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{{TopMenu|[[#Buying {{arma3}}|Buying {{arma3}}]][[#Starting with the game|Starting with the game]][[#Playing in Single Player|Playing in Single Player]][[#Playing in Multiplayer|Playing in Multiplayer]][[#Finding players, communities and help|Finding players]]}} | |||
== Buying {{arma3}} == | == Buying {{arma3}} == | ||
'''{{arma3}}''' is a [https://store.steampowered.com/ Steam] platform exclusive game | '''{{arma3}}''' is a [https://store.steampowered.com/ Steam] platform exclusive game and can be bought on the [https://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/Arma_3/ {{arma3}} Steam page]. | ||
=== Editions === | === Editions === | ||
{{arma3}} has some Editions and bundles to purchase. Bundles are always | {{arma3}} has some Editions and bundles to purchase. Bundles are always cheaper than purchasing products separately. | ||
* ''' | * '''{{arma3}}''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/Arma_3/ Steam page]) is the base game. It comes with [[{{Name|arma3zeus}}]] and [[{{Name|arma3malden}}]]. | ||
* ''' | * '''{{Name|arma3apex}} Edition''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/10666/Arma_3_Apex_Edition/ Steam page]) has the base game, 3 DLCs and the "crown jewel", [[{{Name|arma3apex}}]]. Note that [[{{Name|arma3oldman}}]] comes with Apex. | ||
* '''{{Name|arma3contact}} Edition''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/11065/Arma_3_Contact_Edition/ Steam page]) has the base game and “spin-off” expansion [[{{Name|arma3contact}}]]. | |||
* '''{{arma3}} Ultimate Edition''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/11256/Arma_3_Ultimate_Edition/ Steam page]) has the base game and every DLCs and expansions by Bohemia Interactive. | |||
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|+ Edition Details | |||
! Content | |||
! [https://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/Arma_3/ {{arma3}}] | |||
! [https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/10666/Arma_3_Apex_Edition/ {{Name|arma3apex|short}} Edition] | |||
! [https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/11065/Arma_3_Contact_Edition/ {{Name|arma3contact|short}} Edition] | |||
! [https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/11256/Arma_3_Ultimate_Edition/ Ultimate Edition] | |||
|- style="background-color: #FCF3E4" | |||
| '''[https://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/Arma_3/ {{arma3}}]''' || {{Icon|checked}} || {{Icon|checked}} || {{Icon|checked}} || {{Icon|checked}} | |||
|- | |||
| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/288520/Arma_3_Karts/ {{Name|arma3karts|short}}] || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|checked}} || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|checked}} | |||
|- | |||
| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/304380/Arma_3_Helicopters/ {{Name|arma3helicopters|short}}] || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|checked}} || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|checked}} | |||
|- | |||
| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/332350/Arma_3_Marksmen/ {{Name|arma3marksmen|short}}] || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|checked}} || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|checked}} | |||
|- style="background-color: #E1F7E5" | |||
| '''[https://store.steampowered.com/app/395180/Arma_3_Apex/ {{Name|arma3apex|short}}]''' || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|checked}} || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|checked}} | |||
|- | |||
| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/571710/Arma_3_Laws_of_War/ {{Name|arma3low|short}}] || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|checked}} | |||
|- | |||
| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/601670/Arma_3_Jets/ {{Name|arma3jets|short}}] || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|checked}} | |||
|- | |||
| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/744950/Arma_3_TacOps_Mission_Pack/ {{Name|arma3tacops|short}}] || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|checked}} | |||
