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==Is multiplayer alive?== | |||
<blockquote>'''Yes, it is!'''</blockquote> | |||
<blockquote>'''Yes, it is!''' | |||
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We have regular parties once a week. Things to know if you want to join: | We have regular parties once a week. Things to know if you want to join: | ||
== Short HOWTO == | == Short HOWTO == | ||
* You need RFG Re-mars-tered. GOG or Steam, clean install without mods | * You need RFG Re-mars-tered. GOG or Steam, clean install without mods | ||
* | * Use [https://github.com/rfg-modding/SyncFaction/releases SyncFaction] to update your game with community patches. It takes some time, also you will need '''40GiB''' of free space | ||
* Meanwhile, join [https://discord.gg/factionfiles FactionFiles Discord]. Check out '''server events''' for upcoming RFG Game Night, also visit <code>#role-selection</code> channel | |||
* Meanwhile, join [https://discord.gg/factionfiles FactionFiles Discord] | |||
That's it, you're all set! 💥 | |||
== Mods? == | |||
If you just want to install some mods and don't care about multiplayer, you still need SyncFaction and community patches: follow the above steps to install everything. Recent mods are developed and tested with community patches as requirement and may not work otherwise. If you are familiar with '''ModManager''', SyncFaction is a fully compatible replacement with more features and less bugs. | |||
Mods can be downloaded and managed directly in the app, or placed manually in <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Red Faction Guerrilla Re-MARS-tered\data\.syncfaction</code>, similar as ModManager had "Mods" folder. More info in [https://rfg-modding.github.io/SyncFaction/#/usage SyncFaction docs]. | |||
SyncFaction takes many precautions to ensure game files are not corrupted or otherwise messed up, which makes applying mods take much longer if the game is installed on an HDD. It is recommended you install the game on an SSD if possible. | |||
== More detailed guide == | |||
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=== Community Patch === | === Community Patch === | ||
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<blockquote>You will need at least '''40GiB''' of free storage space | <blockquote>You will need at least '''40GiB''' of free storage space | ||
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Use [https://github.com/rfg-modding/SyncFaction/releases SyncFaction app]. It is made to keep players updated and simplify process as much as possible. Download and place .exe in game folder. Run it and let it do the thing. | Use [https://github.com/rfg-modding/SyncFaction/releases SyncFaction app]. It is made to keep players updated and simplify process as much as possible. Download and place .exe in game folder. Run it and let it do the thing. | ||
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* There is no simple way to auto-download new maps as in other games. Currently they are part of the patch and we release updates to add more | * There is no simple way to auto-download new maps as in other games. Currently they are part of the patch and we release updates to add more | ||
* Multiplayer is currently broken in GOG version of the game, we fixed that | * Multiplayer is currently broken in GOG version of the game, we fixed that | ||
* Want to use mods AND play multiplayer? Roll back to unpatched version of the game? SyncFaction lets you switch between versions in 1 click, see [https://rfg-modding.github.io/SyncFaction/#/usage Usage] | |||
=== FactionFiles Discord === | === FactionFiles Discord === | ||
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* See server events (above channel list). Subscribe to <code>RF: Guerrilla Game Night</code> - you’ll get a notification when it starts | * See server events (above channel list). Subscribe to <code>RF: Guerrilla Game Night</code> - you’ll get a notification when it starts | ||
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Feel free to ask for advice in <code>#rfg-matchmaking</code> and <code>#redfactionguerrilla</code> channels. Also you can hang out with us in one of the voice channels during game night! | Feel free to ask for advice in <code>#rfg-matchmaking</code> and <code>#redfactionguerrilla</code> channels. Also you can hang out with us in one of the voice channels during game night! | ||
We used to have 2 weekly events: one in American timezone, another for Europe. If current time isn’t good for you, let’s schedule a new event! | We used to have 2 weekly events: one in American timezone, another for Europe. If current time isn’t good for you, let’s schedule a new event! | ||
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Latest revision as of 01:29, 23 February 2024
Is multiplayer alive?
Yes, it is!
We have regular parties once a week. Things to know if you want to join:
Short HOWTO
- You need RFG Re-mars-tered. GOG or Steam, clean install without mods
- Use SyncFaction to update your game with community patches. It takes some time, also you will need 40GiB of free space
- Meanwhile, join FactionFiles Discord. Check out server events for upcoming RFG Game Night, also visit
#role-selectionchannel
That's it, you're all set! 💥
Mods?
If you just want to install some mods and don't care about multiplayer, you still need SyncFaction and community patches: follow the above steps to install everything. Recent mods are developed and tested with community patches as requirement and may not work otherwise. If you are familiar with ModManager, SyncFaction is a fully compatible replacement with more features and less bugs.
Mods can be downloaded and managed directly in the app, or placed manually in C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Red Faction Guerrilla Re-MARS-tered\data\.syncfaction, similar as ModManager had "Mods" folder. More info in SyncFaction docs.
SyncFaction takes many precautions to ensure game files are not corrupted or otherwise messed up, which makes applying mods take much longer if the game is installed on an HDD. It is recommended you install the game on an SSD if possible.
More detailed guide
Same steps but with more info and explanations
[Click to expand]
Community Patch
You’ll need to install community-made patches to play. Download size is several gigabytes so please take some time to prepare.
You will need at least 40GiB of free storage space
Use SyncFaction app. It is made to keep players updated and simplify process as much as possible. Download and place .exe in game folder. Run it and let it do the thing.
Why do we need patches and a launcher app?
- Terraform Patch adds new maps, weapons, rebalance, fixes game crashes and bugs (you can find kilometer-long changelog in description). It also serves as a base for future modding by restructuring some resources
- Reconstructor is a script loader and a game engine patcher. It fixes some crashes, bugs like hardcoded memory limits, and enables scripting in mods
- RFG is not modding-friendly game. Players will crash if their game files are not the same, that’s why we need something to keep everyone updated
- There is no simple way to auto-download new maps as in other games. Currently they are part of the patch and we release updates to add more
- Multiplayer is currently broken in GOG version of the game, we fixed that
- Want to use mods AND play multiplayer? Roll back to unpatched version of the game? SyncFaction lets you switch between versions in 1 click, see Usage
FactionFiles Discord
Join Red Faction Community Discord (FactionFiles)
- In
#role-selectionchannel select roleRF:G Players (PC). This way you’ll be notified when somebody gathers people for multiplayer! - See server events (above channel list). Subscribe to
RF: Guerrilla Game Night- you’ll get a notification when it starts
Feel free to ask for advice in #rfg-matchmaking and #redfactionguerrilla channels. Also you can hang out with us in one of the voice channels during game night!
We used to have 2 weekly events: one in American timezone, another for Europe. If current time isn’t good for you, let’s schedule a new event!