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Introduction
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Game Play
Thank you for purchasing OPENING WEEKEND: DEER SEASON. This manual explains the game interface, and provides information on hunting
the deer that populate the environments.
Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Game Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Score Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Game Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Your First Hunt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Starting the Game and Entering a Hunt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Looking for Signs of Deer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Getting a Shot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Taking the Shot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
After a Kill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Becoming an Expert Hunter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Weapons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Hunting Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
About the Deer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Finding Deer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Avoiding Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Improving Your Accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Tips From Expert Hunters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Game Controls Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Credits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
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Playing OPENING WEEKEND: DEER SEASON is straightforwardÑpick
a weapon, pick a hunting region, and go hunting. The following
sections cover the interface and game options in detail. There are
three main screens in DEER SEASON: the Main Menu, the Score
Menu, and the Game Window.
Main Menu
The Main Menu is where you enter the
game, selecting your weapon of choice
and region to hunt in. Click the mouse on
a menu item while it is highlighted to
select that item.
If you want to get
started hunting
immediately, jump to
the Your First Hunt
section starting on
page 8.
Hunt
Starts a hunt with the selected region and weapon. If no region or
weapon has been selected, you hunt in the default Bretagne, France
environment, with the default weapon, a 7mm bolt-action rifle. For a
detailed explanation of game controls and interface, see the Game
Window section starting on page 6. For a quick introduction to the art
of deer hunting, see page 8.
Choose Weapon
Brings up the Select Weapon screen, where you can choose between
seven weapons. Click on a weapon to select it and a representation will
appear next to the weapons list. Specifications and descriptions for
each of these weapons can be found starting on page 10. When you are
satisfied with your weapon selection, click on Back to return to the
Main Menu.
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Choose Region
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Score
Brings up the Select Region screen, where you can choose to hunt in
one of four distinct regions. Each environment provides a diverse landscape, so you can pick the region that suits your taste for hunting at that
particular time. Each region approximates one or two square miles of
land in a unique hunting area.
Bretagne, France
A partially cloudy morning in the wilds of
Oregon. Evergreens hedge and dot lush meadows, while stone-capped rises provide excellent
vantage points from which to view the region.
Black Forest, Germany
A late afternoon hunt in the arid ridges and
valleys of Idaho. Visibility is limited in this
rocky terrain, and coyotes or other deer can
be hiding around every corner.
Brings you to the Score Menu, where you can review and compare the
trophies and kills of all players. For more details, see below.
Quit
Exits the game and returns you to your Windows desktop.
Recipes
Opens to a list of venison recipes by master chef Hans DÕAlessio.
Score Menu
The Score Menu keeps track of kills and accuracy for up to four Hunters.
When you start a Hunt, any kills are added to the currently selected
HunterÕs score. If no Hunter has been selected, when you start a Hunt,
you are prompted to enter a name and that name is added to the list.
To add a new hunter to the list, click on an Empty slot, type your name
in the box on the right and press Enter. To delete a Hunter from the list,
select a name, then click on the red Delete symbol on the right side of
the screen.
Minnesota, US
An overcast day in a tree-lined valley in the
midst of the Appalachian Mountains. The primarily flat ground allows you to spot deer from great
distances, but careful planning will be needed to
approach them without being
seen yourself.
Delete Hunter
Alberta, Canada
A late afternoon hunt in the arid ridges and
valleys of Idaho. Visibility is limited in this
rocky terrain, and coyotes or other deer can be
hiding around every corner.
Return to Main Menu
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Game Window
The Game Window shows you the world through the hunterÕs eyes. As
you look and move around the region, the window view moves accordingly. The controls in OPENING WEEKEND: DEER SEASON are very simple. The following sections cover the various actions and the keys to
control those actions. As well, in the frame surrounding the view, many
of the most common key commands are described and labeled. A comprehensive listing of game controls can be found in the Game Controls
Summary on page 16. To exit the Game Window and return to the Main
Menu, press Esc at any time.
