User Guide

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Multiplayer Map Options
The host can change the map options for more varied gameplay.
Default Squads - With this option checked players are not allowed to change
the default strike force.
Friendly Fire - With this option checked Friendly Fire is turned on.
Allow Alliances - With this option checked players are allowed to be on
the same team. Unchecked this option forces “free for all” games.
APC Type (Vital)- A player is defeated if his Command APC is destroyed.
APC Type (Not Vital) - A player is not defeated when his Command APC is
destroyed.
APC Type (None) - Players will not have the Command APC on the battlefield.
Damage Factor - Changing the damage factor changes the pacing of the
game. The higher damage factor, the more damage weapon inflicts. Higher
damage leads to faster games.
Time Limit - The match ends when the time limit is reached. A time limit
of zero disables the time limit function.
Score Limit - The match ends when the score limit is reached. Score is
achieved by controlling score zones and for killing enemy units. A score limit of
zero disables the score limit function.
Reinforcements - If the reinforcement box is checked killed squads will be
replaced during the game according to the REINFORCE INTERVAL.
Replacement squads will arrive in dropships and must be called down by
the player.
Tech Level - Determines the units, special weapons and equipment available.
Consult section 9, the Technical Manual, for units and their respective tech
level.
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Map Info
Displays information about the selected map.
Currently Selected Map
Displays the map that will be played. Click on the map name to view it in
the MAP INFO panel.
Available Maps
Displays a list of the maps that are available on the server. Click on the map
names to view it in the MAP INFO panel.
Create an Internet Standard Game
As the creator of a game (host) you can change all the options and choose
which map to play. In Ground Control you do not host a game on your own
machine, the game is hosted on dedicated Ground Control servers. Before you
can make any changes or select map you must select a server to host
the game.
Select Server - Click this button to select a server. Select a server with a low
ping for best performance. Click the ACCEPT button when you have selected a
server.
Select Map - Click the button to select a map to play. Select the map you wish
to play from the list of AVAILABLE MAPS and then click ACCEPT.
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