunity applied. The author of the cheat/patch is unknown.
The 'disc' version is about 95% identical to the Spectrum version in its layout and most of the familiar rooms are all present and correct. This version features all the mansion too, they are loaded in chunks as you progress through the game.
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Manic Miner Amiga
By Spider in Manic Miner [Patched]
Manic Miner for the Commodore Amiga
The submission contains two variants as they tend to work on different hardware configurations.
They are both (unfortunately) not quite untouched original versions however the 'trainers' can be ignored if required. The 'Mayhem' variant seems slightly more compatible with differing hardware configurations.
I recommend the following initial configuration on an emulator for best results: OCS or ECS (Full) chipset , 512KB Chip Ram , 512KB Slow Ram , 0 Z2 Fast Ram , Extra chipset either 'Generic' or 'A500'
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JSW 4-Bug Fixer
By Spider in Tools and Patches
This is just a simple Basic program with the four bug fixes** in it as well as the keypad bypass. Its longer than it really should be by quite a way to make it easy to follow and edit if required.
Simply load and run it and play in the original JSW tape.
If you wished to save a 'modified' copy of the code block, simply delete line 440 or change it to include a STOP
** The 'Move invisible object from "Landing" to "Hall" fix' was very slightly tweaked to give the 'new' object a tiny square shape.
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Manic Miner (Spectrum) Cheat Versions
By Spider in Manic Miner [Patched]
These are simply pre-built cheat versions of the Spectrum releases of Manic Miner. For original releases please see here
The download offers not one but two choices of cheating and these are additionally available in both the more common Bug Byte version as well as the Software Projects version too. The game loading Basic has been preserved to as near original as possible but the code block itself is compressed to reduce loading time.
In summary the cheat choices are:
1. Infinite lives, fall any height and infinite air
2. Infinite lives, fall any height, infinite air, harmless guardians and harmless fire cells (full immunity in effect)
As indicated above both of these variants are available in BB and SP formats, making a total choice of four tape files which are clearly marked as to which is which.
Regarding the loader and code compression:
I purposely ensured that the decompresser code returns to Basic after running rather than executing the game code immediately. This makes it very easy to alter or save the game code if required for further editing or suchlike.
To do this simply "STOP" the Basic at line 20 for the Software Projects version and line 40 for the Bug Byte version. At this stage you can then "SAVE" the game code as usual 32768,32768 for loading into an editor or whatever you wish.
Note that the call to 33280 is calling the decompression code, so if you are adding any pokes to the loader itself, do not add them before this has ran, simply add your pokes in the usual place ie: just before the USR 33792 statement.
Enjoy.
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Jet Set Willy 2 (Spectrum)
By Spider in Jet Set Willy [Originals]
Jet Set Willy 2 for the Spectrum.
The download offers the original Software Projects release as well as the two re-releases by Richochet (Mastertronic) and DroSoft
The Software Projects version requires the keycard which is included in the download. The re-releases do not have this.
These are the original tape files and are not modified in any way.
131 downloads
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Jet Set Willy 2 (Spectrum) Cheat Versions
By Spider in Jet Set Willy [Patched]
Jet Set Willy 2 for the Spectrum, note these are patched versions. For the original files please see here
The download offers two versions:
An original Software Projects release with the 'keypad' modified to accept any code (but no game cheats at all) as well as a modified 'fully immunity' version..
The loader for the 'any keypad code' version was very slightly tweaked from the original in that you get to see the screen (INK 7 vs INK 0) otherwise it is the same apart from a minor attribute swap on the 'picture hanger', this is not visible in the original due to black ink but stuck out when it was INK 7.
The 'full immunity' version varies a bit here with both a colourful 'what's included' page as well as the loading screen. A unique feature I added to this was to 'draw' the screen data after the attributes, giving the impression they are being added at the same time. This effect is really only visible at normal tape loading speed however.
The 'full immunity' version is just that, along with a minor tweak to ensure the 'Trip Switch' is always active too meaning Willy does not have to take a long route around the house to take a quick voyage on his Yacht if needed. Be aware of falling into the water though!
In summary the 'immunity' cheat comprises of:
Fall any height
Infinite lives
Immunity to fire cells
Immunity to guardians
Trip switch is always on
Enjoy!
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Jet Set Willy (Spectrum)
By Spider in Jet Set Willy [Originals]
The original JSW for the Sinclair Spectrum.
Please note these are 'as originally provided' tape files and do not have any bug fixes (attic bug etc) applied! You'll also need the keycard with three of them as this is still present too.