|- | |||
| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/798390/Arma_3_Tanks/ {{Name|arma3tanks|short}}] || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|checked}} | |||
|- style="background-color: #E4EDF6" | |||
| '''[https://store.steampowered.com/app/1021790/Arma_3_Contact/ {{Name|arma3contact|short}}]''' || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|unchecked}} || {{Icon|checked}} || {{Icon|checked}} | |||
|} | |||
=== Buying DLCs === | === Buying DLCs === | ||
You may wonder if you need to buy DLCs. You do not ''need'' anything to enjoy playing {{arma3}} (but the base game), but depending on which experience you are after the common recommendations change: | You may wonder if you need to buy DLCs. You do not ''need'' anything to enjoy playing {{arma3}} (but the base game), but depending on which experience you are after the common recommendations change: | ||
* For a '''Singleplayer''' experience, the base campaign, [[ | * For a '''Singleplayer''' experience, the base campaign, [[{{Name|arma3low}}]] and in an other style [[{{Name|arma3contact}}]] singleplayer campaigns are considered among the best singleplayer moments. If you can afford it too, see also the [[{{Name|arma3tacops}}]] for a combat experience from multiple points of view. | ||
* For a '''Multiplayer''' experience, it is recommended to at least own [[ | * For a '''Multiplayer''' experience, it is recommended to at least own [[{{Name|arma3apex}}]] to be able to play with its assets and have access to the [[Tanoa]] terrain. The cooperation campaign is good to play through too. | ||
* Every asset such as weapons and vehicles provided by Bohemia Interactive are free to test in [[Arsenal]] ( | * Every asset such as weapons and vehicles provided by Bohemia Interactive are free to test in [[Arsenal]] (TUTORIALS > VIRTUAL ARSENAL). If you wonder if the DLC is worth your money, it is possible to try it for free. | ||
{{Informative | | * You can purchase '''{{arma3}} DLC Essentials''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/10866/Arma_3_DLC_Essentials/ Steam page]) to collect the entire DLC sets (except the Expansions, [[{{Name|arma3apex}}]] and [[{{Name|arma3contact}}]]). | ||
* For a list of {{arma3}} available DLCs and extensions, see [[{{arma3}}]] | {{Feature | Informative | | ||
* For | * For a list of {{arma3}} available DLCs and extensions, see [[{{arma3}}]], [[:Category:Arma 3 DLCs & Expansions|Arma 3 DLCs & Expansions]]. | ||
* For information about DLC assets restrictions, see [[Arma 3: DLC Restrictions]].}} | |||
{{Feature | important | [[:Category:Arma_3_CDLCs|Creator DLCs (CDLCs)]] are not always available to test for free and their assets are never included into the base game. You must purchase them before using them.}} | |||
== Starting with the game == | == Starting with the game == | ||
You bought the game, downloaded it, installed it, configured it ''via'' the [[Arma 3 Launcher|launcher]], started it: now what?<br> | You bought the game, downloaded it, installed it, configured it ''via'' the [[Arma 3 Launcher|launcher]], started it: now what?<br> | ||
If you are not familiar with the | If you are not familiar with the {{arma}} series, a usual recommendation is to access the main menu and select Tutorial, you can find choices such as: | ||
* Read the '''[https://arma3.com/assets/pdf/arma3_manual.pdf Game Manual]''' | * Read the '''[https://arma3.com/assets/pdf/arma3_manual.pdf Game Manual]''' | ||
* Head on the '''Game Options''' and change key bindings, [[Stringtable.xml# | * Head on the '''Game Options''' and change key bindings, [[Stringtable.xml#Arma 3|languages]] and difficulty | ||
* Read the in-game '''[[:Category:Arma 3: Field Manual|Field Manual]]''' ( | ** See [[Arma 3: Performance Optimisation]] for more information on the settings | ||
* Watch '''Community Guide''' videos ([https://store.steampowered.com/app/544940/2/14/ Steam] / [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfUcrRpCM_fLrk4KKLkQKrlTBh7txPaO3 YouTube]) | * Read the in-game '''[[:Category:Arma 3: Field Manual|Field Manual]]''' ('''TUTORIAL > FIELD MANUAL''') | ||
