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There are 4 steps to playing Allegiance.
==Installing==
#Download and install the game.
'''1.''' First read through the ''Terms of Service'' and ''Rules of Conduct''.  You will need to agree to them before creating a game or forum account.
#Create a Gameplay account.
Reading them now can save you some time if you find you don't agree with them.'''
#Learn how to play.
* [http://www.freeallegiance.org/documents/FAOTOS.htm Terms of Service]
#Join a game online.
* [http://www.freeallegiance.org/documents/FAOROC.htm Rules of Conduct]
Many new players think they can skip step 3, but at a bare minimum you should go through the 7 [[Training Missions]].
'''2.''' Install the game and [http://asgs.alleg.net/asgsnet/newaccount.aspx create a gameplay account].
* <b>Download the game</b> by clicking [http://www.freeallegiance.org/downloads/Allegiance%20Setup/Allegiance%20Setup.exe here]
* Complete <b>installation directions</b> [[Install Guide|here]].
* If you have any difficulties, visit the [[Tech Support]] Zone.


==What you should know BEFORE playing==
* The Training Missions teach you to control your ship.
**They are a <u>necessary</u> step to learning how to play...
**... but don't teach much on how to play the game (i.e. win). Consult the [[Learning Guide]] if you're interested in 'advancing to the next level'.
* There is a Newbie Server.  Please start there.
** [[Newbie Server]] &ndash; Find out where to find it and how to join it.
* Please read these guides before playing on a non-newbie server.
** [[Allegiance Introduction]] &ndash; Read about Allegiance's complex learning curve and how to lower it.
** [http://www.allegacademy.org/cadet/cadet1/prereadingcadet1.shtml Cadet I] &ndash; Visit Cadet I at the Allegiance Academy
** [[Common Mistakes]] &ndash; Common mistakes made by new players and how to avoid them


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==Download and Install==
# First read through the [http://www.freeallegiance.org/documents/FAOTOS.htm Terms of Service] and [http://www.freeallegiance.org/documents/FAOROC.htm Rules of Conduct]. 
#*You will need to agree to them before creating a game or forum account. 
#*Reading them now can save you some time if you find you don't agree with them.
# Download the game by clicking [http://www.freeallegiance.org/downloads/Allegiance%20Setup/Allegiance%20Setup.exe here]
# Run the installer
#* Comprehensive installation directions [[Install Guide|here]].
#* If you have any difficulties, visit the [[Tech Support]] Zone.


==How to learn and get involved in the community==
 
* Create an account on our forum: [http://www.freeallegiance.org/forums/index.php?act=Reg&CODE=00 Register]. On the forums you can post questions, discuss tactics, and brag about victories; as well as getting in on all the latest developments.
==Gameplay Account==
* [[Learning Guide]] &ndash; a simple guide pointing out the best places to go and learn how to play.
Your gameplay account is the name you will have in-game. You cannot login to online games without one.
* [[Training Programs and Resources]] - an exhaustive list of all the articles and events available to train pilots.
*You can create an account [http://asgs.alleg.net/asgsnet/newaccount.aspx here].
*It will be associated with any computer you play on, this is to protect against cheaters circumventing callsigns.
*Be careful you don't [[Linking Callsigns|link your name]] to someone else's machine!
You will also want a forum account sooner or later.
*[http://www.freeallegiance.org/forums/index.php?act=Reg&CODE=00 Create a forum account].
*This should match your main gameplay account.
 
 
==Learn How to Play==
Allegiance is a complicated game to play. I know you may be eager to jump in and try the game out and see what it's like, but please, <i>please</i>, play the seven [[Training Missions]] first. And keep in mind:
* The Training Missions teach you everything about how to play the game...
*... they teach you <u>nothing</u> about how to win the game.
It's like knowing how to hit a golfball without having a clue where the hole is. You may be perfect at hitting the golfball exactly where you want it, but you're still going to be useless at playing golf. That's why I say the training missions are the <u>bare</u> minimum.
 
Consult the [[Learning Guide]] if you're interested in advancing to the next level.
 
 
==Join a Game==
With the previous 3 steps complete, it's a simple matter of running [[ASGS]], logging in with your gameplay account, and joining a game in the Free Games section.
*You'll probably want to start at the [[Newbie Server]].




Revision as of 04:46, 29 April 2008

There are 4 steps to playing Allegiance.

  1. Download and install the game.
  2. Create a Gameplay account.
  3. Learn how to play.
  4. Join a game online.

Many new players think they can skip step 3, but at a bare minimum you should go through the 7 Training Missions.


Download and Install

  1. First read through the Terms of Service and Rules of Conduct.
    • You will need to agree to them before creating a game or forum account.
    • Reading them now can save you some time if you find you don't agree with them.
  2. Download the game by clicking here
  3. Run the installer
    • Comprehensive installation directions here.
    • If you have any difficulties, visit the Tech Support Zone.


Gameplay Account

Your gameplay account is the name you will have in-game. You cannot login to online games without one.

  • You can create an account here.
  • It will be associated with any computer you play on, this is to protect against cheaters circumventing callsigns.
  • Be careful you don't link your name to someone else's machine!

You will also want a forum account sooner or later.


Learn How to Play

Allegiance is a complicated game to play. I know you may be eager to jump in and try the game out and see what it's like, but please, please, play the seven Training Missions first. And keep in mind:

  • The Training Missions teach you everything about how to play the game...
  • ... they teach you nothing about how to win the game.

It's like knowing how to hit a golfball without having a clue where the hole is. You may be perfect at hitting the golfball exactly where you want it, but you're still going to be useless at playing golf. That's why I say the training missions are the bare minimum.

Consult the Learning Guide if you're interested in advancing to the next level.


Join a Game

With the previous 3 steps complete, it's a simple matter of running ASGS, logging in with your gameplay account, and joining a game in the Free Games section.


Getting started
Intro: Overview · Top 10 things you should know · Newbie games
Installing: Quick install · Step by step guide · Troubleshooting
Gameplay: Learning guide · Common mistakes · FAQ · Training index
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