Scroll Through Trophies
Looking Around
Return to Main Menu
To review the scores for a Hunter, click on a name in the Select Hunter
box, and click on Show Score. This brings up a screen giving that
hunterÕs Total Kills. By clicking on the right and left arrow buttons below
the Trophies box, you can scroll through the different animals that hunter
has killed. A Description of each is given to the right of the deerÕs representation, along with the Location where that buck or doe was shot.
To clear that HunterÕs score, click on the Reset Score button at the bottom of the screen.
When you are done reviewing that HunterÕs score, click on Back to
return to the Main Menu.
You can use either the mouse or the keyboard to look around. The
PageUp and PageDown keys (9 and 3 on the numeric keypad) allow
you to look up or down. The left and right arrow keys (4 and 6 on the
numeric keypad) turn you left and right. If you use the mouse, moving
it away from you shifts the view up, and toward shifts the view down,
while moving the mouse to either side turns you in that direction.
An aiming reticle (small red crosshairs) appears in the center of the
screen. Adjust your aim by using these same controls.
Binoculars give you the ability to see further than is possible with the
naked eye. Using the binoculars, you can spot animals from great distances. You can raise the binoculars to your eyes by pressing F5. Use
the + and - keys on the keyboard to zoom in and out. Lower the binoculars by pressing F5 again.
Movement
You can use either E, D, W and R or the arrow keys (8, 2, 4 and 6 on
the numeric keypad) allow you to move forward and backward and turn
left and right. To move in the direction you are facing, press and hold E
or the up arrow key. To move opposite the direction you are facing,
press D or the down arrow key.
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Since you move relative to the direction you are facing, you can change
direction by shifting where you are looking.
Occasionally you will need to move quickly, like when avoiding a charging mountain
lion! When you need to move quickly,
press and hold down either the A or Shift
key while moving. You can also jump, to
see over rises and other obstacles, by pressing T or Home (7 on the numeric keypad).
Deer tend to have excellent hearing, and
are alert to sudden movements. You can
sneak around, moving slower and more
quietly, by pressing and holding the Space
Bar while moving. You can also lower
your profile and improve your chances of
sneaking up on a deer by pressing the End
key (1 on the numeric keypad), which
lowers you into a crouch. Hold down this
key to remain crouched.
The best way to control
the virtual hunter is by
using a combination of
keyboard and mouse.
Place your hand on the
mouse and your other
hand on the arrows on
the keyboard. Use the
up and down arrows to
move forward and
backward while using
the mouse to turn and
look up and down. It
takes some practice to
get used to this
coordinated movement,
but it allows you to
move and aim very
quickly.
Using a Weapon
When you first enter the hunting region, your weapon is raised. You an
lower your weapon at any time by pressing F4. You can raise the
weapon at any time by pressing F4 again.
To fire a raised weapon, press the Ctrl key or press the left mouse button. The weapon fires once for each time you press the key. In the
upper left corner of the Game Window is the ammo counter. This
shows how much ammunition is left in your weapon and decreases
with each shot. When you run out of ammunition, you must exit the
hunt (hit Esc to return to the Main Menu) and select your weapon and
region for a new hunt.
Each weapon has a different range and ammunition, see the Weapons
section beginning on page 10 for detailed information.
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If you are equipped with a long-range weapon, you may want to use a
scope to improve your aim. Deer can be hard to see at greater distances. To
use the scope, first raise the weapon and then press F1 or the Right mouse
button. Use the + and - keys to zoom the scope appropriately. To remove
the scope, press F1 again. Note that you cannot lower your weapon while
looking through the scopeÑyou must first remove the scope.
Depending on the type of weapon you are using, it may take
more than one shot to drop a deer. Take your time and choose
your shots wisely. DonÕt be hesitant to use the scope if you are
taking aim at a distant target.