* Watch '''Community Guide''' videos ([https://store.steampowered.com/app/544940/2/14/ Steam page] / [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfUcrRpCM_fLrk4KKLkQKrlTBh7txPaO3 YouTube]) | |||
* Read and watch [[Dslyecxi's Tactical Guides]] [https://ttp3.dslyecxi.com/ (direct link to TTP3)] | * Read and watch [[Dslyecxi's Tactical Guides]] [https://ttp3.dslyecxi.com/ (direct link to TTP3)] | ||
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== Playing in Single Player == | == Playing in Single Player == | ||
[[File:Arma_3_TUTORIALS_-_VIRTUAL_ARSENAL_location.png|thumb|right|500px|The Virtual Arsenal allows to try even non-owned DLC content.]] | |||
=== In-game training === | === In-game training === | ||
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* Play the Single Player campaign "The East Wind" to learn to work in a team | * Play the Single Player campaign "The East Wind" to learn to work in a team | ||
* Play the other Single Player content, according to your [[:Category:Arma 3 DLCs & Expansions|DLC]] list: | * Play the other Single Player content, according to your [[:Category:Arma 3 DLCs & Expansions|DLC]] list: | ||
** [[ | ** [[{{Name|arma3tacops}}]] | ||
** [[ | ** [[{{Name|arma3low}}]]'s campaign | ||
** [[ | ** [[{{Name|arma3contact}}]]'s campaign | ||
== Playing in Multiplayer == | == Playing in Multiplayer == | ||
{{Informative|Playing in Multiplayer is ''way'' different from Single Player; an AI can be ''predicted'', its skill ''altered'', its behaviour ''planned'',<br> | {{Feature|Informative|Playing in Multiplayer is ''way'' different from Single Player; an AI can be ''predicted'', its skill ''altered'', its behaviour ''planned'',<br> | ||
whereas an experienced human being ''will'' keep you on your toes and make you change tactics… under the threat of imminent death!}} | whereas an experienced human being ''will'' keep you on your toes and make you change tactics… under the threat of imminent death!}} | ||
* If you own [[ | * If you own [[{{Name|arma3apex}}]], play its Multiplayer campaign "Apex Protocol" with experienced friends | ||
* Hours of practice will help you: | * Hours of practice will help you: | ||
** Find the kind of game you like, among the various [[Multiplayer Game Types|Multiplayer game types]] | ** Find the kind of game you like, among the various [[Multiplayer Game Types|Multiplayer game types]] | ||
** Getting different experiences no training can bring (situational awareness, reflexes, specific cases) | ** Getting different experiences no training can bring (situational awareness, reflexes, specific cases) | ||
* If possible, try to play on multiple servers with friends or an [https://units.arma3.com/ Arma 3 | * If possible, try to play on multiple servers with friends or an [https://units.arma3.com/ {{arma3}} Unit]! | ||
== Steam Workshop 101 == | |||
{{arma3}} does support [https://steamcommunity.com/app/107410/workshop/ Steam Workshop]. You can find mods (a.k.a addons) that add some assets, features and experiences that don't exist in vanilla (addon-free) {{arma3}}, or user-made scenarios providing another game experience. | |||
To add and install Workshop items, follow these steps: | |||
=== Download and play a Scenario === | |||
# Open the [http://steamcommunity.com/workshop/browse/?appid=107410 {{arma3}} Steam Workshop] and select the '''Scenario''' tag. | |||
# Find a scenario you like. | |||
# Click subscribe on [[File:Steam SubscribeButton.png]] to subscribe to a scenario. It will automatically download when the game is started. | |||
# Open the game and navigate to '''SINGLEPLAYER > SCENARIOS'''. | |||
# The subscribed mission will be downloaded and found under the Steam Subscribed Content. | |||
=== Download and activate a Mod === | |||
