Changes between Version 87 and Version 88 of FAQ


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May 24, 2022, 8:26:52 AM (2 years ago)
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Langbart
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Wording, punctuation, readability; Adding question benefits of formations; Revising the units rank part in the gameplay section

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    2   Do not use "wysiwyg" when editing, this seems to destroy the format, instead use the "textarea" only.
     2  - Do not use `wysiwyg` when editing, this seems to break the format, use only the `textarea` instead.
     3  - This FAQ reflects the latest stable version, references to upcoming versions (e.g. Alpha XXVI - Zhuangzi) are for information only and will be removed upon actual release.
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    21 >Storage location for replays, screenshots and configuration files
     22>Storage location for replays, screenshots, mods and configuration files
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    76 Add `gui.scale = "1.2"` to your `user.cfg` file (see [[GameDataPaths|wiki/GameDataPaths]]), you can increase or decrease this number if you like[[BR]][[Image(FAQ:user_cfg.jpg,center,500)]]
     77Add `gui.scale = "1.2"` to your `user.cfg` file (see [[GameDataPaths|wiki/GameDataPaths]]), you can increase or decrease this number if you like.[[BR]][[Image(FAQ:user_cfg.jpg,center,500)]]
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    111112__Computation lag:__[[BR]]
    112 This is a common problem with the game. The main factors that determine how smoothly 0 A.D. runs are primarily the CPU speed (since the game is not yet multi-threaded), the amount of available RAM, the type of graphics card in your computer, the game options and the game's setup settings you choose. If you are unhappy with the game's performance on your computer, there are some things you can do to improve it:
     113This is a common problem with the game. The main factors that determine how smoothly 0 A.D. runs are primarily the CPU speed (as the game is not yet multi-threaded), the amount of RAM available, the type of graphics card in your computer, the game options and the game's setup settings you choose. If you are unhappy with the performance of the game on your computer, there are some things you can do to improve it, but be aware that the lag for large battle scenes will likely be noticeable regardless of your settings or PC specifications.
    1131141. ''Before Launching 0 A.D.''
    114115 - It is recommended to close all other applications as they consume resources and affect the overall performance of the system.
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    301 Try to disable `TLS` via `Settings` => `Options` => `Lobby`[[BR]][[Image(FAQ:lobby_tls.jpg,center,500)]]
     302Try to disable `TLS` via `Settings` => `Options` => `Networking / Lobby`
     303[[Image(FAQ:lobby_tls.jpg,center,500)]]
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    413415- [https://wildfiregames.com/forum/topic/37247-a24-feedback/ Civ analysis] (12/Mar/21)
    414416Alternatively, you can watch Youtube replays (see [[FAQ#Miscellaneous|Miscellaneous]] below) of pro players or download their replays to better see their build order and which tech upgrades they focus on.
    415 - Related forum thread: [https://wildfiregames.com/forum/forum/487-alpha-25/ Game Replays]
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    420 >What is the difference between `Random`, `Skirmish` and `Scenarios`?
     417- Related forum topic: [https://wildfiregames.com/forum/forum/457-game-replays/]
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     422>What are the differences between `Random`, `Skirmish` and `Scenarios` maps?
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    431 It shows the current rank of your unit. The bar increases during combat, when it is filled, its rank increases automatically and your unit becomes a better fighter, but its ability to gather resources decreases. The `Rank icon` and `Experience status bar` can be toggled on/off in the `Settings` on the `Game Session` tab.[[BR]][[Image(FAQ:rank_upgrade.jpg,center,500)]]
     433It shows the current rank of your unit. The bar normally increases during combat by gaining experience points, once a certain threshold is reached, the unit moves up a rank. Depending on the type of unit (Healer, Ranged, Melee), certain values of the unit are boosted. The `Rank icon` and `Experience status bar` can be toggled on/off in the `Settings` on the `Game Session` tab.
     434[[Image(FAQ:rank_upgrade.jpg,center,500)]]
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     437  **NOTE:** Starting with `Alpha XXVI - Zhuangzi`, you can hover over the rank icon in the HUD to see the benefits of each rank.
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     440  **NOTE:** Units can also gain experience points when garrisoned in certain military buildings that have `Rigorous Training`.
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    484494The unit only runs when it flees or when it is called into formation. There is no special command with which you can order a unit to run.
    485495- Related forum thread: [https://wildfiregames.com/forum/topic/44411-walk-vs-run Walk vs. run] (20/Jun/21)
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     500>What do the different formations do?
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     503Your units are positioned in a certain way, e.g. in the `Box` formation your melee troops are on the edge and your ranged units in the middle. Apart from that, there is no bonus that derives from forming a formation.
     504- Related forum thread: [https://wildfiregames.com/forum/topic/80894-what-do-the-different-formations-do What do the different formations do?] (21/May/22)
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    853872- [https://discord.gg/hxuVxmt93e discord.gg/hxuVxmt93e]
    854873  - Related forum thread: [https://wildfiregames.com/forum/topic/59170-welcome-to-my-discord-server Welcome to my discord server!] (9/Oct/21)
    855 - [Expired link]
    856   - Related forum thread: [https://wildfiregames.com/forum/topic/60528-0-ad-discord-server/ Discord Server] (19/Oct/21)
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