Tempest 2000
Tempest 2000 w/ Plus & Duel PC CD defend against alien UFO classic game updated
Game
DOS
Interplay
1996
CD
$6.48
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Based on the seminal Arcade classic Tempsest, Tempest 2000 for the PC incorporates the basic play mechanics of the original game with a host of new features. Players maneuver a claw-like ship around the outer area of a series of tube-like, 3D shapes that appear in outer space. Shapes can be round in nature, rectangular, V-shaped or otherwise. To envision the play field, picture in your mind a symmetrical spider web that stretches to a point in the distance.
From the depths of these shapes come a variety of enemies: Flippers, Tankers, Spikers, Fuseballs and Pulsars. Players guide their ship around the tubes and blast the enemies, preferably before they reach the platform on which your ship is crawling. Make contact with an enemy and your ship will be destroyed. If the action gets overly tense, you can use your SuperZapper to blast everything in sight. The game has 98 levels.
Tempest 2000 offers three different game modes for your enjoyment: Tempest 2000, Tempest Plus and Tempest Duel. The first is a power-up enhanced remake of Tempest in which you battle four new enemies as well as those in the original: Mutant Flippers are faster and more hostile than mere Flippers, Mirrors reflect fire back in your face, Demon Heads use their horns as projectiles and UFOs fly above the action and fire lightning bolts at your Blaster.
Examples of power-ups include particle lasers, warp bonus tokens (count toward bonus levels), "Out of Here" icons that end the level and give you 5,000 points and A.I. Droids that help you destroy enemies. A special jump button lets you hop off your platform and defend yourself against the UFOs. Each time you reach a different colored play field, you receive a key that enables you to save your progress. If you manage to complete 100 levels of Tempest 2000, you can play Beastly Mode where your shots come in smaller bursts and are slower and the enemies more difficult.
Tempest Plus, which features three modes of play, combines elements of traditional Tempest with those of Tempest 2000. You can battle the aliens alone, with assistance from an A.I. Droid or with the help of a friend.
Finally, Tempest Duel pits you against your most feared enemy of all -- your gaming partner! Both yours and your opponent's blasters are equipped with mirrors that let you deflect each other's shots. When you fire a shot, your mirror will temporarily disengage. Both players are vulnerable to each other and to Flippers that prowl along the tube lanes. To help your cause against your opponent, you can pick up Purple Generators and Cubes.
Tempest 2000 offers a number of different viewpoints and visual options. You can view the game from normal, locked or close perspective and with the background stars turned off or on. You are also given the option to play with fat vectors and web and object fills toggled on or off as well.
For DOS/Windows (via DOSBox) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
From the depths of these shapes come a variety of enemies: Flippers, Tankers, Spikers, Fuseballs and Pulsars. Players guide their ship around the tubes and blast the enemies, preferably before they reach the platform on which your ship is crawling. Make contact with an enemy and your ship will be destroyed. If the action gets overly tense, you can use your SuperZapper to blast everything in sight. The game has 98 levels.
Tempest 2000 offers three different game modes for your enjoyment: Tempest 2000, Tempest Plus and Tempest Duel. The first is a power-up enhanced remake of Tempest in which you battle four new enemies as well as those in the original: Mutant Flippers are faster and more hostile than mere Flippers, Mirrors reflect fire back in your face, Demon Heads use their horns as projectiles and UFOs fly above the action and fire lightning bolts at your Blaster.
Examples of power-ups include particle lasers, warp bonus tokens (count toward bonus levels), "Out of Here" icons that end the level and give you 5,000 points and A.I. Droids that help you destroy enemies. A special jump button lets you hop off your platform and defend yourself against the UFOs. Each time you reach a different colored play field, you receive a key that enables you to save your progress. If you manage to complete 100 levels of Tempest 2000, you can play Beastly Mode where your shots come in smaller bursts and are slower and the enemies more difficult.
Tempest Plus, which features three modes of play, combines elements of traditional Tempest with those of Tempest 2000. You can battle the aliens alone, with assistance from an A.I. Droid or with the help of a friend.
Finally, Tempest Duel pits you against your most feared enemy of all -- your gaming partner! Both yours and your opponent's blasters are equipped with mirrors that let you deflect each other's shots. When you fire a shot, your mirror will temporarily disengage. Both players are vulnerable to each other and to Flippers that prowl along the tube lanes. To help your cause against your opponent, you can pick up Purple Generators and Cubes.
Tempest 2000 offers a number of different viewpoints and visual options. You can view the game from normal, locked or close perspective and with the background stars turned off or on. You are also given the option to play with fat vectors and web and object fills toggled on or off as well.
For DOS/Windows (via DOSBox) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
WHAT YOU GET:
This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
Ask questions PRIOR to purchasing an order to avoid any confusion.
Be patient if there are problems during installation or gameplay. Typically someone else has
already ran into that problem and has listed a solution online. Contact us and we will do our best to help.
Be sure to update your video card drivers and search for updates to the game from the manufacturer.
This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
SHIPPING:
We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
