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Dear Subscriber:

  If you found yourself scavenging the malls last year for
last minute Christmas ideas and wishing you'd started
earlier, this year MARKETPLACE can help.

  Just give your list a quick once over to determine who owns
computers, and then you'll be ready to do some quick and
easy shopping.  We've even grouped these gift ideas by price
to help you find the gifts that fit your budget.

  So make it easy on yourself.  Start your holiday shopping at
the MARKETPLACE.

                                    Merry computing!
                                    Tim Choate
                                    President


P.S.  While you're doing such a great job shopping for
everyone else, don't forget to be nice to yourself, too.
There's plenty here to go around!


               GREAT GIFT IDEAS FOR UNDER $25
             The Lost Collection of ID Is Here!

Each of these games was developed exclusively for our
GAMER'S EDGE division by ID Software, one of the software
industry's top game development teams. You'll find themes,
graphics, and challenges to enthrall gamers of all ages.
Once you've actually played these games, you'll appreciate
the quality and value. (See the "Under $75" category to
learn how to get the entire collection at more than 50%
off!)

System Requirements: IBM PC or compatible model 286-12 MHz,
640K; DOS 3.3 or later, EGA/VGA graphics, 3.5", 5.25" 1.2MB
or 5.25" 360K. (5.25-360k version requires hard drive.)

            ORDER ANY GAME BELOW FOR JUST $14.95!

KEEN DREAMS:  A boy genius, a world of evil vegetables and
blazing action--it's one of the greatest games of all time.
Billy Blaze, the young Commander Keen, finds himself in
Tuberia where vegetables enslave children.  Help Billy free
the kids and restore galactic justice!

HOVERTANK 3-D:  Nuclear war has begun.  As the owner of
Hovertank, your mission is to rescue people from cities
targeted for nuclear annihilation.  The clock is ticking,
but you cannot return until you've finished what you set out
to do.

SLORDAX:  You have the fastest, deadliest ship in the
galaxy.  You must defend against a cruel hoard of
superbeings called Slordax, and these villains are
everywhere.  Shoot everything that moves and get the highest
score.

SHADOW KNIGHTS:  You are the Shadow Knight, a ninja born in
the East, and you must rescue the land from an evil shogun.
Battle thugs, attack dogs and skeletal warriors as you
fulfill the promise of The Shadow Knight.

RESCUE ROVER: You're the owner of Rover, a mischievous mutt
with a knack for being in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Dog-napped by robots, Rover needs you to save him or he's in
big trouble!  Incredible animated action, great sound and a
mind challenger, too!

RESCUE ROVER II-THE RETURN OF THE ROBOTS: Dognapped again!
In this sequel, your canine pal is being held hostage by the
robots once more.  Wander through level after level of
complex mazes to rescue your rascal dog.  New puzzles, new
robots, and great sound make this both entertaining and
challenging.

DANGEROUS DAVE IN THE HAUNTED MANSION:  Dave's brother
entered the eerie Starlive Manor on a dare, but he's never
come out.  Dave sets out to rescue him, braving this haunted
mansion from which no one has ever returned.  You'll enjoy
this guntoting, action adventure!

THE CATACOMBS:  Explore the possessed Kieralon Palace in
your quest to vanquish evil powers and open the palace to
good forever.  Battle goblins, skeletons, ogres, gargoyles,
werewolves, and dragons!  Are you up to the challenge of 30
levels?

CATACOMBS 3-D:  It's a captivating tale of wizards and trips
to other dimensions--in 3-D!  As the most powerful living
wizard, you must retrieve your ally whose body is frozen in
amber in the castle dungeon of your arch rival, Grelminar.
Wild sound effects and arcade action.

TILES OF THE DRAGON:  You'll learn the national game of
China with Tiles of the Dragon.  This intriguing computer
version of Mah Jongg is fun to play and visually appealing.
Play alone or in a tournament with a timed game.

               GREAT GIFT IDEAS FOR UNDER $50
                Games for Fun, For Education!