For versions with the 'official' Software Projects fixes, with and without keycard, please see here.
Four files are included, these are:
1. The 'Pre-Production' version, this is most easily distinguished by having the in-game tune of 'In The Hall Of The Mountain King' (the same as Manic Miner)
2. The 'original' release, this was the most common one. This has 'If I Was A Rich Man' as the in-game tune.
3. The VentaMatic Re-Release. This is based on the original release with a Spanish 'scrolly' message and loader. The code is otherwise unchanged.
4. The 'They Sold A Million' Re-Release. This is actually based on the 'Pre-Production' version of the code but has the four official Software Projects bug-fixes applied as well as bypassing the keypad entry screen too. This version was supplied as Speedlock1 protected.
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Jet Set Willy (Spectrum) Sofware Projects Bug Fix
By Spider in Jet Set Willy [Patched]
JSW for the Sinclair Spectrum.
These are originals with the sole exceptions of having the four official Software Project bug fixes applied as well as a choice of bypassing the keycard. This was done simply to make it more 'friendly'. The Basic was very slightly changed to remove the embedded codes (for the English versions) to make it more readable (and editable!) too.
For completely original files (with bugs!) see here
Six files are included, these are:
1. The 'Pre-Production' version, this is most easily distinguished by having the in-game tune of 'In The Hall Of The Mountain King' (the same as Manic Miner)
2. The 'original' release, this was the most common one. This has 'If I Was A Rich Man' as the in-game tune.
3. The VentaMatic Re-Release. This is based on the original release with a Spanish 'scrolly' message and loader. The code is otherwise unchanged.
There are two versions of each. One with keycard still present and one without. They are clearly labelled as to which is which and the Pokes themselves are purposely applied in the Basic rather than altering the code block itself to allow for user preference and convenient editing if required.
The 'Sold A Million' Re-Release is not included here as it already has bug fixes 'factory applied' so qualifies as an 'original' release as such.
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Jet Set Willy (Spectrum) Cheat
By Spider in Jet Set Willy [Patched]
The original JSW for the Sinclair Spectrum.
These are 'patched' games with a choice of two cheat modes. Simply put there is a choice of either:
1. Basic protection: "Infinite Lives" and "Fall Any Height"
2. Immunity: This obviously includes the above and adds immunity to fire cells, guardians and arrows.
For completely original (with bugs!) versions please see here and for original (but with the four official bug fixes applied) see here
A total of eight files are included, these are two versions of each of the following (one for each type of 'cheat' choice) , they are clearly labelled as to which is which
1. The 'Pre-Production' version, The in-game tune is 'In The Hall Of The Mountain King' (the same as Manic Miner)
2. The 'original' release. This has 'If I Was A Rich Man' as the in-game tune.
3. The VentaMatic Re-Release. This is based on the original release with a Spanish 'scrolly' message and loader. The code is otherwise unchanged.
4. The 'They Sold A Million' Re-Release. This is actually based on the 'Pre-Production' version of the code but has the four official Software Projects bug-fixes applied as well as bypassing the keypad entry screen too. This version was supplied as Speedlock1 protected. Care was taken to alter this without having to take the loader to pieces so it appears more or less original, the loading screen does state which cheat version it is however.
342 downloads
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JSW Designer for Dragon 32/64
By Spider in Tools and Patches
JetSetWilly Screen Designer for the Dragon 32/64 range of machines.
As can be seen by the screenshots, it offers a screen and title screen editor as well as the ability to 'compile' the saved data into a stand-alone game with options on the total number of objects to collect as well as a 'finishing' room as well.
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Manic Miner (Sam Coupe)
By Spider in Manic Miner [Originals]
Manic Miner for the MGT Sam Coup
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Manic Miner PC
By Spider in Manic Miner [Remakes]
Manic Miner for the IBM PC range of machines by Andy Noble.
The download contains three versions as follows plus a small bonus too. All versions are complete and unmodified in any way (hence a .zip for each inside the main .zip) , they also include their original unmodified readme file, a requirement for distribution.
0.75 , This is one of the earliest ones available, it also includes some of the Blitz Basic source code too. Please note this version needs a 32bit operating system, it will not function on a 64bit machine.
0.79 , This is a slightly later version with a few bug-fixed applied. The good news is this will run on a 32bit or 64bit machine without any real issue as such.
1.51 , A later version, again this is like 0.75 and requires a 32bit Operating System to function.
