+Andrew Davie Posted October 28, 2001 Share Posted October 28, 2001 The Deluxe Edition of Qb is now fully-subscribed. There were 100 places. I have about 110 people actually subscribed - I'm expecting a few people to drop out. So the first announcement to make is that Qb (standard) is now available (officially) from Hozer Video. If you really want a cartridge, and you can't make it yourself, and you're not on the 'Deluxe Edition' subscription list, then ask Randy for a copy. I did a new label and manual thingy for Randy, so hopefully it will turn out OK. Now, for those holding your breath for the imminent release of Qb Deluxe.... you will have to wait a bit longer. I have settled on the design of the packaging - and in an effort to outdo everything ever done before )) I've settled on the following... * Genuine wooden used cigar box. Box is big enough to hold a CD (flat) and '2600 cartridge. Box probably painted. * Glued to the top of the box, rare-wood 'cubes' (actually flat squares) in a style so it looks like the actual game. Each Deluxe box will have a different (probably random) game-screen design. * On top of some of the squares, actual creatures - little plastic or glass figurines * Inside, as noted, a CD with emulator (Z26) and source code, and all Qb versions I have saved (about 20), full assemblable source code and complete [stella] archive of Qb discussion (I need to OK this with Stella owners). * The cartridge itself - with special label. * The # of the package will be shown on the box lid as the score ) so I also need a lot of digits. Probably brass. OK, that's about it. It's a big effort. My first hurdle is finding cigar boxes. These things are darned hard to find. I've got a few tobacconists asking their suppliers for me, but as cigars are $600/box (the boxes I like, anyway), they don't tend to get a lot of empty boxes. It looks to me that I can (slowly) build up a supply of reasonable boxes for about $5/box, but I'm still scouting for sources. eBay is one, but tedious. Next, the rare-wood squares; I have asked for, and am awaiting a quote on these. Woods to include Huon Pine and King William Pine. These trees take hundreds of years to grow, literally. The wood is quite rare and expensive - Huon Pine, for example, can only be found from logs dredged up from rivers; it is illegal to chop the trees themselves, as they're all protected. Basically I've asked for 500 square pieces, about 3cm x 3cm x 1cm. This will cost me a fair bit just for the wood, but it *is* a lovely wood! Next, the figurines on top. Hopefully McDonalds will have some sort of crap toy promotion shortly, and I can scavenge the little tykes. Failing that, I'll have to see what shows up. The CD is easy, so we can assume that's been done. Next, the cartridge itself. The easy way out is Hozer Video. Randy will make cartridges for me for $10/pop. He does a good job and is reliable, but I am required to stick a Hozer Video logo on the cartridge if I go this route. I don't really want to do this, so I'm slowly exploring other options. I not only need to get the circuit boards, the EPROMS/ROMS programmed, but I need the cases, too. So, things will go slowly, but I do have things moving on all fronts. But patience is definitely required. Those who want to 'jump the queue' and/or guarantee themselves a copy can do so by posting me THREE empty cigar boxes (no cigar powder/residue whatsoever contained inside, thanks), and I will use one of those boxes (my choice) for their version (and do it before those who don't send me boxes). Please email me privately to get details, etc. Those posting me more than three boxes will receive a discount on the final package Well, that's about where it is at. It may take some time, but I'm hoping the lucky recipients will think its worth the wait Cheers A - Andrew Davie, TwoHeaded Software adavie@2headed.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari-Jess Posted October 28, 2001 Share Posted October 28, 2001 wow.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snider-man Posted October 28, 2001 Share Posted October 28, 2001 Well, so much for Venture II having the most "jiffy-keen" packaging of the homebrews... Sounds like it'll be quite the impressive collectable Andrew! Snider-man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CosmicJoke Posted October 29, 2001 Share Posted October 29, 2001 It sounds great! You are going to a lot of trouble for this, I hope you are getting some enjoyment out of it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ze_ro Posted October 29, 2001 Share Posted October 29, 2001 Now don't get me wrong, this sounds pretty cool and all... but am I the only person that thinks this is kind of excessive? I mean, as long as I can get a cartridge with a label, that's fine by me. Soon enough, the packaging will be the majority of the price we pay for these things. --Zero Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhindle The Red Posted October 29, 2001 Share Posted October 29, 2001 I think he's set up a near perfect balance. Those who'd just like a nice looking game cartridge can get one right away at a reasonable price from Hozer. Those who like whiz-bang packaging not only have to pay more, they even have to wait longer to get it. Andrew must be the chosen one...the one who brings balance... