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Subject: Re: Should I buy Hiarcs?

Author: Ralf Elvsén

Date: 19:22:44 07/04/00

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On July 04, 2000 at 21:30:17, Eric Tom wrote:

>Hi!
>
>I was thinking of buying Hiarcs but I hear there's a bug in it.  Is it serious?
>Cause I think it is an awesome engine.
>
>Thanks,
>Eric

It is not serious, just slightly annoying for nitpickers, and as Pete
pointed out, all programs have bugs. Hiarcs 7.32 is enjoyable because
it gives character to the games it plays, often
trying to take the initiative. Weather it succeeds or goes down in
flames, it is worth the money :) To watch it outmaneouver its opponent
by subtle means before the final destruction can be a joy. It is also
tactically very strong. I don't own other commercials, but from what
I have seen on this board, many of the others are more casual
and some are stronger. Personally I will
probably buy the next version of Hiarcs, whatever it will be called,
unless it gets unfavourable reviews.

So, if you want some fun, either by playing against it yourself, or watching
it take on other programs, Hiarcs can't be the wrong choise.

But you seem to have an opinion already?

Well, listen to other people as well...

Ralf




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