xtrojka6

Usage

xtrojka [-scores] [-help] [-debug] [X11 options]

Options

-scores

Display high-scores.

-help

Show a short help text.

-debug

Show a bunch of debug messages.

X options

Specifies the display on which xtrojka will be run. See X(1) for further details.

Overview

xtrojka is the X version of an old game called Trojka. It finally packs the thrills of Tetris and the combinations of Columns into one (I hope) attractive game.

The name Trojka is derived from the Russian word "Trojka", which means "three", or "triple". The aim of this game is to control and to place the falling blocks, so that at least three blocks horizontally or diagonally, or both, have matching patterns or colors. This sequence is then removed, and the above blocks will collapse. The latter sequence is repeated as long as there are matching patterns after each collapsion. A sequence of three immediate collapsions results in a socalled "Trojka", which is rewarded with bonus points. If you reach the top of the screen, the game is finished.

xtrojka is menu-controlled, so here comes a short description of the menu's.

TROJKA Menu

New game

start a new game. Your old game must be finished.

Abort game

finish a game by selecting this menu option.

Wizard

When this option is checked, you play in a socalled wizard mode. This means that combinations of blocks appear at the bottom of the screen. Only real Trojka wizards know how to cope with this. If you played in wizard mode, an asterisk will appear in the highscore list.

Slick

With this option you can choose between slick shadowed blocks, or unicolored blocks.

Quit

Well, this item quits the program.

SPEED Menu

With this menu you can select your favorite game speed. Beware, the speed will slowly increase, the longer you play. Once playing, you cannot switch back to a slower speed.

Preferences

The speed and preferences are automatically stored in your homedir under the name .xtrojka.prefs.bin. This is a binary file, it cannot be edited.

Keys

The falling blocks are controlled using the arrows, but of course you can also use the keys of the alltime favorite Vi-editor:

Files

/var/lib/games/xtrojka.scores

The xtrojka highscore file

.xtrojka.prefs.bin

The file in your homedir where the preferences are stored. This is a binary file which you cannot edit. The preferences have to be set from the menu.

Disclaimer

All brandnames listed are trademarks of their respective owners. See also the Copyright notice that comes with the source code.