Fidget 1.0 This is a Words Game Mactivity's CD-ROM nr 10 advice: This application did run on a b/w 68030 processor under System 7.1. It was also tested on a big ColorScreen of a PowerMacintosh running System 7.1.2. The game was also tested on a Quadra with 68040 processor and a 13 inch Color Screen and System 7.1 by Mactivity. Fidget, (as you'll see in the "About Dialog") is a fast paced word game that challenges your spelling ability "To the Limits"! The sound effects are very important to the ambiance of the game and adds a level of minor distraction, testing your concentration levels as well as your ability to hold back from swearing at your monitor. The Fidget Data file must be in the same folder, or at the same level as the Fidget game itself. If the file is missing, check with your BBS sysop or the person you may have gotten this game from. If all else fails, contact me on Compuserve and I'll help. Fidget should work on all Macs with System 6.07 or System 7 (needs new sound managers) Tips: The game IS designed to accept plurals on most words, try it, but watch out for words that imply possession or have an apostrophe "ex: Paul's", is not allowed, but "ITS" or "JOBS" will work well. When playing against the Mac, don't check the "Proper Nouns" menu. The Mac may use proper nouns during play, but won't be allowed to keep them. Try to get as many tile sets as possible, early in the game, but don't push it too far or you will lose everything and give the Mac a big advantage. If your like me, and not the greatest speller in the world, try the easy level. This is very challenging also, but only allows the Mac no more than two tile sets at a time. Make sure you have some vowels at the beginning of your turn or you may discover this later on and really get stuck. Remember that the "Check" button not only checks your spelling, but also can give you a pause in the game to collect your nerves. This will not affect your time scoring. The dialog is designed to cover up the letters in the dice area. If you have a photographic memory, this may help. If it's any consolation, I have beaten the Mac only once, on the "Hard" Level, and I wrote the darn thing. There is always a possibility of a bug in the game and at times you may think that the Mac is "Making up words!". I have even gotten this feeling testing it! Check your dictionary, the paper one, if you doubt it and send me a bug note and tell me the word if you find one. The spell checking and Mac play is based on a spelling dictionary, so it is unlikely. I saw the Mac choose a word "EPEE", this did not seem right, checked the trusty Webster's New World dictionary 2nd ed., and "epee - broad two edged sword without a point". I forgot to mention Fidget is educational too!! Back to the Computer Games Index