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There are 4 steps to playing [[Allegiance]].
There are 4 steps to playing [[Allegiance]].
#[http://www.freeallegiance.org/downloads Download] and install the game.
#[http://getsetup.alleg.net/ Download] and install the game.
#Create a [http://asgs.alleg.net/asgsnet/newaccount.aspx Gameplay account].
#The installer will direct you to create a gameplay account. Do so.
#Play the in-game training missions to learn the basics.
#Join a game online.
#[http://thegamersoffice.com/alleg/cadet/ Learn how to play].
#[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]].
Many new players think they can skip steps 3 and 5, but at a bare minimum you should go through the [[Training missions|7 Training Missions]].


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


==Gameplay Account==
==Gameplay Account==
[[Image:Create_account.PNG|thumb|right|Creating a gameplay account]]
[[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.
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].
*[http://asgs.alleg.net/asgsnet/newaccount.aspx You can create an account here], if you did not already create one when the installer prompted you to.
*It will be associated with any computer you play on, this is to protect against cheaters circumventing callsigns.
*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!
*Be careful you don't [[Linking callsigns|link your name]] to someone else's machine!
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==Learn How to Play==
==Learn How to Play==
[[Image:Training_missions.PNG|thumb|right|The in-game training missions]]
[[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.
Allegiance is a complex game. 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.}}
{{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.}}


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[[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 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 22:44, 19 February 2011

There are 4 steps to playing Allegiance.

  1. Download and install the game.
  2. The installer will direct you to create a gameplay account. Do so.
  3. Play the in-game training missions to learn the basics.
  4. Join a game online.
  5. Learn how to play.

Many new players think they can skip steps 3 and 5, but at a bare minimum you should go through the 7 Training Missions.


Download and Install

Setup.exe
  1. Run the installer
    • Comprehensive installation directions here.
    • If you have any difficulties, visit Tech Support.

Gameplay Account

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 here, if you did not already create one when the installer prompted you to.
  • 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

The in-game training missions

Allegiance is a complex game. 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. 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.

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 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 win 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.


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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 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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