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<font style="color:red;background: yellow">NOTE</font> I think this is the most important page of the wiki... so it should be the first that gets integrated into the new wiki. see the [[Talk:Manual]] Section for more info. [[User:Pontiac|Pontiac]] 07:47, 27 Feb 2005 (PST)
 
 
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This Player’s Guide is dedicated to Daniel ‘Hellcatv’ Horn and the Vega Strike development team for bringing us the Vega Strike game; to the coders, artists, designers and play-testers willing to devote their own time and effort to the creation of a great game; and of course the players of Vega Strike, without whom this whole thing would be a pointless exercise.
 
This Player’s Guide is dedicated to Daniel ‘Hellcatv’ Horn and the Vega Strike development team for bringing us the Vega Strike game; to the coders, artists, designers and play-testers willing to devote their own time and effort to the creation of a great game; and of course the players of Vega Strike, without whom this whole thing would be a pointless exercise.
  
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'''''WELCOME''''' to ''Vega Strike'', a 3d OpenGL spaceflight simulator being developed for multi-platform play.
 
'''''WELCOME''''' to ''Vega Strike'', a 3d OpenGL spaceflight simulator being developed for multi-platform play.
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Winner of the Jeux (games) category of the Trophees Du Libre 2003. [http://vegastrike.sourceforge.net/index.php?prevnext=10 Link]
 
Winner of the Jeux (games) category of the Trophees Du Libre 2003. [http://vegastrike.sourceforge.net/index.php?prevnext=10 Link]
  
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How to Interact with Vega Strike.
 
How to Interact with Vega Strike.
 
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* [[Manual:Basic flight|Basic flight]] techniques.
 
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** [[Manual:Navigation Computer|Navigation Computer]] - Using the Navigation computer.
 
** [[Manual:Navigation Computer|Navigation Computer]] - Using the Navigation computer.
  
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* [[Manual:Communication|Communication]] - How to communicate with other [[Vessels & Installations|ships/stations]].
 
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* [[Manual:Combat|Combat]] - How to fight your enemies.  
 
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** [[Manual:Combat:Tractor beam|Tractor beam]] - Grabbing the booty!
 
** [[Manual:Combat:Tractor beam|Tractor beam]] - Grabbing the booty!
  
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* [[Manual:Tractor beam|Tractor beam]] - What is it and how to use it.
 
* [[Manual:Tractor beam|Tractor beam]] - What is it and how to use it.
 
* [[Manual:Gameplay functions|Gameplay functions]] - Miscellaneous gameplay commands.
 
* [[Manual:Gameplay functions|Gameplay functions]] - Miscellaneous gameplay commands.
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* [[Manual:New Users|New Users]] - Tips and tricks for new users.
 
* [[Manual:New Users|New Users]] - Tips and tricks for new users.
 
* [[Manual:Tutorial|Tutorial]] - Starting a new game - making a few credits.
 
* [[Manual:Tutorial|Tutorial]] - Starting a new game - making a few credits.
  
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* [[Manual:Keyboard layout|Keyboard Layout]] - The default keyboard layout reference for Vega Strike.
 
* [[Manual:Keyboard layout|Keyboard Layout]] - The default keyboard layout reference for Vega Strike.
 
* [[Manual:Music|Using Your Own Music]] - How to use your own music files in Vegastrike.
 
* [[Manual:Music|Using Your Own Music]] - How to use your own music files in Vegastrike.
 
* [[FAQ]] - Vegastrike FAQs
 
* [[FAQ]] - Vegastrike FAQs
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== Database ==
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==Database==
 
For information about species/factions/ships/terms please refer to the online [[Database]]
 
For information about species/factions/ships/terms please refer to the online [[Database]]
 
{{Database_Overview}}
 
{{Database_Overview}}
  
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== Printable Version of the Manual ==
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==Printable version of the manual==
  
 
There is a v 0.4.2 PDF version of the information on this site (with some additional info too) available for download by clicking on the link below (current size ~1.26 Mb): <BR/>
 
There is a v 0.4.2 PDF version of the information on this site (with some additional info too) available for download by clicking on the link below (current size ~1.26 Mb): <BR/>
 
[http://vegastrike.sf.net/users/silverain/Vega_Strike_Players_Guide.pdf VegaStrike Players Guide (PDF)]
 
[http://vegastrike.sf.net/users/silverain/Vega_Strike_Players_Guide.pdf VegaStrike Players Guide (PDF)]
  
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* The original but outdated (pure HTML) manual is located [http://vegastrike.sourceforge.net/manual/00_fullmanual/index.html here].
 
* The original but outdated (pure HTML) manual is located [http://vegastrike.sourceforge.net/manual/00_fullmanual/index.html here].
 
