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*         COVERT OPERATIONS - A DOOM2 SPECIAL FORCES CONVERSION           *
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Filename  : COVERT.ZIP
Version   : 1.0
Released  : September 2000
Author    : Blackshadow Software
E-Mail    : ziggy@doomworld.com
Homepage  : www.doomworld.com/covert
Install   : Around 6 MB hard drive space

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*   Play Information   *
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Requires              : Pentium or better with 32 MB RAM
                        A registered version of Doom2
                        EDGE engine v1.24 (included)
			Windows 95
Single Player         : Yes
Cooperative 2-4 Player: No (multiplayer is currently not implemented in EDGE)
Cooperative 4-8 Player: No 
Deathmatch 2-4 Player : No 
Difficulty Settings   : Yes

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*  FEATURES   *
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Weapons:

	  Realistic weapons, including:

	  *  MK-23 9mm pistol;
	  *  Mossberg 590 shotgun;
	  *  Heckler & Koch MP5 (auto and triple burst);
	  *  Heckler & Koch MP5-SD (silenced version of MP5);
	  *  M-16 Assault Rifle / M-203 Rocket Launcher;
	  *  Hand Grenades; and
	  *  PSG-1 Snipers Rifle

	  Weapon features include:

	  *  authentic weapon reloading;
	  *  realistic sound effects;
	  *  telescopic zoom for PSG-1;
	  *  multiple fire modes on some weapons;
	  *  fully silenced Heckler & Koch MP5SD; 
	  *  realistic bouncing code for grenades; and
	  *  players and enemy weapons eject genuine shells

Enemies:

	  *  desert, arctic and jungle soldiers;
	  *  guard dogs;
	  *  enemy helicopter gunships;
	  *  enemy commandos;
	  *  opposition special forces snipers;
	  *  bazooka guys; and
	  *  terrorists

Gameplay Features:

	  *  in-game mission briefings; 
	  *  real-time "radio" messages;
	  *  night vision goggles;
	  *  breakable doors, walls and scenery;
	  *  ambient sound;
	  *  rocket smoke trails;
	  *  coloured lighting;
	  *  air support from friendly helicopters;
	  *  environmental effects such as snow; and
	  *  floor-on-floor (3D) levels

Missions:

	  *  varied missions, including training, counter-terrorist, 
	     hostage rescue, counter-narcotic, assassination and 
	     search & destroy scenarios;
	  *  jungle, urban, arctic and naval environments;
	  *  civilian hostages in all counter terrorist levels;
	  *  each map has 16 random combinations of enemies / hostages;
	  *  missions restart if too many hostages die;
	  *  new weapons and equipment for each mission

EDGE Engine:

	  *  Crosshairs, mlook, jumping, translucency, scripting, hi-colour
	     mode, higher resolutions, full in-game configuration, console,
	     POV Zoom and true 3D maps.	  

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*   WEAPONS   *
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	*  MK-23 9mm Pistol: In Covert Operations, it is an excellent close 
	   quarter weapon. It has an extremely high rate of fire, and reloads
	   after expending its 13 round magazine. A double tap will drop most
  	   enemies
           Select: Key 2

	*  Mossberg 590 shotgun: The Mossberg 590 is a 12-gauge, pump action 
	   shotgun - as used by the USA's Navy SEAL units. Shotguns are used 
	   by special forces units in situations where a light, powerful and
	   reliable "security" weapon is required. The shotgun is an 
	   extremely effective jungle warfare weapon, and is most lethal at 
	   short to mid-range.
           Select: Key 3

	*  Heckler & Koch MP5: The MP5 family of machine guns are standard 
	   issue in practically every counter-terrorist unit in the world. 
	   The HK MP5 has exceptional stopping power and accuracy up to 200 
	   metres. The precision, ease of use and multiple firing modes of 
	   the HK MP5 make it the only choice for counter-terrorism. In 
	   Covert Ops, you'll have the opportunity to use auto and 
	   "triple-burst" HK MP5's. 
	
