BleepingComputer.com: Want to play on-line game off-line

Apologies for contacting you directly, however Lego advised that you might be able to help. I have twin boys, 8 years-old. Joey likes to shoot and destroy things and there are plenty of Galaga-type games to keep him busy. Eddie, however,  is a budding engineer; he likes to build things and figure out puzzles. Can't walk barefoot in our home due to the Lego blocks, Lincoln Logs, etc. Eddie discovered your  Junkbot games last year and is totally hooked on them...he never gets bored trying to figure out each level and then going back to improve things. I love the way it teaches him to focus on problems, organizing things, and working on his school work. My compliments to "the chef". Very cool.

Here's my problem: Our only computer is six years-old running W98SE. It is virus and malware free, but "cranky" when on-line, even using Firefox.  Worse, our dial-up connection is poor, and frequently "drops-out" which is very frustrating when playing Junkbot!

Here's my question: Are the two Junkbot games available on CD?  I'm hoping you'll tell me that the games are sold by someone and we'll use "chore
money" to pay for it. If not, would it be possible for me to somehow "copy" the game onto my hard drive only for use here? Thanks in advance, hoping someone will have time to respond with good news.

Thanks for your email and your kind words about our games. We're glad you and your family are enjoying them. The Junkbot games are only available online and cannot be purchased. Unfortunately, you cannot play them off-line as they will only play in a web browser.

In any case, it is likely if you upgrade your computer, you will be able to play the games without any trouble.

Thanks again!

-gameLab

Truthfully, my primary reason for wanting the game off-line is that I'm not yet ready to let my kids be on-line without constant supervision.

Is it possible (with GameLabs permission) for a klutz like me to "download" this game, or would Gamelabs actually have to cooperate/assist with the process (beyond simply saying it's OK to do it).

To: "gameLab" <info@gmlb.com>
Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2005 1:33 PM
Subject: Re: The Junkbot games


Thank you for your prompt response to my previous inquiry. I wouldn't have said those kind words if I did not mean them. Junkbot is (to me) much more than a game in that it teaches logic, organizational skills, and perhaps most of all, patience & persistance. I'm pestering you again because Eddie is a special kid and we will not be able to afford a better computer for some time.
I am told that there is a way to play Junkbot off-line but won't attempt that without your blessings as it would set a bad example for my sons. I would gladly pay you for that approval or make a donation to a charity of your choice.

Thanks in advance for considering this request. Regards, Bill.

Bill,
Thanks for your email.
You have unfortunately been misinformed, as there is no way we know of to
play Junkbot offline.
-gameLab

You have unfortunately been misinformed, as there is no way we know of to play Junkbot offline.