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Subject: Re: Bartending Simulation Beta Test
From: Josh
Posted: Mon Sep 1. 2003, 20:06 UTC
Followup to: "Re: Bartending Simulation Beta Test"  by H2600  (Mon Sep 1. 2003, 19:01 UTC)
> I think this program could be useful. However, there are a few bugs 
> that bother me...I know that this software is still beta, but I find 
> it annoying that the graphics on the screen flicker when you perform 
> different actions. I also wonder why this program doesn't use 
> directsound, that would allow it to play music and sounds at the same 
> time without skipping, it would also allow someone to listen to their 
> own music (i.e. Winamp) while at the same time playing the game.

Hi Guys,

bethaniestarr: I just uploaded a new version of the demo to the server, so 
that's probably why the files were corrupted (you were attempting to download 
at the same time I was uploading =) )

H2600: The flicker is most likely because you are using 16 bit color. BarSim 
was built with 24 and 32 bit color in mind, technically 16 bit is not 
supported, however will run (I would greatly appreciate it if you would email 
me your system specs though, I'm trying to keep track of all feedback and it 
would be very helpful).

The sound issue is a result of your sound card. On about 75% of the systems it 
works without any problems whatsoever. We couldn't use directsound because we 
are using the Ogg Vorbis audio format, which isn't supported (or at least 
wasn't). Our decision to use this format was to avoid paying MP3 royalties and 
thus allow us to sell a more affordable program.

I think we should probably end this thread, as it is taking up quite a bit of 
room in this forum, and I'm sure there are many more interesting topics we can 
discuss. If anyone runs into any bugs, has any issues, or needs any help, 
please email me directly @ Josh[at]barsim.com .

In keeping with this, I will no longer be posting replies to new posts, 
however I will reply to all emails.

Cheers!

Josh[at]BarSim.com


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