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Posted October 29, 2001 Share Posted October 29, 2001 I think it sounds incredible, and there's something for everyone. You can download the ROM and play it for free if you want, or you can buy a simple cartridge with a label and manual from Hozer for probably $15 or so, or you can get the extravagent collectors edition from Andrew. Great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackjax Posted October 29, 2001 Share Posted October 29, 2001 Can we see pictures of the finished product when you get one done? We might not all get them, but I'm curious what this one will look like at completion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joel D. Park Posted October 29, 2001 Share Posted October 29, 2001 Andrew, Speaking of Labels... Did you ever send out the End Labels for the Registered QB owners on your page?? I would be happy with just the image to print it from.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albert Posted October 31, 2001 Share Posted October 31, 2001 quote: Originally posted by Blackjax: Can we see pictures of the finished product when you get one done? We might not all get them, but I'm curious what this one will look like at completion I'm sure plenty of pictures will be posted by those who end up purchasing Qb Deluxe, but it would be cool to follow the progress of this version (hopefully with pictures!) on Andrew's Qb website. ..Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+ZeroPage Homebrew Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 (edited) We'll be featuring Qb Special Edition LIVE on this Wednesday's (tomorrow) ZeroPage Homebrew stream on Twitch at 11AM PT | 2PM ET | 6PM GMT! Hope everyone can watch! Twitch Stream: https://www.twitch.t...ropagehomebrew/ Games: - Qb Special Edition (2001) by Andrew Davie - Pixel Ninja Pit Jump (2019 WIP) by Sknarp - Cave In (2012) by Steve Engelhardt aka Atarius Maximus - Bit Quest (2017) by Brian Shea aka metalbabble Edited July 2, 2019 by ZeroPage Homebrew 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hizzy Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 I wish Andrew Davie came back to programming games for the atari 2600. Qb is a great concept and very challenging. Steve Engelhardt is another programmer whose work I admire. Cave In doesn't get enough love. It might be the best "quest" game for the Atari. Also, Steve's hacks are essential to any collection. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Andrew Davie Posted July 4, 2019 Author Share Posted July 4, 2019 On 7/3/2019 at 7:26 AM, ZeroPage Homebrew said: We'll be featuring Qb Special Edition LIVE on this Wednesday's (tomorrow) ZeroPage Homebrew stream on Twitch at 11AM PT | 2PM ET | 6PM GMT! Hope everyone can watch! Twitch Stream: https://www.twitch.t...ropagehomebrew/ Games: - Qb Special Edition (2001) by Andrew Davie - Pixel Ninja Pit Jump (2019 WIP) by Sknarp - Cave In (2012) by Steve Engelhardt aka Atarius Maximus - Bit Quest (2017) by Brian Shea aka metalbabble So I managed to show up at 4 *AM* my time and spent almost an hour with the guys doing the 'show'. It was quite fun, although a bit nerve-wracking. In the end, the game pulled through without too many dramas and I was able to get to bed and sleep. I appreciated the lovely review and nice words said by the hosts. A very worthwhile reason to stay up late. 10/10 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS Posted July 4, 2019 Share Posted July 4, 2019 Well, this was certainly a blast from the past! It has honestly been a while since I last busted out my Qb cartridge but this post is making me think that I need to do so again soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+ZeroPage Homebrew Posted July 4, 2019 Share Posted July 4, 2019 2 hours ago, Andrew Davie said: So I managed to show up at 4 *AM* my time and spent almost an hour with the guys doing the 'show'. It was quite fun, although a bit nerve-wracking. In the end, the game pulled through without too many dramas and I was able to get to bed and sleep. I appreciated the lovely review and nice words said by the hosts. A very worthwhile reason to stay up late. 10/10 Thank you so much Andrew for staying up and hanging out with us on the ZeroPage Homebrew stream. It was great having you in the chat with all the regulars while we played your great game Qb! Thanks for all the insight into your history and the development of Qb, you're welcome to come back and hang out any time! Probably your best bet is every second Friday (this coming Friday) where we are on at 11AM (ACT) your time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+thanatos Posted July 4, 2019 Share Posted July 4, 2019 If this isn't the record breaking AA necrobump I don't know what is! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+ZeroPage Homebrew Posted July 4, 2019 Share Posted July 4, 2019 57 minutes ago, thanatos said: If this isn't the record breaking AA necrobump I don't know what is! 17 and a half years, not too bad! ? I think it might be a new record for sure, especially with the original poster replying too! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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