Release FAQ -- check online for more http://grenideer.com/diverdown/faq.html

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 B A T T L E S
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The battles are too hard!!

All I can say is that the tools to succeed are there. Are all your party members wearing the best gear they can buy? Are you stocked up on healing potions? If you feel that you need to level too much then you're probably not playing as smart as you should be. Random battles are not a necessary timesink in this game. It isn't as hard as you think as long as you implement careful planning. And remember, running usually succeeds :).

Jea has too little vigor!!

Yup, she's a magic-type. Obviously you want to try to level her up a bit quick. Remember to max out her defense. There are items to raise vigor too. Her rockwall is a valuable skill - don't ignore it. Every battle she stays alive is one that she raises in experience.

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 P U Z Z L E S
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What do I do with the dungeon key in the beginning of the game?

No, you can't use it on any of the prison cells. Go back up to the level you started on. Use the key on the portcullis next to the fire. Drek will go back to where he was before, but now the lights are on!

How do I get the horse?

Find and pick grass on the level and feed it to one of the horses. Check the bags next to the horses AFTER this and you'll find a saddle to use.

The block puzzle in the Cruxen Mines is impossible!!

There is only one solution, and it is a bit hard. Remember that other blocks can be used as obstructions to stop one from sliding as well. Also, save in that room and reload for a quick reset of the blocks.

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 S K I L L S
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This skill sucks!!

Many of the skills in the game have very important roles. Boosting-type skills are very effective when fighting longer battles, like bosses. Also, a good amount of skills get better as the will of the character gets better. Bandage will consistently heal more per level. Rockwall will have a greater chance of remaining up. You have the power to raise will sometimes through charms or items.

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 G E N E R A L
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It's too hard to get money!!

Jeez, for once in your life you play an rpg where you don't have a million gold pieces more than you need and you start crying. Yes, chitiks are a valuable commodity on Minduul and they don't come easy. With the difficulty of battles it is hard to make money while spending it at the same time. Try alternate methods to getting rich. Helping out townspeople can be rewarding. Also, secrets and optional quests usually prove very helpful to your purse.

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VERSIONS
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What's the difference between the DOS and Windows versions of the game?

Diver Down was developed under the DOS version, so some gameplay aspects probably play better with it. Just minor stuff, like the timing of entity movement during events, etc. The Windows version, however, is leaps and bounds more stable as the engine won't crash like the DOS version. It's system requirements are heavier, though. So the average player will probably want the Windows version to avoid frustrating crashes.