	   Auto: This variant can fire unlimited bursts, and automatically
           reloads after 30 shots.  
	   Select: Key 4 	

	   Tri-Burst: This semi-auto variant fires three tightly grouped 
	   shots for each trigger press. Like the auto version it reloads 
	   after 30 bullets have been expended.
	   Select: Key 4 

	*  Heckler & Koch MP5-SD: A completely silenced version of the MP5 
	   rifle. The SD is the ultimate covert counter-terrorist weapon.
	   The MP5-SD uses an integral flash and sound suppressor to make
           virtually no noise nor a muzzle flash. The only side-effect is
           reduced bullet velocity, and consequently, a slight decrease in 
	   hitting power. Apart from this, the MP5-SD is identical to the
  	   automatic MP5.

	*  M-16 Assault Rifle: This is the standard issue automatic rifle of 
	   many Western armies. The M-16 lays down a lot of 5.56mm, but is 
  	   rather unstable when firing. Like the vast majority of automatic
           weapons, rounds will "go high" if you fire in long bursts.
	   Nevertheless, the M-16 is a good choice for jungle or non-counter 
           terrorist missions. It has a very high rate of fire, and 
	   exceptional hitting power.
	   Select: Key 5

    	*  M-203 Rocket Launcher: The 203 is a short grenade launching 
	   attachment that is underslung on the barrel of a M-16. The 
	   203 propels highly explosive 40mm grenades with a great deal
	   of accuracy. The big advantage of the M-203 is that it gives 
	   soldiers additional combat power - while not being overly heavy
	   or complex to use. Care must be exercised when using this weapon
           in jungle missions as foliage can block missiles, causing them to 
	   explode unexpectedly.
	   Select: Key 5 (the 203 uses your secondary fire key)
  
	*  Hand Grenades: Very effective and versatile weapons, which are 
 	   aided by the 'mouselook' feature of EDGE. Grenades are often used
	   in hostage rescue missions as part of a distractive entry. 
	   Grenades can also be bounced down stairs, or around corners. Care 
  	   must be taken so the grenade does not bounce back at your feet.
	   Select: Key 6

	*  PSG-1 Rifle: The most expensive snipers rifle in production, each 
	   rifle costs around $10,000 US dollars. Due to its cost, the PSG is 
	   used only by elite police and special forces units. The PSG-1 is
 	   mainly a counter-terrorist weapon, due to a relatively short 
	   reach of 600m. The PSG has a five round magazine, and can deliver 
	   huge damage at long range. Once shot will instantly kill almost 
	   any enemy. The rifle also has a telescoping zoom feature, to make 
	   long distance sniping possible.
	   Select: Key 7

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*    CREDITS    *
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Sprites    : Sidearm Joe, Ziggy Gnarly, Stephen Browning

Weapons    : Ziggy Gnarly, Stephen Browning (M16 rifle graphics, Mossberg 
	     shotgun)

Maps       : Sidearm Joe (Maps 1,3,4,5,7,8,10,11,12,13)
             Kurt Kesler (Maps 6,9)
             Joe Zona (Map 2)

DDF Code   : Sidearm Joe and Ziggy Gnarly

RTS Coding : Ziggy Gnarly (with interference from Sidearm Joe)

Sound      : Most military and weapon sounds provided by Gooseman 

Textures   : Roger Ritenour
             Sidearm Joe 
             Ziggy Gnarly
	     Mike Lightner

Graphics   : Ziggy Gnarly

Additional Credits and special thanks: 

             The EDGE team
	     Marc Pullen
	     Gooseman	     
	     Mike Lightner
	     Joel Huenik (Helicopter graphics and sound)
	     Joe Zona (Jungle sprites and textures)

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*   Copyright / Permissions   *
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Authors MAY use this TC as a base to build additional WADs. Before
using the helicopter graphics, and the jungle sprites, sounds or textures
we suggest you contact Joel Huenik and Joe Zona respectively.

Authors MAY create and distribute add-on levels for Covert Operations. 

You MAY distribute this TC as long as you include all files intact and 
unchanged. Covert Operations is freeware and no money should be charged
for its distribution.

(c) Black Shadow Software 2000