v1.1 BETA of Over the Reich:

June 12, 1997
Big Time Software, Inc.

This patch updates *only* v1.01 of Over the Reich.  If you have the
original v1.0, you must first update to v1.01 using the patch available
on the Big Time web site.

This software is not an official release.  It is considered "public
beta" which means that it may contain bugs.  It is released to the
public in order to give people a chance to see the new features that
version 1.1 will offer while helping us locate and fix bugs before
the "official" v1.1 release.

In a few weeks, this patch will be replaced by the "official" v1.1
patch.  When that happens, we urge you to download the official patch
and install it as this beta patch will no longer be supported.

NOTE: The save-file format has changed, so you can't load old files.

If you find bugs, please contact Big Time Software by emailing us the
details at bugs@bigtimesoftware.com.




Changes in v1.1 of Over the Reich

* Pitch and vertical flight model is extensively reworked for greater
realism, including the effects of negative-G.

* Improved stability in internet play.

* Tour of duty pilot names can be changed.

* "Tailing" is easier to qualify for.

* High speed gives initiative bonus.

* Reinforcements arrive slightly less frequently, but when they do,
they come in right behind you - so it's wise to keep wingmen covering
your six.

* The dialog box for disengaging is more helpful.

* Messerschmitt Me-163 "Komet" rocket fighter now automatically runs
out of fuel on turn 40 (engines go idle) as, in real life, it literally
had only enough fuel for a couple minutes of dogfighting.

* Improved computer player.

* Turn modes have been altered slightly to correct a previous
miscalculation.

* You can now "play by email" in a fashion, by setting up a game as
though it's a two-player "hotseat" (sharing a computer) and then
saving the game when player 1's turn is over.  Then send the saved
file to player 2 who can load the file, play his turn, then save
and send the file back again.  It's a bit crude, but it works.

* The save-file format has changed, so you can't load old files.  So
don't update if you're in the middle of a big tour of duty game.

* And much more!