# Open the [http://steamcommunity.com/workshop/browse/?appid=107410 {{arma3}} Steam Workshop] and select the '''Mod''' tag. | |||
# Find a mod you like. | |||
# Click subscribe on [[File:Steam SubscribeButton.png]] to subscribe to a mod. | |||
# Start {{arma3}} from your Steam Library, that will open [[Arma 3 Launcher]]. | |||
# Subscribed mods will be downloaded automatically. | |||
# Click the '''[[Arma 3 Launcher#Mods|MODS]]''' tab. | |||
# Downloaded mods are automatically loaded. If you need to unload a mod, click the checkbox. | |||
# Press '''PLAY''' to launch {{arma3}} with selected mods. | |||
{{Feature | Informative | These tutorials and others (publishing to the workshop) can also be found on the {{arma3}} website: [https://arma3.com/workshop101 {{arma3}} Workshop 101].}} | |||
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=== Official communication channels === | === Official communication channels === | ||
* [https://forums.bohemia.net/forums/forum/107-arma-3-main/ | * [https://forums.bohemia.net/forums/forum/107-arma-3-main/ {{arma3}} Official Forums] | ||
* [https://discord.gg/arma | * [https://discord.gg/arma {{arma3}} Official Discord] | ||
** {{ | ** {{ic|#looking_for_game}} channel if you are looking for players | ||
** {{ | ** {{ic|#looking_for_squad}} channel if you are looking for squads | ||
** {{ | ** {{ic|#communities_arma}} channel if you are looking for communities | ||
** {{ | ** {{ic|#singleplayer}} channel for… Single Player content advices and discussion | ||
** {{ | ** {{ic|#scripting}} channel for help in scripting, as well as [[:Category:Scripting Commands Arma 3|{{arma3}} Scripting Commands]] | ||
** {{ | ** {{ic|#community_wiki}} channel where discussions about articles on this wiki happen | ||
** And for '''all your other questions''', {{ | ** And for '''all your other questions''', {{ic|#ask_questions_here}} is the channel to be! | ||
=== Common game modes servers === | === Common game modes servers === | ||
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* [https://discord.gg/FMkqWpF Exile Discord] | * [https://discord.gg/FMkqWpF Exile Discord] | ||
* [https://discord.gg/UyhtEBh Epoch Discord] | * [https://discord.gg/UyhtEBh Epoch Discord] | ||
* [https:// | * [https://discord.gg/NJR6tGS Antistasi Discord] | ||
* [https://discord.gg/ajGUDSH Arma RPG Life Discord] | |||
* [https://discord.gg/wskoth King Of The Hill / Wasteland Discord] | * [https://discord.gg/wskoth King Of The Hill / Wasteland Discord] | ||
=== More links === | === More links === | ||
* [https://www.reddit.com/r/arma/wiki/index Reddit | * [https://www.reddit.com/r/arma/wiki/index Reddit {{arma3}} Wiki] | ||
* [https://www.reddit.com/r/arma/comments/30cbdb/welcome_to_arma_iii_heres_how_you_can_get_started/ Reddit | * [https://www.reddit.com/r/arma/comments/30cbdb/welcome_to_arma_iii_heres_how_you_can_get_started/ Reddit {{arma3}} tips & performance tweaks] | ||
* [https://arma3.com/workshop101 {{arma3}} Workshop 101] | |||
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[[Category:Hints & Tips]] | [[Category:Hints & Tips]] |
Revision as of 21:11, 7 April 2021
Buying Arma 3
Arma 3 is a Steam platform exclusive game and can be bought on the Arma 3 Steam page.
Editions
Arma 3 has some Editions and bundles to purchase. Bundles are always cheaper than purchasing products separately.
- Arma 3 (Steam page) is the base game. It comes with Arma 3 Zeus and Arma 3 Malden.
- Arma 3 Apex Edition (Steam page) has the base game, 3 DLCs and the "crown jewel", Arma 3 Apex. Note that Arma 3 Apex: Old Man comes with Apex.
- Arma 3 Contact Edition (Steam page) has the base game and “spin-off” expansion Arma 3 Contact.
- Arma 3 Ultimate Edition (Steam page) has the base game and every DLCs and expansions by Bohemia Interactive.
Content | Arma 3 | Apex Edition | Contact Edition | Ultimate Edition |
---|---|---|---|---|
Arma 3 | ||||
Karts | ||||
Helicopters | ||||
Marksmen | ||||
Apex | ||||
Laws of War | ||||
Jets | ||||
Tac-Ops | ||||
Tanks | ||||
Contact |
Buying DLCs
You may wonder if you need to buy DLCs. You do not need anything to enjoy playing Arma 3 (but the base game), but depending on which experience you are after the common recommendations change:
- For a Singleplayer experience, the base campaign, Arma 3 Laws of War and in an other style Arma 3 Contact singleplayer campaigns are considered among the best singleplayer moments. If you can afford it too, see also the Arma 3 Tac-Ops Mission Pack for a combat experience from multiple points of view.
