Install and play

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You're in a rush? Follow few steps to be ready to play.

Getting the game

Note

The Unvanquished launcher is the recommended way to install and run the Unvanquished game.

The Unvanquished launcher can be downloaded for Linux, Windows, and macOS.

Launcher

Most users will want to download the launcher from the download page on our website.

Packages

Linux users may use some alternative Linux packages, they are usually updated later than the launcher and the universal zip, but may offer an integration with the system similar to the launcher.

Universal zip

Using the Universal zip may require for you to have specific knowledge about your operating system to get the game running. Prefer the launcher when possible. The universal zip may be the only option for some less supported platforms.

You can download the universal zip on:

• GitHub release page,
• SourceForge.net file browser,
• IndieDB download page.

More mirrors can be found on the Infrastructure/Distribution page.

Building the game

See Coding for tips and guides on compiling.

Running and configuration

• Using the console;
• Colours in names and chat;
• Runtime options for example screen resolution, game data location;
• Creating custom keybinds;
• Optimisations;
• Keybinds;
• GPU compatibility matrix.

Compatibility

See the Systems page.

Bugs

Unvanquished has lots of them. We have an extensive bugtracker that we invite you to add your bugs to.

• Have a read of our Bug reporting and Troubleshooting pages for tips on making effective reports;
• Search the bugtracker for bugs similar to yours before adding a new one;
• Some of the tips on the Testing page may be useful.

Getting in contact

The two best ways to get in contact with other community members are:

• through the forums;
• over chat.

Running Servers

• Running a server;
  • Map layout — default building locations;
  • Map rotation;
  • Bot skill.