SUPER TETRIS:  Rotate or flip moving pieces that float down
from the top of the screen. Sounds easy until you try to get
them to end up in just the right order to score.  Then
you'll see just how challenging Super Tetris can be! (Listed
in Computer Gaming World's Top 100.)  SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
IBM PC or compatible computer, 640K RAM, hard drive or two
floppy drives, CGA, EGA, MCGA, VGA. Retail $49.95--YOUR
PRICE JUST $34.95

THE NEW PRINT SHOP:  Try one of the world's most popular
programs. Design your own invitations, flyers, banners and
more! You'll find it as much fun as it is easy to use.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or compatible computer, 512K RAM
for monochrome printing, 640K RAM for color printing, DOS
Version 2.1 or higher, one floppy disk drive and hard drive
or two floppy drives required, CGA, EGA, VGA or Hercules.
Retail $69.95--YOUR PRICE JUST $39.95

THE PLAYROOM: Young kids will love this unique learning
tool.  Games, toys, and surprises are shown in a child's
playroom to teach reading and math readiness, creativity,
logic, and basic PC keyboarding. Ages preschool to 3rd
grade.  SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:  IBM PC or compatible computer
required, 640K RAM, DOS Version 3.0 or higher, uses 3MB of
hard disk space, MCGA, VGA, EGA, TGA, CGA or Hercules. Retail
$49.95--YOUR PRICE JUST $36.95

THE TREEHOUSE: Your child will enjoy education games that
encourage creativity, reasoning, and strategic thinking.
Subjects include music, animals, match, sentence structure,
money and place value. Ages kindergarten through 4th grade.
(Listed in Ingram/Micro's Top 10) SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:  IBM
PC or compatible computer, uses 3 MB of harddisk space, VGA,
MCGA, EGA, and Tandy 15 color. Retail $59.95--YOUR PRICE
JUST $44.95

ECOQUEST:  Join Adam and his dolphin friends on a perilous
undersea quest. Unravel the mysteries of the ocean, change
hazards to healthy ecology, as you enjoy this inter-active
electronic aquarium. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or compat-
ible computer model 286-10 MHz, 640K RAM, VGA ONLY
available.  Retail $59.95--YOUR PRICE JUST $44.95

THE OREGON TRAIL: Participate in new and exciting
experiences. Hunt buffalo, raft down rivers, make important
survival decisions while moving a family across the
frontier. This is history in action! (Listed in Ingram/
Micro's Top 10) SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:  IBM PC or compatible
computer, 512K RAM, DOS Version 2.1 or higher, CGA, EGA,
VGA, MCGA, or VGA graphics adaptor required. Retail
$49.94--YOUR PRICE JUST $31.95

SIM CITY: Create a city and control every aspect from zoning
and budgets to police and fire departments.  Eight historic
cities included. (Listed in Computer Gaming World's Top 100)
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or compatible computer, 640K RAM
with VGA, EGA or CGA, 512K RAM with Hercules, DOS Version
3.0 or higher. Retail $49.95--YOUR PRICE JUST $36.95

LEMMINGS: These cute but crazy rodents have no brains but
yours. You must save them from sure disaster. This is one of
the most creative games ever. For children and adults alike.
(Listed in Computer Gaming World's Top 100)
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:  IBM PC or compatible computer, 512K RAM,
DOS Version 3.0 or higher, VGA, EGA, CGA, or Tandy Color
graphics, Mouse strongly suggested but Joystick and
Keyboard also supported. Retail $49.99--YOUR PRICE JUST
$36.95

CHESS MASTER 3000:  Both novice and advanced players will
appreciate this outstanding game. View past moves, captured
pieces and more in the War Room. (Listed in Computer Gaming
World's Top 100) SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or compatible
computer, 640K RAM (550K free RAM), DOS Version 3.1 or
higher, EGA, VGA, CGA or Hercules, Mouse optional. Retail
$50.00--YOUR PRICE JUST $34.95

ORBITS:  Enjoy an interactive space simulator in 3-D. See
effects of gravity, movement of the Sun and Moon, eclipses,
and comets--even contrast and compare all the planets.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or compatible, 512 free RAM,
1.5MB free hard drive space; MS-DOS 2.0 or higher, VGA or
EGA graphics; 5.25" or 3.5" disk drive. Retail $59.95--YOUR
PRICE JUST $39.95

               GREAT GIFT IDEAS FOR UNDER $75

THE LOST COLLECTION OF ID:  Ten exceptional games from the
clever minds of ID Software. Includes the lost episode of
Commander Keen, Hovertank 3-D, the Catacombs episodes and
MUCH MORE!  See "Under $25" category for a details on all
10!  SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or compatible model
286-12MHz; 640K memory; EGA or VGA graphics, 3.5" , 5.25"
1.2MB or 5.25" 360K disk drive, MS-DOS 3.3 or later. RETAIL
$149.50--YOUR PRICE JUST $69.95...Only $6.99 each--THAT'S
OVER %50 OFF!!

