The shareware legend DemonStar comes soaring back with new game modes and revised gameplay. Originally published in 1997, DemonStar has earned the Computer Gaming World's "Shareware Game of the Year 1999" award..
v1.1 change log
Graphics:
• Moved framerate option to the Video Menu
• Added an option to change to lower resolution video mode
• Added an option to turn on and off pixel smoothing
• Changed the Mountain King logo to a new design
• Added a retro-style static effect for the high-score screen
• Fixed ground shadows not being on for some ground sprites
• Moved center Blue Shot so it is more visible
Sound:
• Added a warning sound for when the super shield is about to end.
Gameplay:
• Fixed a bug that prevented leaving the high-score screen
• Added an "Exit Menu" option as the default first item to avoid accidental aborts
• Fixed a issue of the homing angle of magnetic shot (Shot 4) was influenced by framerate
• Fixed the pilot message timing being shorter at higher FPS
• Made the magnetic shot (Shot 4) prioritize enemies with guns
• Reworked the shots unlocks in enhanced mode to be easier
Localization:
• Displayed the Chinese DemonStar logo, intro help message, and logo message when the Chinese keyboard is set