NetPlay Software Products

Strike-A-Light

"My part in the project was to devise a simulation that would help train a Strike X-1 operative in the strategic requirements of the weapon, to help recognise in the field exactly when was the best time to strike. The simulation did not originally contain the 'permanent conversion' of an individual. Now that I know this is possible, I have quickly re-compiled the simulation to take this into account. When I played the first 'game' of the new simulation, I suddenly realised the awesome power of the Strike X-1. Perhaps it can be used for good as well as evil? I deeply regret my part in this project, I was blinded by the excitement of the new technology, not fully understanding the means to which it would eventually be used. I now know the truth. Thanks to a colleague in the Ministry of Temporal Science, I now have a chance to seek solace. Although I cannot alter what has already happened, I can at least make an attempt to forewarn those who have yet to exist. Do not ask how I know these things. All I request is that you use the simulation often. Master the art of the last Strike - your freedom of will depends upon it..." This simulation was designed to train operatives in the strategic use of the Strike X-1, a mind altering weapon of the future. Play against the computer, or with your friends and family, either individually or as teams. Original strategic gameplay, multiple board sizes, nine difficulty levels, undo and redo, skins, save games and play-by-email. Master the last Strike. Who strikes last, strikes best. Your freedom of will depends on it!

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Instant Demo

Instant Demo is a Windows application that provides a new quick and easy way to create demos and tutorials of your software in the popular Flash format. Instant Demo is ideal for software demonstrations, customer support and training. Instant Demo uses a simple design philosophy, providing an intuitive approach to the creation process. A single click of a button is all that is required to start recording. Instant demo automatically captures any visual changes on your desktop, including mouse appearance and movement. Voice annotation is fully supported by Instant Demo with live sound recording during capture, as well as recording or inserting sound files during editing. Editing features include annotated text and interactive hotspots which can be added quickly and easily using a simple control panel. Instant Demo automatically calculates the correct display time for your annotated text. Images can be imported using cut and paste, and Instant Demo can be easily integrated with your favourite imaging software - there is no need to learn another graphics program. The demonstrations are created in the Flash format and are small in size, requiring only 0.1MB per minute of animation. Instant Demo takes full advantage of the Flash streaming format, allowing immediate playback of your movie in all supporting web browsers. A picture says a thousand words - an instant demo says a million! Instant Demo is available on Windows 98/Me/NT/2000 and XP. The demonstrations are platform independent. Order securely online at http://www.instant-demo.com or email info@instant-demo.com for more information.

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Groovy Lava Screensaver Creator

Groovy Lava is a new screensaver and Winamp visualization plug-in created by NetPlay Software. Groovy Lava allows you to define an artificial cellular life form that will ooze into life with your favourite music or as your very own screensaver. Groovy Lava is based on chaos in which there are no well-defined mathematical formulas, only action and re-action, driven by a random process using the basic rules of life and death. At the heart of Groovy Lava is the chaos engine, which randomly selects a cell position and applies your life form rules. It is this random selection, along with the influence of the surrounding cells, that allows Groovy Lava to simulate many natural phenomena such as auroras, turbulent water flow, and fire. As the 'lava master', you can set the rules for the chaos engine, allowing it to create weird and wonderful images of beauty and chaos. It is also possible for the software to generate random life forms in time with your music, creating a unique trip into the world of cellular automation. There is no doubt that there are still many amazing life forms yet to be discovered, maybe you will be the first to discover a whole new way of life ?

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