Is there ANY way to get past the stupid catapult minigame without throwing my computer through the window? There is a reason I don't play arcade games!!!

I don't know of a way. Sorry.

I think I've done everything else needed for this section. I went to all the places that show up and have completed a mini-game or retrieved and object. I just cannot get past the catapult game. I'm on Mac. Anyone got a saved game?

Hi Syndalee,

The save system for this game is a little different from most other games, but I'll send you the data file with instructions and hopefully you'll be able to get it to work for your Mac. On its way to you shortly.

If the saved game does not work for your mac, I have a suggestion. It was much easier to shoot the ships using the arrows and space bar on the keyboard. If you are talking about actually building a catapult... All you have to do is give the plans to the soldier and they build it.
Good Luck.