Your First Hunt
This section is provided to give you a quick start in hunting with OPENING
WEEKEND: DEER SEASON. For details on options and techniques presented
in this section, see the appropriate section of the manual.
Starting the Game and Entering a Hunt
1. Start OPENING WEEKEND: DEER SEASON by clicking the appropriate
icon in the 3D Hunting program group of the Windows Start menu.
2. From the Main Menu, select the weapon you want to use, and the
region you want to hunt in.
3. Click on Hunt to enter the selected region.
Looking for Signs of Deer
1. Once you are in the environment, slowly turn in a circle, looking for
animals in the immediate vicinity. If you spot one, jump ahead to
the Getting a Shot section.
2. Notice the wind direction and move into or at right angles to the
wind, looking for signs of deer (usually droppings).
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3. If you find an signs, drop a marker (F2) and continue moving perpendicularly to the wind until you find other signs of deer. DonÕt forget to use PageUp / PageDown or the mouse to look up and down.
4. Once youÕve found a second sign of deer, look around for your last
marker. Imagine a line between your current location and that marker. The line indicates a possible deer path.
5. You can follow that path, looking for more signs of deer, or you can
find a suitable spot upwind from the path to sit and wait for a deer.
If you decide to wait, crouch down, put on camo, or hide behind
foliage to avoid scaring the deer.
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After a Kill
The other deer in the environment remain active even after you have
killed one. Note however that if you use a gun, it may be difficult to
find more deer because the noise frightens them off. If you hunt with a
bow, deer are less likely to flee the area. After killing an animal, continue hunting the other deer in the region until you run out of ammo.
When your ammunition is used up, or you tire of hunting, press Esc to
return to the Main Menu.
Becoming an Expert Hunter
Getting a Shot
If you have
dif ficulty
finding deer,
you can
press M to
enable deer
pointers.
Arr ows will
appear in
the sky
above the
locations of
deer.
1. Once you spot a deer you must get close
enough for your current weapon to hit it. See
the Weapons section starting on page 10 for
actual ranges.
2. Observe the foliage around the animal and
determine the best place to take a shot, whether
it is from a nearby ridge, a tree, or simply a few
yards closer. Keep the wind direction in mind.
3. Using the deer call can sometimes draw deer
closer to your location.
3. If the call doesnÕt work, approach the deer in
spurts, occasionally stopping to watch its reaction.
4. When the animal is within range, jump to the
Taking the Shot section.
Taking the Shot
1. When the animal is within range, raise your weapon (F4) and
optionally use the scope (F1 or Right-click).
2. Position the sights or cross hairs on the deerÕs center of mass,
generally in the chest region. Use the mouse when aiming to be
more precise.
3. Fire (Ctrl or Left-click) when you have a clean shot, but be ready to
quickly adjust your aim and shoot again to ensure a kill.
The keys to becoming an expert hunter are simple: know your weapons
and equipment, know your prey, develop patience and practice your aim.
Weapons
There are seven weapons to choose from in DEER SEASON. The weapon
you choose determines how close you have to be for a kill, and hence,
how skilled you need to be as a hunter and tracker. Below are given
details on the weapons, so you can judge their relative effectiveness.
7mm Mag Bolt-Action Rifle
Damage:
High
Range: Long
This gun fires a large, extremely high
velocity bullet. The bolt-action configuration makes it slightly slower on
the reload, but each shot packs enough of a punch to take out a large
buck from the limits of your sightÕs range.
300 Win Mag Lever-Action Rifle
Damage:
High
Range: Long
This high powered, lever-actioned rifle has a somewhat faster reload
time than the bolt-action rifle, but comparable range and stopping power.
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30-30 Lever-Action Rifle
Damage:
Medium
Range: Long
Shotgun
High
Range: Medium
A lightweight, low recoil gun, with a smooth bore. Shotguns are loaded
with a cartridge containing a large slug for deer hunting. Although the
range isnÕt as great as that of a hunting rifle, the bullet has a great deal
of force behind it and can take out a
large deer with one shot.
