pnFlashGames for PHPNuke v0.1plusplus(++) Released!
Date: Sunday, February 13 @ 14:47:17 CET
Topic: Modules


' Xbox-Hq Flash Games Module v0.1 Plus Plus (++) has been released... This is the VIP version which will have many more features then the free version '

VIP MEMBERS DOWNLOAD HERE:
http://xbox-hq.com/html/downloadsvip-cat144.html

YOU CAN SEE THE LATEST VERSION (++) working on Xbox-Hq.Com here:
http://xbox-hq.com/html/modules.php?name=Flash_Games

Note:
All non-vip users may still download the pnFlashGames v0.5beta free version at anytime.. If you require the additoinal support and extra features talked about in this news release you will require the ++ version.

VIP MEMBERS have full access to all ++ versions evertime they come out. You can become a trail VIP MEMBER from as little as $5 USD. Your donations will help with all future developments of the pnFlashGames module for phpnuke..

RELEASE NOTES:
Filename: FlashGames_v0.1plusplus(++).zip (VIP ONLY VERSION)
Date: 12th February, 2005 4:31pm
Written by: Kent Patfield
Website: http://www.xbox-hq.com

pnFlashGames Component Hi-Score Compatible Games:
Ok guys, ive gone to hrs and hrs of trouble to get this Flash_Games module working in conjunction with Lee Eason's pnFlashGames component and so far i have been very happy with the progress.

If your looking for games which are hi-score comptible with this module please become a member on Lee's website http://pnFlashGames.com so you can download all the free .SWF games you like.. Please note that some games are commercial games and you will need to purchase these from the links located on the website.

Whats Inside:
+ = New in this release
- = Existing from older release
* = Coming Soon

Flash Games Module:
- HiScore intergration using the pnFlashGames Component v1.0
- HiScore intergration using the pnFlashGames Component Older Versions
- Commercial Games not Working Yet
- All pnFlashGame enabled games will now work with phpnuke Flash_Games module
+ Anonymous users scores do not get saved.
+ Partner site with pnFlashGames as per Agreement with Lee Eason
+ Add Comments for each game (100%)
+ Displays Comments for each game (100%)
+ Displays Active Gamers
+ Displays Detailed Staticstics
+ Added Xbox-Hq Flash Games Module Logo + Phpnuke + pnFlashGames
in the footer of Flash Module. (100%) (this must not be removed ever)
+ Play Commercial Games (valid license key and domain name needed)
+ Send to a Friend Option to compete for hiscores with all your friends
* Play Java Games
* popup window for all games: 640x480, 800x600 etc
* my favorites
* my buddies
* Sort games by type in each category
* Show 10 pages per game in each category including next page links.
* affiliate tracking.. Allow other websites using the phpnuke XBOX-HQ FlashGames
module to send visitors to us that will be tracked.. We will also send traffic
back to their games module.. More like a topsite but for the phpnuke module only.
(great for new sites needing traffic)
* banners admin to display banners in the flashgames module.
You will be able to sell advertising space and place banners throughout the module.

Admin Interface:
- install main hiscore tables in phpnuke (+ samples) (100%)
+ install main comments tables in phpnuke (100%)
- Admin can delete any comment while browsing module (100%)
+ install active gamers (activeusers) tables in phpnuke (100%)
+ add/edit/delete any game
+ add/edit/delete any category
+ UPload new swf games, screenshots or cat images via admin module (http)
+ Fixed Admin module so only users who are SUPERUSER or are allowed access
to the Flash_Games module via the 'Edit Admin' Admin Module. It was allowing
users who have admin access to the downloads section to obtain access. (my bad)
+ Laid out the admin section so its much easier to use
+ Admin can turn on/off comments, statistics page, rating games from admin module.
+ Fixed table problems as mentioned by many users.

Known Bugs:
None that i could find.. If you find some please report them. Please remember i am a one man band on this project.

Installation Information:
This version is for phpnuke 7.5+ only..
Only VIP Members have access to it on the HQ site.

To become a VIP member just donate vip the paypal links on
the website and you will have automatic access once you payment
has been receive by paypal. You will then also have access to updates for
as long as your VIP Membership lasts.. Its that simple.

Learn more here:
http://www.xbox-hq.com/html/modules.php?name=VIP_Signup

If you want to install the Flash Games module on a previous version it will work fine but you will have to manually move the
rootmodulesFlash_Gamesadmin and configure it to work under the old admin system which is located here: ootadmin

Flash Games Installation for PHPNUKE:
** Always make a backup of your data before installation any modules. **

1) Unzip the module.

2) Copy file /!ROOT!/index.php to the root of your phpnuke installation
You will have to replace the existing index.php or your can edit the
one supplied to copy and paste code into your existing index.php.
All code is clearly commented. (IF YOU DO NOT INSTALL THIS FILE
FLASH GAMES using pnFlashGames Component v1.0 or higher will only work
and not older pnFlashGames)

3) Copy file /!ROOT!/includes/my_header.php to the /includes/ directory of you
phpnuke installation. You will have to replace the existing my_header.php or
you can edit the file supplied to copy and paste code into your existing
index.php. All code is clearly commented.

4) Insert the module into your phpnuke website
e.g. copy Whole Flash_Games Directory to rootmodules

5) Copy files and folders /!ROOT!/images/ to your phpnuke installation root
directory.

6) Now login to your site as administrator (superuser)..

7) Choose the 'modules' admin icon and activate the Flash_Games module by
clicking the activate link.. The module link should then show up in your
left hand navigation with your other active modules.

Go to admin menu and click on Flash Games Icon

9a) Click 'Create Database Tables'
9b) Are you sure screen will come up.. Select 'yes'

10) It will create all highscore tables, active users tables, flashgames tables,
comments tables, ratings tables and will also inject 1 sample (Bloody Pengu).

11) Now just add and remove games as you like using the admin system.

PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE OUR LOGOS FROM THE MODULE. I HAVE DONE MONTHS OF WORK ON
THIS PROJECT AND WOULD LIKE TO SEE MY NAME AND LOGO IN EVERY INSTALLATION.
* I AM THE ONLY PERSON WORKING ON THIS PROJECT!


DOWNLOAD pnFlashGames Compatible Games from here:
http://www.pnFlashGames.com
(* There are over 200 games currently supported)

Go play some games and get hi-scores..

Any bugs please post in the XBOX-HQ.COM Forums named 'Flash Games Project'.

FlashGames Project Forums on Xbox-Hq.Com:
http://xbox-hq.com/html/forum52.html

I will do my best to help you all with any sparetime i might have after work..
Im very busy over the next couple of months but come by the forums and ask.
If you become a VIP MEMBER you can use the VIP SUPPORT TICKET system 24hrs a day
for instant help.

VIP Support Ticket System is here:
http://xbox-hq.com/html/modules.php?name=VIP_Support

At the moment it sets a few categories and adds a sample game. I still have a little work to go but its looking good.

If you enjoy using my module please feel free to donate to the cause.. I have spent many months of my own spare time coding this for the phpnuke community so Im hoping you can all show your support and donate via paypal links on my http://www.xbox-hq.com website. VIP Members get instant help for my Flash Games module if needed.

Regards from Australia,

forahobby
http://www.xbox-hq.com

News-Source: http://www.xbox-hq.com
Forum Topic: http://xbox-hq.com/html/postx4992-0-0.html





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