Pop the Wheezil

Pop the Wheezil
Developer: Ground Zero Software Publisher: Ground Zero Software Platforms: Mac OS Classic, Mac OS X Released internationally: November 6, 2003 This game has hidden development-related text. This game has revisional differences.

Pop the Wheezil is an upside-down Columns with many complications, such as tempting Arkanoid-style powerups to catch—which might actually hinder you depending on context. Split-second situational awareness is demanded, and that's not even getting into the two-window modes.

Expiration Notice

ALRT 170 concerns an outdated test release.

Official Revision History

Version 1.0.1 (December 11, 2003)

• Removed version string from inside game screen.
• Fixed potential crash in game, especially in Jaguar and Panther (Mac OS 10.3).
• Fixed potential crash in the Challenge game.
• Fixed problem with balloons not popping in challenge game.
• Added ability to get to help screens when paused.
• Made places with two "C" starting buttons have only one "C" (i.e. hit "O" to access competition).
• Can now hit "R" key to access register screen (when on main screen).

Version 1.0.2 (June 4, 2004)

• Improved on the game play for single player games.
• Improved the controls selection and added capability for game controllers.
• Added game descriptions on menu.
• Reduced the price of the game.

Version 1.0.3 (August 16, 2004)

• Fixed a bug in the registration code.
• Improved on the "Challenge" game play.

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