Crossbow
Damage:
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Compound Bow
This gunÕs cartridge has a little less powder, and as a result, fires a bullet with slightly less force and accuracy than the 300 Win Mag. The difference in range is barely noticeable, but
larger bucks may not be felled by a single
shot from this rifle.
Damage:
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Range: Long
Modern crossbows easily have the range and stopping
power of a common rifle. Reload time is slow in
comparison, but deers are unlikely to spook at the
sound, allowing you to fire at multiple targets. In
addition, you are allowed to wear camouflage
while bow hunting, making the stalking process
easier.
Damage:
Medium
Range: Medium
Compound bows still require a great deal of strength and
stealth, but their power and range have been increased by a
system of pulleys.
Hunting Accessories
OPENING WEEKEND: DEER SEASON provides several accessories for you to take on your virtual hunt. These items are
always with you; you do not have to select them before you
begin hunting. However, you can choose not to use these items if you
want to make your hunt more challenging.
Binoculars
Binoculars give you the ability to see further than possible with the
naked eye. Using the binoculars, you can spot deer traces and even live
deer from great distances. Press F5 to look through your binoculars.
Use the + and - keys on the keyboard to zoom in and out.
Camouflage
Camouflage helps you conceal yourself in the natural terrain around
you. Using camouflage, you are all but invisible to the keen eyes of the
deer. However, since it is illegal to wear camouflage while hunting with
a gun, camo is only available when bow hunting. If you are using a
bow, press F12 to suit up in camo.
Wind Indicator
Longbow
Damage:
Medium
Range: Short
The ultimate test of stalking skill is to hunt with a long bow.
Range is limited by the strength in your arms, forcing you to get
very close to your target.
The direction of the wind is always shown by the indicator in the
upper right of the hunting window. Use this indicator to help you
determine the correct angle to approach a deer. Note that if the wind
is blowing toward the deer it will be able to smell you from
longer distances, while having the wind blow toward you
will impede the ability of the deer to smell you, even at
close range.
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Scent Mask
If you need to approach a deer more closely, but the wind is unfavorable, you can use this chemical which masks your scent by pressing F3.
This trick usually prevents a deer from bolting immediately, but they
may still flee if they spy suspicious movement, or you make a lot of
noise. Keep in mind that the chemical used wears off quickly. A message at the top of the screen notifies you when it fades.
Deer Call
Deer can sometimes be lured closer to a hunterÕs position by using a
call (press F9). These calls simulate many sounds; a femaleÕs mating
call brings bucks, while the sound of a frightened fawn draws does. Use
a call from a position downwind from the deer, while you are concealed
from immediate sight for best effect.
About the Deer
Deer are graceful, grass-eating hoofed mammals, which
are found worldwide, and come in many varieties distinguished by their size and the color of their fur.
Antlers, bony outgrowths of the skull used as weapons
during the breeding season, develop in males (bucks) and
are shed and renewed annually. The greater the number of tines,
or points, on the antlers, the older the buck. Only the swift and cunning
survive, so the succesful hunting of a deer with a large rack of antlers
can be quite a feat.
Finding Deer
At the start of each hunt, your chosen region is populated
with both bucks and does of various ages. The animals
all behave realistically, stopping to eat, drink, or simply roam around
the landscape. While wandering around the region, you can mark
important areas by pressing F2. A pole with a yellow flag will appear in
the environment at your current location. Use these markers to designate
areas where you have seen deer or droppings. You can use the markers
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to determine a likely path that the deer may be following, or if you hide
and wait nearby, you can use the markers to judge whether you have a
clear line of fire, and whether you are inside your weaponÕs range.
Avoiding Detection
One of the keys to successful hunting is patience. It is much easier to
bulls-eye a deer from twenty feet than twenty yards. If you are using a
weapon with a severely limited range, the art of moving stealthily is vital.
