So, old DOS game, won't work properly on new OSs, and DOSbox doesn't do movies. How can we powerplay this game?
Well, there is a way: it's called
Megaplex. It's main function is a level editor, but it includes recording and slowdown functions. With the proper files, we can quark the original levels! And it works with modern day Windows! :P
I'm not too sure about the legal status of the original game, so I'm going to let you guys find the files yourselves. Sorry. :( It's not that hard to find them, though.
Also, Megaplex doesn't use save states, but playing at 20 FPS seems to be enough for proper reflexes. It's mainly a lot of planning. And patience...
I have the first level done, and will post some of my plays once I have a few more done. Feel free to post the levels you've done.
Edit: It would seem that it is indeed freeware at this point, so I'll take my chances and provide a
link. Once downloaded, open LEVELS.DAT in Megaplex to play the original levels.
As of this edit, I have three levels done.
Ferret's Supaplex Levels (updated as I finish more)
Now for a score board...
Level --------- Name ------------ Time (frames)
1. WARM UP ---- Ferret Warlord -- 1005
3. STONE-AGE -- Ferret Warlord -- 5566
5. EASY DEAL -- Ferret Warlord -- 3718
To watch a movie, open the .mpx files.
Edit Dos: Cut 18 frames off of Easy Deal; file and chart updated. I am hoping this DOESN'T become a one man show...