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There are 4 steps to playing [[Allegiance]].
#[http://www.freeallegiance.org/downloads Download] and install the game.
#Create a [http://asgs.alleg.net/asgsnet/newaccount.aspx Gameplay account].
#[http://thegamersoffice.com/alleg/cadet/ Learn how to play].
#Join a game online.
Many new players think they can skip step 3, but at a bare minimum you should go through the [[Training missions|7 Training Missions]].


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==Welcome==
==Download and Install==
[[Image:Alleg_setup_01.png|thumb|right|Setup.exe]]
# 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://getsetup.alleg.net/ here]
# Run the installer
#* Comprehensive installation directions [[Install guide|here]].
#* If you have any difficulties, visit the [[Tech Support]] Zone.


==Gameplay Account==
Welcome to allegiance. You have a few options for learning the game, the best is likely a little of each category.
[[Image:Create_account.PNG|thumb|right|Creating a 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 [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==
1. Go into the game and try it out. You can often find vets that are extremely helpful. If you don't find anyone in game, you can join the "Perpetual Bot DM" game to fight against bots. Join the blue team, and the game will start 30 seconds later.
[[Image:Training_missions.PNG|thumb|right|The in-game training missions]]
Allegiance is a [[Complex learning curve|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. Otherwise you'll just annoy other players by asking fundamental questions like "How do I fire my boosters?"; and you'll be very lucky if you find someone willing to explain things that are already covered by the training missions.
{{Important|The Training Missions teach you everything about how to "play" the game, but ''nothing'' about how to work with your teammates, how to be useful to your commander, how to <b>win</b> the game.}}


The training missions are the tip of the iceberg with regards to learning how to play Allegiance. As an analogy: playing the training missions is like learning how to hit a golfball. Taking '''[[Allegiance Flight School]]''' is like learning which golf club to use, what the layout of the course is like, what obstacles you need to avoid, and most importantly where the hole is.
2. Push F1 in game to view the controls.
 
3. Join our [https://discord.gg/6UQm29s Discord and ask questions!]
 
Happy hunting, we hope you enjoy our game!
 
Bookmark this, but if you ever need to get back here just restart Allegiance and hit Training.
 
===More on How to Play===
 
Training missions 1 through 5 are currently disabled as they do not work properly.  Missions 6 and 7 still work.


{{Tip|Allegiance Flight School teaches you a lot, but takes a lot of time to read through. If you just want to try this game out, try reading the [[Quick Crash Course]] first. It'll give you enough tips that you won't be completely lost during your first game.}}
{{Tip|Allegiance Flight School teaches you a lot, but takes a lot of time to read through. If you just want to try this game out, try reading the [[Quick Crash Course]] first. It'll give you enough tips that you won't be completely lost during your first game.}}
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==Join a Game==
==Join a Game==
[[Image:Join_game.PNG|thumb|right|Choose a game and join!]]
[[Image:Join_game.PNG|thumb|right|Choose a game and join!]]
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.
With the previous steps complete, it's a simple matter of running the game from Steam and joining a game.
*You'll probably want to start at the [[Newbie server]].




Latest revision as of 22:35, 6 April 2018

Welcome

Welcome to allegiance. You have a few options for learning the game, the best is likely a little of each category.

1. Go into the game and try it out. You can often find vets that are extremely helpful. If you don't find anyone in game, you can join the "Perpetual Bot DM" game to fight against bots. Join the blue team, and the game will start 30 seconds later.

2. Push F1 in game to view the controls.

3. Join our Discord and ask questions!

Happy hunting, we hope you enjoy our game!

Bookmark this, but if you ever need to get back here just restart Allegiance and hit Training.

More on How to Play

Training missions 1 through 5 are currently disabled as they do not work properly. Missions 6 and 7 still work.


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 Tip: Allegiance Flight School teaches you a lot, but takes a lot of time to read through. If you just want to try this game out, try reading the Quick Crash Course first. It'll give you enough tips that you won't be completely lost during your first game.

Join a Game

Choose a game and join!

With the previous steps complete, it's a simple matter of running the game from Steam and joining a game.



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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