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Darius Wey
06-27-2005, 05:00 PM
<div class='os_post_top_link'><a href='http://www.x50v.it/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=251&Itemid=68' target='_blank'>http://www.x50v.it/index.php?option...d=251&Itemid=68</a><br /><br /></div><i>"Unfortunately, there are still very few games on the market that take advantage of the X50v’s graphical accelerator. Luckily, a new game will be released soon, which will be able to make full use of the X50v’s potential: Virtual Pool 3 for Dell x50v. Many thanks to Celeris for the material they have provided."</i><br /><br /><img src="http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/images/web/2003/wey-20050628-VirtualPool.jpg" /><br /><br />Most of you should be familiar with the impressive graphical capabilities of the X50v. All it needs are games. Virtual Pool Mobile, which was a winner in Microsoft's Mobile2Market 2004 Contest, has entered a new beta phase for X50v compatibility. The game's performance on the X50v is stellar; <a href="http://www.x50v.it/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=251&Itemid=68">x50v.it</a> has further details on this.
Don't Panic!
06-27-2005, 05:50 PM
Those were some truly incredible screenshots.
chu0009
06-27-2005, 06:27 PM
I wonder how fast the rendering would be like while playing? The picture is impressive but would be horrible if you have to wait for a while for the images to render.
ADBrown
06-27-2005, 06:50 PM
I wonder how fast the rendering would be like while playing? The picture is impressive but would be horrible if you have to wait for a while for the images to render.

I haven't seen the game, but there shouldn't be any wait. The X50v has a full-scale 3D accelerator, with 16 MB video RAM, OpenGL ES support, the works. It should be smooth as silk.
rapidnet_rick
06-27-2005, 06:58 PM
I have this game on my SmartPhone)Imate SP3i. Looks great and plays great on that phone. Not sure whether it has any video acceleration or not...
Ward
06-27-2005, 07:17 PM
*slaps his credit card on the desk and waits impatiently*

:)
MerlinAZ
06-27-2005, 07:20 PM
I haven't seen in any other articles whether Celeris is going to have a price break for those of us who bought Virtual Pool Mobile.
Anyone hear/read anything on this?
I guess when it's released we'll know for sure.
powder2000
06-27-2005, 07:58 PM
I just put the demo on my x50v and it renders and moves around very smooth and fast. This game is sweet! I may have to purchase it, now to find some funds.
TheWolfen
06-27-2005, 08:15 PM
This is great news! I'm a big fan of the game, but haven't played it much since getting my X50v, since it wasn't VGA. It is a fantastic game that should be truly amazing in VGA. I can't wait!!!
silver99
06-27-2005, 08:46 PM
I just put the demo on my x50v and it renders and moves around very smooth and fast. This game is sweet! I may have to purchase it, now to find some funds.

Where's the link to download the VGA demo?
TheWolfen
06-27-2005, 09:06 PM
Where's the link to download the VGA demo?
There is no VGA demo yet - only the regular PPC version is out right now.
powder2000
06-27-2005, 10:05 PM
http://www.celeris.com/ftp/vpmPPCTrial106c.exe


I think I remember it saying something regarding the 2700 processor during installation.
TheWolfen
06-27-2005, 10:12 PM
No, it doesn't. While it still looks good, this is the non-VGA version. The article was based on a beta which has not been released to the public. The new version for the 2700 will be even better.
Darius Wey
06-28-2005, 02:21 AM
No, it doesn't. While it still looks good, this is the non-VGA version. The article was based on a beta which has not been released to the public. The new version for the 2700 will be even better.

If I recall correctly, it's not available for public download. If you're interested, you may have to shoot an email over to the folk at Celeris.
hidefguy
06-28-2005, 11:44 AM
I just put the demo on my x50v and it renders and moves around very smooth and fast. This game is sweet! I may have to purchase it, now to find some funds.

I concur - I've been beta testing this baby for a few weeks, and it's a simply stunning use of the x50v's accalerated 3D graphics capability - and a compulsive game to boot (I've ratched up $13k so far...)
Ken Mattern
06-28-2005, 02:08 PM
I have an old HP 5455 and don't use screen protectors. If you look there is a short line worn into the screen from using the cue stick. I play this game all the time.

Now I guess I'll have to suck up for the x50v just for this game! :?

I needed an excuse anyway. My wife wants the HP :lol: