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Article #1475Re: Text Adventure Languages
From: Mark 'Mark' Sachs
Date: Sun, 15 Nov 1992 22:52
Date: Sun, 15 Nov 1992 22:52
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If you're using IBM, Mac, or Atari ST, "TADS" is probably your best bet.
I'm no authority, but it's the most well-supported adventure
language out there, has many nifty features including complete object-
orientation, and is shareware.
If you're using Amiga or UNIX, "ALAN" is the way to go. Its redeeming qualities
include extreme flexibility and high readability and ease of use. It's
freeware (you have to get it via e-mail server or snailmailing disks.)
New versions of both of the above are on the version of coming out --
TADS 2.0 and ALAN 2.4. I suggest going to rec.{arts|games}.int-fiction
for more info.
"But Dr. Radium, was that necessary?" "Rez, _everything_ I do is necessary."
[Your blood pressure just went up.] Mark Sachs IS: mbs110@psuvm.psu.edu
DISCLAIMER: If PSU knew I had opinions they'd probably try to charge me for it.
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Path: arc1-ca.pugleaf.net!sparky!uunet!gumby!wupost!psuvax1!psuvm!mbs110 Organization: The Leader Desslok School of Diplomacy Date: Sun, 15 Nov 1992 17:52:20 EST From: Mark 'Mark' Sachs <MBS110@psuvm.psu.edu> Message-ID: <92320.175220MBS110@psuvm.psu.edu> Newsgroups: rec.games.programmer Subject: Re: Text Adventure Languages References: <1992Nov11.220608.8644@den.mmc.com> Lines: 16