The full event list is now updated and posted on the web site at http://concentricconventioncompany.com/Documents/Conception3/Events% 20Master%20All.xls You...
Hi, Joseph Poirier has designed and contributed a challenging new RB Player map depicting the US interstate highway system. If you've ever wanted to collect...
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Sep 6, 2006 12:00 am
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I just uploaded a new map/icons - Pennsylvania Rails. Feel free to try it out! On another note, my uncle and I have been unable to connect online. We both...
Hi Brian, Thanks for the EBP map, I'm sure people will be trying it. Apologies for the delayed reply as Yahoo had created a backlog of messages to the group...
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Sep 6, 2006 6:40 pm
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Joe: How do I get a copy of the schedule for the railroad games at the convention in Itasca on Oct 5th thru 8th?...
Let's get the map forum up and running at Railgame Fans. Two of us have now posted new maps--one of Pennsylvania, and one of Southern New England (CT, RI, MA)....
How about support for monitors that in portrait mode as opposed to landscape? How about some support for multiple monitors - say a screen with components that...
Thanks for the suggestions, replies below. ... Unless I'm misunderstanding, RBP already includes that: you can resize/reshape RBP's window to any allowed by...
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Sep 6, 2006 9:32 pm
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This site has a "Files" section where you can download free maps, created by other EB Players. This could be a great addition to the game, expanding its...
The Vintage Gamer ( http://www.thevintagegamer.net/ ) podcast #17 was devoted to Empire Builder, and many of the games in the Empire Builder series. You can...
... Nice work. I just tried it, and the game played well. PA has a good chance to become one of my favorite maps. However, this brought up a feature I'd like...
To do this, you can click on Zoom or tap the center 5 key of the numeric keypad. See EBP's "Map Use" help topic for more information on scrolling and zooming....
Steve Okonski
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Sep 7, 2006 3:42 pm
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Just a few suggestions off the top of my head... 1. If the map has focus, allow cursor arrows to move map around. 2. If the map has focus, allow mouse...
On a related note, I am working on a random map generator for EBP. We'll see how it goes. It's looking promising - hopefully have something in a week or so. ...
We just switched to a new service for sending out our electronic updates and learned that over 1100 have bounced. If you are looking for all of the updates for...
... convention in Itasca on Oct 5th thru 8th? Mike there is a flyer in the files section that lists all the rail games scheduled. Also you can follow this link...
... 1) When I unzipped the Pennsylvannia map, it said there was no demand card set with it. Could the person who uploaded that file make sure all the...
All - on a custom map for EBP I'm getting an error #5. The map I was using before the latest update worked okay. It happens whenever I start place my train...
... I'm seeing similar things. I just downloaded update 1.0.6, and playing on the standard map when I try to deliver a load I get: Run Time Error '5'; Invalid...
... Darryl, Have you tried the following for your error 339 (from the EB Player FAQ at http://www.railgamefans.com/ebp/ebpfaq.htm ) Q. I get "Run-time error...
Hmm, well, 1.0.6 works OK for us here. Anyone who experiences this error, please send us a saved game from immediately before the error. Before sending it to...
Steve Okonski
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Sep 17, 2006 6:42 pm
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Aha, we were able to duplicate and repair this problem. Turns out it occurred in very specific situations and was related to a change in Microsoft's compiler....
Steve Okonski
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Sep 17, 2006 7:49 pm
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We just learned today that people trying to call the Holiday INN toll free number to make reservations, for ConCeption Oct 5-8, are being told that the rates...
Thanks for the comments, Thomas. I've actually made a few other tweaks to the Southern New England map, and will take a look at your suggestions. The "fog"...
I've uploaded an updated map for PA Rails with demand cards. Sorry I forgot to include them. By the way, you can have the game automatically generate demand...
Thanks for the map, Brian. I know several people are developing more maps. A general note to all: when you distribute your map, do NOT include the map's .COR...
Steve Okonski
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Sep 23, 2006 6:52 pm
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I've repaired a few minor issues on the Southern New England rail games map (SNEMap). Please download it if you haven't tried it yet, and get Pennsylvania and...
Hey all. Just purchased EPB and EPBEdit as well as all the maps a few days ago and decided to take a stab at a new map and I have a question. Is it as...
Jason - the ocean coastline might be the most tedious part, but with a few tips, it shouldn't be too bad. The easiest way to erase a piece is via Shift+o....
Steve Okonski
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Sep 26, 2006 7:11 pm
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To the EBP creators/distributors: If one were to purchase an EBP license, are EBP software updates going forward (from say, version 1.0.6 to version 2.0 and...