v3 Arcade - Games Arcade & Challenge System [vB 3.0.3]

v3 Arcade [3.0.3]
Games Arcade for vB3
Game copyrights belong to their respective owners.
v3 Arcade - Copyright ?2004 John Warwick, All Rights Reserved.
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Arcade Verson: 1.0
vB Version: vBulletin 3.0.3
Author: John Warwick
Email: John[at]eovieinteractive.com
Site: www.v3arcade.com
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Updates
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1.0.0 - Initial release

1.0.1 - Bug fix update
? This release addressed a couple of small bugs. Information on fixing
these issues can be found in the FAQ. (Included in this zip.)

1.0.2 - Bug fixes and new features
? This release makes all games on the Arcade main page appear in the
order which they were installed, regardless of whether or not it has
been played. (With the newest games at the top.)
? It includes a
page navigation system, allowing users to browse games by page. By default, 10 games appear per page.
? There is also a new search feature, for finding games by name/description. (Accessible through the "Search" menu in the navigation bar.)
? This release should be less CPU intensive than previous versions.

1.0.3 - Bug fixes
? Security fixes

History & Hack Information
- So, what is the v3 Arcade?
The v3 Arcade is exactly what the name implies - an online games arcade that offers seamless integration with your vBulletin forum.

The v3 Arcade is the first of the new generation of vBulletin additions. Back from its roots, the v3 Arcade is the vBulletin 3 edition of my original Arcade written in late 2002 (not to be confused with futureal's 'ProArcade', which was written during the Arcade's beta phase).

v3 Arcade Features Include:
? Integrated Flash gaming for vBulletin 3
? Advanced leader board system
? FULL Mozilla/Netscape Compatibility
? Moderation abilities for Mods/Super Mods/Admins
? PM & Email notification for events
? Advanced statistics for all users
? A higher level of security
? "Arcade Challenges", 1-on-1 contests between users
? Arcade awards system
? Automated and manual score pruning tools

This installation comes loaded with the following games:
? Tetris
? Snake
? Asteroids
? Chopper Challenge
? Space Invaders

If you have the source (.FLA) for a game that you want to use in the v3 Arcade, you can send the required files to john@v3arcade.com for conversion. (Providing permission has been given by the original author.) Within a reasonable delay, I'll post the converted game and installation script on vBulletin.org.


Testing
Tested on vBulletin 3.0.3, across multiple unhacked installations.


Thanks to...
? Kura: For helping out with vB3 difficulties!
? Erwin: Whose vB2 Flash Player inspired the original hacks
? Paul Neave: For providing the source for 4 of the standard v3 Arcade games


IMPORTANT NOTES
? If you do install this hack, please click on the INSTALL button. There are going to be some updates for this which you're really not going to want to miss!
? Each Arcade page has an Eovie Interactive and Flash Player link at the bottom. This is optional, but greatly appreciated.
? You may have noticed that this release of the v3 Arcade is not fully phrased. To phrase the arcade would require well over a hundred phrases to be added, making for a lengthy installation process! Futures version of the v3 Arcade will be phrased, with a more automated installation.
? And don't forget - BACKUP BEFORE YOU INSTALL!


Regarding the "ProArcade"
There has been a lot of debate on vb.org recently about the ownership of hack "concepts". My original Arcade hack (on which the v3 Arcade is based), was a progression of the my vBTetris Leaderboard hack - both of which came about before the ProArcade. I've spoken to Erwin regarding this, and he can confirm that this has always been an independent development; hence the v3 Arcade was authorised for release.

Fixes
If you're installing the Arcade from scratch, there are no fixes or updates to be applied. Simply follow the instructions in Installation.txt.
If you've already installed the Arcade, make the changes in Updates.txt.

[Click HERE to view a list of released games and modifications!]

Demos/Add-Ons/Beta Testing
www.v3arcade.com

Download the v3 Arcade (1.0.3) here:

[John]

Originally Posted by ogden2k

So you choose not to add an uninstaller because it may be simple remove tables from a database... Some people may not be well versed in phpmyadmin...

Stunning... People like you make me regret releasing anything to the public.

If you screw up the installation, you can easily restore from the backups you should have made to begin with. Alternatively, if you want me to teach you how to remove tables from a database, I'll write a tutorial just for you.

[John]

I just want to point out that ogden2k edited his post before I replied, changing the quote. He edited it to remove arrogance, apparently.

[ogden2k]

Originally Posted by John

Stunning... People like you make me regret releasing anything to the public.

If you screw up the installation, you can easily restore from the backups you should have made to begin with. Alternatively, if you want me to teach you how to remove tables from a database, I'll write a tutorial just for you.

What I'm trying to say is, what if I or someone else decides they don't want the hack in the future (so restoring a backup is not an option) anymore? Yes, remove the PHP hacks, but what about the dead tables in the DB? I'm not complaining, this is a great hack. Just a request for an uninstaller.

[John]

Originally Posted by ogden2k

What I'm trying to say is, what if I or someone else decides they don't want the hack in the future (so restoring a backup is not an option) anymore? Yes, remove the PHP hacks, but what about the dead tables in the DB? I'm not complaining, this is a great hack. Just a request for an uninstaller.

There are numerous tutorials available on the net for removing database tables.

[ogden2k]

Originally Posted by John

There are numerous tutorials available on the net for removing database tables.

I understand your point, but the average user is not going to do this. Most hacks have an uninstaller that make things easier. This would just enhance your hack even more.

[John]

Originally Posted by ogden2k

I understand your point, but the average user is not going to do this. Most hacks have an uninstaller that make things easier. This would just enhance your hack even more.

Getting a little tired of this. If I choose to add an uninstaller, I will add an uninstaller.

It's not exactly a revolutionary concept - it comes down to whether I'd rather spend time on another Arcade add-on that everyone will enjoy, or instead work on something to save 0.1% of people from having a couple of redundant tables in their database.

[ogden2k]

Some people like to keep their DB clean. Oh well, I was hoping for an uninstaller.

[Owen]

Originally Posted by John

You've just pasted a bit of code... :\

with a question under it.... Maybe I should say that the code is in the member info template.

[trackpads]

Originally Posted by John

Getting a little tired of this. If I choose to add an uninstaller, I will add an uninstaller.

It's not exactly a revolutionary concept - it comes down to whether I'd rather spend time on another Arcade add-on that everyone will enjoy, or instead work on something to save 0.1% of people from having a couple of redundant tables in their database.

I agree, just use Phpmyadmin and remove the tables.... More games!!!

[John]

Originally Posted by ogden2k

Some people like to keep their DB clean. Oh well, I was hoping for an uninstaller.

Then code one, or keep on hoping.