Deer can notice slight movements and generally perceive sudden movement as a distinct threat. Your best bet is to observe from a distance
with the binoculars. Staying on high ground will help you spot distant
deer and identify the best path to approach them. When moving in for
the kill, try to use natural terrain to block the animalÕs sight until you
get close enough for the kill. You can stay in a crouch (hold down the
End key while moving forward or backward) to make yourself less visible, but it is difficult to aim while in this position.
Sudden and sharp noises will alert nearby deer to your presence.
Unfortunately, the environment in OPENING WEEKEND: DEER SEASON tends
to compel you to move around. Move slowly, or even sneak (hold down
the Space Bar while moving) when you know there are deer in the area.
If a deer realizes you are there, be prepared for it to ignore you, run away,
or even charge you. Large bucks have been known to gore or trample
careless hunters. If a deer charges you, and you arenÕt sure of a shot, you
can try running away (hold down the A or Shift key while moving). Keep
in mind that there are several animals in each areaÑstay alert to avoid
having one deer take you by surprise while you are stalking another.
Improving Your Accuracy
The only way to improve at anything is to practice. If
you really want to work on your aim, shoot at the
abundant squirrel population, first with, then without a scope. When you
can bulls-eye squirrels at the limit of your weaponÕs range, without a
scope, youÕll know youÕve become an expert marksman.
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Tips From Expert Hunters
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Try ÔleadingÕ your target. If a deer is running across your field of
view, take note of how fast it is moving, and aim slightly in front of
the animal.
You may wish to change into camo (F12), or apply chemicals to
mask your scent (F9) to avoid detection when stalking a deer.
Avoiding open areas where you can be easily spotted by your prey
is also recommended.
Depending on the type of weapon you are using, it may take more
than one shot to drop a deer. Take your time and choose your shots
wisely. DonÕt be hesitant to use the scope if you are taking aim at a
distant target.
When deer are eating, they stand still, use this to your advantage.
Watching wind direction is very important. Get used to checking the
indicator often, especially when approaching a deer.
If you have difficulty finding deer, you can press M to enable deer
pointers. Arrows will appear in the sky above the locations of deer.
DonÕt take ÔpracticeÕ shots. The loud report of gunfire will scare
away the deer.
Game Controls Summary
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DEER SEASON Game Controls Summary
Key Command
Action(s)
E or Up Arrow or NumPad 8
Move Forward
D or Down Arrow or NumPad 2 Move Backward
W or Left Arrow or NumPad 4 Turn Left
R or Right Arrow or NumPad 6 Turn Right
S / F or < / >
Sidestep Left / Right
T or Home or NumPad 7
Jump
End or NumPad 1
Crouch (hold to stay crouched)
A or Shift + Direction
Run
Space Bar + Direction
Sneak
F4
Raise / Lower Weapon
Ctrl
Fire weapon (weapon must be raised)
F1
Raise / Lower Scope (weapon must be raised)
F5
Raise / Lower Binoculars
+/Zoom Binoculars and Scope
Page Up or NumPad 9
Look Up
Page Down or NumPad 3
Look Down
F2
Place Marker
F3
Mask Scent
F9
Call Deer
F12
Wear Camouflage (must be hunting with bow)
M
Locate Deer
P
Power Running Mode
F6
Take Picture of Current Screen
F7
Change Display Resolution
Esc
Quit Hunt and Return to Main Menu
Mouse Command
Move Left
Move Right
Move Away From You
Move Toward You
Left Button
Right Button
Action(s)
Moves View / Aim Left
Moves View / Aim Right
Moves View / Aim Up
Moves View / Aim Down
Fires Weapon (weapon must be raised)
Raise / Lower Scope (weapon must be raised)
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
This section provides information that should help you solve some common technical problems.
System Requirements
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Sound and Video Cards
Some sound and/or video cards are not supported by Windows and
DirectX. If you do not have one of the following Sound or Video cards,
the game may not work.