- For a Multiplayer experience, it is recommended to at least own Arma 3 Apex to be able to play with its assets and have access to the Tanoa terrain. The cooperation campaign is good to play through too.
- Every asset such as weapons and vehicles provided by Bohemia Interactive are free to test in Arsenal (TUTORIALS > VIRTUAL ARSENAL). If you wonder if the DLC is worth your money, it is possible to try it for free.
- You can purchase Arma 3 DLC Essentials (Steam page) to collect the entire DLC sets (except the Expansions, Arma 3 Apex and Arma 3 Contact).
Starting with the game
You bought the game, downloaded it, installed it, configured it via the launcher, started it: now what?
If you are not familiar with the Arma series, a usual recommendation is to access the main menu and select Tutorial, you can find choices such as:
- Read the Game Manual
- Head on the Game Options and change key bindings, languages and difficulty
- See Arma 3: Performance Optimisation for more information on the settings
- Read the in-game Field Manual (TUTORIAL > FIELD MANUAL)
- Watch Community Guide videos (Steam page / YouTube)
- Read and watch Dslyecxi's Tactical Guides (direct link to TTP3)
then…
Playing in Single Player
In-game training
- Play the VR Training missions to understand the principles
- Play the Showcases to apply these principles in real action
- Play the Bootcamp campaign
- Practice weapons and vehicles in the Virtual Arsenal
- Discover the available Terrains in Eden Editor
Fighting
- Play the Single Player campaign "The East Wind" to learn to work in a team
- Play the other Single Player content, according to your DLC list:
- Arma 3 Tac-Ops Mission Pack
- Arma 3 Laws of War's campaign
- Arma 3 Contact's campaign
Playing in Multiplayer
- If you own Arma 3 Apex, play its Multiplayer campaign "Apex Protocol" with experienced friends
- Hours of practice will help you:
- Find the kind of game you like, among the various Multiplayer game types
- Getting different experiences no training can bring (situational awareness, reflexes, specific cases)
- If possible, try to play on multiple servers with friends or an Arma 3 Unit!
Steam Workshop 101
Arma 3 does support Steam Workshop. You can find mods (a.k.a addons) that add some assets, features and experiences that don't exist in vanilla (addon-free) Arma 3, or user-made scenarios providing another game experience.
To add and install Workshop items, follow these steps:
Download and play a Scenario
- Open the Arma 3 Steam Workshop and select the Scenario tag.
- Find a scenario you like.
- Click subscribe on to subscribe to a scenario. It will automatically download when the game is started.
- Open the game and navigate to SINGLEPLAYER > SCENARIOS.
- The subscribed mission will be downloaded and found under the Steam Subscribed Content.
Download and activate a Mod
- Open the Arma 3 Steam Workshop and select the Mod tag.
- Find a mod you like.
- Click subscribe on to subscribe to a mod.
- Start Arma 3 from your Steam Library, that will open Arma 3 Launcher.
- Subscribed mods will be downloaded automatically.
- Click the MODS tab.
- Downloaded mods are automatically loaded. If you need to unload a mod, click the checkbox.
- Press PLAY to launch Arma 3 with selected mods.
Finding players, communities and help
Official communication channels
- Arma 3 Official Forums
- Arma 3 Official Discord
#looking_for_game
channel if you are looking for players#looking_for_squad
channel if you are looking for squads#communities_arma
channel if you are looking for communities#singleplayer
channel for… Single Player content advices and discussion#scripting
channel for help in scripting, as well as Arma 3 Scripting Commands#community_wiki
channel where discussions about articles on this wiki happen- And for all your other questions,
#ask_questions_here
is the channel to be!
Common game modes servers
- Exile Discord
- Epoch Discord
- Antistasi Discord
- Arma RPG Life Discord
- King Of The Hill / Wasteland Discord