The screenshots were taken using a 64bit OS using version 0.79. To play the 32bit versions you will either need a 32bit Operating System or perhaps an alternative solution:
1. DosBox would work quite well
2. If you are using WIndows7 Pro or Ultimate you will be able to obtain XP-Mode as a download from Microsoft. This is more or less a complete VM using 32bit XP and would be ideal
3. Another alternative would be to use something like VirtualBox or VirtualPC but with these you would have to supply your own OS such as XP / 2K / 98 / possibly MS-Dos
The bonus is the source data as well as some of the graphics and sound effects. Although these are present in one of the versions above, it seemed prudent to also split them out into a separate file for convenience too.
Given the speed of modern computers, running the game on "slow" or "boring" speed is ideal. On the main title page press F1 to get to the options page.
281 downloads
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Basic Lister
By Spider in Other resources
This is a slightly updated (by myself) and tweaked version of two programs published a long time ago in Y.S
There was a *LIST and a *LOAD to load / view protected Basic however they appeared to not work too well so I have updated them into one working file.
The idea is simple: This program will load in a piece of Basic and show you what is really present, stripped of any of its protection. This is quite useful to determine if floating point values have been used and / or for protected loaders such as Speed-Lock and similar.
It should be noted this is a tool to assist, not a solution in itself.
It is very simple to use. Simply load and run it, then load in the Basic loader in question. Once it has loaded, it will be displayed (ignore any error messages) showing what is 'really' there.
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Screen Attributes Display
By Spider in Other resources
This is a small tool to dertermine what attributes are being used on the screen and where. This may prove quite useful if you intend to split them out from the pixels and wish to find any errant incorrectly coloured blocks.
It should be noted this is a tool rather than a solution in itself. :)
It is very simple to use, simply load and run it.
You are offered the option to load in a real screen$ file or if you have an .scr you can use this instead. The next option offers a choice of enabling 'OVER' or not to overwrite the pixel data and finally a choice of 5 fill characters to choose from.
Generally the asterisk is the best choice, combined with overwrite being enabled as ultimately (although the output is not pretty) it will show you if you have any ink blocks where there should not be any.
4 downloads
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JetSet Willy (Atari ST)
By Spider in Jet Set Willy [Originals]
JSW for the Atari ST range of machines, written by Paul Taylor and Carl Whitwell
This very closely mimics the Spectrum version, right down to the font and sound effects. The 'jump' sound effect is slightly different and is more like the BBC Micro version in that its a higher pitch.
The only real addition (apart from the scrolling message change) is a built in attract mode, this is very similar to the one in JSWED but without displaying Willy on each page. It does not appear to go through every room however.
The Attic Bug and Banyan Tree bugs are fixed, and the Conservatory Roof layout mimics the BBC Micro version (or the JSW2 version, whichever you prefer) , a screenshot of this room is shown.
The other "minor issues" are still present:
Its possible to leap off the top of The Watch Tower
The Beach object still counts as two
The Swimming Pool object is 'auto collected'
The 'Landing Invisible Object' has been relocated to The Hall and it has a suitable wine glass shape applied, a screenshot of this is shown.
There's no 'writetyper' built in unfortunately. It may have another key-combination to do this however no doubt various pokes are available anyway.
There is no built in Keypad protection on this release and after examining it with an alternative one, I'm 99% confident this is 'original' as intended.
The scrolling message reads as follows:
22 downloads
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Manic Miner (Amstrad)
By Spider in Manic Miner [Originals]
Manic Miner for the Amstrad CPC range of machines.
Both disk (.dsk) and tape (.cdt) versions are present as well as the original Software Projects release and the Amsoft Re-Release
The scrolling message reads as follows:
Note in particular the original Software Projects release only tends to function properly on the 464 machine! It is recommended to use the Amsoft branded Re-Release if playing on this machine. On an emulator simply switch to use a 6128 instead. Manual pokes are available to rectify this if its a concern on a real machine however but the game code is practically identical between the original and the Re-Release, the only 'real' change is the loading screen itself.
The game plays just as well as the original Spectrum version and with the exception of the last cavern it is near identical to that version too. Why the last cavern is different remains a mystery as on the BBC Micro version as well the last cavern (and a few others) are different too.
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JetSet Willy (Amstrad)
By Spider in Jet Set Willy [Originals]
JetSet Willy for the Amstrad CPC range of machines. It is compatible with the 464,664 and 6128.
This is an original disk and tape image. The tape is a .tzx file (can be renamed to .cdt if required) and is Speedlock protected.
The game closely follows the Spectrum version and plays just as well. The 'in game' tune is different but the game play is much the same.
The scrolling message reads as follows:
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