DirectX Supported Sound Cards: Banshee, Creative Labs, Sound
Blaster, Yamaha
Please be sure your system meets the following requirements:
¥Pentium 233 MHz IBM PC or compatible (266MHz Recommended)
¥32 MB of RAM (64 MB Recommended)
¥Windows¨ 95 or 98 - NOTE: This game cannot be played on
Windows¨ NT systems. Multitasking is not recommended when
playing OPENING WEEKEND: DEER SEASON.
¥An Uncompressed hard drive with 60MB free
¥4X CD-ROM drive or faster (8X Recommended)
¥16-Bit Windows compatible sound device
¥16-Bit Color and PCI Bus 3D graphics accelerator (2nd Generation
PCI Bus or AGP 3D accelerator Recommended)
In addition to the basic system requirements, the game requires that
DirectX 6.1 be installed to your hard drive. The option to install
DirectX 6.1 appears during the game installation. At the end of installation, you are prompted to register DEER SEASON electronically.
Copy Protection
In order to play OPENING WEEKEND: DEER SEASON, the original game
CD must be in the CD-ROM drive.
Uninstalling the Game
To uninstall the game, select that option from the Autorun menu, or choose
Settings from the Start menu, and select Control Panel. In the Control Panel,
select Add/Remove Programs, left-click on OPENING WEEKEND: DEER
SEASON, and click on the Add/Remove button. The game and all of its components are removed from your hard drive, except for your saved scores.
DirectX Supported Video Cards: ATI, Diamond, Matrox, NVIDA, S3,
Voodoo
Graphics Problems
If you are having difficulties with the graphics in the game (blurred or
pixelated textures, shadows, colors, etc.) first be sure that your graphics
card meets the minimum system requirements, and that it is DirectX 6.1
compatible. If you meet all requirements, but the graphic glitches persist, you may not have the latest drivers for your card. These can often
be downloaded directly from the manufacturerÕs website, or by contacting their technical support.
If your graphics and gameplay are slow, but otherwise fine, reducing the
screen resolution by toggling through the choices (400x300, 512x384,
640x480, and 800x600) with the F7 key, usually solves the problem. If
you continue to have difficulty running the game satisfactorily, check to
make sure your system fulfills the minimum requirements.
DirectX 6.1 Setup
This game requires DirectX 6.1 or higher. If you do not have DirectX
6.1, it can be installed or reinstalled from the CD. Installing DirectX 6.1
is an option when installing the game. It can also be installed by exploring the game CD, and opening the DirectX folder. Double click on
Dxsetup.exe to start the DirectX 6.1 install. Using either the Install DirectX
6 button from the Autorun menu or Dxsetup.exe, you can install DirectX
6.1, reinstall DirectX 6.1, test your drivers certification, or reinstate
your previous audio and video drivers.
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DirectX Disclaimer and License
OPENING WEEKEND: DEER SEASON utilizes MicrosoftÕs DirectX sound
and video drivers. DirectX is a programming tool created by Microsoft,
and the installation of DirectX may cause video problems and system
anomalies with computers using video drivers that arenÕt DirectX compliant. DirectX is a Microsoft product, and as such, The Learning
Company cannot be responsible for changes that might occur to your
computer system due to its installation. For DirectX related problems
that cannot be fixed by updating to your video cardÕs latest Windows
driver set, you must contact either Microsoft or the manufacturer of
your video card for further technical support or service.
Microsoft retains all intellectual property rights to DirectX. The user has
been granted a limited license to use DirectX with Microsoft operating
system products.
Verifying DirectX Video/Sound Card Drivers
To verify that your sound and video drivers are DirectX 6.1 certified,
follow these steps: Click on the Windows Start button (usually found in
the lower-left corner of your screen). Click on Run. In the open field
type the command: C:\program files\directx\setup\dxinfo.exe then click on
OK. Make sure all drivers say Certified next to them.