F-117A STEALTH FIGHTER: The popular F-19 can't hold a candle
to these graphics, weapons, and action-packed scenarios. Fly
through nine different worlds including three new
additions--Columbia/Panama, Northern Japan and Iraq.
Stunning 3-D graphics. (Listed in Computer Gaming World's
Top 100) SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or compatible computer
model 286-16 MHz, 640K RAM, Hard disk required, DOS Version
3.0 or higher (5.0 Recommended), EGA or VGA. Retail
$79.95--YOUR PRICE JUST $59.95

SECRET WEAPONS OF THE LUFTWAFFE: Aviation history comes
alive as you fly the Messerschmitt 262 and BATWING. Select
from among nine period aircraft for your opponents. You
won't believe the cockpit detail! (Listed in Computer
Gaming World's Top 100) SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or
compatible computer, 640K RAM, DOS Version 3.0 or higher,
VGA, EGA or Monochrome. Retail $70.00--YOUR PRICE JUST
$51.95

"WHERE IN THE WORLD IS CARMEN SANDIEGO?" DELUXE EDITION:
Ten new recruits join Carmen and her gang as they steal the
treasures of the world. Forty-five countries, 2500 clues
with increasing levels of difficulty, digitized photo-real
location graphics, digitized sound and new music. SYSTEM
REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or compatible computer, 640K RAM, DOS
Version 3.1 or higher, VGA required. Retail $79.95--YOUR
PRICE JUST $58.95

WING COMMANDER II: VENGEANCE OF THE KILRATHI:  This addition
to the Wing Commander series pits you against the Kilrathi
as you fly the new generation of starfighters. This action-
packed adventure will blow your mind! (No. 4 on Computer
Gaming World's Top 100) SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or
compatible computer model 286-12 MHz, 2 Mg Memory, DOS
Version 3.3 or higher, VGA, MCGA, EGA, Hard Disk, supports
Adlib, Rolland or Soundblaster. Retail $79.95--YOUR PRICE
JUST $58.95

ULTIMA VII: THE BLACK GATE:  Britannia is plagued by
disease, pollution and other environmental madness. You must
investigate gruesome murders amongst these disasters to save
Britannia. (Listed in Computer Gaming World's Top 100)
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or compatible computer model
386-16 MHz, Hard drive, 2 MG memory, DOS Version 4.0 or
higher (5.0 recommended), VGA, Mouse and Sound Board
recommended. Retail $79.95--YOUR PRICE $58.95

ULTIMA UNDERWORLD: THE STYGIAN ABYSS:  Venture into a 3-D
underworld with 25 miles of continuous motion and virtual
reality. You'll never stop walking, jumping, or fighting.
Can you meet the challenge?  (No. 2 on Computer Gaming
World's Top 100) SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or compatible
computer model 386, 2 MG memory (Memory Manager included),
Hard drive, DOS Version 4.0 or higher (5.0 recommended), 256
Color VGA Card. Retail $79.95--YOUR PRICE JUST $58.95

CIVILIZATION:  Create and nurture an entire culture from the
founding of its first cities through the wonders of the
space age.  As the guiding spirit of that civiliztion, you
make every critical decision as the culture struggles for
survival, expansion and dominance.  (No 1 on Computer Gaming
World's Top 100)  SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or compatible
computer, 512K RAM, DOS Version 3.0 or higher, EGA, VGA or
Tandy, Mouse or keyboard supported. Retail $69.95--YOUR
PRICE JUST $51.95

PC GLOBE 5.0/PC USA: This guide to the world and guide to
the USA will be invaluable!  PC Globe is a complex and
up-to-date electronic reference including history, detailed
world and regional maps, topography, natural features and
major cities. Includes the latest world geography. PC USA
offers maps, graphs and charts, state flags--even state
songs. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC/XT/AT/PS2 or compatibles,
min 640K RAM, floppy or hard drive, DOS Version 2.0 or
higher, mono, CGA, EGA, VGA, MCGA graphics. Retail
$119.90--YOUR PRICE $59.95

