		   * * * PIRATES GOLD VERSION 3 * * * 

This update contains the following files:

README.1ST
PKUNZJR.COM
UPDATE.BAT
PCX1616.EXE
BARMAID.FIX
MERCHANT.FIX
PIRPATCH.ZIP

To update PIRATES GOLD, copy these files to your PIRATES directory
(normally C:\MPS\PIRATES) using the DOS copy command.

Then, switch to the PIRATES directory (normally "CD\MPS\PIRATES")

Then, simply type UPDATE. 

NOTE: If you are the running 16-color version, you must fully 
reinstall the entire game from the original diskettes choosing 
the 256-color version.  Then install this update as above, and 
finally convert the updated product to 16-color by typing 

"CONV"      (Enter)
"CHVER 16"  (Enter)



	  * * * Changes from previous versions * * *

* Game should now function on all video cards/VESA drivers.

* Forts are easier to enter in land battles.

* Captured Pirates are more likely to be purchased by his family.

* Digital Sounds have been added. NOTE: When selecting digital sounds,
  make sure that you correctly select the address, IRQ, and DMA 
  channels!

* Hall of Fame scores now function properly.

* Plunder screen has been altered to make numbers easier to read.

* Accidental bumps into land are prompted with "Disembark? Y/N"

* A "Take All" button has been implemented in the plunder screen.

* Shipwright keeps track of his money.

* Wind direction when attacking town via ship matches the direction
  of wind in the main sailing screen.

* Occasional crashes when attempting to access the Captain's Cabin 
  have been fixed.

* Exit to DOS hotspot in the Captain's Cabin is prompted with "Y/N".


