wolfy62 Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 It is a great game and a great release for the Intellivision. Period. Awesome! Please anyone who is fortunate to get this, please realize the significance of the achievement. Super job on this game gentlemen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+save2600 Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 David and Carl - hoped this would go without saying, but PLEASE do not misinterpret my observations of something as minor as blinking ghost behavior to be a real "complaint" or hinderance to the enjoyment and awesome conversion that is Intellivision Ms. Pac-Man. I really do love the game and know I'll be spending a lot of time with it. One of the reasons I bothered to say anything at all is because I *did* notice they change rather quickly (compared to what I'm used to seeing in other versions) and well, the game's so damned near "perfect" (all things considered), that that's probably the most "negative" thing I could point out from a consumers standpoint. And this *is* an observations/impressions thread after all. As to knowing or not knowing how many testers there are for any given game, I gauge that by the conversations here at AA and what I read (or don't read) in manuals. Truth be told, wish I was more active in participating that way and understanding the intricacies of programming better. All of that said, you should know that I recognize Ms. Pac-Man as yet another 'world class release' from you guys. Truly feel that way, so again, please do not take my comments so negatively. Apologize if they came off that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Mueller Jr Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 Here is my video on it. Fast Forward to about 10:20, the ghosts are pretty fast and don't stay blinking long. I think i'm going to retract my original statement and say the Intellivision fast mode is better. lol I see no evidence that the ghosts speed up when the fast mode option is on (in the 7800 version). The one time it did seem to be the case was only because you had set the level to "random" which is equivalent to having cleared seven screens… Of course at that point, they're going to be fast. Going through a ghost is not a glitch. If it is, then the original arcade also has the glitch. The fast mode hack only modifies one byte of code, which affects Ms. Pac-Man speed (always on full speed), and also the timing of when the ghosts are released from the box (I believe it kills the idle timer). I recommend playing the Intellivision version with the speed mode "button". Releasing the button for going around corners is a good way to maintain control of the player. Carl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
intvdave Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 One of the reasons I bothered to say anything at all is because I *did* notice they change rather quickly (compared to what I'm used to seeing in other versions) and well, the game's so damned near "perfect" (all things considered), that that's probably the most "negative" thing I could point out from a consumers standpoint. And this *is* an observations/impressions thread after all. As to knowing or not knowing how many testers there are for any given game, I gauge that by the conversations here at AA and what I read (or don't read) in manuals. Truth be told, wish I was more active in participating that way and understanding the intricacies of programming better. This is an INTELLIVISION impression thread. Not an ARCADE vs INTELLIVISION impression thread Comments/information you find in the AA forums, especially related to me, is not always accurate. Do not always trust what you read or rumors that you hear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntellivisionDude Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 I see no evidence that the ghosts speed up when the fast mode option is on (in the 7800 version). The one time it did seem to be the case was only because you had set the level to "random" which is equivalent to having cleared seven screens… Of course at that point, they're going to be fast. Going through a ghost is not a glitch. If it is, then the original arcade also has the glitch. The fast mode hack only modifies one byte of code, which affects Ms. Pac-Man speed (always on full speed), and also the timing of when the ghosts are released from the box (I believe it kills the idle timer). I recommend playing the Intellivision version with the speed mode "button". Releasing the button for going around corners is a good way to maintain control of the player. Carl Yes, i corrected myself a few posts below that. I'm an idiot sometimes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+save2600 Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 This is an INTELLIVISION impression thread. Not an ARCADE vs INTELLIVISION impression thread Comments/information you find in the AA forums, especially related to me, is not always accurate. Do not always trust what you read or rumors that you hear. Been gathering that. Really should sign up on your forums to get the real inside scoop on this stuff - especially when it comes to those sneaky back door release dates! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LidLikesIntellivision Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 I am very impressed seeing the videos. It seems a very, very fun game with a lot of replay value. If it wasn't a bad combination of all tributes I have to pay in January + high dollar + customs are taxing me near 100% , I would have ordered immediately. Well, I hope I can play this lovely game as soon as possible. A huge thank you for Carl and David. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Darrin9999 Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 Great Game! Love being able to pick between the Pac-man family!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Mueller Jr Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 Great Game! Love being able to pick between the Pac-man family!! Don't forget they have different abilities. The videos I've seen so far are from people who haven't read the instruction manual. It will be interesting to see if people can make good use of these abilities… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted January 17, 2015 Author Share Posted January 17, 2015 Im still impressed by the amount of options and mazes in this game. It IMO will be remembered and played for years to come. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted January 17, 2015 Author Share Posted January 17, 2015 Not to derail the thread I made, or take anything away from Ms Pac Man......but....what will you be your next masterpiece! :-) Perhaps DK Jr? D3K Arcade? (With snow/ice level?) Blix 2? (I jest..I jest!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freewheel Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 Consider this a vote for Blix3(D), once you get finished with Blix 2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted January 17, 2015 Author Share Posted January 17, 2015 Consider this a vote for Blix3(D), once you get finished with Blix 2. Oh no. What have i started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fushek Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 Not to derail the thread I made, or take anything away from Ms Pac Man......but....what will you be your next masterpiece! :-) Perhaps DK Jr? D3K Arcade? (With snow/ice level?) Blix 2? (I jest..I jest!) Or perhaps an epic RPG ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+save2600 Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 Not to derail the thread I made, or take anything away from Ms Pac Man......but....what will you be your next masterpiece! :-) Super Pac-Man I hope! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric7100 Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 I'd like to see this on the Intellivision: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKoOQtCJyu4 Or this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IFWasO2zlDI 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+JasonlikesINTV Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 ...or Galaga Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m-crew Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 yes Galaga, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intymike Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 Galaga '88 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfy62 Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 Galaga for the Intellivision is an outstanding choice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari_Bill Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 A copy has made it's way to eBay already at a nice little markup. Guess I shouldn't be surprised. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+save2600 Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 A copy has made it's way to eBay already at a nice little markup. Guess I shouldn't be surprised. What are you talking about? Special bundle that includes a $40 box protector. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntellivisionDude Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 I love Galaga but i own enough versions of that already. What would make an Intellivision version unique? Since i am not as hardcore of a collector i have to weigh my options and look to see if the same game is on a different system, plays just as great, and is cheaper. Ms. Pac-Man was an exception. But i can think of quite a few games that fall into that category. D2K added originality so is another exception. But on the plus side, everything Carl touches turns to gold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted January 18, 2015 Author Share Posted January 18, 2015 What would be a good setting/ options for a Ms Pac Man HSC? Nothing like an official contest, just for fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+grips03 Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 Ms. Pac-Man is at home I'm in the hospital. I hope to enjoy when I get out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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