Intersphere - News Release - LaZerWare™ Offers More Power

News Release

LaZerware™ Offers More Power for Laser Tag Centers

Des Moines, Iowa, USA - Intersphere USA today announced the release of version 6.0 of their LaZerware™ laser tag software.
"This sixth generation Lasertag control system has been developed with the input of operators and users from all over the world," said Todd Ferson, CEO of Intersphere LaserGames. "LaZerware™ 6.0 is truly the industry’s most advanced and capable laser tag control system. LaZerware™ 6.0 is written with the newest 32-bit Microsoft compilers to ensure maximum future compatibly and upgradability."

Version 6.0 improvements include:

1. New High-tech Look and Feel:

A highly modern and improved user interface dominates the screen with faster, improved graphics.

2. GateMaster Point of Sale Link:
Allows player and game data to be shared between LaZerware™ and GateMaster.

3. Integrated Effects Sounds:
Each special power and wall unit can be configured to play Windows wave files that seamlessly mix with the arena house music. Wall unit announcements can be played over the entire arena. Over 150 wave files are included; some examples are "Mega-Power awarded", "mission accomplished" and "cloaking device engaged."

4. Faster Real-Time Communication:
Allows for faster interaction between the players and the computer, thus increasing player satisfaction.

5. Increased User Options:
Laser tag center operators can employ more player options while customizing the games. Players can be given different powers and players’ down time can be adjusted. Complex games can be created for more experienced players.

6. Single LaZerware™ Install CD:
The software can be switched to upgrade the system and add packs without the need to buy or install new software. The entire package includes the LaZerware™ and all 150 wave files on a single CD-ROM for easy installation.

7. Increased Player Interaction:
Each wall unit can support three programs at a time and they can be designed to only interact with certain players or teams.

8. Streamlined EditGame:
The feature of the software that allows changes to the games, EditGame, is now more user-friendly. Less time is needed to learn to modify games and designing new games is easier.

9) Windows 95/98 Compatibility:
The new LaZerware™ 6.0 is completely compatible with both Windows 95 and 98.

10. Adaptive Communication:
If a pack or wall unit is not communicating as well as the others, the computer will talk to that pack more often, to ensure good communication between the player and the computer. This will result in more accurate scores, and even faster communication.

11. Backed-Up Memory Crash Guard:
The new Memory Crash Guard feature restores points, ammo, credits, and all mission data in the event of system failure, when the system is restarted. The system can be restarted without interrupting the game or the next scheduled mission.

About Intersphere LaserGames
Intersphere is a privately held international corporation headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, USA. 10 year old Intersphere is the leading provider of top-quality laser tag equipment and services for laser tag centers around the globe. The company's services integrate all aspects of launching a laser tag center: Assisting with planning, design, and layout; creating and constructing center themes; supplying a complete line of fixtures and furnishings; and installing computer systems to operate games and manage centers. Intersphere LaserGames products include LaZerware™ the leading game system, Mobile Wall System, the world-class arena system, and Starship Cargo, the affordable arena enhancement. The company can be found on the Web at http://www.lasertag.com.