AUTOMAP:  The intelligent road atlas is at your fingertips.
Instate route planning and data profiles for over 51,000
cities in the U.S. and Canada are included. You'll find
where to go, what to see and how to get there! SYSTEM
REQUIREMENTS: IBM PC or compatible, 512 free RAM, 4MB free
hard drive space (hard drive is required), DOS Version 2.22 or
higher; Super VGA, VGA, EGA, CGA or Hercules graphics. 5.25"
or 3.5" disk drive. Retail $99.95--YOUR PRICE $59.95


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                  GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS
             Under $25, Under $50 and Under $75
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  Name                       Item #  Qty    Price     Total
  UNDER $25
   Keen Dreams
     3.5"                    000893 _____  $14.95 _________
     5.25"                   000895 _____  $14.95 _________
   Hovertank 3-D
     3.5"                    000693 _____  $14.95 _________
     5.25"                   000695 _____  $14.95 _________
   Slordax
     3.5"                    000293 _____  $14.95 _________
     5.25"                   000295 _____  $14.95 _________
   Shadow Knights
     3.5"                    000393 _____  $14.95 _________
     5.25"                   000395 _____  $14.95 _________
   Rescue Rover
     3.5"                    000493 _____  $14.95 _________
     5.25"                   000495 _____  $14.95 _________
   Rescue Rover II
     3.5"                    001093 _____  $14.95 _________
     5.25"                   001095 _____  $14.95 _________
   Dangerous Dave
     3.5"                    000593 _____  $14.95 _________
     5.25"                   000595 _____  $14.95 _________
   The Catacomb
     3.5"                    000193 _____  $14.95 _________
     5.25"                   000195 _____  $14.95 _________
   Catacombs 3-D
     3.5"                    001293 _____  $14.95 _________
     5.25"                   001295 _____  $14.95 _________
   Tiles of the Dragon
     3.5"                    001493 _____  $14.95 _________
     5.25"                   001495 _____  $14.95 _________
 UNDER $50
   Super Tetris-3.5 & 5.25   520930 _____  $34.95 _________
   New Print Shop-3.5 & 5.25 201030 _____  $39.95 _________
   The Playroom-3.5 & 5.25   417430 _____  $36.95 _________
   The Treehouse-3.5 & 5.25  418130 _____  $44.95 _________
   EcoQuest (VGA Only)-
     3.5"                    518333 _____  $44.95 _________
     5.25"                   518335 _____  $44.95 _________
   Oregon Trail-3.5 & 5.25   426130 _____  $31.95 _________
   Sim City-3.5 & 5.25       500630 _____  $36.95 _________
   Lemmings-
     3.5"                    527033 _____  $36.95 _________
     5.25"                   527035 _____  $36.95 _________
   Chess Mstr 3000-3.5 &5.25 528030 _____  $34.95 _________
   Orbits-3.5 & 5.25         401930 _____  $39.95 _________

   UNDER $75
   The Lost Collection of ID
     3.5"                    650033 _____  $69.95 _________
   F-117A Stealth-
   3.5"                      529033 _____  $59.95 _________
   5.25"                     529035 _____  $59.95 _________
   Secret Weapons of the Luftwaffe-
   3.5"                      530033 _____  $51.95 _________
   5.25"                     530035 _____  $51.95 _________
   Where in the World Is
   Carmen DELUXE-3.5 & 5.25  403030 _____  $58.95 _________
   Wing Commander II-
   3.5"                      540033 _____  $58.95 _________
   5.25"                     540035 _____  $58.95 _________
   Ultima VII-
   3.5"                      541033 _____  $58.95 _________
   5.25"                     541035 _____  $58.95 _________
   Ultima Underworld-
   3.5"                      542033 _____  $58.95 _________
   5.25"                     542035 _____  $58.95 _________
   Civilization-
   3.5"                      543033 _____  $51.95 _________
   5.25"                     543035 _____  $51.95 _________
   PC Globe/PC USA-3.5& 5.25 407730 _____  $59.95 _________
   AutoMap-3.5 & 5.25        105930 _____  $59.95 _________
                                     SUBTOTAL _____________
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