If any of your drivers are not DirectX certified you should contact the
hardware manufacturer and see if they have certified DirectX 6.1 drivers.
Reinstalling Windows Video Drivers
If you find that there is a problem with your display after you have
installed DirectX 6.1 you can reinstall your old video drivers by following these instructions: Click on the Windows Start button and click on
Run. In the open field type the command: C:\program
files\directx\setup\dxsetup.exe then click on OK. Click on the Restore
Display Drivers button. This may require that you have the disk containing your original drivers.
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Contacting Technical Support
If you are having problems, please consult the rest of this Troubleshooting section before contacting The Learning Company Technical
Support. WeÕve put many of the solutions to the most common problems in this area. If you are sure that you meet the OPENING WEEKEND:
DEER SEASON system requirements and the game still does not run,
please make certain that you are using the latest drivers for your system.
The Learning Company technical support department is available to
assist you with any issues regarding the product you purchased.
Technical support can be reached via e-mail, U.S. mail, fax, or phone.
The technical staff supports the entire family line of products from The
Learning Company.
When contacting technical support, please provide as much information
as you can about your computer system and the problem you are experiencing. The following information is necessary to providing you with
technical assistance:
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Your first and last name.
Phone number, fax number, mailing address and e-mail address.
Name of the product, version, platform and format. Example:
OPENING WEEKEND: DEER SEASON/version 1.0/Windows 95/98/CDROM
A brief description of your problem.
Type of computer including name brand. (Mac or PC) If you cannot
find the name of your computer say IBM PC Clone. Example: Dell
PC Pentium 200 MHz
Amount of memory. Example: 64 MB of RAM
Size of hard disk. Example: 12 GB hard disk
Type of video card. Example: ATI Matrox Milenia 8 MB video card
Type of CD-ROM Drive. Example: 4x Panasonic CD drive
Type of DVD-ROM. Example: 2nd generation Phillips DVD-ROM drive
Type of Sound Card. Example: Creative Labs 16 bit sound card
If using a network please mention the type of network being used.
Modem type and speed. Example: US Robotics 56K Flex internal modem
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Version of Windows or Macintosh operating system.
If you are having a printing problem specify the name, make, and
model of the printer you are using. Example: HP Deskjet 870 CSI
Check our Web site, http://www.learningco.com, for answers to frequently asked questions and other technical support information. Go to the
Support section to get FAQs, downloads, patches, and other useful files.
Technical Support Call Center
24 Hour Automated 800 Support: (800) 409- 1497
This service allows our customers to find commonly asked questions to
products and their answers free of charge.
24 Hour Technical Support Fax Line: (319) 395-9600
Main Technical Support Number: (319) 247-3333
Technical support representatives are available between 9:00AM and
9:00PM Central Standard time, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). Please be at your computer when you call.
Online Technical Support
Technical Support E-mail Address: [email protected]
Online Technical Library: www.learningco.com/support
If the game about which you are inquiring has been out for more than
90 days, youÕll want to visit the Web site to be sure you are running the
latest version of the game before contacting Technical Support.
Mailing Address
The Learning Company
1700 Progress Drive
PO Box 100
Hiawatha, IA 52233-0100 USA
Attn: OPENING WEEKEND: DEER SEASON
Note: When corresponding via mail please include the information
requested above.
Credits
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Credits
ManMachine Team
AI and Scripting:
Parser:
3D Engine:
2D Art:
Seth Robinson
Volker Kleiper
JC Lotter
Justin Martin, Zak Donelly, Paul
Adarr
3D -Models:
Cabbott Sanders
3D-Weapons:
DUB Media Inc.
Level Design:
Paul Addarr, Andreas Vahsen
Hunting Consultant:
Curtis La Bansky
Project Manager, Game Design: Andreas Vahsen
Special Thanks to:
Steve Schaefer,Kelly Marshall and
Benjamin Milstead and Macmillan
Digital Publishing.