* The manual in the old wiki (phpWiki) is located [http://vegastrike.sourceforge.net/phpwiki/index.php/VegastrikeManual here].
 
* The manual in the old wiki (phpWiki) is located [http://vegastrike.sourceforge.net/phpwiki/index.php/VegastrikeManual here].
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* See also the [[Links]] page of the Vegastrike Wiki.
 
* See also the [[Links]] page of the Vegastrike Wiki.
  
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As you read through this manual, you will note references to various keys.  These key references appear as: {{Key:EN:W}} refering to the w key; {{Key:EN:Shift left}} + {{Key:EN:W}} refering to the capitalized letter W.  {{Key:EN:Ctrl}} + {{Key:EN:W}} refers to pressing both the Control and w key simultaneously.  References to '''[KP]''' refer to using the buttons on the '''KeyPad'''.  Buttons appearing onscreen are noted in a similar fashion.
 
As you read through this manual, you will note references to various keys.  These key references appear as: {{Key:EN:W}} refering to the w key; {{Key:EN:Shift left}} + {{Key:EN:W}} refering to the capitalized letter W.  {{Key:EN:Ctrl}} + {{Key:EN:W}} refers to pressing both the Control and w key simultaneously.  References to '''[KP]''' refer to using the buttons on the '''KeyPad'''.  Buttons appearing onscreen are noted in a similar fashion.
 
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Dedication

This Player’s Guide is dedicated to Daniel ‘Hellcatv’ Horn and the Vega Strike development team for bringing us the Vega Strike game; to the coders, artists, designers and play-testers willing to devote their own time and effort to the creation of a great game; and of course the players of Vega Strike, without whom this whole thing would be a pointless exercise.

Introduction

WELCOME to Vega Strike, a 3d OpenGL spaceflight simulator being developed for multi-platform play.

Vega Strike allows players to explore a vastly dynamic universe where frontiers collide and you're just a pilot trying to make ends meet. How? That's your decision. Vega Strike is designed as a non-linear gaming experience, where you choose what action you want to take.

Vega Strike features a dynamic trading economy, allowing your character to operate as a merchant. Discover what trade routes bring in the most profit, what commodities make you the most money given your ship's cargo space limitations, accept cargo missions and learn to avoid areas of danger (repairs eat into your profits!).

If you tire of making money on milk runs, or want to try something different, then there are other paths to success. Vega Strike features a mission generator, providing multiple missions to the experienced (and not so experienced) pilots. Engage in bounty hunts, patrols, battles and escort missions. Feel like travelling? Explore the dynamic universe and see the farthest reaches of known space. Want a walk on the wild side? You could always turn pirate! Just be prepared for the consequences.

Your ship just not doing the job you want it to? Vega Strike gives you the ability to purchase from a wide variety of ships capable of doing different jobs. Want to haul cargo? Fight battles? There's a ship for you. Your ship is fully customizable, so if you've got the credit, outfit your craft with the right tools for the job at hand.

Have a chat to the bartender or view the news broadcasts to find out what's going on in the universe. While you're there, talk to the fixers, they may have a job that only you can do. But be warned, you never know where it may lead ...

  • License The license Vega Strike is released under (please do not edit)
  • Mission The Vega Strike Mission Statement (what it's all about)
  • Features Why Vega Strike is the best game ever made

Winner of the Jeux (games) category of the Trophees Du Libre 2003. Link

Installation

Your guides on how to install, configure and start playing Vega Strike.

If you're new to Vegastrike you can also follow the New Users guide.


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Play

How to Interact with Vega Strike.

Interface

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Inflight

Flying & Navigation

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Communication

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Combat

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and more

Tutorial

  • New Users - Tips and tricks for new users.
  • Tutorial - Starting a new game - making a few credits.

Appendix

Database

For information about species/factions/ships/terms please refer to the online Database

Printable version of the manual

There is a v 0.4.2 PDF version of the information on this site (with some additional info too) available for download by clicking on the link below (current size ~1.26 Mb):
VegaStrike Players Guide (PDF)

Links

  • The original but outdated (pure HTML) manual is located here.
  • The manual in the old wiki (phpWiki) is located here.
  • For readers of the offline version: You can view the latest version of this manual online here.
  • See also the Links page of the Vegastrike Wiki.

Manual notes

As you read through this manual, you will note references to various keys. These key references appear as: W_EN.png refering to the w key; SHIFT_LEFT_EN.png + W_EN.png refering to the capitalized letter W. CTRL_EN.png + W_EN.png refers to pressing both the Control and w key simultaneously. References to [KP] refer to using the buttons on the KeyPad. Buttons appearing onscreen are noted in a similar fashion.

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