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==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.'''
* [http://www.freeallegiance.org/documents/FAOTOS.htm Terms of Service]
* [http://www.freeallegiance.org/documents/FAOROC.htm Rules of Conduct]
'''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==
==Welcome==
* 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


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


==How to learn and get involved in the community==
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.
* 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.
* [[Learning Guide]] &ndash; 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.


2. Push F1 in game to view the controls.


{{New Players}}
3. Join our [https://discord.gg/6UQm29s Discord and ask questions!]


Happy hunting, we hope you enjoy our game!


[[Category:Help - About The Game]]
Bookmark this, but if you ever need to get back here just restart Allegiance and hit Training.
[[Category:Help - Learning to Play]]
 
===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.}}
 
==Join a Game==
[[Image:Join_game.PNG|thumb|right|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.
 
 
 
<noinclude>{{New Players}}
 
 
[[Category:Guides]]</noinclude>

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