PortOfCallL 2.0
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Publisher Description
PortOfCallL
Ports of Call Lite
The Maritime Simulation Game
the lite version allows 30 min per gameplay ! You can purchase upgrade modules via in App Purchase.
(C) 1986-2011,
Rolf-Dieter Klein, Martin Ulrich,
Munich, Bremen, Germany
Ports of Call has a long tradition
the first version was released
on the Amiga 1986 with other versions
following.
Now the classic game is getting mobil.
We kept the classic interface and design by intention, as this was a user request since years - an update for full screen support will follow soon, also other versions are on our wish and todo list.
A Background on Tramp Shipping:
The traffic of goods by sea is organized
in accordance with international agreements and contracts between individual countries.
About 80% of the goods (called "cargo volume") transported between two countries is handled by ships registered under the flags of the countries concerned. The remaining 20% are
open to the free competition of ships under other flags. These ships, called "tramp" ships, are usually prepared to transport all kinds of goods. This aspect of the shipping business is the focus of Ports of Call.
The Object of the Game
Each player founds his own shipping
company, with a starting capital of $4.6 million to buy ships. Freight and ports of call can be chosen continuously from offers on the market.
Then the captain chooses an economic travelling speed and casts off to encounter many adventures on the high seas.
After unloading his cargo, the captain
is credited with the agreed payment.
Then he may refuel, make necessary repairs, and so on. The next job is to find a new, lucrative cargo, buy further ships, and/or repay his mortgages; in other words, he must have a more productive company than his competitors.
A player's chances of success improve
the more he knows about international
shipping. All data for the game originated from actual developments in the maritime world: the fluctuation of freight rates, refueling costs, port charges, and ship operating costs.
But the game is not a pure economic game,
also a ship simulator is integrated, and
the captain can steer his ship manually,
either if necessary, or to save money and
get a good status.
In summary, Ports of Call has been developed with this motto in mind:
"Software with Hard Facts."
latest hints: start using preowned ships, and keep them in good condition to avoid disasters (like rats for example).
To avoid the burglar, visit your office in a regular interval.
homepage: www.portsofcall.de
support: www.rdkleinforum.de
May 7, 2011
Version 2.0
Major Bugfix: After purchase of an addon when selecting "TILL END" as game option, the shipsimulator part immediatly stopped with a timeout. The update should fix this and also for saved games.
About PortOfCallL
PortOfCallL is a free app for iOS published in the Action list of apps, part of Games & Entertainment.
The company that develops PortOfCallL is Dipl.-Ing. Rolf-Dieter Klein. The latest version released by its developer is 2.0.
To install PortOfCallL on your iOS device, just click the green Continue To App button above to start the installation process. The app is listed on our website since 2011-05-07 and was downloaded 1 times. We have already checked if the download link is safe, however for your own protection we recommend that you scan the downloaded app with your antivirus. Your antivirus may detect the PortOfCallL as malware if the download link is broken.
How to install PortOfCallL on your iOS device:
- Click on the Continue To App button on our website. This will redirect you to the App Store.
- Once the PortOfCallL is shown in the iTunes listing of your iOS device, you can start its download and installation. Tap on the GET button to the right of the app to start downloading it.
- If you are not logged-in the iOS appstore app, you'll be prompted for your your Apple ID and/or password.
- After PortOfCallL is downloaded, you'll see an INSTALL button to the right. Tap on it to start the actual installation of the iOS app.
- Once installation is finished you can tap on the OPEN button to start it. Its icon will also be added to your device home screen.
