Begin playing

Installing

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.

• Terms of Service
• Rules of Conduct

2. Install the game and create a gameplay account.

• Directions here: Install Guide
• 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 necessary 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 – Find out where to find it and how to join it.
• Please read these guides before playing on a non-newbie server.
  • Allegiance Introduction – Read about Allegiance's complex learning curve and how to lower it.
  • Cadet I – Visit Cadet I at the Allegiance Academy
  • Common Mistakes – Common mistakes made by new players and how to avoid them

How to learn and get involved in the community

• Create an account on our forum: Register. On the forums you can post questions, discuss tactics, and brag about victories; as well as getting in on all the latest developments.
• Learning Guide – a simple guide pointing out the best places to go and learn how to play.
• Training Programs and Resources - an exhaustive list of all the articles and events available to train pilots.

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Install Guide