The Learning Company
Executive Producer:
Andrew Pedersen
Producer:
Jeff M. Pena
Production Assistant:
David L. Yen
Multimedia Production:
Mario Alves
Data Manager:
Jeremy Campbell
Install Programmer:
Brian Fitz
Test Manager:
Jeff Franks
Test:
T. Melton, Dustin Hendricks
Manual Author:
Anathea Lopez
Executive Vice President:
Chuck Kroegel
Vice President of R&D:
Jan Lindner
Senior Vice President Marketing: Caryn Mical
Marketing Manager/Director:
Todd Sitrin
PR Director:
Karen "KC" Conroe
Support Personnel:
Andrea Akmenkains, Sarah Taylor
Layout and DTP:
Epicentric
QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS?
If you encounter disk or system related problems you can reach us through several methods:
Telephone (319) 247-3333 between 9:00am and 9:00pm Central Standard time, Monday through
Friday, holidays excluded, Tech Support Fax: (319) 395-9600 Attn: Technical Support, calling our
automated services at (800) 409- 1497, Filling out our online support form at:
http://store.learningco.com/dev/support_form.asp (or the gameÕs web page, which is listed in the
manual), Email: [email protected] (please list the gameÕs name as the messageÕs subject), You
can also write to us at The Learning Company, Attn: Technical Support, 1700 Progress Drive, PO Box
100, Hiawatha, IA 52233-0100 USA (include a self-addressed, stamped envelope for reply).
THE LEARNING COMPANY LIMITED WARRANTY
The Learning Company and its parent company and all affiliates warrants that the diskette(s) on which the
enclosed program is recorded will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 90 days
from the date of purchase. If within 90 days of purchase the media prove defective in any way, you may
return the media to The Learning Company, Attn: Returns, 1700 Progress Drive, PO Box 100, Hiawatha,
IA 52233-0100 USA. Please include a copy of your sales receipt, packaging slip or invoice, along with
a brief note of explanation as to why you are returning your program.
THE LEARNING COMPANY MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT
TO THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM RECORDED ON THE CD OR DISKETTE OR THE GAME DESCRIBED IN
THIS RULE BOOK, THEIR QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE PROGRAM AND GAME ARE SOLD ÒAS IS.Ó THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THEIR
QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE IS WITH THE BUYER. IN NO EVENT WILL THE LEARNING COMPANY BE
LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY
DEFECT IN THE PROGRAM OR GAME, OR FOR LOST DATA RESULTING IN ANY WAY FROM USE OF THE
PROGRAM OR GAME, IN ALL CASES EVEN IF THE LEARNING COMPANY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.) THE LEARNING COMPANY FURTHER EXCLUDES
AND DISCLAIMS, AND THE LICENSEE HEREBY WAIVES, ANY AND ALL PROVISIONS EITHER PRESENTLY
EXISTING OR AS AMENDED IN THAT CERTAIN INTERNATIONAL SALE OF GOODS CONVENTION OF
JANUARY 1, 1988, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, THEREIN.
The enclosed software program and this manual are copyrighted. All rights are reserved. This manual may
not be copied, photographed, reproduced, or translated or reduced to any electrical medium or machinereadable form, in whole or in part, without prior written consent from The Learning Company. The program
accompanying this manual may be copied, by the original purchaser only, as necessary for use on the
computer for which it was purchased. Any persons reproducing any portion of this book for any reason, in
any media, shall be guilty of copyright violation and subject to the appropriate civil or criminal action at the
discretion of the copyright.
Copyright 1999 TLC Multimedia Inc. and its affiliates and its licensors, and ManMachine Games. All
rights reserved. Opening Weekend: Deer Season is a trademark of TLC Multimedia Inc. Windows is a
registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks
and registered trademarks are the property of their respective holders. Use of this product is subject to
the acceptance of the license agreement and limited warranty contained inside this package.
Made in USA.
Not for distribution in the European Union or the United Kingdom.