Getting Started

Introduction

Laser Squad Nemesis is a strategy game that is easy to learn yet requires skill and tactics to win. Each game takes place between two sides, and you can choose to play against a computer opponent or against a human opponent across the internet. Players plot moves and then view the results before planning their next turn.

When you play an online game, orders are sent directly to our central server, which processes the results of each turn for each player. Players can then retrieve the results via a web interface, or have them sent to their email address.

The game uses a unique system for plotting orders, testing them and viewing results. Although the game is played through a distinct sequence of game turns, the simulation runs in real time. Each game turn represents 10 seconds of real time. The video controls allow you to rewind a game to the beginning and view the whole battle from start to finish.

System Requirements

The minimum system requirements for playing Laser Squad Nemesis are:

• A Pentium III PC, or better
• Windows 98, ME, 2000 or XP
• DirectX version 8 or later
• 64Mb of memory
• 40Mb hard disk space
• An email account and internet connection for online play

It is recommended that you have a 3D card equivalent to a GeForce 2 or better in order to enjoy the graphics at the maximum quality.

Installation

If you have downloaded LSN, open the file to install it. You will need to install directX version 8 or better if you do not already have it installed. Windows XP users will not need to install directX 8, because it comes with the system.

Launching Laser Squad Nemesis

If you have purchased LSN, or registered a free trial account, you will need to enter your account details in the main screen. Your Laser Squad Nemesis account is a record that we keep of your chosen player name and your password, along with all your player data. Remember that your player name and password are case senstive.

The Campaign Game

The single-player campaign option allows you to play a series of missions for each of the four races – Laser Marines, Spawn, Machina and Greys. You can play each set of missions at three different difficulty settings – Rookie, Veteran or Elite. Consult the description of the Campaign Missions Screen interface below for more details.

Playing online

It is a good idead to play through the tutorials and and single player missions before you attempt to play online. Once you are ready, you should use the web interface to find games to play.

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